Following the path of ecology, Mercedes-Benz has said goodbye to the V8 5.5-liter, and in its place brought within range of rocket engines. With 4.7 liter displacement, twin-turbocharged, 435 hp and 700 Nm, a S 500 complete turns. A fast sedan, S 500 has turned into an absolute estate.

If you don’t have AMG emblems or was build in America, to have aspired V8 is now an eccentricity in high-speed world of luxury limousines. Of course, only a few well chosen AMG models have under the hood aspirated 6.2-liter engine, otherwise the bi-turbo supplies with power a V8 5.5-liter.

As I said several times, downsizing has brought joy and ecstasy for environmentalists and unconditional engineers that love power and speed, and the current S 500 confirms this. Old model, equipped with only 388 hp in naturally aspirated 5.5-liter engine, seems to have come from the Stone Age. Both the acceleration, the lower half and behavior in the range of speeds, and, surprisingly, the sound.

If the former engine sounds good over 4,000 rpm, the new bi-turbo version is so beautiful up to this level and beyond. Evacuation is still very quiet, although we talk about an engine that has all the features which allow to show any acceleration, but the engine transmits awesome sound in the cockpit, sound that 5.5-liter engine was not capable.

Manhart Racing chances the new BMW M5

German tuner, Manhart Racing believes that the 560 hp of the BMW M5 are not enough and offers three packages designed to improve V8 performance under the Bavarian bonnet’s.

Manhart Racing has unveiled the new MH5 S bi-turbo, which is based on Bavarian sedan performance, BMW M5. German tuner did not interfere too much on external design, the only change being the 20 inch wheels in front.

The first package offers increased performances of V8 4.4-liter from 560 hp to 624 hp and torque from 680 Nm to 780 Nm. If such figures are not enough, Manhart Racing will provide two more packages in the near future will bring changes to the turbochargers, exhaust system and exhaust manifold. They will increase the engine power to 661 hp respectively 725 hp.

One of the longest Mercedes G Class models recently received a discreet facelift without spoiling the design of the immortal German SUV. Mercedes G-Class is one of the few SUVs in addition to offering a luxury sedan performance and amazing off-road conditions. Over the 33 years that is product design has remained almost unchanged and no this time the German manufacturer did not interfere too much on looks.

G-Class has been equipped with daytime lights with LED technology and mirrors not to modern retro design of the SUV. For AMG versions, the Stuttgart manufacturer offers a more aggressive radiator grille, spoiler new red calipers and 20 inch wheels, not recommended for those who want to use and capabilities of off-roader of the German model.

Inside we find the highest quality materials and elegant design worthy of a limousine, not an off-roader. Mercedes G-Class with new features the latest infotainment systems on which is available as follows: order online Linguartronic system, Bluetooth and wireless connectivity, plus more. German manufacturer has not forgotten the comfort of passengers and left handle passenger, they’ll sure need off-road conditions.

Prospective customers can choose from a wide range of engines. The basic model is equipped with a G350 BlueTech diesel 2987 cc V6 that produces 211 hp at 3400 rpm and a torque of 540 Nm between 1600 and 2400 rpm. For more performance can opt for the G550 variant, which has a 5.5-liter V8 and 388 hp, also available on body variant cabrio.Ambele engines come standard with an automatic transmission with seven reports.

Sport division of German manufacturer, AMG, provides for prospective customers two engines. First, G63 AMG, is powered by a twin-turbo V8 that produces 544 horsepower and 760 Nm. The top is G65 AMG has a 6.0 liter V12 engine provides 612 hp driver and amazing torque of 1000 Nm.

Yesterday, Mercedes has released a set of photos online with the new generation of GL SUV, which made for us a preview of exterior and interior design. With the launch from Auto Show in New York appeared official information. The largest SUV from Mercedes range, GL, was officially introduced in the New York Auto Show. In addition to exterior design and interior revised, the new model comes with the latest safety systems, with better and more efficient engines.

The German producer offer, for now, three engines for the new GL. The entry level model, GL350 BlueTec comes with a 3.0 liter V6 diesel that develops 240 hp and 616 Nm, which promises enough performance and low fuel consumption. In the event that the performance offered by the diesel engine is not enough there are two gasoline alternative.

GL450 offers 316 hp and 550 Nm and the top GL550 version develops 429 hp and torque arhisuficient of 700 Nm. Mercedes claims that all current engines are on average 18% more efficient than the old model.

In typical Mercedes style, the new GL comes with numerous standard safety systems and support such as: Colission Prevention Assist, Attention Assist, Crosswind Stabilization, etc.. They can multiply once prospective customers will visit the list of optional equipment.

In terms of comfort the German manufacturer has never disappointed us. The materials used inside are of the highest quality and together with air suspension will provide seven passengers on a journey worthy of first grade. Mercdes new SUV will enter the U.S. market in September 2012 and UK in early 2013.

German’s employers from Stuttgart, in the compact SUV segment, has a new look, but also some surprises under the hood. Read all the news!

Mercedes-Benz GLK reached middle age, and this could not happen without a substantial facelift. So even if the Germans in Stuttgart have been quite busy with premieres and new Class A and SL and with its impressive SL 65 AMG, they made time to refresh their representative image among compact SUVs.

At first glance, little GLK, whose premiere will take place at New York Auto Show, seems to have taken full advantage of new design that beats the current range. We have a new bumper featuring LED daytime and with an ornament that simulates a central air intake. The headlights also seem inspired by those of SL and A-class, getting a new look, and LED technology.

At the rear, the taillights outline remained the same, but not the interior layout. Which brought together central bar lights and reverse migrated to the lower end of the headlights and lost proportions. And here were chosen LEDs for position and stop warning. Bumper is also new, and chromium is always present in the landscape.

But not only appearance had benefited from facelift. The new Mercedes-Benz GLK has to offer a completely new diesel. This is an engine of 2.1 liter four-cylinder which produces 204 hp and 500 Nm of torque. It can be ordered only together with four-wheel drive, the GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC configuration.

Is also known that the V6 from GLK 350 has been enhanced and now offers 306 hp and 369 Nm of torque. Those who want even more, will be available in August, when the SUV hit the market, outside AMG kit. It will include spoilers new typical internal tuner and chrome that will enhance its prestige car.

A little time has passed since the new generation of Mercedes-Benz SL has officially started. The sixth generation of the legendary German roadster appeared to be from the start, and the strongest of all presented so far, and suspicions were confirmed one by one. The first clear sign was SL 63 AMG, which I heard only a month ago.

With a V8 5.5-liter AMG version prepared by AMG is attacking the most elitist opponents, such as Bentley Continental GT V8 or the new BMW M6. However, it’s time that Mercedes-Benz stop formalize itself and provide not only the latest version of SL, not just the strongest, but also the ultimate weapon of house in Stuttgart, terrible SL 65 AMG. Perhaps the raw from images does not differ too much from SL 63 AMG, but the 621 hp, escaped from the 6.0 liter V12 engine, put it directly at the head of the high performance Benz.

Do not misunderstand, SL 63 AMG has not become useless overnight, only that it is never too late for the Germans to make a show of force in a product 100% real. And as long as most blasé magnates are always looking for new sensations, new weapons like SL 65 AMG will always be the ideal antidote against the boredom on the road and off.

But let’s see how SL 65 AMG will achieve to customer loyalty, immediately after its official presentation, from New York Auto Show. Torque developed by the power plant installed under the hood amounts to about 1,000 Nm, starting from 0-100 km/h will not require more than 3.9 seconds. Neither speed not within the typical German rules, which is 300 km/h.

So, in terms of performance, the strongest SL of the moment seems to not accept any comments. And if the car engine is quite revolutionary, nor for transmission has not already walk a beaten path. The new SL 65 AMG gives the classic six-speed automatic, the revolutionary AMG Speedshift PLUS-7, whose seven reports will be filtered mode Controlled Efficiency, Sport, Sport Plus and Manual.

Is eventually the one SL, so the maximum you can give Mercedes-Benz in terms of elegance topless, the AMG Convertible angry not deny the comfort of a Mercedes-Benz. So, besides the engine baritone notes, the atmosphere inside the gadgets will be seasoned fans known German brand.

Features such as AIRSCARF, Bang&Olufsen BeoSound AMG Surround System, Magic Sky Control, and many other safety and infotainment systems, will provide comfort all worth crowned heads. One last detail should also clarify. The price will be much closer of the quotation of EUR 200,000, but old customers of the machine will remain totally immune to this information.