603-HP Mercedes-AMG Destroys the Ice and Snow of Canada

Mercedes’ AMG Driving Academy’s Winter Sporting program, where a few thousand dollars can purchase two or three days of hooning around on ice and snow

Canada isn’t exactly a popular winter getaway spot for Americans, and Gimli, Manitoba, a small town situated about 60 miles north of Winnipeg, isn’t even a popular winter destination for Canadians. But we have a feeling that would all change if more people knew about the screaming good time they could have driving a 603-hp Mercedes-AMG E63 S on ice.

Mercedes’ AMG Driving Academy’s Winter Sporting program

Mercedes’ AMG Driving Academy’s Winter Sporting program

A 400-acre section of Lake Winnipeg, once it is well and truly frozen, serves as the North American home of Mercedes’ AMG Driving Academy’s Winter Sporting program, where a few thousand dollars can purchase two or three days of hooning around under the careful instruction of half a dozen seriously skilled drift instructors—perhaps the most fun that can be had at that latitude anywhere on Earth. You could travel farther for this experience, as we did three years ago—AMG also offers the program in Arjeplog, Sweden, another 16 degrees of latitude north and many, many more hours of air travel away. By comparison, Manitoba is in our back yard, and the savings on airfare and time wasted in airports could let you upgrade to the top three-day Pro program.

When we arrived in Gimli, the winter driving season was nearing its end and the cars in this year’s fleet of overpowered AMG machines—CLA45, C63 S, and E63 S, each fitted with a set of hand-studded Lappi snow tires—had already been through weeks of icy torment at the hands of Mercedes’ well-heeled clientele. The cars looked scarcely the worse for wear, although sturdy metal tow hooks were drilled into the bumpers in case one were to wind up wedged too far into a snowbank to allow a simple push to free it.

Before we were set loose on the ice, lead instructor Danny Kok held forth on the anatomy of a good drift in a brief classroom session. We were implored to use hand-over-hand steering rather than what Kok dubbed “the shuffle technique.” The classic advice of steering into a skid was dismissed as too easy to misinterpret; the idea was reframed as steering in the direction we want the car to go. Looking, too, in the direction of your intended travel (instead of in whichever direction the nose of the car happens to be pointed) was hailed as an important technique that will help drivers learn to intuitively control a slide.

Once on the ice, we were given ample time to experience the three assembled powertrains. Within a few hours, we moved on from careful experimentation and were working on refining our tricks. Every once in a while, between increasingly ambitious and well-executed drifts, an overly enthusiastic turn-in or a misjudged prod at the gas pedal caused the tires to peel loose of the ice beneath us as they lost traction, and the car began to spin. This all felt giddy and transgressive, and no one was quite ready to hand over the keys when our day was over.

These days spent on the lake were more than just a good time, though. We’d wager that every person who has completed this course returned home a safer, more skilled, and more confident driver than when he or she arrived in Gimli. That’s a use of discretionary income we can get behind.

Via: Car and Driver Blog

2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Sedan

Just 3.0 seconds. That’s all it takes for the E63 to launch itself to 60 mph

Life isn’t about how much horsepower you have but how you use it. Armed with the 603-hp version of AMG’s twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine, Mercedes-AMG’s E63 S falls short of Dodge’s 707-hp Charger SRT Hellcat and Cadillac’s 650-hp CTS-V. (The non-S E63, which we don’t get in the United States, makes “just” 563 horses.) And yet thanks to its new nine-speed automatic transmission and 4Matic+ all-wheel drive, the AMG lays down its lesser output far more effectively than either of those rear-drive muscle machines.

2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S

2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S

2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S

2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S

Just 3.0 seconds. That’s all it takes for the E63 to launch itself to 60 mph. Four seconds later, the Mercedes is traveling 100 mph. Those acceleration times are 0.4 second and 0.2 second quicker than the five-pound-heavier Hellcat and far ahead of the 458-pound-lighter CTS-V, neatly summarizing the benefit of all-wheel drive in launching high-horsepower cars from a standstill. The preposterous list of vehicles that the E63 beats or ties to 60 mph includes Mercedes-AMG’s own GT S sports car, the McLaren 570GT, and the dozen-plus non-Turbo 991.2 Porsche 911 Carreras we’ve tested. Among four-doors, only Tesla’s Model S is quicker to 60—and just barely—while the Porsche Panamera Turbo ties the AMG but fades behind by the quarter-mile mark. BMW’s new 600-hp M5 sedan, now also with all-wheel drive, is a direct competitor that we’ve yet to test—it might come close.

Mercedes-AMG’s launch-control function is invitingly straightforward: Thumb the driving-mode switch to Sport, Sport+, or Race; hold the brake with your left foot; and depress the accelerator until the revs stabilize at 4000 rpm. When your left foot steps off the brake, the E63 rockets forward ahead of a wave of rippling V-8 noise. Our test car’s tailpipe music was enhanced by the $1250 dual-mode AMG Performance exhaust option. Some additional sound also is piped in through the speakers, but it sounds like a live recording of the actual engine, so we’ll give that trickery a pass.
Continue on to felonious speeds, and by 110 mph the E63 is reeled in by the Dodge and its advantageous power-to-weight ratio. After that, the Hellcat nips the E63 by mere tenths all the way up to 170 mph. Both cars are among the rarified few (Lamborghini’s Huracán supercar among them) capable of accelerating past that speed—and braking before running out of road—on the 1.6-mile straightaway where we conduct acceleration and braking evaluations. Our E63 did manage to outawesome the Charger’s 13-mpg fuel economy, averaging a profligate 12 mpg overall during our test.

Hard-Boiled E-class

The rest of the E63’s dynamic repertoire builds nicely on the foundation laid by its less powerful, comparison-test-winning, six-cylinder Mercedes-AMG E43 sibling. The E63’s staggered-width Michelin Pilot Sport 4S summmer tires have a 20-millimeter-larger cross section than the E43’s Pirelli P Zero Run Flats, which helped our E63 notch an additional 0.09 g of grip on the skidpad, for a sticky total of 1.01 g. That same rubber, in combination with the $8950 carbon-ceramic brake option, bolstered our test driver’s confidence in pushing for speed on our straightaway. We noted zero fade after repeated anchor drops, ultimately returning a 155-foot stop from 70 mph.

This athleticism is barely concealed on the highway, where the ride is decent and quiet in the suspension’s Comfort mode, and the steering’s well-defined on-center valley and heavy weighting make for relaxed cruising. Even so, everything about the E63 feels drumhead tight, a trigger-pull away from twitching into action. (The thin-sidewall performance tires literally are drum tight, as road impacts slap and twang through to the driver’s ears.) Switching to Sport, Sport+, or Race modes cuts through the genteel veneer, progressively skewing the E63’s ride ever more geological and shoving cocaine up the powertrain’s nose.

Drivers should come prepared to match the car’s reflexes. The new 4Matic+ all-wheel drive can send 100 percent of engine torque to the rear axle. Midcorner throttle applications provoke the rear-biased 4Matic+ system and electronically locking rear differential to initiate gentle, controllable drifts. Bigger throttle openings net larger effects. And as we discovered at this year’s Lightning Lap track test at Virginia International Raceway, where the E63 posted the fastest-ever lap time for a sedan, the chassis enthusiastically rotates off throttle, too.

Sideways Action

Should these handling behaviors fail to result in a satisfactory rate of yaw or sufficient consumption of the rear Michelins, there’s also the E63’s Drift mode. It declutches the front axle from the transfer case, sending torque only to the rear wheels. Compared with activating launch control, initiating this process is considerably less simple: First, select Race mode, then switch the transmission to manual shifting mode. Next, press and hold the stability-control button until it switches off, pull back on both shift paddles until an “Are you sure you want to do this?” message appears in the gauge cluster, then pull back once on the right-hand paddle. Not-so-presto, you’re ready to make bad decisions with 603 horsepower, two driven wheels, and zero stability-control intervention.

Spared from predicting how much help will come from the front axle, you’ll find that applying a rubber coating to the pavement is both easier and more controllable in Drift mode. You will get no help and like it, and like it we did. You’ll also experience the new nine-speed automatic’s near instantaneous response to manual gear selections. When left to shift automatically, the nine-speed’s gear selection is impeccable, and its tall top gear keeps revs low and quiet on the freeway. Although it still uses a clutch pack in place of a torque converter as did the seven-speed it replaces (allowing for brutal launch-control starts), the new transmission exhibits low-speed behavior that is vastly improved and nearly torque-converter smooth.

As it did with previous E63s, Mercedes-AMG wraps the new model’s rage in discreet and upscale clothing. It’s the automotive equivalent of Daniel Craig’s James Bond, an anger-management head case in a tuxedo. Aside from its burbling quad exhaust pipes, wide-mouth front air intakes, and our test car’s $1700 black-painted forged-aluminum wheels, the E63 looks like any other E-class or—depending on the viewer’s distance—any Mercedes C- or S-class. Until it kicks you in the face.

There is the matter of the immoderate price. The AMG is $36,305 dearer than a Dodge Charger Hellcat and a $16,905 leap above a Cadillac CTS-V. Our test car’s additional $29,935 in extras elevated the total cost to $135,330. Call it justified, though, as this counts as downright cheap for a machine capable of reaching 60 mph so quickly (not to mention doing so many other things well). Alternatives include the $135,000 Tesla Model S P100D and the $151,050 Porsche Panamera Turbo. Price notwithstanding, if you could own just one vehicle, this would be a good choice. Plus, there’s a wagon version.

Price starting at: $105,395*
*Listed MSRP is for a AMG E 63 AMG E 63 S 4MATIC Sedan Box base trim with no options. Includes destination fee. Does not include sales tax.

Mercedes-AMG campaign for the most powerful E-Class of all time: “Rule on”

Today is the start of Mercedes-AMG's striking "Rule on" market launch campaign for the new E 63 S 4MATIC+

Today is the start of Mercedes-AMG’s striking “Rule on” market launch campaign for the new E 63 S 4MATIC+ (combined fuel consumption: 9.1‑8 .8 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 207‑1 99 g/km). The campaign is as extraordinary as the executive saloon itself. The concept derives from the core of the target group: managers and entrepreneurs who go their own way and live by their own rules – just like the AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+. British star photographer and director Rankin showcases the performance saloon with actors who depict the world of these high achievers. He has produced impressive photographs and three short films, each of which has the character of a 60‑second stage play. They relate dynamic stories drawing on a high-octane combination of the rules for success in business and the strengths of the vehicle. The campaign will kick off online on the social media channels of Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes-Benz.

Mercedes-AMG campaign for the most powerful E-Class of all time: "Rule on"

Mercedes-AMG campaign for the most powerful E-Class of all time: “Rule on”

British photographer Rankin is well known for presenting things in an unusual light while maintaining an authentic and true-to-life approach. The three campaign films under http://amg4.me/AMGE63 show the complexity that career people face in their lives today. They have to go their own way to achieve their aims. Much in the same manner as the performance saloon makes its own rules when it comes to driving dynamics. Rankin takes maxims from the everyday working lives of successful managers and entrepreneurs and transfers them to the area of mobility. The spots are entitled “Focus Your Energy”, “Don’t Waste Anybody’s Time” and “Appear Where You Are Not Expected”. Each film consists of a character piece which was shot at the Warner Bros. Studios in London and dynamic vehicle footage produced in downtown Los Angeles.

The short films

The spot “Focus Your Energy” shows a manager who divides her energy and attention effectively between four offices, providing her staff with valuable input just when it is needed. Then the Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+ rolls into view, whose new, now fully variable all-wheel drive distributes the available energy just as the situation demands. In the film  “Don’t Waste Anybody’s Time” Rankin uses an hourglass to visualise time. The protagonist briefly contemplates the trickling sand, half of which is already in the bottom of the hourglass, before adding a drop of water. The wet sand comes to a standstill. An apt analogy, as driving the E 63 S 4MATIC+ is enough to make anyone wish that time would stand still. In  “Appear Where You Are Not Expected” a businessman walks through a halfpipe and helps a skateboarder who has taken a tumble back onto his feet. The next scene shows the two at a job interview. The businessman appoints the skateboarder to the post of social media manager. Inner convictions do away with conventions. As also demonstrated by the Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+, which has the looks of an executive saloon but surprisingly boasts performance on a par with a sportscar.

Rankin – star photographer and director

For Rankin, whose real name is John Rankin Waddell, making films is like writing novels and photography is akin to poetry. His work always displays a special depth, such that there is always more to it than meets the eye. The 50 year-old is one of the most highly renowned fashion and portrait photographers of the past 30 years. His photography is exhibited in galleries all over the world. He has also been making films for 20 years now, examples being the short film “Perfect” from 2003 or the cinema film “The Lives of the Saints” from 2006.

The Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+

The new E 63 S 4MATIC+ from Mercedes‑AMG raises the performance saloon’s dynamic capabilities to a whole new level. The 4.0‑litre V8 biturbo engine delivers 450 kW (612 hp), making it the most powerful engine ever to be fitted in an E‑Class. The executive saloon accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds – a new benchmark in its class. The AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive is a completely new development combining the advantages of various drive configurations in one: the torque split between the front and rear axles, which is fully variable for the first time, ensures optimum traction in all road conditions. A further highlight is the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT (Multi Clutch Technology) 9‑speed sports transmission. This is combined for the first time with a wet start-up clutch, leading to even more agile response.

Is This What the Mercedes E63 AMG Will Look Like

X-Tomi Designs rendered the recently released 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and offered up a glimpse and what the E63 AMG, E63 AMG Estate and E-Class Estate could look like

X-Tomi Designs rendered the recently released 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and offered up a glimpse and what the E63 AMG, E63 AMG Estate and E-Class Estate could look like. Check out the photos in the gallery below and for an in-depth look at the all-new 2017 E-Class, click here.

Source: X-Tomi

 

Mercedes E63 AMG Tuned by Brabus

The Mercedes E63 AMG is impressive all o its own, specifically when it comes to power but Brabus being Brabus thought they could pull slightly more from the AMG

The Mercedes E63 AMG is impressive all o its own, specifically when it comes to power but Brabus being Brabus thought they could pull slightly more from the AMG.  And so they have with thereBrabus 850 6.0 Biturbo capable of sprinting 0-62 mph in 3.1 seconds.

Brabus tunes the Mercedes E63 AMG sedan to 850 PS

Brabus tunes the Mercedes E63 AMG sedan to 850 PS

625 kW / 850 horsepower (838 bhp), 1,450 Nm (1,069 lb-ft) of torque, a top speed in excess of 350 km/h (217 mph): these are the unique performance figures of the BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo that comes to the starting line as the legitimate successor of the famed BRABUS 800 E V12.

For almost two decades the four generations of the BRABUS E V12 ruled the segment of the superfast sedans. What once started with the implantation of a BRABUS 6.9 V12 increased-displacement engine producing 375 kW / 509 horsepower (503 bhp) into the body of a Mercedes 500 E of the W 124 model series, and culminated in the BRABUS E V12 “one of ten” super car with 588 kW / 800 horsepower (790 bhp) of power and a top speed in excess of 370 km/h (230 mph) presented at the 2009 IAA, now finds its even more powerful continuation.

The BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo, based on the current Mercedes E 63, uses eight instead of twelve cylinders. To this end the motor engineers from BRABUS developed a new high-performance engine with an increased displacement of six liters (361 cu. in.).

Like its predecessors, the BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo, which of course is also available as a wagon, comes with an efficient BRABUS aerodynamic-enhancement kit, tailor-made BRABUS Monoblock wheels and an exclusive BRABUS fine leather interior.

The eight-cylinder engine of the E 63 and its two turbochargers provide the perfect breeding ground for an enormous power boost. To this end the BRABUS motor engineers developed a displacement increase from standard 5,461 cc to 5,912 cc (333 to 361 cu. in.). Simply increasing the bore of the eight cylinders in the BRABUS high-tech engine-building shop to 99 millimeters (3.89 in.) would be insufficient. The precision-balanced billet crankshaft with a stroke of 96 mm (3.78) instead of the standard 90.5 millimeters (3.56 in.) in concert with special forged billet pistons and billet piston rods completes the displacement increase. In addition, both cylinder heads are optimized for mixture flow.

The turbocharging system of the eight-cylinder four-valve engine was upgraded accordingly: the air intake system and the two BRABUS turbochargers with larger compressor unit and special manifold were all developed from the ground up. The BRABUS 850 intake module with an air filter box with larger cross section was developed to supply the adequate amount of air. An air duct integrated into the hood is also part of this special intake manifold as is the larger intake pipe, which is positioned directly exposed to the relative wind in the front bumper to provide air to the engine.

Low charge-air temperatures are beneficial to power yield and engine temperatures, and consequently BRABUS equips this engine with intake and charge-air pipes wrapped with special and immediately identifiable “Gold Heat Reflection” sheathing.

Free-flow metal catalysts and a BRABUS high-performance exhaust system with controlled butterfly valve are installed on the exhaust side. This includes active control of the exhaust note from the driver’s seat. At the push of a button drivers can choose between a quiet “Coming Home” mode and an earthy, full-blooded V8 sound when the “Sport” position is selected. With its dual ceramic-coated design tailpipes on either side with cast BRABUS logo this exhaust system is also a visual treat.

The BRABUS electronics engineers used their immense know-how and state-of-the-art engine test rigs to recalibrate the engine management system to ensure the perfect interaction of all high-performance components and consequently an optimal power output. The result is not only tremendous performance, but also compliance with stringent EURO VI emissions standards. The high-tech lubricants for the entire powertrain are supplied by technology partner MOTUL.

The performance data of the BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo increased-displacement engine speak volumes: 625 kW / 850 horsepower (838 bhp) at a low 5,400 rpm are just as unique for a street-legal sedan as is a constant torque of 1,450 Nm (1,069 lb-ft) between 2,500 and 4,500 rpm. In the car this figure is limited to 1,150 Nm (848 lb-ft) to reduce stress on the entire drivetrain. Of course this high-performance engine is also backed by the one-of-a-kind BRABUS Tuning Warranty of three years, up to 100,000 kilometers/62,000 miles (see BRABUS Warranty Terms and Conditions, updated July 2013).

In conjunction with the modified SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission the new engine lifts all versions of the E 63 to a performance level previously virtually inconceivable for a sedan or a wagon. With rear-wheel drive the BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo sprints from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.7 seconds. With 4MATIC all-wheel drive and the added traction it provides this exercise actually takes only 3.1 seconds. Depending on the tires, the final drive ratio and the programming of the BRABUS Vmax unit, the top speed ranges between 300 km/h (186 mph) and more than 350 km/h (217 mph).

In addition, BRABUS offers three more performance stages for all current E 63 variants that do without a displacement increase. Their power outputs range from 456 kW / 620 horsepower (611 bhp) and 478 kW / 650 horsepower (641 bhp) to 537 kW / 730 horsepower (720 bhp) for the BRABUS B63S-730 version.

Favorable aerodynamic properties are essential for perfect handling stability at the tremendous speeds attained by such powerful vehicles. The BRABUS designers went into the wind tunnel to develop bodywork components made from extremely lightweight yet ultra-strong carbon fiber.

The front spoiler lip attaches to the underside of the production bumper of the E 63. Its shape reduces negative lift on the front axle of sedan and wagon.

Also made from this superlight composite material are the BRABUS rear separation edge and the diffuser insert, which provides the perfect backdrop for the two dual tailpipes of the BRABUS sport exhaust.

The immense top speed of the BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo requires special high-performance tires supplied by technology partners Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA. The largest version features one-piece BRABUS Monoblock F or R wheels of size 9.5Jx20 with high-speed-capable tires of sizes 255/30 ZR 20 on the front axle and 295/25 ZR 20 tires in back. There is also a version featuring BRABUS Monoblock R “Platinum Edition” forged wheels of size 9Jx20 in front and size 10.5Jx20 on the rear axle.

The BRABUS fine leather interior, which is handcrafted meticulously by the experienced upholsterers of the automotive refinement specialist, can be ordered in any desired color. BRABUS aluminum shift paddles with a highly ergonomic design and BRABUS RACE pedals add a markedly sporty note.

The BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo can be ordered as a complete car or BRABUS can convert any existing current Mercedes E 63 entirely or step by step to this specification.

Fuel economy, CO2 emissions and efficiency class

BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo based on the Mercedes E 63: city 14.4 l/100 km. highway 7.9 l/100 km. combined: 10.3 l/100 km. CO2 emissions, combined: 242 g/km. Efficiency class F.

Mercedes E63 AMG VS. Vauxhall VXR8 GTS

The new Vauxhall VXR8 GTS promises to match the Mercedes E63 AMG for much less money. Does it deliver?

For the past few decades the supersaloon market has been dominated by premium German brands, but that could all change with the arrival of the new Vauxhall VXR8.

Boasting a thumping supercharged 577bhp 6.2-litre V8, uprated suspension, outlandish looks and real motorsport pedigree, it certainly has the right ingredients to succeed.

There’s only one version, the GTS, which benefits from a lengthy list of go-faster kit, including launch control, adaptive damping and an on-board computer that can log everything from lap times to cornering g-forces. However, the most eye-catching feature of the VXR8 is its £54,499 price tag.

While that’s a hefty amount of cash to shell out for a Vauxhall, it’s around £30,000 less than the Mercedes E63 AMG S, which is the only four-door model on sale that really comes close in terms of power and performance.

Like the VXR8, the AMG features a mighty 577bhp V8 and a traditional rear-wheel-drive chassis that promises plenty of old-school driving thrills. The Mercedes blends this pace and agility with one of the classiest cabins in the business, plus an unrivalled upmarket image. So will this be enough for it to justify its huge price premium, or will it be toppled by a knock-out blow from the bargain-priced Vauxhall?

Vauxhall VXR8 vs Mercedes E63 AMG

Vauxhall VXR8 vs Mercedes E63 AMG

Head-to-head

Under the bonnet

Both cars boast thundering V8s and a heady 577bhp power output, but that’s where the similarities end. The Vauxhall’s larger 6.2-litre engine comes from the legendary Chevrolet Corvette and is boosted by an Eaton supercharger. Mercedes has developed the E63’s V8 with an eye on efficiency, meaning the twin-turbo displaces a smaller 5.5 litres and features modern fuel-saving technology such as a stop-start system.

Racy looks

With its tall rear spoiler, gaping front grille and bright orange paint, the aggressive-looking VXR8 leaves you in no doubt about its performance potential. However, if you don’t want to attract quite so much attention, then the subtly enhanced AMG Mercedes is a much better bet.

Safety first

You expect Mercedes to kit its cars out with plenty of safety aids, but the Vauxhall is equally well equipped. Lane-departure warning, forward collision alert, blind spot monitoring and reverse traffic alert feature on the VXR8.

Verdict

1st place: Mercedes E63 AMG S

Few cars can match the E63’s supercar-slaying performance, agile handling, upmarket image and practicality. It makes every drive an event, while its muscular V8 is an engineering masterpiece. It’s more expensive than the VXR8, but the extra outlay is money well spent.

2nd place: Vauxhall VXR8 GTS
The VXR8 takes the runner-up spot, but the result is closer than you’d think. On the right road, it’s huge fun, plus it’s roomy, well equipped, surprisingly comfy and has a bargain price. It’s not as sharp as the E63, plus garish looks and a cheap cabin let it down.

Figures

Mercedes E63 AMG S Vauxhall VXR8 GTS
On-the-road price/total as tested £84,110/£100,570 £54,499/£54,499
Residual value (after 3yrs/30,000) £37,084/44.1% £25,233/46.3%
Depreciation £47,026 £29,266
Annual tax liability std/higher rate £5,824/£11,647 £3,735/£7,470
Annual fuel cost (12k/20k miles) £3,851/£6,419 £4,493/£7,489
Ins. group/quote/road tax band/cost 50/£752/L/£485 50/£699/M/£500
Cost of 1st/2nd/3rd service £42 per month (3yrs) TBC
Length/wheelbase 4,879/2,874mm 4,988/2,915mm
Height/width 1,474/1,854mm 1,457/1,899mm
Engine V8/5,461cc V8/6,162cc
Peak power 577/5,500 bhp/rpm 577/6,150 bhp/rpm
Peak torque 800/2,000 Nm/rpm 740/3,850 Nm/rpm
Transmission 7-spd auto/rwd 6-spd man/rwd
Fuel tank capacity/spare wheel 80 litres/sp. saver 70 litres/foam
Boot capacity 540 litres 496 litres
Kerbweight/payload 1,870/520kg 1,881kg/N/A
Turning circle/drag coefficient 11.4 metres/N/A 11.4 metres/N/A
Basic warranty (miles)/recovery 3yrs (unltd)/3yrs 3yrs (60,000)/1yr
Service intervals/UK dealers Variable/136 20,000 miles (1yr)/404
Driver Power manufacturer/dealer pos. 9th/12th* 29th/18th*
Euro NCAP: Adult/child/ped./stars 86/77//59/86/5 N/A
0-60/30-70mph 4.2/3.1 secs 4.3/3.3 secs
30-50mph in 3rd/4th 1.9/2.8 secs 2.5/3.3 secs
50-70mph in 5th/6th/7th 3.5/4.8 secs/N/A 4.0/5.8 secs/N/A
Top speed/rpm at 70mph 155mph/1,850rpm 155mph/2,000rpm
Braking 70-0/60-0/30-0mph 46.9/34.4/8.9m 42.8/31.6/8.4m
Noise levels outside/idle/30/70mph 65/52/63/71dB 68/56/65/73dB
Auto Express econ (mpg/mpl)/range 19.6/4.3/345 miles 16.8/3.7/259 miles
Govt urban/extra-urban/combined 20.3/37.2/28.5mpg 12.9/24.4/18.9mpg
Govt urban/extra-urban/combined 4.5/8.2/6.3mpl 2.8/5.4/4.2mpl
Actual/claimed CO2/tax bracket 333/232g/km/35% 388/363g/km/35%
Airbags/Isofix/park. sensors/camera Nine/yes/£390 Six/yes/yes
Automatic box/stability/cruise control Yes/yes/yes £1,725/yes/yes
Climate control/leather/heated seats Yes/yes/yes Yes/yes/yes
Met paint/xenon lights/keyless go Yes/LEDs/£595 Yes/no/yes
Sat-nav/USB/DAB radio/Bluetooth Yes/yes/yes/yes Yes/yes/no/yes

Via: Auto Express

Mercedes E63 AMG Road Trip

Andrew Krok and Jeremy Cliff road trip in the Mercedes E63 AMG

We were somewhere around Fremont on the edge of Indiana when the rain began to take hold. I remember saying something like, “Are we sure these wipers don’t go any faster?” Suddenly, there was a terrible roar all around us, and the sky was full of what looked like rain. And a lot of it, at that. Here we were, no more than three hours into our hastily-planned, yet much-anticipated road trip, and God was already trying to piss us off.

Meredes E63 AMG

Meredes E63 AMG

People go on road trips all the time. They even make shitty movies about road trips, featuring Tom Green doing something so incredibly stupid, yet so incredibly expected. But our trip was different. It was a gross, physical salute to the art of driving – but only for those that can afford the cost of entry. Luckily, we sidestepped that last part.

Our faithful steed on this trip was a collection of everything right and beautiful with automobiles, ground up and run through the Mercedes-Benz brand sausage stuffer from hell. The E63 AMG would be Darth Vader’s ride if he traded his job as a Sith Lord for an upper-management position at a Fortune 500 company. 550 horsepower from a twin-turbo V-8 engine, forced into the pavement through all four wheels, burbling and cracking and growling its way across a landscape wrought with fire and death.

Meredes E63 AMG

Meredes E63 AMG

Okay, maybe that’s a bit over the top, but the car was painted black, with matching black wheels, and an exhaust note that would send the animal kingdom’s most vicious predators running. It was big. It was angry. And it was about to take us 1,800 miles to the East Coast and back.

On top of being addicted to nicotine, I’m addicted to cars. In order to get my fix above and beyond the nine-to-five, I freelance for a magazine that focuses entirely on the Porsche 911. I’d been sent a mission from the head office – get to Connecticut and write a feature on a handful of incredibly-rare 911s, all currently owned by one of the largest and most highly-celebrated Porsche collectors on the planet, Richard Sloan.

Meredes E63 AMG

Meredes E63 AMG

So, after figuring out dates and securing a car for the trip, I set off on Friday evening to pick up two photographers and a friend. We each had a bag with a weekend’s worth of clothes, along with sleeping bags, pillows, and the like. That fit in the trunk easily. What made it difficult, though, was the tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of camera equipment we also needed to bring. We were professionals, after all, and pros need egregious amounts of lenses, strobes, tripods, camera bodies, and remotes. And we made sure to put that equipment to good use

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Mercedes E63 AMG Vs. Jaguar XFR-S

See who wins when the Jaguar XFR-S is pitted against the Mercedes E63 AMG

With 542bhp, the Jaguar XFR-S finally has the firepower to go directly up against the German elite. Steve Sutcliffe from AutoCar puts the Jaguar to the test by putting it up against the powerful, agile and extremely comfortable Mercedes E63 AMG in what should be ultimate supersaloon battle.

Watch the video below to see just how the Jaguar XFR-S faired against the E63 AMG. Don’t have time to watch, skip below the video for the spoiler.

Spoiler: Without question, the Mercedes E63 AMG is the winner in this battle, it’s less expensive, handles better and is all around a better driving car.  The XFR-S is a great step for Jaguar but Mercedes has set the benchmark too high.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Conquers the Nurburgring Video

The 2014 Mercedes E63 AMG looks great taking on the world famous Nurburgring

If you’re looking for a great way to kick of this lovely Monday morning, we’ve got a couple fun videos for you , starting with this video of the 2014 Mercedes E63 AMG being put through its paces on the Nurburgring.

It’s not clear if this is indeed Mercedes still testing the new model, although the fact the E63 passes both the new F15 BMW X5 and camouflaged 2-Seris would indicate it is being run during a manufacturing testing session.  What is clear, however, is how incredibly well the 2014 E63 stays planted on turns – a truly impressive testament to the prowess of Mercedes’ 4Matic system.

Check the 2014 E63 AMG Video for yourself to revel in all the E63’s cornering glory.

Mercedes E-Class Photo Gallery

The 2014 Mercedes E-Class is instantly recognizable but unlike anything you've ever seen.

The 2014 Mercedes E-Class is offered as a luxury or sport sedan, coupe, cabriolet, wagons or an AMG model and is packed with the latest safety technologies and new styling. Click through the photo gallery below to view the full range of E-Class models.

Four Mercedes AMGs Go Up Against F1 Silver Arrow

A Mercedes A 45 AMG, SLS AMG Black Series, SLS AMG GT3, & E63 AMG compete against Michael Schumacher in an F1 Silver Arrow

The Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, the Mercedes SLS AMG Black Series, the Mercedes SLS AMG GT3, and a Mercedes E 63 AMG compete against Michael Schumachers F1 “Silver Arrow” in the High-Performance Demonstration on the famous Nurburgring North Loop.

The race starts with an A 45 AMG driven by Bernd Mayländer, followed by an E 63 AMG driven by Karl Wendlinger, Nico Rosberg in an SLS AMG Black Series and Bernd Schneider with the SLS AMG GT3. The last car – the Formula 1 Silver Arrow with Michael Schumacher starts and tries to ride across the finish line at the same time with all the other Mercedes-AMG cars.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Opposites Attract Commercial

Light and shadow, force and grace: when opposites fuse together, they create the new Mercedes E 63 AMG

Light and shadow, force and grace: when opposites fuse together, they create something unique, like the new Mercedes E 63 AMG. With the performance-orientated AMG all-wheel drive 4MATIC and the particularly powerful output of 430 KW (585 hp), the S-Model sets new standards.

The new 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC now features a redesigned, performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system as standard equipment and is also available as an especially powerful SModel with output of 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. The 5.5-liter AMG V8 Biturbo continues to be the benchmark of efficiency: No other competitor in this segment offers this combination of maximum performance and low fuel consumption. Permanent all-wheel drive is standard on all U.S. models – which also feature a power increase from 518 hp to 550 hp with a peak torque of 531 lb-ft. With this step Mercedes-AMG now for the first time offers powerful passenger cars with an all-wheel-drive system designed for vehicle dynamics. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC goes on-sale in the U.S. this summer.

With the introduction of the new custom-tailored models, Mercedes-AMG offers its customers even more individuality than before. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC is more powerful and sports a more dynamic outfit than all its predecessors: Even at first glance the new AMG design philosophy is immediately apparent. The new “twin blade” radiator grille and a new “A-wing” in the AMG front fascia define the exclusive appearance. As before, the top-of-the-line E-Class AMG model is available as a sedan and wagon. Also adding significantly to the new models’ appeal is the marked improvement in the price-performance ratio: E63 AMG 4MATIC customers now get even more power, better vehicle dynamics and a more extensive list of standard equipment.

The new product logic also benefits the CLS63 AMG: Like the E63 AMG 4MATIC, the CLS63 AMG is available as an S-Model and with the performanceoriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC as standard. The addition of the E63 AMG and the CLS63 AMG means there are now also two all-wheel-drive passenger car models available from Mercedes-AMG besides the successful ML63 AMG, GL63 AMG, and G63 AMG SUV’s. Additional models equipped with the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC such as the CLA45 AMG will follow this year.

Ola Källenius, CEO Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “The philosophy of Mercedes-AMG is driving performance. With the new model variants of the E63 AMG 4MATIC and CLS63 AMG 4MATIC it is also becoming clear that we offer our customers even more individuality than before. In particular the S-Models represent the most attractive offer in the competitive segment and score decisive points with a significant improvement in their price-performance ratio: The most power and the highest torque in the segment, the new performance-oriented AMG allwheel- drive system, the new design and a significantly more extensive standard-equipment package are among the outstanding strengths of the new high-performance automobiles from Affalterbach. With the innovative allwheel- drive S-Models we will reach new customers and markets.”

Tobias Moers, head of overall vehicle development and member of the management board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “We have significantly honed the dynamic profile of the 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC and the CLS63 AMG 4MATIC with the exclusive S-Models. Only AMG offers customers power and torque figures of such magnitude. Our AMG 5.5-liter V8 engine is still the world’s most efficient V8 built in series production. With the newly developed performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC we not only deliver the best acceleration figures in the competitive segment, we also offer our customers markedly better vehicle dynamics than ever before.”

The models for the U.S. market at a glance (all figures preliminary):

E63 AMG 4MATIC

Sedan

E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC

Sedan/Wagon

Displacement 5,461 cc 5,461 cc
Rated power output 550 hp at 5,500 rpm 577 hp at 5,500 rpm
Peak torque 531 lb-ft
at 1,750 – 5,250 rpm
590 lb-ft
at 1,750 – 5,000 rpm
Acceleration
0-60 mph
3.6 sec – Sedan 3.5 sec – Sedan
3.6 sec – Wagon
Top speed 155 mph* 186 mph*

Gran Turismo 6 Will Include Three New AMG Models

Gran Turismo 6 for PS3 will include the MercedesSLS AMG GT3, the E63 AMG and the A45 AMG

Legendary Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi announced this week that Gran Turismo 6 will be released Holiday 2013. The news was revealed at an event held at Silverstone in England celebrating 15 years of the 70-million-selling series, Gran Turismo.

Gran Turismo 6 for PlayStation 3 will receive several enhancements, improvements and additions in order to give players new levels of authenticity to ‘the Real Driving Simulator. There will be new tracks and more importantly, cars, including three new Mercedes AMG models; the SLS AMG GT3 producing over 367 kW (more than 500 hp), the E63 AMG producing 410 kW (557 hp) and the A45 AMG producing 265 kW (360 hp).  In addition to the three new vehicles, no fewer than 21 further vehicles from Mercedes-Benz which featured in Gran Turismo 5 will also be taking to the track to set the pulses of gaming fans racing.

Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon

Globally the PlayStation 3 racing game has so far sold more than 70 million copies, with version 5 alone being enjoyed by more than ten million gaming fans since November 2010. Mercedes-Benz can look back over a long and successful history as part of this race series. Models from the star brand have been represented in the game since the market launch of Gran Turismo 2 back in 1999/2000. According to Anders Sundt Jensen: “Both Carl Benz in 1886 and Kazunori Yamauchi, the inventor of Gran Turismo in 1998 recognised that a car can do more than just take us from A to B. Both lived the automotive dream. Driving a Mercedes or playing Gran Turismo each therefore reflects a unique experience: unprecedented driving pleasure.”

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Intelligent Drive Video

Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive in the 2014 E-Class supports a driver in moments of distraction, alert when you're not

The best things in life are often unexpected, and in those cases, you sometimes have to look twice. And when you find yourself in one of those to good to be true situations while you’re driving, it’s good to know, that the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class detects cross-traffic hazards. With Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive it can support a driver in moments of distraction, staying alert when you’re not.  Check out the video below to see just one of the possible scenarios that you may or may not find yourself in while driving.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Technical Data


E400 HYBRID E250 BlueTEC 4MATIC E350 4MATIC Sedan E550 4MATIC Sedan E63 AMG Sedan E63 AMG S-Model Sedan (Wagon)
Vehicle type Four-door, five-passenger sedan Four-door, five-passenger sedan Four-door, seven-passenger
wagon
Four-door, five-passenger
sedan
Four-door, five-passenger
sedan
Four-door, five-passenger sedan (sevenpassenger
wagon)
Chassis Steel unit body; aluminum front
fenders, doors and hood;
composite trunk lid.
Steel unit body; aluminum front
fenders, doors and hood;
composite trunk lid.
Steel unit body; aluminum front
fenders, doors and hood;
composite trunk lid.
Steel unit body; aluminum front
fenders, doors and hood;
composite trunk lid.
Steel unit body; aluminum front
fenders, doors and hood;
composite trunk lid.
Steel unit body; aluminum front fenders,
doors and hood; composite trunk lid.

Hybrid Module
Configuration Mild Hybrid with 3-phase AC
external rotor magneto
Voltage 120
Battery Lithium Ion
Electric-Only Range N/A
Electric Drive Unit
Horsepower (hp) 27
Torque (lb-ft) 184
Internal Combustion Engine 3.5 L V6 Inline 4-Cylinder 60-degree V6 90-degree V8 90-degree V8 90-degree V8
Valve arrangement Four valves per cylinder Aluminum block and heads Four valves per cylinder Four valves per cylinder
Valvetrain Double overhead camshaft per
cylinder bank; duplex chain-driven
Four valves per cylinder Four valves per cylinder Four valves per cylinder Double overhead camshaft per
cylinder bank; chain driven with
variable timing
Double overhead camshaft per cylinder
bank; chain driven with variable timing
Displacement (cc) 3,498 2,143 3,498 4,663 5,461 5,461
Bore (mm) 92.9 3.66 3.66 3.86 3.86
Stroke (mm) 86 3.39 3.39 3.56 3.56
Compression ratio 10.7:1 12.0 : 1 12.0 : 1 10.0:1 10.0:1
Horsepower @ rpm 302 + 27 (electric) 195 @ 3,800 302 @ 6,500 402 @ 5,000 – 5,750 550 @ 5,250 – 5,750 577 @ 5,500
Torque (lb-ft.) @ rpm 273 lb. ft.+ 184 lb. ft. (electric) 369 @ 1,600 – 1,800 273 @ 3,500 – 5,250 443 @ 1,800 – 4,750 531 @ 1,750 – 5,000 590 @ 2,000 – 4,500
Intake system Two-stage, variable-length intake
manifold
Turbocharged Naturally Aspirated, Direct
Injection
Direct gasoline injection with
piezo injectors, twin turbo
w/12.9 lbs. boost
Spray Guided Direct gasoline
injection with piezo injectors,
biturbo 13.1psi boost
Spray Guided Direct gasoline injection
with piezo injectors, biturbo 14.5psi
boost
Max. engine speed (rpm) 7,000 7,000 4,663 6,400 6,400
Combined Output
Horsepower( hp)
Torque (lb-ft)

Transmission Seven-Speed Automatic Seven-Speed Automatic Seven-Speed Automatic Seven-Speed Automatic AMG SPEEDSHIFT
Seven-speed MCT
AMG SPEEDSHIFT
Seven-speed MCT
Shift controls Direct Select Direct Select Direct Select AMG DRIVE UNIT AMG DRIVE UNIT
Gear ratios Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic
1 4.38:1 4.38:1 4.38:1 4.38:1 4.38:1 4.38:1
2 2.86:1 2.86:1 2.86:1 2.86:1 2.86:1 2.86:1
3 1.92:1 1.92:1 1.92:1 1.92:1 1.92:1 1.92:1
4 1.37:1 1.37:1 1.37:1 1.37:1 1.37:1 1.37:1
5 1.00:1 1.00:1 1.00:1 1.00:1 1.00:1 1.00:1

0.82:1 0.82:1 0.82:1 0.82:1 0.82:1 0.82:1

0.73:1 0.73:1 0.73:1 0.73:1 0.73:1 0.73:1
Reverse Gear 1 3.42:1 3.42:1 3.42:1 3.42:1 3.42 3.42
Reverse Gear 2 2.23 2.23 2.23 2.23 2.23 2.23
Final drive 2.23:1 2.23:1 2:87:1 2.47:1 2.65:1 2.65:1

Stability control ESP stability control ESP stability control ESP stability control ESP stability control AMG 3-Stage ESP System
AMG Peformance 4MATIC with
37F/63R torque split
AMG 3-Stage ESP System
AMG Peformance 4MATIC with
37F/63R torque split
Traction control ASR Traction Control ASR Traction Control 4MATIC All-Wheel-Drive, ASR
traction control
ASR Traction Control
Suspension AGILITY CONTROL
suspension with
stroke-dependent damping
system and sport tuning
AGILITY CONTROL
suspension with
stroke-dependent damping
system and sport tuning
AGILITY CONTROL
suspension with
stroke-dependent damping
system and sport tuning
AGILITY CONTROL
suspension with
stroke-dependent damping
system and sport tuning
AMG Adaptive Sport
Suspension with electronically
adjustable dampening
AMG Adaptive Sport Suspension with
electronically adjustable dampening
front 3-link independent
strut-type with stabilizer bar
3-link independent
strut-type with stabilizer bar
3-link independent
strut-type with stabilizer bar
3-link independent
strut-type with stabilizer bar
AMG Design 3-link Independent
with Steel Coil Springs and
Tubular Stabilizer Bar
AMG Design 3-link Independent with
Steel Coil Springs and Tubular Stabilizer
Bar
rear 5-link independent with
stabilizer bar
5-link independent with
stabilizer bar
5-link independent with
stabilizer bar
5-link independent with
stabilizer bar
AMG Calibrated 5-link
Independent with AIRMATIC
Springs and Solid Stabilizer Bar
AMG Calibrated 5-link Independent with
AIRMATIC Springs and Solid Stabilizer
Bar
Steering Direct-steer power-assisted speedsensitive
rack-and-pinion steering
Direct-steer power-assisted
speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion
steering
Direct-steer power-assisted
speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion
steering
Direct-steer power-assisted
speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion
steering
AMG-Calibrated Fixed Ratio
(14:1) Rack and Pinion with
Variable Electronic Assistance
AMG-Calibrated Fixed Ratio (14:1) Rack
and Pinion with Variable Electronic
Assistance
Turning radius (ft.) 36.9 36.9 36.9 36.9 38.5 38.5
Wheels (in.) front 8.5 x 17 8.5 x 17 8.5 x 17 8.5 x 18 9.0 x 19.0 9.0 x 19.0
rear 8.5 x 17 8.5 x 17 9.5 x 17 9.5 x 18 9.5 x 19.0 9.5 x 19.0
Tires front 245 / 45 R 17 245 / 45 R 17 245 / 45 R 18 245/40 R 18 255/35 ZR19 255/35 ZR19
rear 245 / 45 R 17 245 / 45 R 17 245 / 45 R 18 245/40 R 18 285/30 ZR19 285/30 ZR19
Brakes Internally ventilated 12.7″ discs
with single piston sliding calipers
Internally ventilated 12.7″ discs
with single piston sliding calipers
Internally ventilated 12.7″ discs
with single piston sliding calipers
Internally ventilated and
perforated 14.2″ discs with
four piston fixed calipers
Internally ventilated and
perforated discs with six piston
fixed calipers (f) and four piston
fixed calipers ®
Internally ventilated and perforated
discs with six piston fixed calipers (f) and
four piston fixed calipers ®
Disc diameter
(in./mm)
front 12.7 12.7; ventilated 12.7; ventilated 14.2; ventilated/perforated 14.2/360;
ventilated/perforated
14.2/360; ventilated/perforated
rear 11.8 11.8; ventilated 11.8; ventilated 12.6; ventilated/perforated 14.2/360;
ventilated/perforated
14.2/360; ventilated/perforated
Disc thickness
(in./mm)
front 1.3 / 32 1.3 / 32 1.3 / 32 1.4 1.4/36 1.4/36
rear 7.9 / 22 0.9 / 22 0.9 / 22 1.02 1.02/26 1.02/27

Exterior dimensions in.
Wheelbase 113.2 113.2 113.2 113.2 113.2 113.2
Length 191.7 191.7 191.7 191.7 192.5 192.4 (Wagon: 193.4 est.)
Width (mirrors folded) 73 73 73 73 76.4 76.4
Height 57.9 57.9 57.9 57.9 57.7 57.7 (Wagon: 59.9 est.)
Ground clearance (in.) 5.75 5.75 5.75 5.51 4.5 4.5
Track front 63 63.00 63 63 64.1 64.1
rear 63.7 63.7 63.7 63.7 63.2 63.2
Curb weight (lbs.) 4,189 TBD 3,979 4,145 4,276 4276 (Wagon 4508)
Interior dimensions (in.)
Head room
(w/sunroof)
front 37.9 37.9 37.9 37.9 37.9 37.9 (Wagon: 38.3)
2nd row 38.2 38.2 38.2 38.2 38.2 38.2 (Wagon: 39.8)
Leg room front 41.3 41.3 41.3 41.3 41.3 41.3 (Wagon: 41.3)
2nd row 35.8 35.8 35.8 35.8 35.8 35.8
Shoulder room front 57.8 57.8 57.8 57.8 57.8 57.8 (Wagon: 56.8)
2nd row 56.9 56.9 56.9 56.9 56.9 56.9
Cargo Length Back row up
Back row down 39.37
Cargo floor width (narrowest)

Capacities
Cabin volume (cu. ft.) 125.0 125.0 125.0 125.0 TBD TBD
Cargo volume Back row up 16.4 16.4 16.4 16.4 29.0 29.0
Back row down 57.4 57.4
Towing (lbs.)
Max. total payload TBD TBD
Fuel tank/reserve (gallons) 21.1 21.1 21.1 21.1 21.1 21.1
AdBlue tank (gallons) N/A 7 N/A N/A N/A N/A

Performance
0-60 (seconds) TBD TBD 6.6 (est.) 5.2 (est.) 3.6 (est) 3.5 (Wagon: 3.6)
Top speed (mph) 130 130 130 130 155 (electronically limited) 186 (electronically limited)
Fuel mileage, city/hwy/comb
(EPA estimates)
24/30/26 TBD 19/28 16 / 26 / 20 TBA TBA
Note: Technical specifications are subject to change.
*with optional AMG Performance Package
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2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Family On Display in Geneva

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon, Estate, Coupé, Cabriolet and the new E63 AMG to celebrated its European premiere

The extensively modernised E-Class model family is also on display at the Geneva Motor Show, the Saloon, Estate, Coupé, Cabriolet and the new E63 AMG to celebrate its European premiere. The new Mercedes E-Class leads the way in terms of safety, drive systems and design in particular.

“The new E-Class is the best E-Class of all time and one of the reasons why we are very optimistic for the remaining year. And we expect to see further sales growth, especially in the course of the second half of the year. Even more so, because some of our newcomers have not arrived in our showrooms yet,” says Dr Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President of Mercedes-Benz Cars, responsible for Sales & Marketing.

The updated design reflects the embodied state-of-the-art technology. The front end sports a completely new design featuring new headlamps with a single lens covering all functional elements. The E-Class Saloon and Estate are also available for the first time with two different faces – featuring the classic star on the bonnet or the sports car radiator grille with a large, centrally positioned star.

Exemplary safety with eleven new assistance systems

All the E-Class models feature many new assistance systems from the future S‑Class. A total of eleven of these electronic aids reconcile comfort and safety in a new dimension. The comprehensive “Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive” concept includes systems which for the first time can help to prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians, and Active Lane Keeping Assist which can help to prevent accidents with oncoming traffic.

Powerful and efficient engines

The new E-Class family has likewise been further enhanced in terms of efficiency and ecology thanks largely to new, powerful BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines with direct-injection technology, enabling the E-Class to achieve an ‘A’ efficiency rating. The wide range of engines includes six petrol and six diesel units, all of which are exceptionally efficient. The petrol versions cover the output range from 135 kW (184 hp) to 300 kW (408 hp), their diesel counterparts from 100 kW (136 hp) to 195 kW (265 hp). Almost all of the diesel engines have an ‘A’ efficiency rating. The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, which consumes a mere 4.1 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres, even achieves the top ‘A+’ rating.

2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Most powerful E-Class: the new E 63 AMG with up to 585 hp

The Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG represents the pinnacle in terms of performance and dynamism. The flagship model in the E-Class family is now also available as an exceptionally powerful S-Model with a maximum output of 430 kW (585 hp) and 800 Nm of torque. It is equipped with a newly-developed performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive system. Permanent all-wheel drive is also available as an option for the other E 63 AMG models.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG – All You Need To Know

The new Mercedes E63 AMG starts at 103,054 Euros for the saloon and 109,599 Euros for the E63 AMG Estate

Mercedes-AMG unveiled the new E 63 AMG, which is now also available as a particularly exclusive and powerful S-Model with an output of 430 kW (585 hp), 800 Newton metres of torque and featuring a newly developed performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system, earlier this year and we have a detailed look and perhaps all you’ll ever need to know about the new model.  Keep in mind that the information below is for the German market but much of the information can be carried over and applied to the U.S. market.  For U.S. specific information, Click Here.

The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine continues to be the absolute pinnacle of efficiency: the combination of high performance and low fuel consumption remains unrivalled by any other competitor in the segment worldwide. The permanent all-wheel drive is also optionally available for the other E 63 AMG models – in which the V8 engine has been uprated from 386 kW (525 hp) and 700 Nm to 410 kW (557 hp) and 720 Nm of torque. With this range, Mercedes-AMG is premiering high-performance passenger car models with an all-wheel-drive system geared to driving dynamics.

The launch of the new, customised model variants will offer Mercedes-AMG customers greater scope for individuality than ever before. The new high-performance, exclusive S-Models are an even more attractive proposition than the AMG Performance packages which have enjoyed great popularity to date. The S-Models form an integral part of the new AMG model range constellation as distinctive model variants; additional AMG high-performance automobiles will become available as S-Models in future. The E 63 AMG’s appeal is also boosted by substantially enhanced value for money: customers now receive more performance and driving dynamics and a broader scope of standard equipment and appointments. The new E 63 AMG also presents a more dynamic appearance than its predecessor. The new AMG design philosophy is immediately apparent at first glance, with the “twin blade” radiator grille and the “A-wing” in the AMG front apron defining the exclusive look. As previously, the top AMG model is available as a Saloon and an Estate variant.

Alongside the successful SUVs – ML 63 AMG, GL 63 AMG, G 63 AMG and G 65 AMG – two passenger car model ranges comprising up to eight unique models with performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive are now available from Mercedes-AMG in the guise of the E 63 AMG and the CLS 63 AMG. Additional models with all-wheel drive, such as the A 45 AMG and the CLA 45 AMG, will follow this year.

Overview of models for the German market:

E 63 AMG Saloon E 63 AMG 4MATIC Saloon/Estate E 63 AMG S 4MATIC Saloon/Estate
Displacement 5461 cc 5461 cc 5461 cc
Output 410 kW (557 hp) at 5500 rpm 410 kW (557 hp) at 5500 rpm 430 kW (585 hp) at 5500 rpm
Max. torque 720 Nm at
1750-5250 rpm
720 Nm at
1750-5250 rpm
800 Nm at
1750-5000 rpm
Fuel consumption NEDC combined 9.8 l/100 km 10.3 (10.5) l/100 km 10.3 (10.5) l/100 km
CO2 emissions 230 g/km 242 (246) g/km 242 (246) g/km
Acceleration 0-100 km/h 4.2 s 3.7 (3.8) s 3.6 (3.7) s
Top speed 250 km/h* 250 km/h* 250 km/h*

The models for the U.S. market at a glance (all figures preliminary):

E63 AMG 4MATIC

Sedan

E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC

Sedan/Wagon

Displacement 5,461 cc 5,461 cc
Rated power output 550 hp at 5,500 rpm 577 hp at 5,500 rpm
Peak torque 531 lb-ft
at 1,750 – 5,250 rpm
590 lb-ft
at 1,750 – 5,000 rpm
Acceleration
0-60 mph
3.6 sec – Sedan 3.5 sec – Sedan
3.6 sec – Wagon
Top speed 155 mph* 186 mph*

* electronically limited;

Acceleration to 100 km/h from a standing start in 3.6 seconds provides the E 63 AMG S 4MATIC with a comfortable lead over the entire competition; the top speed stands at 250 km/h (electronically limited). In addition to the increase in output, this is also attributable in no small part to the performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive with a power distribution ratio of 33 to 67 percent (front/rear axle). Perfect traction during acceleration effectively avoids slip-induced losses.

On the new S-Model the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine generates a maximum output of 430 kW (585 hp) and maximum torque of 800 Newton metres – representing an increase of 20 kW (28 hp) over the AMG Performance package which was previously available as an option. This enhanced performance and power results from adaptation of the engine application, an increase in peak pressure and a rise in the charge pressure from 0.9 to 1.0 bar. At 410 kW (557 hp) and 720 Newton metres, the basic model also boasts an increase of 24 kW (32 hp) and 20 Newton metres over its predecessor.

Despite added power and enhanced performance, all models of the E 63 AMG offer high efficiency, low fuel consumption and low exhaust emissions. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine remains the most efficient series production V8 engine around – with substantially more cubic capacity than its direct competitors. The E 63 AMG rated at 410 kW (557 hp) with rear-wheel drive runs on 9.8 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres in accordance with NEDC (230 grams of CO2). The variant with performance-oriented 4MATIC all-wheel drive and the S-Model rated at 430 kW (585 hp) with all-wheel drive display only marginally higher fuel consumption, at 10.3 to 10.5 litres per 100 km (242 grams to 246 grams of CO2). On top of this, following the implementation of internal engine measures all E 63 AMGs meet the requirements of the stringent Euro 6 emissions standard which will not enter into force until 2015.

AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission for personal set-up

Maximum individuality and customised dynamics – these are the special strengths of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission. The four modes – “C” (Controlled Efficiency), “S” (Sport), “S+” (Sport plus) and “M” (Manual) – offer the driver a personal set-up. In “C” mode, the ECO start/stop function is active and switches off the eight-cylinder engine when the vehicle is at a standstill. In addition, the transmission characteristics are tangibly soft, with smooth and early gear changes. Second gear is generally used as the starting gear in this mode.

The engine and transmission are far more agile in “S”, “S+” and “M” mode; in addition, the ECO start/stop function is deactivated. Partial suppression of the cylinders proves perfect for an emphatic driving style: briefly and precisely interrupting ignition and injection under full load leads to even faster gearshifts with a more emotional sound than before. An automatic double-declutching function for downshifting and the RACE START function are also included as standard with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission.

Performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive for the ultimate in dynamism

The performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive distributes the engine torque at a ratio of 33 to 67 percent (front/rear axle). The rear-biased power distribution provides for signature AMG high driving dynamics and superlative driving enjoyment. The 3-stage ESP® has been tailored specifically to the permanent all-wheel drive system. In “SPORT Handling” mode, ESP® Curve Dynamic Assist performs selective braking intervention on individual wheels in the interests of high agility, thereby avoiding understeering when turning and cornering. In bends, specific brief braking of the inner rear wheel results in defined cornering of the vehicle.

The AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive enhances driving safety and grip on wet or wintry road surfaces. Optimum traction is guaranteed by a multi-disk clutch with a locking effect of 50 Newton metres which exploits the frictional connection potential of all four wheels to the full on snow and ice in particular.

The technical basis is provided by a transfer case for the additional power take-off to the driven rear axle. This transfer case is integrated compactly into the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission and requires virtually no additional installation space. The torque is transmitted from the power take-off via a propeller shaft to the front axle. Power transmission from the front-axle differential to the front-left drive shaft is effected via an intermediate shaft which passes through an encapsulated shaft duct in the engine oil pan. The compact and weight-optimised design results in a comparatively low level of additional weight for the all-wheel drive system of only 70 kilograms.

E 63 AMG S-Model with differential lock on the rear axle

The E 63 AMG S sees Mercedes-AMG going one step further. True to AMG’s “Driving Performance” brand claim, the most powerful E-Class is additionally fitted with a differential lock on the rear axle. This high-tech package results in a further increase in traction, ultimately leading to even greater driving dynamics and enhanced driving enjoyment, especially on the race track.

All E 63 AMG models feature the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with electronically controlled damping system. The front axle employs a steel-spring suspension system, while the rear axle is fitted with a fully load-bearing air suspension system. Pressing the button marked with a shock absorber on the AMG DRIVE UNIT is sufficient to switch the electronics from “Comfort” to “Sport” or “Sport plus”.

The three-link front suspension has undergone further optimisation for the S-Model and the E 63 AMG with all-wheel drive. In conjunction with the newly developed axle components produced in aluminium, these optimisation measures result in markedly enhanced grip and agility combined with a high level of neutrality during fast cornering. The markedly more performance-oriented elastokinematics are exclusive to the S-Model, and offer the driver maximum neutrality and even better feedback and grip at the critical limits. With rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, the E 63 AMG’s 48 millimetre wider track at the front offers substantially greater stability at high cornering speeds and improved road feel. Increased negative camber on both axles additionally boosts lateral dynamics.

Electromechanical AMG speed-sensitive steering complements the vehicle’s set-up to perfection, the direct steering ratio of 14 : 1 providing for extremely agile handling in bends in conjunction with the variable servo assistance geared to the given suspension mode. The E 63 AMG is fitted as standard with 10-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels painted in titanium grey and featuring a high-sheen finish. Tyres in size 255/40 R 18 are fitted to 9.0 x 18 wheels at the front, while the 9.5 x 18 rear wheels have 285/35 R 18 tyres. The all-wheel drive and S-Model come with tyres in size 255/35 R 19 (front) and 285/30 R 19 (rear) on AMG light-alloy wheels in size 9.0 x 19 and 9.5 x 19. Only the high-performance S-Model features 10-spoke light-alloy wheels painted in matt titanium grey with a high-sheen rim flange.

Optional AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system

The E 63 AMG is equipped with an extremely effective AMG high-performance braking system befitting its status as an AMG automobile. The front and rear axles sport ventilated and perforated brake disks in ample 360 millimetre format. The disks which are subject to particularly high levels of stress and strain on the front axle feature the composite braking technology which has been tried and tested in the field of motor sport. Callipers in a silver painted finish with white AMG lettering and incorporating six pistons (front) and four pistons (rear) provide for spontaneous, fading-resistant deceleration and the shortest stopping distances. Callipers in a red painted finish distinguish the S-Model.

An AMG ceramic high-performance composite braking system is exclusively available for the S-Model as an optional feature – recognisable by the even larger 402 millimetre brake disks and the “AMG Carbon Ceramic” logo on callipers sporting a special paint finish. This ceramic system is around 40 percent lighter, providing for reduced unsprung masses and enhanced driving dynamics, agility and ride comfort. The superior hardness of the ceramic brake disks leads to a longer service life and greater resistance to extreme stress and heat.

“Intelligent drive” with new assistance systems

What started with the PRE-SAFE® system and continued with DISTRONIC PLUS has resulted in a new dimension of motoring at Mercedes-Benz: comfort and safety are merged into one. Mercedes-Benz refers to this as “intelligent drive”. In the E-Class, a whole host of new or optimised systems from the future S-Class celebrate their world premiere, making motoring more comfortable and safer.

The basis for all this is formed by new, state-of-the-art sensors and corresponding algorithms. Mercedes-Benz has made a major step forward with the introduction of the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera. Just like the Mono Multi-Purpose Camera fitted previously, it is positioned behind the windscreen in the vicinity of the rear-view mirror. However, this camera features two “eyes” set at an angle of 45 degrees and with an overall range of 500 metres that produce a three-dimensional view of the area up to around 50 metres in front of the vehicle. In this way, the stereo camera provides data for processing by various systems. Intelligent algorithms perform an evaluation of this three-dimensional visual information in order to detect and carry out a classification, both spatially and in terms of their movement, of vehicles that are driving ahead, oncoming or crossing, as well as pedestrians and a variety of traffic signs within a large field of vision.

At the same time as the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera, Mercedes-Benz is also introducing improved versions of the multistage radar sensor system. As standard, both the Saloon and Estate models are fitted with COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning system with brake assist systems. It helps to significantly reduce the risk of a rear-end collision. Also forming part of the standard equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST, which is now able to warn of inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider speed range, and also inform the driver about their level of fatigue and the amount of driving time which has elapsed since the last break. It also offers an adjustable sensitivity level.

In addition, also optionally available are a number of assistance systems which are either new or now feature significantly extended functions.

The following is an overview of the innovations:

  • DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist can help to take the burden off the driver when it comes to keeping the vehicle in its lane and also track traffic in tailbacks semi-automatically
  • for the first time, the Brake Assist system BAS PLUS with Junction Assist is able to detect crossing traffic and pedestrians too, and boost the braking power applied by the driver accordingly
  • the PRE-SAFE® Brake can detect pedestrians and initiate autonomous braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 50 km/h
  • PRE-SAFE® PLUS can recognise an imminent rear-end collision. The driver of the vehicle following behind is warned by activation of the rear warning lights with increasing frequency (not in the USA and Canada). The PRE-SAFE® system then triggers occupant protection measures to reduce the forces to which occupants are subjected. It can also firmly apply the stationary vehicle’s brakes in the event of a rear-end collision to prevent secondary accidents
  • Active Lane Keeping Assist can now detect when the adjacent lane is occupied, in particular by oncoming traffic too. When there is the risk of a collision, the system can also prevent the vehicle from leaving its lane unintentionally, when continuous lines are present, by applying the brakes on one side. As such it makes the ideal supplement to Active Blind Spot Assist
  • Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus allows the high-beam headlamps to be kept on permanently without dazzling traffic by masking out other vehicles in the beams’ cone of light
  • Active Parking Assist enables automated parking with active steering and brake control in both parallel and end-on spaces
  • In addition to speed limits, Traffic Sign Assist can now also detect and display no-overtaking zones and the respective signs signalling their end. In the case of signs imposing access restrictions, it can also provide visual and acoustic warnings. For this reason, it is the first system which can prevent drivers from unintentionally becoming a “phantom driver” i.e. driving the wrong way along a motorway.
  • The 360o camera covers all four sides of the vehicle, thus enabling a uniform all-round view, including virtual bird’s-eye view – a top-down view of the vehicle and its immediate surroundings. Dynamic guide lines help with entering and leaving parking spaces as well as manoeuvring

Distinctive design creating an even more dynamic and exclusive aura

The dynamism and performance stemming from the fascinating technology of the new E 63 AMG are also transported by the design as defining attributes of the vehicle. The AMG high-performance automobile sets new design trends in the process. The E 63 AMG presents the new AMG design philosophy. Predominant elements are the AMG “twin blade” radiator grille in silver chrome and the so-called “A-wing”. The new, three-dimensional air deflector spans the entire width of the AMG front apron, presenting the stylised “A” which is a hallmark of AMG vehicles. The “A-wing” painted in the car’s exterior colour with a trim strip in silver chrome provides the backdrop for three large cooling air intake openings. On the side air intakes, black flics provide for an ideal inflow of air into the cooling modules, while at the bottom a front splitter painted in the car’s exterior colour helps to reduce lift. Convex and concave surfaces dynamically combine the new front end of the E 63 AMG featuring a sculptural design with the distinctive flared wings on which “V8 BITURBO” lettering alludes to the superior engine power on board.

The striking air outlet openings at the sides, the black grille and the two sets of twin chrome tailpipes belonging to the AMG sports exhaust system lend the rear an impression of width. The black diffusor insert with pronounced fins provides the E 63 AMG with a powerful touch of race track atmosphere at the rear.

S-Model with even more striking design features

Numerous newly designed, even more striking design features set the E 63 AMG S 4MATIC apart from the basic model. The “A-wing” at the front cuts a fine figure in high-gloss black, for example. The front splitter is finished in silver chrome, as are the striking three-dimensional inserts in the side sill panels. The rear end presents a powerful impression by virtue of the trim strip in silver chrome in conjunction with the two sets of distinctive twin chrome tailpipes belonging to the AMG sports exhaust system. The AMG spoiler lip (on the Saloon only) painted in the car’s exterior colour reduces lift at high speeds.

The 10-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels in a matt titanium grey painted finish with high-sheen rim flange fit snugly in the wheel arches with tyres in size 255/35 R 19 at the front and 285/30 R 19 at the rear. Brake callipers in red painted finish and an AMG logo on the boot lid sporting an “S” in contrasting black are other characteristic features of the S-Models.

Dynamic, exclusive atmosphere inside

With the standard-fit nappa leather upholstery, the black interior of the E 63 AMG S-Model features grey contrasting topstitching on the AMG sports seats, the door centre panels, the door armrests and the centre console. Silver seat belts are also part of this standard interior. The rim of the AMG Performance steering wheel in black nappa leather is flattened at the top and bottom and boasts grip areas in Alcantara®and grey contrasting stitching. The front head restraints of the AMG sports seats incorporate exclusive embossed AMG emblems. The AMG instrument cluster in a new design features an “S AMG” logo on the 320 km/h speedometer and red applications. The standard scope of equipment and appointments further includes AMG door sill panels with white LED illumination, an electrically operated rear roller blind (Saloon only) and the anti-theft protection package.

Superior-quality materials, excellent workmanship and an exclusive atmosphere are common to all E 63 AMG models. The new AMG-specific analogue clock in IWC design is an attractive eye-catcher between the two central air vents.

The standard scope of equipment and appointments for all E 63 AMG models further includes (selection):

  • Active Parking Assist
  • AMG door entry sills
  • AMG sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
  • ATTENTION ASSIST
  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • Metallic paint finishes
  • LED High Performance headlamps
  • The following individualisation options are available (selection):
  • AMG Carbon Fibre I package (A-wing on the front apron, side sill panel inserts and upper trim on the rear apron in carbon fibre)
  • AMG Carbon Package II (exterior mirror housings and AMG spoiler lip in carbon fibre on the Saloon)
  • AMG Night package (A-wing on the front apron with trim strip, front splitter, side sill panel inserts, exterior mirror housings and trim strips on the rear apron in high-gloss black, black twin tailpipe trims in chromed finish)
  • AMG carbon-fibre engine cover
  • AMG 5-spoke forged wheels with covered wheel bolts, painted in titanium grey with a high-sheen finish
  • AMG Business package (rear apron from AMG Sports package, twin-pipe exhaust system with square tailpipe trims in polished stainless steel, omission of model designation on boot lid and “V8 BITURBO” lettering on wings, available for all E 63 AMG models)
  • Trim in carbon fibre/piano lacquer
  • designo roof lining
  • designo trim

Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound system

A very special highlight among the optional equipment and appointments is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound system, developed by Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes‑AMG together with renowned Danish audio specialist Bang & Olufsen. The sound system enables an exclusive audio experience of the very highest standard.

The market launch of the new E 63 AMG with rear-wheel drive will begin in April 2013, with the all-wheel drive E 63 AMG and the E 63 AMG S 4MATIC following in June.

Price overview for Germany (incl. 19% VAT):

Saloons:

  • E 63 AMG: € 103,054
  • E 63 AMG 4MATIC: € 106,981
  • E 63 AMG S 4MATIC: € 118,405

Estate:

  • E 63 AMG 4MATIC: € 109,599
  • E 63 AMG S 4MATIC: € 121,023

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Family at the NAIAS

The 2014 E-Class Sedan, Wagon, Cabriolet and Coupe will all be on hand at the 2013 NAIAS this week

Visitors to the North American International Auto Show that that started last week in Detroit were host to the world debut of the 2014 E-Class family that Mercedes-Benz has extensively updated. The Sedan, wagon, cabriolet and coupe showcase new more efficient engines, new advanced assistance systems and a new design idiom.

Many new or optimized assistance systems from the future S-Class celebrate their world premiere in all E-Class models. They blend comfort and safety. Mercedes-Benz refers to this as “Intelligent Drive.” This includes systems capable of preventing accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians for the very first time. Active Lane Keeping Assist can also prevent collisions with oncoming traffic. With these innovations Mercedes-Benz underscores its pioneering role in vehicle safety.

Economical and efficient engines

The 2014 E-Class family also takes a significant step forward with regard to efficiency and the environment. Among the contributing factors are engines with direct-injection and ECO start/stop technology.

A broad range of powerful gasoline and diesel engines with four, six or eight cylinders is available for customers of the E-Class family to choose from. For the gasoline engines the power output ranges from a 190 hp diesel to the highperformance 577 hp gasoline engine.

Intelligent modified design

The exterior design reflects the significant technological advances. Intelligent modifications give the 2014 E-Class a new front-end design and revised proportions. The front end has been completely restyled with new headlights that incorporate all light functions within a single lens. In addition, the E-Class Sedan and Wagon are available for the first time with two different front-end designs – with the classic three-dimensional sedan grille and star on the hood or with the sports car grille.

A new feature line and a repositioned three-dimensional trim line bring energetic new proportions to both the sedan and wagon. The feature line runs below the structure line from the rear door to the tail light, giving the car greater visual length. The overall effect is to make the E-Class look longer and more elegant, and at the same time dynamic.

The classic coupe and the four-seat cabriolet are designed to take passionate driving pleasure to exclusive new heights, serving as the emotional highlights of the successful E-Class family. Both retain their powerfully sculpted rear fenders that visually emphasize the fact that these sporty vehicles have rearwheel drive. New tail lights and a wing-design rear bumper with chrome trim elements emphasizes width and further accent the athletic appearance of coupe and cabriolet.

In all visual modifications of the E-Class family the designers applied the new Mercedes-Benz design idiom to reinterpret the brand’s classic design values on the existing foundation. The result: With its new design the E-Class captures the very essence of efficiency, intelligence and emotion.

Premium interior

Mercedes-Benz has also revised the interior of the 2014 E-Class to harmonize with the expressive exterior. The interior is dominated by exquisite materials, a new two-part trim extending across the entire dashboard, a new center console, a large color display as well as redesigned ergonomic seats and fresh interior colors. Overall the E-Class offers a significantly higher level of comfort. As a result it further solidifies its top position in the luxury segment.

Mercedes-AMG builds the most powerful E-Class

The Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG 4MATIC in the E-Class family sets new standards for performance and dynamic purpose. It is now also available as an especially powerful S-Model with a rated power output of 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque that is transferred to all four wheels by a newly developed, performanceoriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system. Permanent all-wheel drive is now standard on all U.S. market E63 AMG 4MATIC models – with power output of the standard model’s AMG 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine jumping from 518 hp to 550 hp with a peak torque of 531 lb-ft.

The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC also sports a more dynamic outfit than before: Even at first glance the new AMG design philosophy is immediately apparent. A new “twin blade” radiator grille and a new “A-wing” in the AMG front fascia define the exclusive appearance. As before, the top-of-the-line E-Class AMG model is available as a sedan and wagon.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan & Wagon

Stylish, Efficient, Intelligent

DETROIT – Mercedes-Benz introduces the extensively updated 2014 E-Class Sedan and Wagon, featuring highly efficient engines, an array of new driver assistance systems and even more refined styling. No less than eleven new or optimized assistance systems from the future S-Class celebrate their world premiere in both the sedan and wagon models. They combine a host of comfort and safety features, referred to by Mercedes-Benz as “Intelligent Drive.” These groundbreaking systems include technologies that can help prevent accidents with pedestrians or vehicles crossing in front, Active Lane Keeping Assist for avoiding collisions with oncoming traffic and anti-glare continuous high-beam headlamps. All this and more ensures that Mercedes- Benz maintains its pioneering role in vehicle safety. The new E-Class also takes a major step forward in terms of efficiency, thanks to the new fourcylinder diesel engine. An extensive package of design updates round-off the new and compelling features of the MY14 E-Class, delivering an accomplished combination of efficiency, intelligence and style. The 2014 EClass Sedan and Wagon will be in U.S. showrooms this Spring.

By conducting such a comprehensive redevelopment of the E-Class range, Mercedes-Benz is ensuring that its customers benefit from the very latest technical advances as soon as possible. The new E-Class also comes with distinctive updates in its styling for an elegant and sporty look, as well as significantly enhanced comfort features and upscale equipment, rounded-off by an exceptional level of efficiency and everyday driving pleasure. All of this comes together to ensure that the E-Class continues to consolidate its leading position in the luxury segment.

Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing Mercedes- Benz Cars: “We are setting clear trends in terms of safety, design and efficiency with the new E-Class. It puts many technical innovations on the road and undoubtedly is the best E-Class ever. This also finds expression in its design and its carefully revised interior, which bring a breath of fresh air to the luxury class. The ‘E’ thus continues to hold its place at the very top of this demanding segment.”

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan

Design – a choice of two new front-end styles

Numerous intelligent modifications have given the E-Class a new front-end design and revised proportions. Designers applied the new Mercedes-Benz design language to reinterpret the brand’s classic design values on the existing basis. The outcome is an elegant, refined and yet sporty look.

The front end has been completely revised with new headlamps that incorporate all light functions within a single lens, while flowing light elements within the headlamps help to retain the “four-eyed” appearance that is such a distinctive EClass signature. When it comes to light and sight, the E-Class sets the benchmark – low beam and daytime running lights both come with partial LED as standard, while full-LED headlamps are available as an option for the first time in this class.

In another first, the MY14 E-Class is available with two different front-end designs. The Luxury version comes with the classic sedan grille with 3-louver look and star on the hood. The Sport version, on the other hand, features the sports grille with integrated star, forming a visual link to the brand’s highperformance sports car models.

The hood and front bumper have also been completely redesigned. With its flowing lines, the hood offers a smooth, sleek expression of the new design language. The bumper has new, contemporary styling with an aerofoil shape along its lower edge for an even more distinctively sporting character. Sport models receive an even more confident front design, using the AMG styling package that features larger air intakes and a distinct aluminum trim line along the entire lower rim of the front bumper.

Dynamic, elegant proportions

A new feature line and a repositioned three-dimensional trim line bring new proportions to both the sedan and wagon. The feature line runs below the structure line from the rear door to the tail light, giving the car greater visual length. This is reinforced by the side trim, which is now much lower. The overall effect is to make the MY14 E-Class look longer and more elegant, and at the same time both dynamic and composed.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon

Broad, distinctive rear end

The rear end of the MY14 E-Class features modifications to the lights and the bumper. The new LED tail lamps have a horizontal design that emphasizes the width of the vehicle, while the two-tone look comes with a distinctive nighttime signature. Sport models feature exposed dual exhaust pipes.

Premium interior

The generously proportioned interior of the E-Class has been subtly revised and harmonized with the expressive exterior. Premium materials, precise lines and clearly defined surfaces combine to create a sophisticated overall look-and-feel.

A new feature is the two-part trim extending across the entire soft-touch dashboard, which is available in two wood finishes – burl walnut or black ash. Also new are the instrument cluster, the trapezoidal head-unit display, the air vent design and the analogue clock between the two central vents.

“Intelligent Drive” with new assistance systems

What started with PRE-SAFE® and continued with DISTRONIC PLUS® has emerged as a new dimension of driving at Mercedes-Benz, where comfort and safety merge into one. Mercedes-Benz calls this “Intelligent Drive.” A whole host of new or optimized systems from the future S-Class celebrate their world premiere in the E-Class, delivering increased comfort and safety, such as the all-new DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist.

The basis for all this is new state-of-the-art sensors and their associated algorithms. Mercedes-Benz has taken a major step forward with the introduction of the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera. Just like the previous Mono Multi-Purpose Camera, it is located on the windshield near the rearview mirror. However, this camera features two “eyes,” set at an angle of 45 degrees to produce a threedimensional view of the area up to 55 yards in front of the vehicle and with an overall range of up to 550 yards. The stereo camera gathers data for processing by various systems using intelligent algorithms. The systems can detect vehicles driving in front, oncoming or crossing and evaluate this three-dimensional visual information to determine their speed and position. They can also identify pedestrians within a large field of vision.

Along with the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera, Mercedes-Benz is also introducing enhanced versions of the Multi-Mode Radar sensor system. COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning system with Adaptive Brake Assist is standard equipment on both the sedan and wagon. It helps to reduce significantly the risk of a rear-end collision. Also part of standard equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST®, which now warns of inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider range, and provides visual information on attention level and time driven since the last break. The sensitivity of the new-generation ATTENTION ASSIST® can be adjusted by the driver.

Also available are a number of assistance systems that are either new or now feature significantly enhanced functionality. In overview:

  • DISTRONIC PLUS® with Steering Assist can help the driver keep the vehicle centered in its lane and can semi-autonomously follow in-line traffic.
  • For the first time, the Brake Assist system BAS PLUS® with Cross-Traffic Assist is able to detect crossing traffic and pedestrians, and boost the braking power applied by the driver accordingly
  • The PRE-SAFE® Brake can now detect pedestrians as well and initiate autonomous braking.
  • PRE-SAFE® PLUS can identify an imminent rear-end collision and then prompt the PRE-SAFE® system to trigger occupant protection measures that reduce the forces exerted on passengers. If the vehicle is stationary, it can also prevent secondary accidents in the event of a rear-end collision by applying the brakes.
  • Active Lane Keeping Assist can now detect when the adjacent lane is not clear, including the presence of oncoming traffic, overtaking vehicles, crash barriers etc. Under threat of a collision, even if the lane marking is not a solid line, the system can prevent the vehicle from leaving its lane unintentionally by applying the brakes on one side. This system pairs perfectly with Active Blind Spot Assist.
  • Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS allows high beam to remain permanently switched on without dazzling traffic by masking out other vehicles in the beams’ cone of light.
  • Active Parking Assist enables automated parking with active steering and brake control in both parallel and perpendicular spaces.
  • The Surround View Camera will cover all four sides of the vehicle and enable a 360-degree view including virtual bird’s-eye perspective – a top view of the vehicle and its immediate surroundings. Dynamic guide lines help during parking and maneuvering.

Excellent performance with high gas mileage

Both the E-Class sedan and wagon boast a range of powerful and efficient gasoline and diesel engines. All come with the ECO start/stop system as standard equipment and are highly efficient. Mercedes-Benz offers the broadest range of ECO start/stop systems in the United States, as well as the most seamless, smooth, and unobtrusive algorithms.

The gasoline engines offered in the MY14 E-Class are the highly successful V6 and V8 units in the E350 and E550, which will go on sale in Spring 2013. They combine excellent response characteristics and outstanding power delivery with exceptional efficiency.

Powerful diesel engine and hybrid drive for outstanding efficiency

New in the MY14 E-Class sedan is the incredibly efficient four-cylinder diesel engine powering the E250 BlueTEC with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, available Fall 2013. Compliant with emissions legislations in all fifty states, the latest diesel model from Mercedes-Benz shows that premium elegance and outstanding economy are not mutually exclusive. The E250 BlueTEC generates 190 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, replacing the V6-powered E350 BlueTEC engine that only was available with rear-wheel drive.

A further feature of the MY14 E-Class range is the highly economical E400 HYBRID. Supplemented by an electric motor (27hp, 184 lb-ft), the E400 HYBRID offers the powerful and refined performance of the Mercedes-Benz 3.5-liter V6 (302hp, 273 lb-ft) paired with an outstanding gas mileage of 24/30 mpg (est. city/highway)

New-generation transmission for dynamic and economical driving

The engines in the MY14 E-Class are mated to the seven-speed automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever and DIRECT SELECT shift paddles. This latest evolution of the seven-speed transmission offers significant benefits in terms of efficiency and ease of maintenance.

A new feature is the short-term M mode. If the driver shifts up or down manually, the transmission independently switches back to the fuel-efficient automatic shift mode after a pre-determined period of time elapses.

Traction and stability can also be enhanced across the MY14 E-Class lineup with the 4MATIC® permanent all-wheel-drive system – particularly effective in challenging surface conditions.

The E63 AMG sedan and wagon, launching in summer 2013, comes with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT seven-speed MCT and 4MATIC in the United States, delivering incredible performance.

Refined suspension for excellent handling

Mercedes-Benz offers three suspension configurations for the MY14 E-Class:

  • Configured for comfort, the AGILITY CONTROL suspension with strokedependent damping system is the standard suspension setup for the Luxury model
  • In the Sport model, the AGILITY CONTROL suspension with strokedependent damping system is 15 mm lower and has a more sporty setup
  • The E63 AMG 4MATIC comes with the AMG Adaptive Sport Suspension.

All suspension variants feature outstanding sensitivity and ride characteristics and help to ensure an excellent level of road holding.

All models in the MY14 E-Class lineup are fitted with an electromechanical Direct-Steer system as standard. This combines speed-sensitive power steering with a variable ratio across the steering angle range. The rack-and-pinion steering gear is controlled on-demand and therefore contributes towards efficiency.

Advantages of the electromechanical Direct-Steer system include:

  • improved agility thanks to more direct steering response
  • comfortable handling and smooth steering characteristics at all speeds
  • improved efficiency, as energy is consumed only while steering
  • enables innovative assistance systems, e.g. Active Parking Assist

Premium equipment

The MY14 E-Class already comes with a comprehensive range of premium equipment as standard. Optional packages include the Premium 1 package with Rearview camera, COMAND navigation, SiriusXM satellite radio, harman/kardon® Logic 7® surround sound, power rear window sunshade, heated front seats (standard with E550), active ventilated front seats and garage-door opener. Further packages available at launch are the Lighting package, Parking Assist package, Lane Tracking package, Wood Trim package and Wheel package. The Driver Assistance package and KEYLESS-GO package will be available shortly after launch.

The KEYLESS-GO package will feature electronic trunk closer and HANDS-FREE ACCESS, which enables opening and closing of the trunk lid without physical contact by simply holding your foot beneath the bumper. This extremely convenient feature is particularly useful when loading and unloading the vehicle.

When it comes to infotainment, Mercedes-Benz delivers the MY14 E-Class sedan and wagon with the COMAND® system featuring AM/FM/WB radio, in-dash DVD/CD player, in-dash memory card slot, and Bluetooth interface for hands-free calling. Standard equipment also includes a central controller with a 7-inch, highresolution display and a color display in the instrument cluster.

Quick Reference:

Availability: Spring 2013

Performance:

  • E250 BlueTEC Sedan: 2.1-liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel (190 hp, 369 lb-ft)
  • E250 BlueTEC 4MATIC Sedan: 2.1-liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel (190 hp, 369 lb-ft)
  • E350 Sedan: direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb-ft)
  • E350 4MATIC Sedan: direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb-ft)
  • E350 4MATIC Wagon: direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb-ft)
  • E400 HYBRID Sport Sedan: electric motor and direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (27 hp + 302 hp, 184 lb-ft + 273 lb-ft)
  • E550 4MATIC Sport Sedan: turbocharged direct-injection 5.5-liter V8 (402 hp, 443 lb-ft)

New Standard Feature Highlights:

  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • ATTENTION ASSIST 2.0
  • ECO Start/Stop
  • Sport models feature integrated star in grille
  • Dashboard design

New Optional Feature Highlights:

  • 4-cylinder diesel powertrain
  • 4MATIC all-wheel drive on BlueTEC
  • Full-LED lighting
  • Surround View Camera
  • Parking Assist Package
  • New generation Driver Assistance Package, featuring:
    • DISTRONIC PLUS® with Steering Assist
    • Optimized Active Lane Keeping Assist
    • BAS PLUS® with Cross-Traffic Assist
    • PRE-SAFE PLUS® for rear-end collision
    • Autonomous emergency braking (PRE-SAFE® Brake) for pedestrians

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet

Driving pleasure at the highest level: Passionate, sporty, intelligent

DETROIT – Mercedes-Benz has restyled the Coupe and Cabriolet members of the E-Class family for the 2014 model year. The bold new styling is combined with sophisticated new assistance systems which are part of Mercedes-Benz “Intelligent Drive.” These new systems include technology that can help prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians as well as an enhanced version of Active Lane Keeping Assist. Visually, Coupe and Cabriolet have been brought in line with the new Mercedes- Benz design idiom. These models also feature exclusive, luxurious appointments for refined driving, which are hallmarks of the entire EClass family. The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet go on sale in the U.S. in Summer 2013.

The classic Coupe and the four-seat Cabriolet versions of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class are among the most coveted vehicles in the premium medium-size segment. With intelligent and efficient technology as well as luxurious and comfortable appointments, both are uncompromisingly designed for passionate driving enjoyment. They are therefore regarded as emotionally appealing highlights of the successful E-Class family. Both on the outside and inside the design is fresh, sharpened and so ideally reflects the many new technical features.

Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing Mercedes- Benz Cars: “Three words suffice to very briefly characterize the Coupe and the four-seater Cabriolet: stunning, athletic, passionate. Especially gratifying is that both cars also offer the most intelligent engineering that currently can be had. This makes both of them genuine dream cars.”

Design: E-motional appeal in top form

The new look of the E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet is accentuated by the redesigned front end with new headlamps which contain all functional elements within a single lens. The headlamps are fitted with partial LED lights as standard, while full LED technology is available as an option for the first time in this segment. Flowing light elements within the headlamps ensure that the “four-eye” look typical of the E-Class is retained.

The new, more V-shaped front bumpers with large air intakes clearly accentuate the athletic character. The bold front end puts a distinctive, sporty face forward, but at the same time emphasizes the close relationship of the Coupe and Cabriolet with the redesigned E-Class Sedan.

The rear fenders, whose powerfully muscular shape has been retained, lend visual emphasis to the rear-wheel drive of the sporty cars. New tail lights and a wide rear bumper with a chrome trim element additionally underscore the aggressive appearance of these models.

The proportions, with a long hood, extended side line, flat roof and powerful rear end, are those of a classic coupe. Traditional styling features that make the Mercedes-Benz Coupes unmistakable – for instance the layout of the fully retractable side windows, which is unbroken by B-pillars – lend emphasis to the distinctive lines of the two-door car.

Fully retractable side windows are characteristic also of the four-seater Cabriolet and give emphasis to the clear proportions with a gently rising shoulder line from the front to the trunk lid.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe

Elegant interior

Mercedes-Benz also has restyled the interior of the 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet and tastefully matched it to the expressive exterior. Fine materials, two-piece trim stretching across the entire dashboard, and clean surfaces dominate in the interior.

All models in the entire 2014 E-Class family feature an analog clock between the redesigned air vents and console switches are now finished in chrome.

The interior is further characterized by a redesigned center console without a gear selector lever as well as a new three-spoke multifunction steering wheel with DIRECT SELECT shift lever and shift paddles. This makes room for additional storage space and larger cup holders.

A special highlight of the new E-Class Cabriolet is its acoustic soft top with high-grade insulation, giving it the lowest noise level in its class. The unique acoustic cabriolet soft top ensures that little wind noise penetrates the interior even at high speeds.

With the top down, the standard AIRCAP, which reduces interior turbulence and wind noise, ensures exceptional convertible driving comfort, especially in the rear seat. Now at speeds over 25 mph the AIRCAP system deploys automatically, and at speeds less than 10 mph the wind deflector in the windshield frame is automatically retracted again to present the E-Class Cabriolet in its purest and most beautiful form during slow driving and at a stop. The wind deflector between the rear head restraints responds to the number of occupants, which it automatically recognizes by the buckled rear seat belts, and adjusts the position of the extendible wind deflector in the front and rear accordingly.

The available AIRSCARF neck-level heating extends the convertible season by making comfortable top-down driving possible even at low exterior temperatures.

Limitless individual appointments

E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet offer virtually unlimited possibilities for individual configuration. New interior colors and color combinations, such as blue with contrasting beige boldly brings a breath of fresh air to the exclusive ambience of the two E-Class athletes.

“Intelligent Drive” with new assistance systems from the future

As in the Sedan and Wagon, new assistance systems that combine comfort and safety also are being introduced in the 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet. Mercedes-Benz refers to all this as “Intelligent Drive.”

The basis for this is formed by state-of-the-art sensors – for instance a Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera in the vicinity of the rearview mirror that produces a three-dimensional view of the area up to 165 feet in front of the vehicle, and is able to monitor the overall situation ahead up to a range of 1,640 feet. Part of the Driver Assistance Package, intelligent algorithms combine the data of the stereo camera with that of the installed radar sensors. They perform an evaluation of this three-dimensional visual information in order to detect vehicles that are driving ahead, oncoming or crossing, as well as pedestrians and road markings within a large field of vision, and to carry out a spatial classification of moving objects.

The 2014 Coupe and Cabriolet are fitted with standard COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning system with adaptive brake assist systems, which helps to significantly reduce the risk of a collision. Also part of the standard equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST, which is now able to warn of inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider speed range, and also inform the driver about his level of fatigue and the amount of driving time which has elapsed since the last break. It also offers an adjustable sensitivity level.

Optionally available on all 2014 E-Class Models are a number of assistance systems which are either new or now feature enhanced functions. The following is an overview of the innovations:

  • DISTRONIC PLUS® with Steering Assist can help the driver keep the vehicle centered in its lane and can semi-autonomously track lines of traffic.
  • For the first time, the Brake Assist system BAS PLUS® with Intersection Assist is able to detect crossing traffic and pedestrians too, and boost the braking power applied by the driver accordingly.
  • The PRE-SAFE® Brake can detect pedestrians and initiate autonomous braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 30 mph
  • PRE-SAFE® PLUS can recognize an imminent rear-end collision, then prompts the PRE-SAFE® system to trigger occupant protection measures to reduce the forces to which occupants are subjected. It can also firmly apply the stationary vehicle’s brakes in the event of a rear-end collision to prevent secondary accidents.
  • The Active Lane Keeping Assist now can detect when the adjacent lane is not clear, including when it is occupied by oncoming traffic. If a collision threatens, even if the lane marking is not a solid line the system can prevent the vehicle from leaving its lane unintentionally by applying the brakes on one side. It thus optimally supplements the Active Blind Spot Assist.
  • Active Parking Assist enables automated parking with active steering and brake control in both parallel and perpendicular spaces.
  • The 360-degree camera covers all four sides of the vehicle and enables a seamless all-around view including a virtual bird’s-eye perspective – with a top view of the vehicle and its direct surroundings. Dynamic guide lines are a help when entering and leaving parking spaces and maneuvering.

Professor Dr. Thomas Weber, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG, responsible for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars Development: “The new E-Class makes a big step forward in every respect. With an emotionally appealing design it provides for fresh highlights in its segment. And in technical respect it offers unique things. They include new assistance systems from the future S-Class which, for example, relieve driver stress with steering assist, DISTRONIC PLUS® and for the first time also can prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians. In addition, the E-Class achieves best ratings in the area of efficiency, offers an internet-capable cloud-based infotainment system and improves night-time driving safety with state-of-the-art LED headlamps. So the E-Class is a veritable high-tech package – a very attractively packaged one at that.”

Drive system: high-performing and a model of efficiency

All the available engines for the 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet now feature an ECO start/stop system and are highly efficient. The E350 features a directinjection V6 gasoline engine with 302 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. The E550 is powered by a twin-turbo direct-injection V8 producing 402 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque.

The E350 Coupe is also available in the U.S. with 4MATIC all-wheel-drive. The electronically-controlled system displays an impressive level of traction on all manner of terrain, raises active safety and offers an outstanding degree of driveline refinement.

Mercedes-Benz offers a 7-speed automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever and shift paddles. This latest version of this transmission provides significant advantages in terms of efficiency and ease of maintenance. A new feature is the short-term ‘M’ mode. If the driver has shifted up or down manually, after a set period of time the transmission independently switches back to the fuel-efficient automatic shift mode.

The suspension – the basis for superior handling

The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet feature the AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system. Its shock absorbers adapt to the condition of the road surface and ensure sporty handling and long-distance comfort typical of Mercedes-Benz.

Alternatively available are the AGILITY CONTROL sports suspension with selective damping system and more tautly tuned dampers as well as the ADVANCED AGILITY package, which offers electronic damping control along with a program for selecting sportier accelerator characteristics and transmission shift points. With this, at the push of a button the driver can adjust the damping to his requirements depending on whether he wants to drive in a comfortable or sporty style.

Like the Sedan and Wagon, the Coupe and Cabriolet are equipped with an electromechanical Direct-Steer system as standard. It combines the speeddependent power assistance of speed-sensitive steering with a variable ratio across the steering angle range. The electromechanical Direct-Steer system ensures more direct steering response, comfortable handling, and high levels of steering comfort across all speed ranges. It also provides considerable savings potential, since energy is only required during steering action, and makes innovative assistance systems such as Active Parking Assist possible.

High-quality appointments

The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet feature a comprehensive selection of premium equipment as standard. It includes a modern range of infotainment systems that allow the driver to keep up to date on what is happening around the world, or in the office, while on the road.

Standard equipment includes the COMAND system featuring a 7-inch highresolution color display, sound system w/ AM/FM/WB radio, in-dash DVD/CD player, in-dash memory card slot, auxiliary input jack and Bluetooth interface for hands-free calling.

Additionally, Mercedes-Benz offers the mbrace2 system as standard equipment. mbrace2 provides drivers top-of-the-line features related to safety, infotainment, personal assistance and vehicle care. mbrace2 creates a truly networked vehicle offering open Internet access and custom versions of popular apps, including Facebook, Yelp and Google Local Search designed specifically for in-vehicle use – called Mercedes-Benz Apps. It also includes a solution to remotely update software via cloud networks ensuring that mbrace2 users always have the latest app versions in their vehicles and at their fingertips. Sensible user design and limited functionality of these Internetbased apps ensures that they provide maximum utility without unnecessary distraction when the vehicle is in motion; certain features are not available for use when the vehicle is in motion.

Quick Reference:

Availability: Summer 2013

Models/Performance:

  • E350 Coupe and Cabriolet: direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb-ft)
  • E350 4MATIC Coupe: all-wheel-drive, direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb-ft)
  • E550 Coupe and Cabriolet: 4.6-liter direct-injection biturbo V8 (402 hp, 443 lb-ft)

New Standard Feature Highlights:

  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • ECO Start/Stop
  • ATTENTION ASSIST 2.0
  • DIRECT SELECT Shifter

New Optional Feature Highlights:

  • DISTRONIC PLUS® with Steering Assist
  • PRE-SAFE BRAKE with Pedestrian Detection
  • PRE-SAFE PLUS
  • Active Lane Keeping Assist (enhanced)
  • BAS PLUS® with Intersection Assist
  • Active Parking Assist
  • 360-degree camera

New benchmark for performance, dynamic purpose and efficiency

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

The new E63 AMG 4MATIC and S-Model

DETROIT – Mercedes-AMG continues to emphasize performance, dynamic purpose and efficiency: The new 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC now features a redesigned, performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system as standard equipment and is also available as an especially powerful SModel with output of 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. The 5.5-liter AMG V8 Biturbo continues to be the benchmark of efficiency: No other competitor in this segment offers this combination of maximum performance and low fuel consumption. Permanent all-wheel drive is standard on all U.S. models – which also feature a power increase from 518 hp to 550 hp with a peak torque of 531 lb-ft. With this step Mercedes-AMG now for the first time offers powerful passenger cars with an all-wheel-drive system designed for vehicle dynamics. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC goes on-sale in the U.S. this summer.

With the introduction of the new custom-tailored models, Mercedes-AMG offers its customers even more individuality than before. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC is more powerful and sports a more dynamic outfit than all its predecessors: Even at first glance the new AMG design philosophy is immediately apparent. The new “twin blade” radiator grille and a new “A-wing” in the AMG front fascia define the exclusive appearance. As before, the top-of-the-line E-Class AMG model is available as a sedan and wagon. Also adding significantly to the new models’ appeal is the marked improvement in the price-performance ratio: E63 AMG 4MATIC customers now get even more power, better vehicle dynamics and a more extensive list of standard equipment.

The new product logic also benefits the CLS63 AMG: Like the E63 AMG 4MATIC, the CLS63 AMG is available as an S-Model and with the performanceoriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC as standard. The addition of the E63 AMG and the CLS63 AMG means there are now also two all-wheel-drive passenger car models available from Mercedes-AMG besides the successful ML63 AMG, GL63 AMG, and G63 AMG SUV’s. Additional models equippedwith the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC such as Page 23 the CLA45 AMG will follow this year.

Ola Källenius, CEO Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “The philosophy of Mercedes-AMG is driving performance. With the new model variants of the E63 AMG 4MATIC and CLS63 AMG 4MATIC it is also becoming clear that we offer our customers even more individuality than before. In particular the S-Models represent the most attractive offer in the competitive segment and score decisive points with a significant improvement in their price-performance ratio: The most power and the highest torque in the segment, the new performance-oriented AMG all-wheel- drive system, the new design and a significantly more extensive standard-equipment package are among the outstanding strengths of the new high-performance automobiles from Affalterbach. With the innovative all-wheel- drive S-Models we will reach new customers and markets.”

Tobias Moers, head of overall vehicle development and member of the management board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “We have significantly honed the dynamic profile of the 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC and the CLS63 AMG 4MATIC with the exclusive S-Models. Only AMG offers customers power and torque figures of such magnitude. Our AMG 5.5-liter V8 engine is still the world’s most efficient V8 built in series production. With the newly developed performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC we not only deliver the best acceleration figures in the competitive segment, we also offer our customers markedly better vehicle dynamics than ever before.”

The models for the U.S. market at a glance (all figures preliminary):

E63 AMG
4MATIC Sedan
E63 AMG S-Model
4MATIC Sedan/Wagon
Displacement 5,461 cc 5,461 cc
Rated power output 550 hp at 5,500 rpm 577 hp at 5,500 rpm
Peak torque 531 lb-ft at 1,750 – 5,250 rpm 590 lb-ft at 1,750 – 5,000 rpm
Acceleration 0-60 mph 3.6 sec – Sedan 3.5 sec – Sedan 3.6 sec – Wagon
Top speed 155 mph* 186 mph*

* electronically limited;

With an acceleration time of 3.5 seconds for the sprint from rest to 60 mph, the S-Model of the E63 AMG 4MATIC holds an undisputed top position in the competitive environment; the electronically limited top speed is 186 mph. In addition to the power increase, the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC with a power distribution of 33 to 67 percent (front/rear axle) is also a major factor. Perfect traction during acceleration effectively prevents any losses due to wheel slip.

On the new S-Model the AMG 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine produces a peak power output of 577 hp and delivers a peak torque of 590 lb-ft – an increase by 27 hp over the previously available AMG Performance package option. The increase in performance and power is made possible by modifications to the engine management system, an increase in the peak injection pressure and a hike in maximum boost pressure from 13.0 to 14.5 psi. The base model also adds 32 hp and 15 lb-ft and now produces 550 hp of power and a peak torque of 531 lb-ft.

Despite the added power and improved performance all E63 AMG 4MATIC Page 25 models deliver high efficiency, low fuel consumption and low emissions. The AMG 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine is still the most efficient series-production V8 engine in its performance segment – and that with significantly more displacement than the direct competitors.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG S Wagon

AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission for a personal setup

Maximum individuality and custom-tailored dynamics are the strengths of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission. Four drive programs, “C” (Controlled Efficiency), “S” (Sport), “S+” (Sport plus) and “M” (Manual), provide each driver with a personal setup. In “C” mode the ECO start/stop function is active and shuts off the eight-cylinder engine when the car is at a standstill. In addition, the driver experiences smooth transmission characteristics with comfortable and early gearshifts. In “C” mode the car generally starts in second gear.

In the “S”, “S+” and “M” transmission modes the engine and transmission are significantly more agile and the ECO start/stop function is deactivated. Perfectly tailored to a spirited driving style is the partial suppression of the cylinders. A brief and precisely defined retardation of ignition and injection under open throttle results in even faster gearshifts and a more aggressive exhaust note. An automatic rev-matching function for downshifts and the RACE START function are also part of the standard features of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission.

Performance-oriented all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC for maximum dynamics

The performance-oriented all-wheel-drive system sends 33 percent of the engine torque to the front and 67 percent to the rear axle. The rear-biased torque split ensures the high level of vehicle dynamics typical of AMG and maximum driving pleasure. The three-stage ESP® system is specifically calibrated to the permanent all-wheel-drive system. In “Sport Handling” mode the Torque Vectoring Brake applies the brakes to selected wheels in the interest of supreme agility: As a result, unwelcome understeer is prevented.

During cornering a targeted brief brake intervention on the inside rear wheel affects a defined turn-in of the vehicle.

The standard AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC improves road safety and traction on wet or wintery roads. Optimal traction is ensured by a multi-plate clutch with a locking force of 37 lb-ft, which increases road adhesion particularly on ice and snow.

The technical basis is a transfer case for the additional power take-off to the driven front axle. It is integrated into the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission with minimum additional space requirements. The torque is transferred by the power take-off to the front axle via a drive shaft. The power from the front differential is transferred to the left half shaft by an intermediate shaft that runs in a sealed shaft tunnel in the engine oil pan. This compact and weight-optimized design results in a comparatively low added weight of just 154 lbs for the all-wheel-drive components.

E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC with limited-slip rear differential

Mercedes-AMG goes even one step further on the E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC. In keeping with its philosophy of “Driving Performance” the most powerful E-Class is equipped with a limited-slip rear differential. This high-tech package increases traction even further. The effect: Even better vehicle dynamics and more driving pleasure, in particular on the racetrack.

All 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC models are equipped with the AMG Adaptive sports suspension with electronically controlled damping system. The front axle features a steel suspension, the rear axle an all-air suspension system. A push of the button with the shock absorber symbol in the AMG DRIVE UNIT is all it takes to switch the electronics from “Comfort” to “Sport” or “Sport plus.” In conjunction with newly developed aluminum axle components this results in significantly more grip and agility while maintaining the vehicle’s neutral handling during fast cornering. The S-Model’s elastokinematics were perfectly tuned for performance and offer the driver optimal neutral handling at the limit as well as better feedback and grip. The E63 AMG 4MATIC’s track on the front axle is 1.9 inches wider than the standard E-Class sedan and offers significantly better stability at high cornering speeds and better road feel. A more negative camber on both axles additionally improves lateral dynamics.

The perfect complement is the electromechanical AMG sports speed-sensitive steering. In conjunction with the variable power assist dependent on the selected suspension mode, the direct steering ratio of 14 : 1 provides particularly agile cornering capabilities. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC features high-sheen 10-spoke AMG alloys painted titanium gray as standard. The front axle features tires in size 255/35 R 19 (front) and 285/30 R 19 (rear) on AMG alloys in size 9.0 x 19 and 9.5 x 19. Only the powerful S-Model comes with 10- spoke alloys painted in matte titanium gray with high-sheen rim flanges.

AMG carbon ceramic high-performance braking system available as an option

As of course with all AMG cars, the 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC also comes with an ultra-powerful AMG high-performance brake system. Vented and cross-drilled brake discs with a generous 14.2 in diameter are fitted front and rear. Because of the special stresses they face, the front discs feature compound (two-piece) technology that has been tried and tested in motor racing. Brake calipers painted silver with white AMG lettering and six pistons (front) and four pistons (rear) provide responsive, fade-resistant deceleration and shortest stopping distances. The S-Model can be additionally identified by red brake calipers.

AMG carbon ceramic high-performance brakes are available as an option exclusively on the S-Model – recognizable thanks to even bigger brake discs with a diameter of 15.8 in and the “AMG Carbon Ceramic” logo on the specially painted brake calipers. Their advantages: The discs are 40 percent lighter, reducing the unsprung masses and improving vehicle dynamics, agility and ride comfort. The ceramic discs are also much harder, resulting in an extended service life and in increased resistance to extreme loads and heat.

Unmistakable design with even more dynamic purpose and exclusivity

Dynamic purpose and performance are not only the focus of the fascinating technology of the new E63 AMG 4MATIC; the design also consistently transports these defining characteristics. Visually the AMG high-performance automobile sets new trends as the first AMG model to show off the new AMG design philosophy. Dominating elements are the silver-chrome AMG “twin blade” radiator grille and the so-called “A-wing.” The new three-dimensional air control element extends across the entire width of the AMG front fascia and sports the stylized “A” distinctive of AMG vehicles. The “A-wing” painted in body color with silver-chrome trim strip frames the three generously dimensioned cooling-air inlets. Black flics on the side air inlets ensure optimal airflow to the cooling modules; on the bottom a front splitter painted in body color contributes to increasing downforce. Convex and concave surfaces join the new, sculptured front end of the E63 AMG 4MATIC to the distinctive widened fenders, on which the “V8 BITURBO” lettering provides an indication of the superior engine power.

The side air outlets, the black mesh and the two chrome-plated dual tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system emphasize the width of the vehicle in the rear. The black diffuser insert with pronounced fins lends the rear of the E63 AMG 4MATIC a strong touch of racetrack ambiance.

S-Model with even more striking design features

The 2014 E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC differs from the base model in numerous restyled and even more striking design features. The “A-wing” in the front has a black high-gloss finish; the front splitter and the striking three-dimensional inserts of the side skirts sport a silver-chrome design. The silver-chrome trim strip and the two unmistakable dual tailpipes of the AMG sport exhaust system provide a powerful effect in the rear. The AMG separation edge painted in body color (sedan only) reduces lift at high speeds.

The 10-spoke AMG alloys, painted matte titanium gray and featuring highsheen rim flanges, and the large tires in sizes 255/35 R 19 in front and 285/30 R 19 in the rear fill out the wheel wells perfectly. Red brake calipers and an AMG logo with contrasting black “S” on the trunk lid are further features of the S-Models.

Interior with dynamic-exclusive interior

The interior of the E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC comes with – depending on customer preferences – gray contrasting seams on the AMG sports seats, the door center panels, the armrests of the doors and the center console. The interior also features silver-colored seat belts in conjunction with a black interior. The grip areas of the black Nappa leather steering wheel rim with flattened top and bottom is finished in Alcantara® with gray contrasting seams. The front head restraints of the AMG sports seats are embossed with AMG crests. The redesigned AMG instrument cluster carries an “S AMG” logo on the 200 mph speedometer with red needles. The standard equipment also includes AMG door sill panels backlit in white, power rear roller blinds (sedan only) in addition to many other details.

Distinctive to all E63 AMG 4MATIC models are highest quality materials, excellent workmanship and the exclusive ambiance. The new AMG-specific analog clock in IWC design between the two central ventilation outlets serves as an appealing focal point.

Highlights of standard equipment on all E63 AMG 4MATIC models also include:

  • AMG door sill panels
  • AMG sports pedals made from brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
  • ATTENTION ASSIST
  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • Metallic paintwork
  • All-LED headlights

The following styling and trim options are available:

  • AMG Carbon-Fiber Exterior Styling package
  • AMG Night package (A-wing with trim strip, front splitter, inserts of the door sill panels, exterior mirror housings and rear fascia trim strips in high-gloss black, dual exhaust embellishers black chrome-plated)
  • AMG carbon-fiber engine cover
  • AMG high-sheen forged wheels with 5-twin-spoke wheel bolt cover, Page 30 painted titanium gray
  • AMG trim elements carbon-fiber/piano lacquer finish
  • designo styling elements

Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround-sound system

A particular highlight in the selection of optional equipment for the E-Class Sedan and Wagon is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surroundsound system. Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG have created this high-end sound system together with renowned Danish audio specialist Bang & Olufsen. The sound system is of course capable of Dolby Digital 5.1 playback and provides an exclusive music experience with unparalleled sound. The basis for this is not only the 1,200 watt amplifier and the 14 high-end speakers with neodymium drivers, but also the distribution of the music signals that is precisely controlled by the sound processor. This integrated digital sound processor (DSP) provides drivers with the option of selecting a special B&O sound menu on the COMAND system. In True Image™ mode individual sound settings for the front, center and rear can be selected. The effect: A realistic sound experience at the selected listening position. The “Sound Mode” menu also has various preset sound modes that allow choosing between a high-end “Reference” studio sound and a spacious surround sound. While “Reference” puts the focus on the sound presentation of the artist, the special surround sound mode delivers a spacious surround-sound experience. In particular live recordings or concertos result in a unique panoramic sound in the vehicle without altering the naturalness of the recording.

50-watt illuminated tweeters with acoustic lens technology arranged in the mirror triangle add special highlights. High-end Bang & Olufsen aluminum speaker covers in silver chrome with Bang & Olufsen logo additionally signal the exceptional position of the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround-sound system.

The U.S. market launch of the new all-wheel-drive E63 AMG 4MATIC and the E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC will begin in the Summer of 2013.

Quick Reference:

Availability: Summer 2013

Models/Performance:

  • E63 AMG 4MATIC Sedan: AMG biturbo 5.5-liter V8 (550 hp, 531 lb-ft)
  • E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC Sedan: AMG biturbo 5.5-liter V8 (577 hp, 590 lb-ft)
  • E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC Wagon: AMG biturbo 5.5-liter V8 (577 hp, 590 lb-ft)

New Standard Feature Highlights:

  • Performance-oriented 4MATIC all-wheel-drive (33/67 power distribution)
  • Power Increase (+32 hp, +15 lb-ft)
  • Redesigned exterior with integrated star and AMG twin-blade radiator grille
  • All-LED Headlights
  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • ATTENTION ASSIST 2.0

New Optional Feature Highlights:

  • S-Model Configuration
    • Power Increase (+27 hp, +59 lb-ft)
    • Limited slip rear differential
    • 10-Spoke AMG Matte Titanium Grey alloy wheels with high-sheen rim flanges
    • High-gloss black “A-wing”
    • Red Brake Calipers
    • Contrast stitching on seats, door trim, armrests and center console
    • Silver seat belts (black interior only)
    • Alcantara steering wheel grips
    • ‘S’ badging on trunk and speedometer
  • AMG Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
  • Carbon Fiber Exterior Styling Package
  • Forged twin 5-spoke 19″ wheel
  • Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG High-End Surround-Sound System

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG 4MATIC and S-Model Officially Revealed

Sprint time for the the S-Model of the E63 AMG 4MATIC is 3.5 seconds with top limited top speed of 186 mph

Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled their new 2014 E63 AMG Sedan Estate days ahead of their public world debut at the Detroit Auto Show next week.  The new E63 AMG comes with a far more aggressive front fascia with a bespoke grille and bumper, new headlamps, large air ducts and central splitter for increased air flow.  The rear of the E63 AMG has also been given a new style with quad tailpipes and an updated diffuser.

The new 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC now features a redesigned, performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system as standard equipment and is also available as an especially powerful S-Model with output of 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. The 5.5-liter AMG V8 Biturbo continues to be the benchmark of efficiency: No other competitor in this segment offers this combination of maximum performance and low fuel consumption. Permanent all-wheel drive is standard on all U.S. models – which also feature a power increase from 518 hp to 550 hp with a peak torque of 531 lb-ft. With this step Mercedes-AMG now for the first time offers powerful passenger cars with an all-wheel-drive system designed for vehicle dynamics. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC goes on-sale in the U.S. this summer.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Sedan

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Sedan

With the introduction of the new custom-tailored models, Mercedes-AMG offers its customers even more individuality than before. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC is more powerful and sports a more dynamic outfit than all its predecessors: Even at first glance the new AMG design philosophy is immediately apparent. The new “twin blade” radiator grille and a new “A-wing” in the AMG front fascia define the exclusive appearance. As before, the top-of-the-line E-Class AMG model is available as a sedan and wagon. Also adding significantly to the new models’ appeal is the marked improvement in the price-performance ratio: E63 AMG 4MATIC customers now get even more power, better vehicle dynamics and a more extensive list of standard equipment.

The new product logic also benefits the CLS63 AMG: Like the E63 AMG 4MATIC, the CLS63 AMG is available as an S-Model and with the performanceoriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC as standard. The addition of the E63 AMG and the CLS63 AMG means there are now also two all-wheel-drive passenger car models available from Mercedes-AMG besides the successful ML63 AMG, GL63 AMG, and G63 AMG SUV’s. Additional models equipped with the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC such as the CLA45 AMG will follow this year.

Ola Källenius, CEO Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “The philosophy of Mercedes-AMG is driving performance. With the new model variants of the E63 AMG 4MATIC and CLS63 AMG 4MATIC it is also becoming clear that we offer our customers even more individuality than before. In particular the S-Models represent the most attractive offer in the competitive segment and score decisive points with a significant improvement in their price-performance ratio: The most power and the highest torque in the segment, the new performance-oriented AMG allwheel- drive system, the new design and a significantly more extensive standard-equipment package are among the outstanding strengths of the new high-performance automobiles from Affalterbach. With the innovative allwheel- drive S-Models we will reach new customers and markets.”

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Estate

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Estate

Tobias Moers, head of overall vehicle development and member of the management board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “We have significantly honed the dynamic profile of the 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC and the CLS63 AMG 4MATIC with the exclusive S-Models. Only AMG offers customers power and torque figures of such magnitude. Our AMG 5.5-liter V8 engine is still the world’s most efficient V8 built in series production. With the newly developed performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC we not only deliver the best acceleration figures in the competitive segment, we also offer our customers markedly better vehicle dynamics than ever before.”

The models for the U.S. market at a glance (all figures preliminary):

E63 AMG 4MATIC

Sedan

E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC

Sedan/Wagon

Displacement 5,461 cc 5,461 cc
Rated power output 550 hp at 5,500 rpm 577 hp at 5,500 rpm
Peak torque 531 lb-ft
at 1,750 – 5,250 rpm
590 lb-ft
at 1,750 – 5,000 rpm
Acceleration
0-60 mph
3.6 sec – Sedan 3.5 sec – Sedan
3.6 sec – Wagon
Top speed 155 mph* 186 mph*

* electronically limited;

With an acceleration time of 3.5 seconds for the sprint from rest to 60 mph, the S-Model of the E63 AMG 4MATIC holds an undisputed top position in the competitive environment; the electronically limited top speed is 186 mph. In addition to the power increase, the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC with a power distribution of 33 to 67 percent (front/rear axle) is also a major factor. Perfect traction during acceleration effectively prevents any losses due to wheel slip.

On the new S-Model the AMG 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine produces a peak power output of 577 hp and delivers a peak torque of 590 lb-ft – an increase by 27 hp over the previously available AMG Performance package option. The increase in performance and power is made possible by modifications to the engine management system, an increase in the peak injection pressure and a hike in maximum boost pressure from 13.0 to 14.5 psi. The base model also adds 32 hp and 15 lb-ft and now produces 550 hp of power and a peak torque of 531 lb-ft.

Despite the added power and improved performance all E63 AMG 4MATIC models deliver high efficiency, low fuel consumption and low emissions. The AMG 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine is still the most efficient series-production V8 engine in its performance segment – and that with significantly more displacement than the direct competitors.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Sedan

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Sedan

AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission for a personal setup

Maximum individuality and custom-tailored dynamics are the strengths of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission. Four drive programs, “C” (Controlled Efficiency), “S” (Sport), “S+” (Sport plus) and “M” (Manual), provide each driver with a personal setup. In “C” mode the ECO start/stop function is active and shuts off the eight-cylinder engine when the car is at a standstill. In addition, the driver experiences smooth transmission characteristics with comfortable and early gearshifts. In “C” mode the car generally starts in second gear.

In the “S”, “S+” and “M” transmission modes the engine and transmission are significantly more agile and the ECO start/stop function is deactivated. Perfectly tailored to a spirited driving style is the partial suppression of the cylinders. A brief and precisely defined retardation of ignition and injection under open throttle results in even faster gearshifts and a more aggressive exhaust note. An automatic rev-matching function for downshifts and the RACE START function are also part of the standard features of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission.

Performance-oriented all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC for maximum dynamics

The performance-oriented all-wheel-drive system sends 33 percent of the engine torque to the front and 67 percent to the rear axle. The rear-biased torque split ensures the high level of vehicle dynamics typical of AMG and maximum driving pleasure. The three-stage ESP® system is specifically calibrated to the permanent all-wheel-drive system. In “Sport Handling” mode the Torque Vectoring Brake applies the brakes to selected wheels in the interest of supreme agility: As a result, unwelcome understeer is prevented.

During cornering a targeted brief brake intervention on the inside rear wheel affects a defined turn-in of the vehicle.

The standard AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC improves road safety and traction on wet or wintery roads. Optimal traction is ensured by a multi-plate clutch with a locking force of 37 lb-ft, which increases road adhesion particularly on ice and snow.

The technical basis is a transfer case for the additional power take-off to the driven front axle. It is integrated into the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission with minimum additional space requirements. The torque is transferred by the power take-off to the front axle via a drive shaft. The power from the front differential is transferred to the left half shaft by an intermediate shaft that runs in a sealed shaft tunnel in the engine oil pan. This compact and weight-optimized design results in a comparatively low added weight of just 154 lbs for the all-wheel-drive components.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Estate interior

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG

E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC with limited-slip rear differential

Mercedes-AMG goes even one step further on the E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC. In keeping with its philosophy of “Driving Performance” the most powerful E-Class is equipped with a limited-slip rear differential. This high-tech package increases traction even further. The effect: Even better vehicle dynamics and more driving pleasure, in particular on the racetrack.

All 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC models are equipped with the AMG Adaptive sports suspension with electronically controlled damping system. The front axle features a steel suspension, the rear axle an all-air suspension system. A push of the button with the shock absorber symbol in the AMG DRIVE UNIT is all it takes to switch the electronics from “Comfort” to “Sport” or “Sport plus.” In conjunction with newly developed aluminum axle components this results in significantly more grip and agility while maintaining the vehicle’s neutral handling during fast cornering. The S-Model’s elastokinematics were perfectly tuned for performance and offer the driver optimal neutral handling at the limit as well as better feedback and grip. The E63 AMG 4MATIC’s track on the front axle is 1.9 inches wider than the standard E-Class sedan and offers significantly better stability at high cornering speeds and better road feel. A more negative camber on both axles additionally improves lateral dynamics.

The perfect complement is the electromechanical AMG sports speed-sensitive steering. In conjunction with the variable power assist dependent on the selected suspension mode, the direct steering ratio of 14 : 1 provides particularly agile cornering capabilities. The 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC features high-sheen 10-spoke AMG alloys painted titanium gray as standard. The front axle features tires in size 255/35 R 19 (front) and 285/30 R 19 (rear) on AMG alloys in size 9.0 x 19 and 9.5 x 19. Only the powerful S-Model comes with 10- spoke alloys painted in matte titanium gray with high-sheen rim flanges.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Estate

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Estate

AMG carbon ceramic high-performance braking system available as an option

As of course with all AMG cars, the 2014 E63 AMG 4MATIC also comes with an ultra-powerful AMG high-performance brake system. Vented and cross-drilled brake discs with a generous 14.2 in. diameter are fitted front and rear. Because of the special stresses they face, the front discs feature compound (two-piece) technology that has been tried and tested in motor racing. Brake calipers painted silver with white AMG lettering and six pistons (front) and four pistons (rear) provide responsive, fade-resistant deceleration and shortest stopping distances. The S-Model can be additionally identified by red brake calipers.

AMG carbon ceramic high-performance brakes are available as an option exclusively on the S-Model – recognizable thanks to even bigger brake discs with a diameter of 15.8 in. and the “AMG Carbon Ceramic” logo on the specially painted brake calipers. Their advantages: The discs are 40 percent lighter, reducing the unsprung masses and improving vehicle dynamics, agility and ride comfort. The ceramic discs are also much harder, resulting in an extended service life and in increased resistance to extreme loads and heat.

Unmistakable design with even more dynamic purpose and exclusivity

Dynamic purpose and performance are not only the focus of the fascinating technology of the new E63 AMG 4MATIC; the design also consistently transports these defining characteristics. Visually the AMG high-performance automobile sets new trends as the first AMG model to show off the new AMG design philosophy. Dominating elements are the silver-chrome AMG “twin blade” radiator grille and the so-called “A-wing.” The new three-dimensional air control element extends across the entire width of the AMG front fascia and sports the stylized “A” distinctive of AMG vehicles. The “A-wing” painted in body color with silver-chrome trim strip frames the three generously dimensioned cooling-air inlets. Black flics on the side air inlets ensure optimal airflow to the cooling modules; on the bottom a front splitter painted in body color contributes to increasing downforce. Convex and concave surfaces join the new, sculptured front end of the E63 AMG 4MATIC to the distinctive widened fenders, on which the “V8 BITURBO” lettering provides an indication of the superior engine power.

The side air outlets, the black mesh and the two chrome-plated dual tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system emphasize the width of the vehicle in the rear. The black diffuser insert with pronounced fins lends the rear of the E63 AMG 4MATIC a strong touch of racetrack ambiance.

S-Model with even more striking design features

The 2014 E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC differs from the base model in numerous restyled and even more striking design features. The “A-wing” in the front has a black high-gloss finish; the front splitter and the striking three-dimensional inserts of the side skirts sport a silver-chrome design. The silver-chrome trim strip and the two unmistakable dual tailpipes of the AMG sport exhaust system provide a powerful effect in the rear. The AMG separation edge painted in body color (sedan only) reduces lift at high speeds.

The 10-spoke AMG alloys, painted matte titanium gray and featuring highsheen rim flanges, and the large tires in sizes 255/35 R 19 in front and 285/30 R 19 in the rear fill out the wheel wells perfectly. Red brake calipers and an AMG logo with contrasting black “S” on the trunk lid are further features of the S-Models.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Sedan interior

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG

Interior with dynamic-exclusive interior

The interior of the E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC comes with – depending on customer preferences – gray contrasting seams on the AMG sports seats, the door center panels, the armrests of the doors and the center console. The interior also features silver-colored seat belts in conjunction with a black interior. The grip areas of the black Nappa leather steering wheel rim with flattened top and bottom is finished in Alcantara® with gray contrasting seams. The front head restraints of the AMG sports seats are embossed with AMG crests. The redesigned AMG instrument cluster carries an “S AMG” logo on the 200 mph speedometer with red needles. The standard equipment also includes AMG door sill panels backlit in white, power rear roller blinds (sedan only) in addition to many other details.

Distinctive to all E63 AMG 4MATIC models are highest quality materials, excellent workmanship and the exclusive ambiance. The new AMG-specific analog clock in IWC design between the two central ventilation outlets serves as an appealing focal point.

Highlights of standard equipment on all E63 AMG 4MATIC models also include:

  • AMG door sill panels
  • AMG sports pedals made from brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
  • ATTENTION ASSIS
  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • Metallic paintwork
  • All-LED headlights

The following styling and trim options are available:

  • AMG Carbon-Fiber Exterior Styling package
  • AMG Night package (A-wing with trim strip, front splitter, inserts of the door sill panels, exterior mirror housings and rear fascia trim strips in high-gloss black, dual exhaust embellishers black chrome-plated
  • AMG carbon-fiber engine cover
  • AMG high-sheen forged wheels with 5-twin-spoke wheel bolt cover, Page 9 painted titanium gra
  • AMG trim elements carbon-fiber/piano lacquer finish
  • designo styling elements

Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround-sound system

A particular highlight in the selection of optional equipment for the E-Class Sedan and Wagon is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surroundsound system. Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG have created this high-end sound system together with renowned Danish audio specialist Bang & Olufsen. The sound system is of course capable of Dolby Digital 5.1 playback and provides an exclusive music experience with unparalleled sound. The basis for this is not only the 1,200 watt amplifier and the 14 high-end speakers with neodymium drivers, but also the distribution of the music signals that is precisely controlled by the sound processor. This integrated digital sound processor (DSP) provides drivers with the option of selecting a special B&O sound menu on the COMAND system. In True Image™ mode individual sound settings for the front, center and rear can be selected. The effect: A realistic sound experience at the selected listening position. The “Sound Mode” menu also has various preset sound modes that allow choosing between a high-end “Reference” studio sound and a spacious surround sound. While “Reference” puts the focus on the sound presentation of the artist, the special surroundsound mode delivers a spacious surround-sound experience. In particular live recordings or concertos result in a unique panoramic sound in the vehicle without altering the naturalness of the recording.

50-watt illuminated tweeters with acoustic lens technology arranged in the mirror triangle add special highlights. High-end Bang & Olufsen aluminum speaker covers in silver chrome with Bang & Olufsen logo additionally signal the exceptional position of the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround-sound system.

The U.S. market launch of the new all-wheel-drive E63 AMG 4MATIC and the E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC will begin in the Summer of 2013.

Quick Reference:

Availability: Summer 2013

Models/Performance:

  • E63 AMG 4MATIC Sedan: AMG biturbo 5.5-liter V8 (550 hp, 531 lb-ft)
  • E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC Sedan: AMG biturbo 5.5-liter V8 (577 hp, 590 lb-ft
  • E63 AMG S-Model 4MATIC Wagon: AMG biturbo 5.5-liter V8 (577 hp, 590 lb-ft)

New Standard Feature Highlights:

  • Performance-oriented 4MATIC all-wheel-drive (33/67 power distribution)
  • Power Increase (+32 hp, +15 lb-ft)
  • Redesigned exterior with integrated star and AMG twin-blade radiator grille
  • All-LED Headlights
  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
  • ATTENTION ASSIST 2.0

New Optional Feature Highlights:

  • S-Model Configuration
    • Power Increase (+27 hp, +59 lb-ft)
    • Limited slip rear differential
    • 10-Spoke AMG Matte Titanium Grey alloy wheels with high-sheen rim flanges
    • High-gloss black “A-wing”
    • Red Brake Calipers
    • Contrast stitching on seats, door trim, armrests and center console
    • Silver seat belts (black interior only)
    • Alcantara steering wheel grips
    • ‘S’ badging on trunk and speedometer
  • AMG Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
  • Carbon Fiber Exterior Styling Package
  • Forged twin 5-spoke 19″ wheel
  • Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG High-End Surround-Sound System

The New E63 AMG Revealed Ahead of Detroit

The new E-Class family demonstrates clear advances in terms of efficiency, ecology and dynamic driving

The 2014 Mercedes E63 AMG has been shown numerous times covered in camouflage, but now, we have the very first uncovered photo of it ahead of its Detroit reveal. Click here to go directly to the gallery where you can click below the picture to enlarge the photo full screen to check out all the details.

The E‑Class will be celebrating its world debut on January 14th at the International Auto Show in Detroit next week. The Saloon, Estate, Cabriolet and Coupé models have all been completely revised and boast a range of exceptionally efficient engines, new assistance systems and a new design idiom. Of interest not only to the US market will be the E 63 AMG models, now available for the first time in a 4MATIC version as well. The new E-Class is the forerunner in the most comprehensive model initiative to date in the executive and luxury segment: joining the E-Class, with a world premiere towards the middle of the year, will be the new S-Class. The initiative is being flanked by the launch of the new four-door coupé, the CLA, which aims to broaden the appeal of the brand to attract younger customers. This car, too, will be celebrating its debut in Detroit and will shortly also be joining the product line-up in the US.

The new E-Class family sees numerous technical innovations for the first time, while it also demonstrates clear advances in terms of efficiency, ecology and dynamic driving. Taking the lead here, amongst other features, are a series of new and powerful BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines with direct injection technology, a new high-performance, high-torque and yet fuel-efficient six-cylinder unit, as well as even more efficient diesel engines.

All models in the E-Class family are equipped with either new or optimised assistance systems that will be found in the forthcoming S‑Class. They blend comfort and safety in a way that Mercedes-Benz calls “Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive” and include systems that, for the first time, make it possible to prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians; Active Lane Keeping Assist, which can also help prevent accidents with oncoming traffic; and anti-dazzle continuous main-beam headlamps (Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus). All of which help to underline the pioneering role of Mercedes-Benz when it comes to safety.

The trendsetting engineering of the E-Class is also reflected in its design. This has been reworked in intelligent style by Mercedes-Benz and is thus now firmly embedded in the company’s current design idiom.

Although the equipment and appointments packages have been significantly enhanced, the prices for the E-Class models remain at nearly the same level as for their predecessors. Some individual models are even available at a lower price than their predecessors.

More than 13 million vehicles sold in the E-Class segment

Dr Joachim Schmidt, Member of the Board of Management Mercedes-Benz Cars responsible for Sales and Marketing: “With more than 13 million vehicles sold, the E-Class segment represents one of the key building blocks of our Mercedes-Benz 2020 growth strategy. The launches of the new E-Class family and the S-Class during 2013 mark the beginning of our most comprehensive model initiative ever in this segment and once again set clear benchmarks in terms of safety, design, quality and efficiency. The letter “E” thus continues to represent the position of leadership in this demanding segment.”

Worldwide sales of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon have reached some 11,250,000 units to date. Adding to this sales success are around 1,180,000 Estates, approximately 370,000 Coupés, 240,000 CLS and some 100,000 Cabriolets from the E-Class family. The Saloon model of the current E‑Class has been the vehicle of choice for some 600,000 buyers since its market launch in 2009, while the Estate model has found a home with around 100,000 customers over the same period.

The most successful Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon so far was the model series W 123, of which 2.4 million units were sold over the nine-year period that this model was built, from 1976 until 1985.

Over the years, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been the recipient of numerous awards for design, engineering, quality and innovations. The first half of 2012 saw the current model series add further significant awards to the list:

In May, 5000 fleet managers voted for their favourites among the manufacturers and service providers represented on their fleets for the German magazine “Flottenmanagement” (Fleet Management). In the upper medium-size category the Mercedes-Benz E-Class took Silver, along with the “Flottina” Award.

In June, the E-Class was revealed as the leading model in the executive luxury segment in terms of customer satisfaction according to the findings of the J.D. Power Study 2012, in a repeat of the previous year’s result.

Also in June, the specialist magazine FIRMENAUTO (Company Car), together with the independent expert organisation DEKRA, made the E-Class Estate E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, as the overall winner in the upper medium-size category, their “Company car of the year”.

The new E-Class, which will be celebrating its world premiere at the Auto Show in Detroit on 14 January, continues on this successful course. The Mercedes-Benz press conference will be transmitted live from the NAIAS 2013 on Monday 14 January on www.daimler.gomexlive.com. The live stream may be used copyright-free and included as part of editorial website content via embed code.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG First Drive Video

The face-lifted E-class arrives with the 2014 model year and the E63 is not far behind

Competition continues to heat up in the battle of sport sedans, and while the BMW M5 has reigned for years, the Audi S6 was titled champ in one test. And now, to increase its standings, the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG is doing what was once thought unthinkable. It will feature an all-wheel drive setup for the 2014 model year. Though rear-wheel drive was thought as the optimal way that power should be delivered in a sports car, that dynamic has been changed upside down in recent years. With torque vectoring and other high-tech systems, it’s pretty clear that to remain competitive at the highest level, AWD will be the next step for manufacturers. So, while details about the AWD AMG have remained tucked away, now we’re hearing some of the NEW details for the FIRST time.

Check out the clip below to hear all about Mercedes’ upcoming 2014 E63 AMG.

From Car and Driver

In late November, barely 12 months after the introduction of the most recent Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, we were offered the opportunity to ride along with AMG’s top managers during a sign-off drive of the upcoming 2014 E63. What’s more, this will mark the third major revision of the E63 since the current-generation E-class, the W212, was introduced to the press in the summer of 2009 as a 2010 model. Among the luxury-car competition, Mercedes seems to put a higher priority on the prompt introduction of its high-performance variants than do the others.

The motivation for this latest change is the midcycle enhancement to the E-class line as a whole. Most of the German carmakers operate on a six-year interval between major redesigns, with a face lift halfway through the cycle. The face-lifted E-class arrives with the 2014 model year and the E63 is not far behind.

U.S. cars go AWD

Of course, we wouldn’t bother with a new E63 if it received nothing more than differently creased sheetmetal. But this 2014 model will come with something that we’ve never before experienced on an AMG passenger car—all-wheel drive. Not only will the E63 have the Mercedes 4MATIC system, but that’s the only way it will come to America, although the rest of the world will still be able to order a rear-drive version.

While we usually regard the move from front-wheel drive to AWD as a performance enhancement, the benefits of adding powered front wheels to a rear-drive car are less obvious. In fact, our first suspicious thought was that rather than improve performance, AWD was being added to broaden the appeal of AMG cars in northern climates, where most Mercedes are sold with 4MATIC. Since many AMG buyers—unlike BMW M buyers—seem to regard the AMG models as the top-of-the line rather than as pure performance versions, this would broaden the market for the AMG cars.

Torque-split personality

Ola Källenius, AMG’s CEO, explains that its products should have a split personality: “AMG cars are all designed so that that they can be driven everyday. But they are also expected to perform well at the track. We think 4MATIC will enhance this dual capability.”

Källenius goes on to explain: “It has taken us about two and a half years of engineering to take the basics of the 4MATIC and redevelop it for AMG purposes. For AMG, the 4MATIC torque split is revised, biased 67 percent to the rear axle, 33 percent to the front, and it is actually quicker on the track than our previous rear-drive configuration.”

The additional 4MATIC hardware adds weight—about 130 pounds. Based on the last E63 we tested, which weighed 4233 pounds, the additional weight moves the E63 from among the lightest to the heaviest cars in the segment, although by only about 100 pounds.

More power, Scotty

Making up for the additional weight is an uprated engine. It’s still a twin-turbocharged 5461-cc V-8, but a judicious increase in boost increases power from 518 to 550 hp, while peak torque rises from 516 to 531 lb-ft. Coupled with the improved traction, expect a 0-to-60 time of less than 3.5 seconds and a quarter-mile time in the high 11s at no less than 125 mph.

The usual Performance package with even more power and torque will be announced later, but expect to see at least an additional 26 ponies and another 26 lb-ft of torque, along with a relaxed governor that allows top speed to rise from 155 to 186 mph. There was a hint that this package might include other upgrades as well, along with some clear visual identification.