Mercedes-Benz Unveils More Powerful E 63 AMG

Mercedes-Benz which is all set to bring the entirely new series of its famous E-Class at this year's Detorit Motor Show, already unveiled the E-Class sedan, wagon, convertible and coupe, today unveiled the new E63 AMG Performance sedan as well on internet. The new E 63 AMG is now available as a particularly powerful S-Model with an output of 585 hp and 800 Nm of torque.

The launch of the new, customised model variants will offer Mercedes-AMG customers greater scope for individuality than ever before. The new E 63 AMG presents a more powerful character and a more dynamic appearance than all its predecessors: the new AMG design philosophy is immediately apparent at first glance, with the new "twin blade" radiator grille and the new "A-wing" in the AMG front apron defining the exclusive look. As previously, the top AMG model is available as a Saloon and Estate. The E 63 AMG's appeal is also boosted by substantially enhanced value for money: customers now receive more performance, improved driving dynamics and a broader scope of standard equipment and appointments.

"'Driving Performance' encapsulates the philosophy pursued at Mercedes-AMG," explains Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. The new model variants of the E 63 AMG and CLS 63 AMG clearly demonstrate how we are now offering our customers even more individuality. The S-Models in particular represent the most attractive proposition in the segment, boasting substantially enhanced value for money and the highest power and torque ratings in the segment."

"With the exclusive S-Models, we have sharpened the dynamic profile of the E 63 AMG and the CLS 63 AMG substantially," adds Tobias Moers, head of overall vehicle development and member of the management board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. "These high power and torque ratings are exclusive to AMG. Our AMG 5.5-litre V8 engine remains the most efficient series production V8 engine in the world."

Overview of models:

* electronically limited;   values for E 63 AMG Estate in brackets

Acceleration to 62 mph from a standing start in 3.6 seconds provides the E 63 AMG S-Model with a comfortable lead over the entire competition; the top speed stands at 155 mph (electronically limited). On the new S-Model the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine generates a maximum output of 585 hp and maximum torque of 800 Nm – representing an increase of 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 557 hp and 720 Nm, the basic model also boasts an increase of 32 hp and 20 Nm 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 557 hp with rear-wheel drive runs on 28.8 mpg in accordance with NEDC (230 grams of CO2). As an additional gain, 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.