Mercedes Maybach into luxury car segment

The luxury car segment is all set to get a boost with the re-launch of the Maybach by German auto giant Mercedes-Benz, says The Wall Street Journal. The car maker has priced the premium sedan at Rs 5.10 crore (ex-showroom Delhi).

The Maybach, which was earlier introduced in India to cater to the super rich in 2004 at a price tag of about Rs 5 crore, failed to attract wealthy Indian customers. WSJ also reported that the Maybach would now come in two variants - 57S and 62, both of which will be gasoline-powered engines.
The newly-appointed managing director and chief executive of Mercedes Benz India Peter Honegg was quoted in the WSJ as saying, "These, along with Mercedes-Benz models, made some of the finest examples of automotive excellence, worldwide."

Mercedes-Benz E-Class coupe sparkles

The Mercedes-Benz E350 coupe adds a touch of sleek sophistication to the E-Class family that consists of four models — sedan, coupe, station wagon and convertible.
While the coupe is unmistakably an EClass, it looks fresh and vigorous, and the sloping roofline gives it a distinct personality. Couple the sporty look with a quiet, smooth ride and responsive handling, and you have a four-passenger coupe that is unlike any in its segment.Prices begin at $49,275 for the E350 and $56,325 for the V-8- powered E550. I drove an E350, and its sticker price was $57,960.


On the highway, the E-Class glides softly. It is not so soft that the car feels disconnected from the road — quite the opposite — but rather as if it were riding on perfectly smooth pavement. It was impressively smooth on a bumpy gravel road, which is quite a testament to the shock absorbers that use an internal bypass to soften the ride on normal roads but firm up at higher speeds on twisty roads.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class coupe

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe Black Desire from Prior Design

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe Black Desire

Black Desire is the name of the tuned version of the latest generation e-Class Coupe from Mercedes. The tuning firm in this case is Prior Design which is based in Kamp-Lintfort, Germany. The modification that the package involves is mostly on the exterior of the car. There is however options that the tuning firm has on offer which takes care of the engine output as well.
The exterior modification of the package includes a new bumper along with side vents and a spoiler lip that is very prominent. The edges are sharper and this design feature goes for the side skirts too. Carbon fiber made bumper extension with three fins, boot lip and roof spoiler, are meant for the rear end of the car.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 CDI pictures

Mercedes’ turbo diesel powerplants have always garnered high praise for their refinement and economy, if not for their outright pace. But now Buckingham-based performance automotive electronics expert Superchips Ltd can rectify this relative lack of urge with the launch of an ECU remap for a range of Mercedes models using the 231 bhp 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY engine.

2011 Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

2011 Mercedes SLS AMG GT3
2011 Mercedes SLS AMG GT3
2011 Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

2011 Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

2010 Mercedes E550 Review

Mercedes-Benz is in the midst of a product renaissance. The CLS started the ball rolling, while the revamped C-Class, SL, new GLK and SLS AMG have kept the world buzzing. However, the new E-Class is the one that matters the most.

Available as a coupe, convertible or sedan, the E hits the broadest point in the company’s line-up. And while the four-door E350 and E63 AMG offer either great value or massive performance at either end of the spectrum, it’s the E550 that tries to balance those two attributes.

FAITHFUL 5.5L V8 DELIVERS THE GOODS

As expected, the E550 differentiates itself by its engine: in this case, a 5.5-liter V8 that produces 382 hp at 6000 rpm and 391 ft-lbs of torque from 2800 to 4800 rpm. It’s still reasonably competitive compared to its rivals and the standard seven-speed automatic transmission allows for a quick 0-60 mph sprint of just 5.2 seconds. The sound doesn’t have the sharp, muscle car roar of the AMG cars, but it is throaty enough.

Fuel efficiency isn’t bad either, with 16/24-mpg (city/highway) being above average in the class. Because of some creative construction techniques, curb weight is relatively svelte at 4,034 lb.

2011 Mercedes CL Facelift Details and Pictures

These are the very first images of the new Mercedes-Benz CL-Class. Apparently these images were accidentally published by Mercedes Netherlands website. The picture above shows the face of the new AMG-styled CL, while the one after the jump is the normal model. Contrary to the rumors, the car is not called S-Coupe, and apart from the LEDs in the bumper, it doesn’t look that much like the S-class! But you know, Internet is not that reliable, so we better wait for the official info!

Mercedes is No. 2 seller

MERCEDES-BENZ has emerged as the second-best-selling car in Singapore - thanks to a smaller supply of certificates of entitlement (COEs).

In the first five months of the year, 1,913 new Mercedes cars were registered, making it the most popular after Toyota, which still holds a comfortable lead with 3,958 cars sold.

The German brand has traditionally taken fifth or sixth spot in the sales tally.

Gullwing Soars To New Heights: Sportiest Cars Of 2010

Victory for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG over some strong competition. In the “Sportiest cars of 2010” readers’ poll organised by the renowned car magazine sport auto, the gullwing model took the title in the “super sports” section.

The very best series-production and performance-tuned vehicles compete against each other on an annual basis in the sport auto readers’ poll; taking part this year were 260 vehicles in 25 categories.

Attracting no less than 17.2 percent of the votes cast, the SLS AMG left all the other super sports cars trailing in its wake. With over 13 competitors from Germany, Italy, Japan, Great Britain, the USA, Sweden and France – the win underlines just how popular the SLS AMG is amongst the readers.

A total of 10,000 readers cast their vote. Not only did the super sports car from Mercedes-Benz win over the judges’ hearts – it was also victorious when put to the test.

The AMG 6.3-litre V8 front-mid engine with dry sump lubrication and 420 kW (571 hp) plus a torque of 650 newton metres, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with a transaxle configuration – not to mention its athletic double-wishbone sports suspension – add up to a unique high-tech blend, ensuring driving dynamics of the highest calibre.

These were very much in evidence at the “super test”, too, which is very highly regarded amongst the sport auto readers and industry experts alike: a lap time of 7.40 minutes on the legendary Nordschleife of the Nürburgring is an impressive performance indeed.

“Respect! The Mercedes sports brand AMG has put a magnificent machine on the road” was the reaction following sport auto’s “super test”.

Since its world premiere at the 2009 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt/Main, the SLS AMG has already been showered with a plethora of major awards:

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing In Action

Times like this I wish I would have paid attention in my German classes because I would be able to understand what this guy is saying in the video below of the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing in action. Just the other day we posted exclusive images of the new Benz SLS AMG (Gullwing) and now we are sharing a new video release just a couple days ago of the all new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing in its new skin.

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Australian pricing revealed

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Living down under and craving for a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG? Well, guess what? Mercedes-Benz recently revealed how much it would take for an Aussie to own an SLS. Starting at around $464,000, more than 40 SLS vehicles have been paid for, in Australia, and are set to be delivered this August.

Mercedes-Benz Australia Managing Director Horst von Sanden gave out the scoop on the current demand for the SLS in the country, which was far greater than expected. Even while they’re still waiting for the units to arrive and with months to go before deliveries go underway, orders are already piling up fast.

With reservations and payouts flooding in, Sanden fears they may run out of SLS units and not be able to keep up with the year’s demand.

It’s no wonder why the Aussies are so into the SLS. It’s one of the lightest supercars ever to grace the market, and with a racing heritage that it earned from its ancestor, the 300SL Gullwing, it’s a must-have for Mercedes-Benz collectors everywhere.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK Interior Spied

Mercedes SLS AMG

We all know that the Mercedes SLS AMG is a truly delicious sports car, but what some of us may not know is that there is an even more delectable version in the works. This sinfully delicious version will go into limited production in 2013 and will cost at least 50% more than a standard model.

What’s so yummy about this model? The new Black Series from Mercedes will feature the 6.2-liter V8 engine, but revised to deliver up to 600 hp and 500lb ft of torque done with a few special ingredients such as a larger air manifold, higher compression ratio, reprofiled camshafts, and other unspecified tweaks. Weight’s not going to be an issue with this dessert. The total weight of the Mercedes SLS AMG will be reduced by 50 kilos in the Black Series, so we can expect a sprint from 0 to 60 mph made in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 208 mph. Satisfied yet?

Mercedes’ Facebook game and ad-design games

Mercedes are currently running two online competitions:

1. SLS Behind The Speed Facebook game
Log on to your facebook then head over to http://apps.facebook.com/behind-the-speed/ where you’ll find a game revolving around the new SLS. You can challenge your friends, show how good your braking reaction time is, try fast shifting and much more.

The prize? An awesome PS3 GT5 Racing Rig, plus a special edition PS3 and a copy of Gran Turismo 5 when it finally comes out!

2. GLK – create the print advert
Mercedes recently launched a Middle East special edition GLK called the Grand Edition and to promote this, a microsite has been created. Visit that here www.mb-glk.com and you’ll have a chance to design a print advert for the Grand Edition.

The best design wins and will be published in magazines – hopefully including CAR Middle East magazine (!) and the winning designer gets to run the Grand Edition GLK for a month.

What do Mercedes get? Their ad artwork done for free – genius!

Mercedes-Benz E-Class limousine by Binz

Think you’ve seen everything? Well, not yet. You haven’t seen what Binz has been up to. The company got the green light from Mercedes-Benz to build a limo version of the ever-reliable E-Class, and they wasted no time in doing just that.

The outstretched E-Class gains 1.11 meters from its standard length. It gets two additional doors plus an additional row of seats, pegging its loading capacity at seven passengers, excluding the driver. Customers are given the option to turn the 2nd row aft, facing the 3rd row in traditional limo style, or simply get rid of it for a really individualized setup and lots of space. A leather-clad wall is available at the touch of a button to separate the driver from the passenger cabin portions.

Of course, with the longer wheelbase comes a strengthened chassis to increase torsional rigidity. You’ll also have the option to add armoring hardware in case you lead a very dangerous, high-profile life.

Powering the E-Class limo is a choice between the 350 CGI BlueEfficiency, the E500 and the E250 BlueEfficiency. The engine will be electronically limited, meaning the driver won’t be hooning around town while you’re in the office. Available now in Germany.

Mercedes Benz Car Sales India April 2010

Mercedes Benz C300

May 1, 2010. Pune: Continuing the high-octane start of 2010, Mercedes Benz India today announced a sale of 321 units in April 2010 taking the cumulative sales for January- April 2010 to 1603 units. This marks a growth of 80% as compared to April 2009 and 69% as compared to Jan- April 2009.

Category	April ’10	Jan-Apr ’10	April ’09	Jan-Apr ’09
S-Class	22	166	19	124
E-Class	127	788	69	330
C-Class	147	539	86	407
Imported cars	25	110	4	88
Total	321	1603	178	949

Key Points:

• Total of 1603 units sold in Jan-April 2010 which is a 69 % growth over corresponding period 2009 (Jan-April 2009: 949units total). During this period E-Class registers 139% growth while the SUV portfolio registered 67% growth.
• Total of 321 units in April 2010 marking 80% growth over April 2009 (April 09: 178 units). Significant month-on-month growth in April 2010 for C-Class (71%) and E-Class (84%)

In Jan-April 2010 the New E-Class (powered by 4 engines E350, E 350CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, E250, E250CDI BlueEFFICIENCY) continued to lead the segment and registered 139% growth, while the C-Class reinforced its popularity registering a growth of 32% over Jan-Apr 2009. The SUV’s from the Mercedes stable has received an overwhelming response. In Jan-April 2010 the company sold a total of 92 units of GL-Class and M-Class. In contast there were 55 units sold during the same period in 2009.

Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India commented: “Our intensive customer engagements, aggressive product introductions coupled with deep network penetration and focus on customer delight have ensured that we are the preferred choice for luxury car aficionados. Our sales numbers reflect our traction with the market.”

Mercedes-Benz started the year with the presentation of the SLS AMG at the Auto Expo 2010. In the past four months the company continued its aggressive product launch plans with12 new products introduced since January 2010.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (2011) with pictures and wallpapers

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG embodies a blend of consummate automotive fascination and high tech. The super sports car delivers a compelling mix of purist styling, consistent lightweight design and superior driving dynamics. At the same time, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG fully lives up to all the expectations of hallmark Mercedes everyday practicality and optimum safety. In essence, the new ‘Gullwing’ offers the ideal synthesis of the strengths of Mercedes-Benz and AMG.

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

The new super sports car from Mercedes-Benz and AMG makes for an alluring proposition with its unrivalled technology package: aluminium spaceframe body with gullwing doors, AMG 6.3-litre V8 front-mid engine developing 420 kW/ 571 hp peak output, 650 Nm of torque and dry sump lubrication, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in a transaxle configuration, sports suspension with aluminium double wishbones and a kerb weight of 1620 kilograms based on the DINstandard - this superlative combination guarantees driving dynamics of the highest order. The ideal front/rear weight distribution of 47 to 53 percent and the vehicle’s low centre of gravity are testimony to the uncompromising sports car concept. The ‘Gullwing’ accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, before going on to a top speed of 317 km/h (electronically limited). The fuel consumption of 13.2 litres per 100 kilometres (combined) puts it at the front of the competitive field (all figures provisional).

Mercedes S-Class Facelift

Mercedes S-Class Facelift

2010 Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

Latest internet rumors report that Mercedes will unveil a GT3 version for their newly launched SLS AMG supercar in April at the New York Auto Show.

While there are no official details on the car's specifications, it is rumored that the 6,2 liter V8 engine will be tuned to deliver a minimum 600 hp.

The SLS AMG GT3 will feature a rear wing for more down force, it will loose approx 300 kilos from its total weight, while the interior will be stripped of all luxury such as air conditioning, navigation and upholstery.

Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Will be Hybrid Only

2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

When the next generation of the Mercedes-Benz flagship S-Class sedan is released in 2012, it will be available exclusively with a hybrid powertrain. According to a source contacted by Autoblog, the 2012 S-Class will be hybrid only, except for any model built by the company’s high-performance AMG division.

The only hybrid S-Class currently sold is the S400 hybrid, which is the lowest priced model in the S-Class line. The S400 hybrid starts at $87,950. The current S-Class hybrid gets 26-mpg on the highway and has 295-hp with its V6 engine and mild hybrid assist system.

Autoblog’s source also claims that the current S-Class hybrid is selling well in America right now, particularly in Hollywood. Apparently many of the celebrities who bought Prius hybrids as statements of their dedication to environmentalism are getting rid of them amid the unintended acceleration reports. Many of those affluent entertainers are buying S-Class hyrbids to replace their Toyotas.

Mercedes C63 AMG

Mercedes C63 AMG

Mercedes C63 AMG Front Spoiler borrows accents from the CLK Black Series while maintaining a genuine Mercedes C63 feel, graciously contouring the front AMG factory bumper. In its design, the form follows function while considerably increasing downforce to the front of the vehicle using lightweight carbon fiber.