Mercedes AMG GT Spied Cold Weather Testing

Mercedes AMG GT (C190) Spied testing out in the cold wearing light camo

In an effort to prepare for the impending ice age we seem to be headed into, Mercedes is testing the AMG GT (C190) out in the cold. Keep in mind however, that just because it can handle cold weather and snow, you’re better off swapping it out on snowy days for a G-Wagon – you never now when you’ll find yourself doing battle with a passing snow plow.

Based on the latest photos and thanks to the less bulky camo, you can see that the AMG GT has been influence more by the SLS than previously thought.  It features a large front grille and LED headlights at the front of a very long hood and dual exhaust setup.

The standard Mercedes AMG GT will pull its power from a twin-turbo V8 4.0 liter engine that is capable of outputting 485 HP while the upgraded S or Black Series will up horsepower to 550 HP.

Expect to see the C190 on public display at the Paris Motor Show before heading into dealers in 2015 at a starting price around 110,000EUR.

Check out the photo gallery below for a look at the all-new AMG GT and stay tuned as we will continue to bring you news as it becomes available.

Mercedes AMG GT Winter Testing

Mercedes AMG GT Winter Testing

HT: Jeremy Via WCF

Redesigned Mercedes CLS AMG Spied on Video

Is this a video of the future Mercedes CLS 63 AMG? You decide.

Youtube user, DrGumoLunatic, posted a spy video of what looks to be an updated Mercedes CLS63 AMG sporting minimal camo in Böblingen near Stuttgart, Germany.  What do you think, could this far departure from the previous CLS be the future four-door coupe.

2015 smart forfour First Spy Photos

2015 smart forfour spied testing in germany on Renault Twingo platform and optional panoramic roof

The very first spy photos of the smart forfour have made their way to the web and thanks to our good friends across the pond, we have them for you.

Spied testing in Germany, the heavily camouflaged prototypes sit on the same platform as the new Renault Twingo and may debut alongside the new smart fortwo that was spied in the fall of ’13.

2015 smart forfour front

2015 smart forfour

In addition to riding on the same platform, the overall shape of the upcoming smart forfour is reminiscent of the Twingo but with a uniquely smart front and rear end.

Like the smart fortwo, the forfour’s rear wheels will receive power from the rear placed engine for better stability and will also come with the option of a panorama roof.

For additional photos, check out GMotors

HT: Andrus

Spy Photos Show Interior of New Mercedes AMG GT

Mercedes AMG GT Spy Photos emerge showing uncovered interior and partial exterior

Whether you want to call it the Mercedes AMG GT, the SLC, Baby SLS, etc. one thing is certain, the new Mercedes AMG is going to be an amazing and powerful car.  Confirmed for launch this year, the new model will feature everything you’d expect in an AMG and more.

From the latest interior spy photos captured by Auto Zeitung, you can easily see the shift paddles behind the steering wheel as well as the speedometer that tops out at 220 mph.  There are also a plethora of buttons to choose your desired driving mode as well as an electronic parking brake button, climate controls and start/stop engine buttons.

Also seen in the photos are four centralized air vents and a free-standing touchscreen display (not to be used when testing out the car’s sprint time)

Stay tuned as the official premiere creeps closer and more information and photos are revealed.  For now, head down to the photo gallery for a look at the new AMG GT.

Mercedes-Benz CLS Spied with Facelift

Featuring updated front and rear bumpers, the facelifted CLS will also sport revised side skirts, headlights and taillights

The facelifted Mercedes-Benz CLS was spied yet again undergoing a bit of testing before it’s launch toward the end of this year.

Featuring updated front and rear bumpers, the facelifted CLS will also sport revised side skirts, headlights and taillights. While those will be the  most significant changes to the exterior, the interior will also receive a few minor updates – a larger COMAND display and knob as well as a slightly more shapely steering wheel.

These modifications we’re seeing on the four-door coupe CLS will also carry over to the CLS Shooting Brake version and the AMG CLS models.

Stay tuned as spy photos continue to come in with less and less camo, but for now, head to the gallery below for a look at the most current CLS spy photos.

2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS Spy Photo

Mercedes-Benz CLS Spy Photo

Via: WCF

Spy Photos of the Upcoming C-Class Estate

Mercedes may have just unveiled the C-Class Sedan but they are already working on the launch of the estate

The sneaky spy photogs got up close and personal with the upcoming Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate – spied with less camo then previously seen.

With a scheduled debut for the second half of 2014, the C-Class wagon is taking several design cues from the recently revealed C-Class Sedan.  The back of the upcoming estate is still heavily covered but we are still able to get a good look at the slopping roofline, upward sweeping beltline and wraparound taillights.

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

Just like the sedan is larger that the prior model’s design (95 mm longer and 40mm wider), you can also expect to see a size increase in the estate as well.

As for what’s going under the hood, engine options likelyde include:

  • A 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel with outputs of 115 HP (85 kW) and 136 HP (100 kW)
  • A 2.2-liter four-cylinder diesel with 170 HP (125 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque
  • A 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol with 156 HP (115 kW) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque
  • A 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol with 184 HP (135 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

Via: WCF

Mercedes-Benz GLK Will Be Revived with New Design

With a more utilitarian design, the newly redesigned GLK will be a big hit, see the spy photos

A “sporty, sleek and clean” design, according to Mercedes-Benz design chief, Gorden Wagener, that is what you can expect from the next-generation GLK SUV.

Based on Mercedes’ new MRA platfrom, the new GLK will be launched in 2015 with a more utilitarian design and slightly longer wheelbase to make room for the newly popular GLA.

Wagener expressed his belief in the GLK model, stating that “It’s a booming segment”, “the GLK is going to be a big product”.

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK

Photos Via: Autocar

Latest Spy Photos of the AMG GT

Whether you call it the C190, SLC AMG or the AMG GT, it is going to be a sexy new model - Check out the spy photos

We’ve been talking about the all-new Mercedes AMG GT, aka SLC, aka C190, aka SLS AMG replacement.  Call it what you will, the new model is a smaller, less expensive version of the outgoing SLS AMG but with nearly everything we’ve come to love about the more expensive and now departed SLS AMG.

2015 Mercedes SLC AMG front grille

2015 Mercedes SLC AMG

Though still covered heavily in camo, the new spy photos from GMotors show a long bonnet and large grille in the front, small spoiler in the back and traditional doors instead of gullwing doors.  It is a sleek and sexy design that we can’t wait to see more of.

2015 Mercedes SLC AMG C190

2015 Mercedes SLC AMG

Under the hood will likely be the new V8 4.0-liter twin-turbo engine attached to a 7-speed speedshift dual-clutch gearbox that is capable of an output around 493 bhp (327 kW).

Expect to see the full reveal later this year.

Check out the new spy photos below as well as clicking here for additional spy photos.

2015 Mercedes AMG GT

2015 Mercedes AMG GT

Via: GMotors

Mercedes C63 AMG Confirmed for 2015 Production

According to Tobias Moers, AMG's Product Chief, Mercedes' BMW M3 rival, otherwise known as the Mercedes C63 is about a year away

Mercedes may have just debuted the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class in Detroit but we’re already looking ahead at what’s to come.  According to Tobias Moers, AMG’s Product Chief, Mercedes’ BMW M3 rival, otherwise known as the Mercedes C63 is about a year away.

But knowing the C63 AMG is on its way isn’t enough, we want to know what kind of power the AMG will output.  It looks like we can expect a new 4.0-litre turbocharged V8. “You are now familiar with our 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine? Well you can imagine what happens when you put two of those together,” Moers said.

Moers declined to discuss power output, but states that AMG’s tend to deliver a little more power than the competition. The new BMW M3 outputs 424bhp from its new turbocharged 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine,which would put the all-new Mercedes C63 AMG output well over 450bhp in standard trim and over 500bhp with the optional Peformance Pack.

Check out the current C-Class debut for a look at the new model.

Via: http://www.autoexpress.co.uk

Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake Spy Photos

Facelifted Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake spied with minimal camouflage

The crafty spies over at WCF captured interior and exterior photos of the facelifted Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake while sitting in a parking lot.

The facelifted shooting brake was only covered lightly by camouflage, showing off the updates to the model’s bumpers and grille. From the interior photos, you can also see the updated steering wheel, larger COMAND knob and the massive COMAND display.

Mercedes CLS63 AMG Shooting Brake Interior

Mercedes CLS63 AMG Shooting Brake

As for engine options on the updated model, they will carryover from the current model and include twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8 (557 HP (410 kW) and 720 Nm (531 lb-ft) of torque), as well as an S-Model that will have the same engine but modified to output 585 HP (430 kW) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque.

2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Spied Winter Testing

Facelifted 2015 Mercedes M-Class spied winter testing near the Arctic Circle

The Mercedes M-Class has been on the market for a couple of years and is still the company’s top selling SUV.  But it seems Mercedes thinks that in order to stay on top that they’re going to have to throw in a facelift soon to keep driver’s interested.

2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Spied

2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Spied

Spied doing a bit of testing near the Arctic Circle, the facelifted Mercedes M-Class is sporting an updated front fascia with a single bar grille and redesigned headlights. According to WCF’s photographer there are also new character lines and an updated daytime running light bar.

Even though the exterior is being revamped, don’t look for much in the way of engine updates as options will carryover from the current generation with minor modifications that improve performance and fuel efficiency. One major change we may see however is a new hybrid variant and an ML 400 that is fitted with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 that is capable of outputting around 330 bhp (246 kW) and 350 lb-ft (474 Nm) of torque.

Check out the photo gallery below for a look at what the future holds for the Mercedes M-Class

2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Spied

2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Spied

Photos Via: WCF

Mercedes S63 AMG Spy VIdeo

Spy Video of the Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe showing it's seductive shape and bold lines

Earlier this year, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe was previewed as a concept, containing every great automotive technology developed over the last 100 years and a few new things we’d yet to see in a car all perfectly packaged in a sexy contoured design.  Shown from above in the video, the S 63 AMG Coupe has a seductive hourglass figure, with broad fenders and a tight midsection, making it more elegant that the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class that it will be replacing.

Check out the video below from AutoEvolution to see just what has us so excited about the S-Class Coupe.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake Spy Photos – Love it or Hate it

Latest spy photos of the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake

Last week we saw a rendering of the upcoming Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake and now we have the latest round of spy photos showing it from all angles.  So the question is, did Mercedes get it right, will the CLA Shooting Brake be as well received and the CLA Coupe was or is the wrong style for the CLA’s targeted age group?  Check out the photos in the gallery below and let us know what you think.

Next-Generation Mercedes C-Class Undisguised

Spy photos of the next-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class show the sedan completely uncovered

We’ve seen the upcoming Mercedes-Benz C-Class in various stages of undress the last couple of months as well as getting an official look inside.  And finally, we have the first photos that show the next-gen Mercedes C-Class completely undisguised.  Thanks to our good friends across the pond at GMotors, we have photos of the C-Class during a commercial photo shoot sporting an AMG styling package and looking quite a bit like it’s larger more luxurious big brother, the 2014 S-Class.

The newly revised C-Class sedan will likely debut this January at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, followed up by a C-Class Estate and then a Coupe and Cabriolet. Not forgotten is one of our reader’s favorite AMG models that will produce around 450bhp from a twin-turbo 5.5-litre V8 is also already in development.

Photos: GMotors.co.uk

2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Spied

Spy photos of two different 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Prototypes

The latest crop of 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Prototype spy photos have made their way to the web, this time showing minimal camo.  Check them out in the photo gallery below

We last saw the C-Class prototype when Mercedes-Benz released official photos of the cabin – pair those with the latest spy photos and you’re able to get a pretty good idea of what we can expect from the car being dubbed the mini S-Class.  High honors being that the S-Class is being called the best car in the world.

There are two prototypes seen in the photos, both featuring different alloy wheels and rear bumpers, and one with a chromed window line.

The 2014 C-Class will likely have a 2850mm wheelbase and will be roughly 176 lbs lighter than the outgoing model. Under the hood, buyers will have the option of several four-, six- and eight-cylinder engines, with a twin-turbo V8 4.0-liter engine outputting around 500 HP (367 kW) at the top.

Photos Credit: WCF

Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe Spied – Video

A video was recently shot of the 2014 Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe touring Nürburgring in Germany

A video was recently shot of the Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe touring Nürburgring in Germany.  The S-Class Coupe concept was first introduced in September at International Auto Show in Frankfurt and last week, Mercedes design chief Jan Kaul stated that the coupe concept is “very close to the production version.”  In order to make way for the Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe, the Mercedes CL 63 AMG will be dropped.

The Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe seen in the video will likely receive the sedan’s twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8 that currently outputs 585 bhp (436 kW) and 664 lb-ft (900 Nm) of torque.

Watch the video below and stay tuned as we bring you the latest news on the all-new S63 AMG Coupe

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Teaser Video and Interior Photos

Check out the first interior photos and teaser video of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

We have been bringing you spy shot after spy shot of the highly anticipated 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, with the promise of a mini S-Class.  And now, thanks to our good firends at MBPassion, we have the very first interior photos and a teaser from Mercedes themselves.

A little over halfway into the video, the face of the Mercedes C-Class can be seen as well as the front profile.  Stay tuned as I have no doubt that this is just the first of many teaser images and videos from Mercedes.

Watch for the 2015 C-Class to debut at the Detroit or Geneva Motor Show at the beginning of next year.

Photos Via: MBPassion

Spy Photos of the 2015 Mercedes C63 AMG

Next Generation Mercedes C63 AMG Spied showing new details

Our good friends at GMotors have the latest spy photos of the next generation Mercedes C 63 AMG that reveal new details.

Thanks to the photos, we are able to see the large air intakes in the front bumper, AMG’s distinctive quad as well as small air intakes designed into the rear bumper. Compared to the standard Mercedes-Benz C-Class, The body of the C63 AMG appears to be wider as well.

As for what’s powering the new C63 AMG, expect to see a twin-turbo 5.5-litre V8 that is capable of producing roughly 450 HP.

The newly revisioned C-Class (W205) should be on debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this January with the AMG model following shortly after.

Thanks to Andrus and GMotors.

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK Spied Testing

Growing in size to separate itself from the all-new GLA, the GLK will receive a longer wheel base and wider stance

Although not expected to hit the market until 2015, the larger second generation Mercedes-Benz GLK has been spied yet again.

Growing in size to separate itself from the all-new GLA, the GLK will receive a longer wheel base and wider stance. Making room for the elongated wheelbase, the GLK’s front axle will be moved forward.

Still heavily covered in camo, design leaks are minimal but based on the latest Mercedes models, the GLK will likely receive a sportier exterior with a slightly sloped roofline.  Also worth noting is that the rear windows in the prototype  are a temporary ones

The powerhouse of the GLK lineup will be as follows: a newly created 1.8-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine inside the GLK 250, a 2.1-liter 4-cylinder diesel under the hood of the GLK 250 BlueTEC, and for the more powerful GLK 350, a V6 motor which could be topped by a possible AMG.

Check out the photo gallery below for a look at the latest spy photos.

Source: WCF

 

2015 Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake Spied

2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake interior and exterior spied for the first time

Spied for the first time nearly two months ago was the facelifted Mercedes-Benz CLS set to debut in 2014.  So what makes today so exciting?  Today we have photos of the Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake’s first facelift.  The updates shown in the spy photos will be seen on the 2015 CLS Shooting Brake model.

As with the standard CLS, the Shooting Brake will receive the biggest change to the front fascia with redesigned headlights.  Mercedes did not just reserve updates to the exterior however, the interior shots show a dark cover over most of the upper area of the dashboard which could signal new updates and additions.

Engine options for the 2015 CLS Shooting Brake will likely mimic that of the CLS and include the  twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 that offers up 333 hp (245 kW) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque.  Updated safety and tech features are also likely to be found on the updated model.

Check the photo gallery below for a look at the interior and exterior and stay tuned as we continue to bring you spy photos up until it’s official reveal next year.

HT: Andrus Via: GMotors