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Mercedes Introduces E 300 BlueTEC Diesel Hybrid; New C- and E-Class BlueEFFICIENCY Diesels

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Mercedes-Benz introduced the E 300 BlueTEC diesel HYBRID at the Geneva Motor Show. The new vehicle—Mercedes’ first production diesel hybrid, and based on its modular hybrid system ( earlier post )—pairs a 2.2-liter Mercedes-Benz also presented two new BlueEFFICIENCY diesel models with lowered fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions.

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Mercedes-AMG Provides Additional Details on Progress of SLS AMG E-CELL Electric Super Sports Car

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The Mercedes-AMG SLS AMG E-CELL. Mercedes-AMG, the performance brand within Mercedes-Benz Cars, provided an update on its development of an electric version of the SLS AMG, the development of which it announced last July. Another perspective on Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-CELL powertrain components. Click to enlarge.

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Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

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It gives us a chance to relate a brief experience with a gaggle of cars whose price tags totaled well beyond a million dollars. – As the high-performance arm of Mercedes-Benz, AMG puts its special flair on select Mercedes models. Lexus LC 500 Convertible. seconds to 60 mph. Mercedes-Benz S580 Sedan 4MATIC.

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Downsized 5.5L V8 Biturbo in S 63 AMG Delivers 25% Fuel Savings Compared to Predecessor; Stop-Start is Standard

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liter V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 420 kW (563 hp) and maximum torque of up to 900 N·m (663 lb-ft) from its higher performance variant for entry into the Mercedes-Benz/AMG lineup this summer. Debuting in the new Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG, the new V8 biturbo consumes 10.5 Tags: Engines. AMG has developed a 5.5-liter

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New AMG V8 biturbo engine cuts fuel consumption 32% compared with previous model; stop/start system and 7-speed transmission

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A newly developed AMG V8 biturbo engine, which powers the new Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG, delivers peak output of up to 410 kW (557 hp) and 800 N·m (590 lb-ft) of torque. seconds respectively, and the top speed is 250 km/h (155 mph) (electronically limited). Tags: Engines Vehicle Systems.

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Daimler Unveils F800 Style Research Vehicle; Plug-in Hybrid or Fuel Cell Drive Again Highlights Modular Approach

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Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its latest research vehicle. The F 800 Style research vehicle marks a further step in the development of a market-ready plug-in hybrid from Mercedes; Mercedes-Benz has said it plans to begin series production of the S 500 Plug-in Hybrid with the introduction of the next-generation S-Class.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

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Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. Some of these come as hybrids, plug-in hybrids or full electrics, upping the ante even more.