2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz - Luxurious Super Sports cars

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is one of the biggest supercar releases of the past year. But the company isn't content with just making ultra luxurious supercars for the rich and well dressed, they also plan on releasing a fully homologated GT3 race version for the gentleman racer.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

The GT3 racing version of the SLS AMG is powered by the same mid-front mounted 6.3 litre V8 engine as the road car. There'll probably be a few modifications for the race unit, but Mercedes haven't yet announced final power outputs or specifications. Or even a final weight figure. That's all for the FIA to decide in the near future as part of the homologation process.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

Power transmission in the SLS AMG GT3 is done through a six-speed sequential racing transmission with steering wheel shift paddles and an integrated multi-disc locking differential. As in the SLS AMG road car, the transmission is located at the rear axle for better weight distribution: the engine and transmission are connected by a torque tube within which a carbon-fibre shaft rotates at the engine speed.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

The Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 is instantly recognizable as belonging to the SLS AMG family - as any GT3 racer is. The biggest visual changes are a new front apron, new splitter, redesigned bonnet with additional air intakes and vents, new sideskirts which have air inlets for cooling the rear brakes, rear diffuser and a prominent adjustable rear wing. The C-pillars provide housing for the standardized filler pipes for the fast-refuel system.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

The communication of Daimler release says that “the AMG V8 engine with 6.3-liter is identical to that used in the serial sports car. With a low weight, however, sports car accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h for only 3.7 seconds (serial sprint for 3.9 seconds). The maximum speed was announced for 300 mph, but producers say they have more opportunities to raise her brakes are racing by AMG, as disks are ventilated. Front wheels are size 12×18, rear 13×18.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

Powering this race car is a 6.3-Liter V8 engine that produces 600HP and controlling all this power is a six speed racing transmission system with shift paddles mounted on the steering wheel. The SLS AMG GT3 is designed as a racing sports car for customers competing in sprints and long-distance races.

"Thanks to uncompromising lightweight construction and superior handling dynamics, the SLS AMG provides an outstanding basis for a highly competitive racing car. This exciting GT3 version is our response to strong customer demand for a car designed for these attractive motor sports car series," says Volker Mornhinweg, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

The body of the 2011 SLS AMG GT3 is the most significant difference from the road car starting with the aggressive front fascia and splitter to the massive rear spoiler. The hood of the race model is also very different from the normal SLS AMG with a large center cooling vent that helps to move air to cool the engine and the braking system. Along the side of the car, vents have been added to cool the rear brakes without compromising aerodynamics and all of these improvements to the overall cooling effort of the car makes it ideal for long road races like the 12 Hours of Sebring.

2011 SLS AMG GT3 Mercedes-Benz

The SLS AMG GT3 is equipped with a six-speed racing transmission with sequential shift. A steering wheel with a diameter of 13 inches facilitates perfect vehicle control. Because it is open at the top, the driver always has a perfect view of the central display, which provides all relevant information such as road speed, engine speed, operating temperatures, lap times and gear selection. The SLS AMG GT3 is also equipped with precisely calculated cooling channels – openings in the front skirt and ahead of the rear wheels direct cool airflow over the brake discs. All four brake discs are ventilated, slotted and drilled.

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG race car is expected to delivery scheduled prior to the start of the 2011 racing season. However, interested customers can order this awesome vehicle starting in autumn 2010. The Mercedes-Benz display at the 2010 New York Auto Show, the 2011 SLS AMG will carry a starting price-tag of $183,000 when it goes on sale.

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Kicherer E 50 Mercedes-Benz Spots Car E-Class Coupe

The new ex-works 500 E-Class coupé is in itself not underpowered. With 388 PS and 530 Nm torque it´s the currently most powerful production model coupé that the company can offer its customers. However, those who like it a touch more dynamisc can find what they want with the traditional refiner Kicherer in Stockach. Engineers, technicans and designers have taken on the E-Class derivative and accentuated it in all things sporty, technically and optically.

Kicherer E 50 Mercedes-Benz

Engineers, technicians and designers of the car refiner Kicherer in Stockach have taken on the 500 E-class coupé derivative. This new ex-works E-class is the currently most powerful production model coupé that Mercedes-Benz can offer with 388 PS and 530 Nm torque. Therefore, the Kicherer E 50 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe is dedicated for customers who like the coupe with a more dynamic and sportier touch.

To give the E50 Coupé aerodynamics, Kicherer have employed the Kicherer Performance Series Package, a final polish with regards to performance and looks. This package includes a front lip, side skirts, a rear diffuser and special mirror casings. All are made of top quality and ultra-light carbon, including the three-bladed sports grill which is optionally available.

The elegant side view of the coupé is perfected by the sportily filigree Kicherer RS-1 20 inch wheels, behind which you get hints of the braking power of the 6 and 6 piston high performance brake system with composite discs and modified flexible steel tubes.

At the rear, an almost rectangular tail pipe can delight both eye and ear, since it produces an exciting but not obtrusive sound. Inside, Kicherer offered the interior elements and entry strips in epoxy resin laqueur complements the outer appearance of the E50 Coupé.

Finally, by means of software update and a sport exhaust system, the V8 performance of the E50 Coupé was increased by 42 PS and 20 Nm. As a result, the 430 hp engine can freely run to reach the speeds of up to 330 km/h.

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Mercedes-Benz McLaren Sports Cars SLR Stirling Moss

Bearing the namesake of legendary British racer Stirling Moss, the McLaren SLR Stirling Moss, will be making its big debut as the newest McLaren SLR variant amongst the automotive elite (and few entries from Kia) at the 38th Annual North American International Auto Show in Detroit this January.

Mercedes-Benz McLaren Sports Cars SLR Stirling Moss

Stuttgart– Mercedes-Benz and McLaren are adding the crowning glory to the model family of their highly successful SLR super sports car with a new, uncompromisingly spectacular car. There is neither a roof nor a windscreen to separate the driver and passenger from the outside world; they enjoy unadulterated high-speed excitement with all the attributes of a speedster.

The new SLR Stirling Moss is also characterised by the most sophisticated technology and a breathtaking design which reinterprets the SLR legend. With 478 kW/650 hp the SLR Stirling Moss accelerates its V8 supercharged engine from standstill to 100 km/h in less than 3.5 seconds, and has a top speed of 350 km/h – no other series-production car is at the same time so open and so fast.

This extreme concept makes the new high-performance sports car a legitimate bearer of the name of the British motor racing legend and Mille Miglia record-holder Stirling Moss, who drove the legendary Mercedes-Benz SLR racing cars from victory to victory during the 1950s.

A successful collaboration of engineering which is demonstrated far beyond the relatively ancillary exclusion of a windscreen, the SLR Stirling Moss is truly an equal celebration of McLaren’s both past and present. Thus in keeping with its status as a rare breed, production of the SLR Stirling Moss will be limited to only 75 units and, to further prevent your uncultured, peasant hands from touching it, each unit will be priced at a cool $1.04 million (€750,000).

This is why the modern-day version of the legendary SLR carries the additional words “Stirling Moss” in its name. As the new SLR Stirling Moss unites the character of the current SLR models with the fascination of the SLR of 1955. The core values of both the historical and the present-day SLR models include an exciting new design, innovative technology, high-class materials displaying perfect craftsmanship, and, above all: a unique driving experience for all the senses.

Whilst the 300 SLR earned its spurs on racing circuits the world over, the new member of the SLR family is not designed for the racetrack. Although it sets new standards in terms of technology, performance and excitement – just like its forebears – it is aimed at individuals who have exquisite requirements and nurture very special dreams.

Remaining totally true to the specifications of the 300 SLR, the new Silver Arrow’s equipment is extremely sophisticated and yet at the same time decidedly spartan, doing without both a roof and side windows. There are just two wind deflectors a couple of centimetres in height to protect the driver and passenger from the airflow. Two air scoops integrated into the bodywork serve as roll-over bars. With this extreme concept the new SLR Stirling Moss is visually very different from all the other vehicles which belong to the elite sports car class.

Just like the legendary racing vehicles of yesteryear, the SLR Stirling Moss dazzles with its superlative performance. Accelerating from zero to 100 km/h in less than 3.5 seconds and with a top speed of 350 km/h this puristic high-performance sports car denotes completely new dimensions in open-top driving. And not just because of the impressive performance figures; every time drivers take to the wheel of the SLR Stirling Moss their senses are addressed with a previously unheard of intensity, conveying a driving experience in its purest and most sensual form. This automotive thoroughbred thus facilitates the kind of open-air feeling that is utterly unique for a road-going vehicle.

Developers working on the Stirling Moss were able to fall back on a wealth of experience gathered when producing the SLR Coupé and Roadster, in particular where the technical base was concerned, with its extravagant carbon-fibre design, high-performance suspension and throaty V8 engine. The common denominator uniting the Stirling Moss with the other members of the SLR family is the aerodynamic concept with a closed underbody and a diffuser in the rear bumper for maximum possible downforce at the rear axle – with one difference: the diffuser here is considerably larger than that on the coupé and roadster.

The new SLR Stirling Moss is the kind of high-calibre speedster coveted by the sporting gentry and enthusiasts alike. At the same time it is a collector’s item which marks the pinnacle of an era and, for the foreseeable future, at least, the final curtain for the SLR. In May 2009 production of the SLR models will cease; only a total of 75 units of the Stirling Moss will be manufactured between June and December 2009, bearing chassis numbers from 1 to 75. Not only does this exclusive vehicle represent the conclusion of the current SLR family; it also serves as a very special thank you to the most loyal of SLR customers, for they are the only ones able to acquire a Stirling Moss.

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2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG

 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG

2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG will debut at this week’s premiere in Los Angeles Auto Show 2010, the United States. The first car of this model is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealers next summer.

It is equipped features CLS63 AMG in 2012 this model includes features adaptive suspension and steering systems elektrohidrolik new sport, as well as optional high-performance LED light. The latest edition of the CLS63 AMG, the engine is equipped with a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 is still the same with the engine coupe model Mercedes-Benz CL63 2011. This engine replaces the 6.2-liter V8 roles installed on the predecessor model.

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Luxury Designs Of Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG Sport Cars 2011

Mercedes-Benz went advanced and appear the flagship versions of its Гјber affluence coupe, the 2011 CL63 and CL65 AMG models. Both cars will accept their apple premiere at the Paris Motor Show and access in U.S. showrooms in November.

On the outside, there are some attenuate administration tweaks on both AMG models such as the redesigned foreground bonanza with LED daytime active lights, the added “V”-shaped grille, a contoured hood, beyond headlamps and a reworked rear bonanza with anew styled appendage pipes. Interior revisions are bound to the new council wheel, higher-quality trim abstracts and altered blush options.

Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG 2011 dashboard panel

The a lot of important changes, however, are in areas you can’t see. Starting with the CL63 AMG, out goes the old naturally-aspirated 6.2-liter V8 and in comes the smaller, lighter yet added able 5.5-liter V8 with twin-turbocharging and direct-injection technology, absorbed up to an AMG Speedshift 7-speed automatic.

In accepted form, it churns out 536HP at 5,500 rpm and 590 lb-ft of torque from 2,000 to 4,500 rpm affective the CL63 AMG from aught to 60mph (96km/h) in 4.4 seconds, and on to an electronically bound top acceleration of 155 mph (250km/h).

Add the alternative AMG Performance package, and achievement climbs to 563HP and 664 lb-ft of torque acceptance the auto to ability the 60mph (96km/h) mark in 4.3 abnormal and an electronically bound top acceleration of 186 mph (299km/h).

Mercedes says admitting the ability and torque increase, ammunition burning and CO2 emissions accept been bargain by about 27 percent and 30 percent appropriately over the earlier by itself aspirated V8.

In accession the new engine, the 2011 CL63 AMG receives three new systems as accepted (Direct-Steer, Torque Vectoring Brake and crosswind stabilization) that affiance to advance administration and safety.



Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG 2011

Meanwhile, the range-topping CL65 AMG continues to use a 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 akin to a five-speed automated transmission. However, AMG engineers accept tweaked the V12 assemblage which now produces an added 17HP for a absolute achievement of 621HP, while torque charcoal the aforementioned at 738 lb-ft. The car is able of accelerating from 0-60mph (96km/h) in 4.2 abnormal continuing to a bound top acceleration of 186mph (299km/h).

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Mercedes India forays into used car business

Mercedes Benz India, the largest car luxury car maker in the Indian market, has entered the used car business with the launch of its new company certified pre-owned car outlet in the country. The move of starting a used car business here can be seen as a part of company's long term expansion plans.

The company would sold these used-cars through its authorized dealerships in India. Comprehensive evaluation and refurbishment criteria, scientific tools for audit and inspection as well as manufacturer-backed warranty go into the making of a certified proven exclusivity vehicle. The dream of owning a Mercedes-Benz thus becomes even more achievable, said Mr Wilfried Aulbur, MD and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India. He added that Now the company is bringing this to India to make the dream of many customers to own a Mercedes Benz even more achievable.




Mr Aulbur further elaborated that through the launch of new pre-owned car outlet customers can now own a Mercedes Benz for as low as Rs 15-18 lakh as against Rs 26-28 lakh for a brand new, entry-level C Class model.

There is a significant potential for the Mercedes Used cars in the Indian market as the company has now been operating in the country for more then 15 years. Mercedes Benz India has sold more than 30,000 cars in the country's auto-market till now. With this, the company is also planning to foray in to the business of car finance, in a bid to boost-up its sales asit is looks to compete aggressively against is rivals in the Indian market including BMW and Audi.

Source:- Mercedes India forays into used car business - New Cars

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Mercedes-Benz launches Proven Exclusivity

Mercedes-Benz today launched its global pre-owned car business for India: “Proven Exclusivity”. This program utilizes specific global benchmarks for vehicle evaluation, quality and warranty to offer Mercedes-Benz certified pre-owned cars to Aulbur, Managing Director, and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India elaborated: “Comprehensive evaluation and refurbishment criteria, scientific tools for audit and inspection as well as manufacturer backed warranty go into the making of a certified ‘Proven Exclusivity’ vehicle. The dream of owning a Mercedes-Benz thus becomes even more achievable.




At the same time customers can also drive in their existing vehicles and drive out with their new Mercedes-Benz cars by utilizing the trade-in route under ‘Proven Exclusivity’”. The pre-owned cars will be offered for sale through the authorized Mercedes-Benz dealerships where the customer will receive additional support in areas such as financing, documentation and delivery. Mercedes-Benz Pre-owned cars program has been in existence since 2009 and operates across 35 countries presently. Mercedes-Benz as a brand and a company has enjoyed a very strong equity in the market.

Its legendary build, quality and reliability as well as engineering and craftsmanship guarantees a favourable residual value and strong demand in the pre-owned car market. At the same time, for over 15 years with its presence in India, the company sold approx 30,000 vehicles thereby creating a significant potential for the Mercedes-Benz pre-owned car market in India. The pre-owned car market in India is estimated at approx 10-15% of current new car sales in 2010 and estimated to substantially grow for the next couple of years.

Source:- Mercedes-Benz launches Proven Exclusivity - New Cars

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Mercedes-Benz R-Class likely to take India root soon

Mercedes-Benz R-Class, which had attracted a large number of car enthusiast and visitors at its world premiere at the New York International Auto Show in March 2010, is expected to take the Indian route soon. The model will possibly be launched in India as a CBU (Completely Built Unit), however price of this model has not been disclosed.



The new R-Class model has been developed in a completely new avatar with more aggressive front section along with styling cues borrowed from Mercedes' popular SUV and saloon models. With this, the R-Class model comes equipped with the latest Blue EFFICIENCY technology of Mercedes-Benz, making it one of the most environment-friendly and economical vehicles in the premium car segment. The mileage that it offers is around 7.6 l per 100 km, which is around 7 percent less than the fuel economy of the preceding model.

The company has a lot of surprises and is exploring a number of options for the Indian market, as per a statement given by Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, managing director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India to a leading media group. However he refused to comment on the launch of R-Class in India.

Source:- Mercedes-Benz R-Class likely to take India root soon - New Cars

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Merecedes Benz Plans to Expand Its Bus Business

Mercedes-Benz has recently announced that it has got plans to expand its bus business. According to this plan the company will arrange an assembly line that will serve to the production requirements of the city buses. Apart from the city buses, it will also serve the 2-axle and 3-axle inter-city luxury coaches which are already there. If we talk about the market for high-end city buses then it is to be mentioned that this market is quite beneficial. Mercedez has estimated the production to amount to 500 units per annum.

It is also expected that each year it will grow by 20%. Mercedes-Benz India has noticed a lot of potential in this vast market and is therefore thinking to offer certain solutions which are successfully used in the various parts of the world.

As quoted “Mercedes-Benz is the inventor of the first bus in the world and ever since, we have pioneered innovations that have revolutionized motorized public transport. In India, our 2- and 3-axle luxury coaches have been received very well. We would now like to expand into the city buses segment.”

Mercedes Benz is working on its new plan of conducting product clinics and is also planning to fine tune the buses according to the particular requirements of Indian city bus operators. The company has imported low floor and semi-low floor city bus for the product clinic.

Source:- Merecedes Benz Plans to Expand Its Bus Business - New Cars

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Mercedes plans to roll-out high-end city buses in India

Mercedes-Benz today announced their expansion plans for the Bus business. The company plans to set-up a dedicated assembly line that will cater to the production requirements of the city buses as well as the already available 2-axle and 3-axle inter-city luxury coaches. Mercedes-Benz also indicated their plan to offer integrated body-building facility for the city buses housed out of their present premises at Pune.



The market for high-end city buses is lucrative. It is estimated at approximately 500 units per annum and expected to grow by 20% each year. Mercedes-Benz India sees a potential in this niche market and as such plans to offer with solutions that are been successfully operated in similar operating conditions in other parts of the world. The company now plans to conduct product clinics and fine tune the buses to the specific needs of Indian city bus operators. Mercedes-Benz has already imported a low floor and a semi-low floor city bus for the product clinic.

“Mercedes-Benz is the inventor of the first bus in the world and ever since, we have pioneered innovations that have revolutionized motorized public transport. In India, our 2- and 3-axle luxury coaches have been received very well. We would now like to expand into the city buses segment. To create a bus suited to the exact requirements of the users, it is essential to understand our customer needs: our trial buses will achieve this objective.” commented Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India.

With improving infrastructure and growing urban vehicle population, the need for safe, reliable and robust mass transit system is imminent in India. Mercedes-Benz city buses with their superior quality, dynamic design, robust build, star comfort and globally proven city buses will be targeted to satisfy such needs of urban mobility.

Source:- Mercedes plans to roll-out high-end city buses in India - New Cars

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Mercedes-Benz India registers year-on-year growth of 112%

Mercedes-Benz India today announced its sales performance for May 2010. The company sold a total of 410 units in May thus taking the cumulative total from Jan-May 2010 to 2013 units. The newly introduced C 200CGI BlueEFFICIENCY has emerged as an overwhelming favourite with 145 units of this model already sold in May (within 2 weeks of its debut in India).



Dr. Wilfried Aulbur Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India elaborated: “Introduction of CGI technology in India has been welcomed by our customers. This reaffirms our strategy to offer latest technology and class-leading products for our Indian customers.

The total sales of the company for the period of May 2010 stood at 410 units as against 193 units sold in the same period last year, accounted marking 112 % growth over May 2009. The company managed to sell total of 2013 units in Jan-May 2010 which is a 59 % growth over corresponding period 2009 (Jan-May 2009 : 1267 units total). The new technology debutante C 200CGI BlueEFFICIENCY sells a record 145 units within 2 weeks of Indian launch.

Source:- Mercedes-Benz India registers year-on-year growth of 112% - New Cars

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Mercedes may develop low-cost fuel efficient cars in India

Mercedes India, country's largest luxury car maker, is expected to roll-out a new cheaper and fuel efficient car, specially designed for the Indian market. The company believed to be developing a new India bound car at its Mercedes Front-wheel-drive Architecture (MFA) platform. The new Front-wheel-drive Architecture will possibly be implemented in company's high product range in the Indian market, as per reported by a leading auto-magazine in India.



The new technology will certainly help company in reaching-out more and more starting range luxury class buyers in India. It will also enable the company to roll-out fully featured cars at a very competitive price, which in turn strengthen its position in the Indian market. Besides this, the company is also planning to launch a luxury SUV in the Indian market by year 2013, which will compete with popular cars like BMW X1 in this segment.



The Mercedes Benz India sold 321 units in April 2010 taking the cumulative sales for January- April 2010 to 1603 units, accounted for a growth of 80% as compared to April 2009 and 69% as compared to Jan- April 2009. Company's intensive customer engagements, aggressive product introductions coupled with deep network penetration and focus on customer delight have ensured that it is the preferred choice for luxury car aficionados. its sales numbers reflect its traction with the market, Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India said while releasing the sales figure of the month of April 2010.

Source:- Mercedes may develop low-cost fuel efficient cars in India - New Cars

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Mercedes ties-up with IIT Delhi

Mercedes Benz India, the country's largest luxury car maker has tied-up with IIT Delhi, one of India's top-most academic institutions, for the R&D (Research & Development) of its latest BlueTEC technology. The new technology will be used in company's latest diesel engine systems which are high-tech as well as sophisticated. The company is claiming that the new BlueTEC technology based systems will be the cleanest among its competitors in world automobile market.



At present, the company has a comparatively small R&D facility in the country based in Bangalore with around 350 engineers. Through this new tie-up the company is aiming to produce low weight cars at the cost price as low as possible. Currently, the engineers of its Bangalore based R&D facility are working on developing cleaner and greener technology for company's diesel and electric cars.

According to Mr Piyush Arora, technical director and member of Board, Mercedes Benz India, this is the first time that Mercedes Benz had tied up with an academic institute in India for its R&D effort, For Mercedes Benz, the way forward would be to enter into more such tie ups. The focus would be to move up the chain from vehicle parts to aggregates, which would perhaps culminate in a complete vehicle in the future, he added.

Source:- Mercedes ties-up with IIT Delhi - New Cars

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Mercedes India to launch SLS-AMG in second half of 2010

Mercedes Benz SLS AMG, one of the most expensive super-luxury-sportz sedans, is all set to be launched in India in the third quarter of this year. The AMG model was one of the most talked about luxury sportz car at the Delhi International Auto-Expo, held in January, where it had created a sensation among sportz car enthusiasts.The SLS AMG is basically a two door sedan, designed by performance division of Mercedes-Benz with one of the most aggressively designed looks, high performance standards and segment leading stability and handling.



The company has already started production of this car at its Sindelfingen facility, which is the largest production plant of Mercedes-Benz. The Sindelfingen plant has recently been updated to the latest standards, before the final assemble of AMG started, there. The all new Mercedes Benz SLS AMG model is equipped with a 6.3-litre V8 front-mid-engine, which is capable of generating the maximum power of 571 hp along with a 650 Nm of torque.



It works on a seven-speed double-declutch transmission in a transaxle configuration, sports suspension with aluminums double wishbones and a kerb weight of 1620 kilograms based on the DIN standard. It only takes 3.8 seconds to reach the speed of 100 km/h form a standstill position and has a top speed of whooping 317 km/h. It consumes about 13.2 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres (combined), makes it one of the best mileage providing in car in its segment.The model will be rolled-out in India following the launch of the right-hand drive for the car in Germany in July. Despite this very high price tag, about 12 units of this car has already been booked by sports-car enthusiasts from different cities of India.

Source:- Mercedes India to launch SLS-AMG in second half of 2010 - New Cars

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG could price high in India

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, the latest two-door super luxury sports sedan, may cost much more in India as compared to its price in European market. The price tag of the car could be in the range of Rs 5 to 6 crores in the Indian market due to the high import duty and other taxes in the country. While indicating that the price could be as high as Rs 5 to 6 crores for SLS AMG, Piyush Arora, Mercedes-Benz India director (technical) and board member, said that the SLS will be available in India in the third quarter, though a date for the official launch has not yet been determined.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, which was the center of the attraction at Mercedes pavilion at the Delhi Auto show (held in January), will attract an excise duty of 120%, given the heavy duty import structure on completely-built-units (CBU) in India. The 120 percent duty includes customs duty (106%), countervailing (CVD) and additional duties. It is expected that the company will launch this model in India in the third quarter of this year, following the launch of the right-hand drive for the car in Germany in July. Despite this very high price tag, about 12 units of this car has already been booked by sports-car enthusiasts from different cities of India.

Mercedes India has recently replaced BMW from the top spot in the luxury car segment the country. The Indian luxury car market is around 10,000 cars a year. However, with the economy getting stronger and purchase power and aspirations of buyers also rising, this size will also rise eventually, Mr Majeed added.

Source:- Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG could price high in India - New Cars

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Mercedes-Benz looking forward to expansion in India

The Mercedes-Benz is going full throttle and launching one new product after the other in the Indian car market. The company is also going full swing with its expansion plans and is busy reaching out to as many people as possible. Mercedes Benz launched a new petrol variant of its entry-level C-Class sedan in India. The new Mercedes C-class is priced at Rs 28.44-lakh. This C-Class sedan is powered with the latest CGI technology, which uses a direct injection engine with spray-guided combustion process and this all new 1,796CC, C 200 CGI will replace the old C-Class, which runs on Kompressor technology. The new technology engine can run on high excess air and, thus, offer better fuel efficiency.


As a step to tap the ever growing Indian car market the company is planning to expand its distribution network further. The cities that recently got new Mercedes dealerships include Surat and Goa. But this is not all, according to Aulbur the company would be adding two more dealerships in Indore and Bhubhaneshwar. According to Wilfried G Aulbur managing director and chief executive officer, Mercedes, “We are investing across the country and are expanding our reach," Mercedes-Benz India's.”

It seems that India is totally out of recession and in the first four-months of 2010 the market grew by 60 per cent and the company by 70 per cent.

Source:- Mercedes-Benz looking forward to expansion in India - New Cars

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Mercedes gets Indian "routes"; courtesy IIT'ian

Recently Mercedes Benz got a new state-of-the-art CGI technology introduced in its petrol version of C-class model. The heart that saw that vision for India is none other than an Indian. Bharat Balasubramanian, a Chennai-born IIT Mumbai alumnus is the man behind the introduction of this new technology. Bharat is currently positioned at one of the highest designations in the global R&D dept. of Mercedes Benz. He is designated as VP, product innovations & process technologies in group research and advanced engineering. On the proud moment of the launch of new Mercedes with CGI technology, Bharat Balasubramanian exclaimed that it is like coming back home to him.

He shared his experiences of local trains in Mumbai and how he used to commute from Churchgate to Andheri during his college days. Bharat graduated from IIT in the year 1973 and took higher technical education from the Technical University of Karlsruhe, in Germany. It was on Thursday, 13th May that Bharat's dream came true and India got its Mercedes with the new CGI engine. The new C-class CGI equipped engines have replaced the Kompressor series of cars in India.

On the moment of the launch, Bharat, an Indian at heart reveled the road-map Mercedes has for their development in India. The company wishes to introduce gasoline engine technology in the country. The IIT'ian mentioned that how he was always fascinated by the Mercedes Logo and wanted to work with the organisation since the years he started dreaming. Mercedes surely gets an Indian touch.

Source:- Mercedes gets Indian "routes"; courtesy IIT'ian - New Cars

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Mercedes launched new C 200 CGI in India

Mercedes-Benz today launched its new C 200 CGI model in India with gasoline engine technology. “The CGI technology heralds a new era in gasoline engines with improved output, optimized consumption and even more impressive emission statistics” commented Prof. Dr.-Ing. Bharat Balasubramanian, Vice President Product Innovations & Process Technologies, Group Research & Advanced Engineering, Daimler AG, speaking to media persons at the launch event.




The CGI technology makes its debut in the C-Class. Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India explained the rationale: “The C-Class is in most cases the first touch point of customers with our brand. Mercedes-Benz stands for exciting products and cutting edge technologies; what better way to reinforce this promise than by offering the C 200 CGI as the harbinger of the CGI revolution in gasoline engines!”

The CGI technology is the first of its kind in the world to use sophisticated petrol direct-injection engine with spray guided combustion process. CGI engines use piezo-injectors (also seen on the global F700 DiesOtto concept presented by Daimler AG). With the new technology, the engine can run with high excess air and thus offer excellent fuel efficiency. Thanks to multiple injection, it is for the first time possible to extend this lean-burn operating mode to higher rpm and load ranges too.

Among the most important components of this innovative direct petrol injection system are the fast-acting piezoelectric injectors. They have nozzles which open outwards to create an annular gap just a few microns wide. This gap shapes the fuel jet and produces a uniform, hollow-cone-shaped spray pattern. The microsecond response times of the piezoelectric injectors provide the basis for delivering multiple injections per power stroke, and thus for lean-burn operation.

Source:- Mercedes launched new C 200 CGI in India - New Cars

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Mercedes-Benz ‘StarDrive' stormed Chennai

The Mercedes-Benz's ‘StarDrive’ has stormed the Sriperumbaddur Race Track in Chennai, after receiving an overwhelming response from car enthusiasts in major Indian Cities including Delhi and Mumbai. In this extravagant event, the company highlighted its engineering technology, offers prospects and unparalleled safety features, so that an opportunity can be provided to the customers to understand handling of critical road situations in a safe and controlled environment. In this event the performance of the Mercedes-Benz cars in India was tasted including the cars like ML-Class, GL-Class, C-Class and E-Class.




The main dynamics of these cars which were analyzed at this event includes, safety, agility and performance in off-road and on-road conditions. With this, in the driving experience programe, the participants could personally experience the tangible benefits Mercedes-Benz's Pro-Engineering Package and Airmatic. Mercedes-Benz StarDrive Experience is aimed to give its customer and participants an one of its kind opportunity to personally experience the unmatched safety technology of its cars besides offering them an opportunity to further hone their driving skills.



The StarDrive combines essential elements of driving experience with simulation of critical road situations; combines the Mercedes-Benz spirit of innovation with a genuine spirit of fun, said, Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, managing director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India. On the another hand the Presenting partner, Mobil 1 said in a statement that, Mobil 1 is the oil of choice of more than 55 car manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz. Mobil 1 is formulated for high performance engines, and is chosen for AMG specifically to enhance engine life, provide superior protection against harmful deposits, contribute to cleaner running engines and dramatically reduce friction as compared to conventional engine oils.

Source:- Mercedes-Benz ‘StarDrive' stormed Chennai - New Cars

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