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Mercedes b class

Mercedes b class
Mercedes b class
 Mercedes b class










Mercedes b class
With this new vehicle concept, Mercedes-Benz is once again asserting its role as the trendsetter among car brands and preparing the way for a young market segment with a promising future. The Sports Tourer meets the wishes of today’s motorists for a car with generous space, exemplary comfort, excellent practicality, an exciting design and a high level of driving pleasure. The new B-Class takes the advantages of different vehicle concepts and combines them into an interesting and distinctive profile of its own: as a Compact Sports Tourer, the B-Class is a touring, family and recreational vehicle with incomparable added experience value in terms of design and dynamism.

One of the major advantages of the Compact Sports Tourer is the sandwich concept developed by Mercedes-Benz. Thanks to the space-saving arrangement of the engine and transmission partly in front of and partly beneath the passenger cell, the new B-Class offers the interior spaciousness of larger saloons and estate cars despite its compact external dimensions. The body has a length of 4270 millimetres, corresponding to the compact car class. Inside, however, the new Mercedes model offers more than other cars of comparable size in this segment in all comfort-related respects, e.g. shoulder-room, legroom and headroom.

Occupants in the rear benefit from the long wheelbase (2778 millimetres); this allows a distance between seats and generous kneeroom which almost matches that in the S-Class.

The B-Class also reaches new dimensions where variability and load capacity are concerned. Thanks to a height-adjustable load compartment floor, an asymmetrically divided, folding and removable rear seat unit plus an optionally removable front passenger seat, the Compact Sports Tourer is quickly and easily converted from a comfortable touring car to a practical van. Depending on the number and position of the seats, the load capacity can be increased from 544 to up to 2245 litres (with rear seats and front passenger seat removed). This corresponds to the load capacity of large estate cars. The maximum loading length is 2.95 metres.

Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012 From Sale in Europe

Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012
Daimler AG began selling Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012 for mainland Europe.

Booking open now and will get to the garage prospective owners in November 2011. The price starts from € 54,978

"Since the M-Class was born of the successful course," said Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars. "Total sales in the world exceeds 12 million units since it first launched 14 years ago."

"The numbers are not only expressed the M-Class the bestseller in its segment but has many loyal customers, too," added the man of this doctorate. New M-Class will continue the success story and substantially increase our sales in the coming years. "

Joachim predict M-Class segment will increase by 30% in 2015. He assures the latest M-Class 25% more efficient than its predecessor. "M-Class 2012 will be the most economical car in its class," he promised

Daimler AG offers istem safety (active / passive) as ATTENTION ASSIST topnotch, and the combination of agility, comfort and driving pleasure.

The two diesel engine options 4MATIC ML 250 BlueTEC and ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC is available in the market. While the petrol engine option only ML 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY.

For lovers of the SUV with 9 airbags may propose a special limited edition M-Class Edition 1 from now, too. The price offered from € 66,283

Mercedes 2012 slk

Mercedes 2012 slk
Mercedes 2012 slk
Mercedes 2012 slk
Well ahead of its expected debut which is still more than three years away, our spy photographers have captured a glimpse of a Mercedes-Benz SLK mule in frozen northern Scandinavia.
Mercedes 2012 slk
Mercedes-Benz has pulled the covers off its redesigned 2012 SLK-Class, providing an early glimpse at the roadster's new styling — including an exotic panoramic "vario" roof that changes transparency — and new direct-injection engines. The 2012 SLK goes on sale this summer in the U.S.

The two-seater gets a new face that not only recalls classic Mercedes-Benz roadsters from the '50s, but also conjures a family resemblance with the current range-topping SLS AMG. While the new design is more aerodynamically efficient, it is the choice of roof treatments on the third-generation SLK that may intrigue potential buyers the most.
Mercedes 2012 slk
Mercedes 2012 slk


2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G55 AMG

2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G55 AMG
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G55 AMG is developed depending on jeep automobile. The engine is obtainable in two types. It might operate at 4000 rpm. The 2nd engine gives you that has a 5.5 liter of V8 engine. The transmission is accessible in 5 -speed of automated manage. The towing abilities are 7,000 lbs.

Inside town, the "gasoline mileage can operate at 11 miles per gallon. The security equipments consist of brake force distribution, anti lock brakes, balance management, facet curtain airbags, and lots of additional".

For 2011, "the Mercedes-Benz G-Class" sees no changes apart from a few new wheel styles. Looking at the big picture, the "2011 Mercedes G550 and its supercharged G55 AMG "stablemate make little sense as practical vehicle choices. As such, the G-Class is a quintessential third (or 13th) vehicle -- incredibly impractical but incredibly capable, with eye-catching styling to boot.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a five-passenger" SUV available in G550 and G55 AMG trim levels. The G550 "comes standard with 18-inch wheels, automatic bi-xenon headlamps, automatic wipers, a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, auto-dimming driver and interior mirrors, a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, eight-way power front seats with power lumbar and driver memory functions, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel.
Also standard are the COMAND electronics interface, Bluetooth, a hard-drive-based navigation system with real-time traffic updates, voice controls, and a Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo with a six-CD/DVD changer, satellite radio and an iPod interface.

Powertrains and Performance
The "2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 "is powered by a 5.5-liter V8 that produces 382 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque. It has a full-time four-wheel-drive system with lockable front, center and rear differentials. EPA estimated fuel economy is 11 mpg city/15 mpg highway and 13 mpg combined.

It gets the same four-wheel-drive system, but has a five-speed automatic. Mercedes estimates a 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds. The G-Class comes standard with antilock brakes, traction and stability control and side curtain airbags. In Edmunds brake testing, the G550 posted a 127-foot stop from 60 mph, an exceptional performance for such a heavy vehicle.

Interior Design and Special Features
Although modern Benz electronics and climate controls are fitted to the G550, there's no getting around the utilitarian truck architecture. Some features can be operated with steering-wheel controls, but in general, all other high-end luxury SUVs are more ergonomically friendly. Front-seat legroom is insufficient for taller drivers, and the backseat could use some more legroom. Flipping the rear seats forward provides 79.5 cubic feet of cargo space, but large humps on each side of the trunk (which resemble rear benches for seating troops) make fitting wider items like golf clubs difficult.

The car is designed based on jeep car. The engine is available in two kinds. The first engine provides you with a 5.0 liter of V8 engine. It can run at 4000 rpm. The transmission is available in five speed of automatic control. The interior features dual climate control, heated rear passengers seat, telematic system, 9-speakers and reading lamps.

Mercedes-Benz GLS Ready to Challenge BMW X6

Mercedes-Benz GLS
Premium crossover SUV market seems to be more congested with the presence of Mercedes-Benz plans GLS 2014. As reported by the UK magazine Autocar, BMW X6 GLS will challenge that proved successful enough to attract many consumers.

The figure of a combination of an SUV with a X6 coupe sports car, will be used GLS. Mercedes-Benz will use the design lines reported CLS-class saloon on the M-class SUV platform as the base GLS.

Still not a lot of technical information obtained on this model. Yet the ranks of the engine choices are offered do not seem to be much different from the line-up Mercedes SUV currently available;-powered 3.5-liter V6 and 306 hp 4.8-liter V8-powered 435 hp, both petrol.

For diesel engines will be offered 3.0-liter engine-powered 258 hp. Variants of diesel-electric hybrid technology will be introduced, including variants of AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine with twin-turbo.

2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550

2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550
2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550 A Behr air-to-water charge cooler is nestled in the aluminum block’s vee, chilling intake air with help from a dedicated coolant circuit. A lower-friction chain drive system for the camshafts reduces parasitic losses and frees up power.

The good: Air suspension and standard all-wheel drive keep the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550 composed, while massage seats pamper occupants.

The bottom line: Although expensive, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550 comes loaded with cutting-edge tech while delivering an incredibly comfortable ride, but the car needs better tuning for low-speed driving

On a new fuel efficiency kick, Mercedes-Benz replaced that big V-8 with one slightly smaller, bolstering its efficiency with forced air and direct injection. During our time in the CL550, we averaged 18 mpg, and observed the trip computer showing numbers above 22 mpg on freeway cruises. Obviously "Mercedes-Benz "was more interested in power than fuel economy increases.
According to Mercedes-Benz, with this new engine the CL550 hits 60 mph in 4.8 seconds. The Marcedes CL550 is strangely sluggish. Along with this new engine comes a button that toggles the car between Economy and Sport modes. The seven-speed automatic delivers smooth shifts, enhancing the luxury experience.

One little complaint about the "CL550's" suspension is that Mercedes-Benz puts the button to switch it to Sport mode next to the LCD, a difficult place to reach when the car is under way and illogically far away from the Economy/Sport mode button for the power train.

And like the button says, this suspension offers a Sport mode. When engaged, the car does not suddenly become a superstiff low-to-the-ground sports car. The ride stiffens up a little, and the car handles cornering with more ease.

Nicely updated for the "2011 model "year, Mercedes-Benz has addressed the primary quibble I had with the CL-Class, while introducing other improvements to make the car an irresistible package. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is now quite possibly the most beautiful new car on the road . Yeah, Ferraris, Lamborghinis and those other swoopy-ass exotic sports cars turn heads, but they do so because of their sheer audacity. The CL-Class turns heads because of its quiet air of power and style. A seven-speed automatic transmission with a manual shift mode via steering wheel paddles conducts power to all four wheels.

Every comfort, convenience and safety feature currently available is included in the car. Outrageously prodigious at elevated speeds, the CL550 actually lowers itself on the highway to improve its aerodynamics and handling. Turn the steering wheel full lock in either direction and the front wheels articulate practically perpendicularly to the car.

Long story short, the Mercedes-Benz CL550 4Matic is nothing less than a world-class, state of the art luxurious high performance sports coupe.

2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet Overviews

2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet looks the part of luxury convertible cruiser in every way. From pretty much every angle, whether you're following the chiseled, pointed front end, bold mesh-backed grille, and uninhibited three-pointed star in front; or the graceful fender crease in back, which rolls through with complexity to the rear lights; it's a beauty.
There's certainly that, but there's more. It's fast. Dial up Sport mode—which commands stiffer damper settings—and the transmission earns a little more eagerness. Disconcertingly serene...and a little detached

The top-down experience in the Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet is disconcertingly serene. The second time I drove the E550, the weather was crisper and cooler, and with both heated/ventilated seats and Airscarf—which gently blows warm air around your neck—turned on and floor heat turned on, we were able to enjoy top-down driving quite comfortably.
The good: The adaptive cruise control system in the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet can bring the car to a complete stop and is also integral to its collision mitigation system. Sound quality is very detailed from the Harman Kardon audio system. The navigation system dynamically routes around traffic.

The bad: The convertible top affects trunk space. The Cabriolet is a new version for 2011, offering open-top driving in a midsize sport luxury vehicle. Unlike competitors, Mercedes-Benz sticks with a soft top for the E550 Cabriolet, rather than the retractable hard tops coming into vogue.

Mercedes-Benz's Air Scarf technology uses fans in the headrests to blow warm air on front passengers' necks, making top-down driving in colder weather comfortable. Tight sound
An optional Harman Kardon audio system made listening to music in the car an enjoyable experience, with the top up. But this system does not adapt well to top-down driving. Although the Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet does not have Bluetooth streaming audio, there is a Bluetooth phone system. This system lacks any text message functions.

Stylish maps
The majority of the car's hard-drive space is reserved for the navigation system's maps, which appear in 2D and 3D.
The E-Class has enjoyed the status of being Mercedes’ ambassador car for quite some time now, so it’s no surprise that the German manufacturer wants to cash in on its mid-size product’s reputation. As a result, the CLK coupe and cabriolet are gone, and the E-Class family is expanding.

You can now get the E in sedan, wagon, coupe and cabriolet body styles. Ok, its soundtrack isn’t as spine-tingling as an AMG 6.2-litre V8. Smooth can also be used to describe the car’s ride. The Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet never feels strained, nervous or twitchy, while the speed-sensitive steering offers good feedback and both slow and fast speeds.

Why not a power-retractable top on the E-Class cabrio?

2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BlueTec

2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BlueTec
2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BlueTec.There’s a reason German taxi drivers (among others across the globe) tend to favor Mercedes diesel sedans and this is it.

For the past few years, the automaker has only offered diesel enthusiasts a choice of two SUVs, the Mercedes Benz ML350 BlueTec and the GL350 BlueTec. The new Mercedes-Benz E350 BlueTec sedan is a 50-state diesel, meaning it meets emissions requirements in all 50 states by injecting AdBlue (urea) into the exhaust, which renders Nox harmless.

While the diesel only produces 210 hp, it carries a big stick, namely 400 pound-feet of torque between 1,600 and 2,400 rpm. For the sake of comparison, the Mercedes-Benz E550’s massive V-8 only manages to produce a rating of 391 pound-feet.

Despite the massive torque, acceleration is not the car’s strong point.
2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BLUETEC Review Summary: The 2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BLUETEC is unique among five-passenger luxury sedans, delivering an unmatched combination of fuel efficiency, European design, luxury, and endless torque. The 2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BLUETEC is equipped with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 diesel and seven-speed driver-adaptive automatic transmission.

The official fuel economy estimates for the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350 BLUETEC are 22 city / 33 highway miles per gallon (MPG).
All testing performed with ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel. Highway driving range is excellent, with a 21.1 gallon fuel tank and 2.4 gallon reserve.
A distinctive leather-wrapped steering wheel provides integrated controls for the phone and COMAND system.

All-in-all, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 BLUETEC delivers wonderful fuel economy, with its torquey turbo-diesel and seven-speed transmission ensuring efficient cruising at speed.
The Mercedes-Benz diesel-powered mid-size sedan is as durable a notion as you’ll find in autodom. Mercedes created the world’s first production diesel-powered passenger car in 1935 and began putting oil burners in its mid-sizers (a.k.a. Pontons) in 1955. Stirring Diesel into the E-class Formula

Aside from torque, the other great advantage of diesel engines is their range. The higher energy density of the fuel compared with gas means that cars like the E350 BlueTec burn juice at a slower rate. We’ve enjoyed 35-mpg highway cruises in other contemporary E-class diesels.

2011 Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid

2011 Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid
The Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid includes a 3.5 liter V6 engine and two electric motors. The ML450 Hybrid can be driven using electric power alone at low speeds. This combination gives the ML450 Hybrid an EPA fuel economy rating of 21 mpg city, 24 mpg highway.

Like many luxury class hybrids, the Mercedes Benz ML 450 makes use of regenerative brakes. One new element in the 2011 model is an innovative in-vehicle service called mbrace. mbrace replaces Mercedes’ Tele Aid. The service offers security and safety features including automatic collision notification, SOS/emergency calling, roadside assistance, stolen vehicle location assistance, and alarm notification.

Services accessible via mobile phone include remote door lock and unlock, vehicle finder, Mercedes-Benz Concierge, and roadside assistance. As noted, the design changes in earlier M Class models are carried over here in the 2011 ML450.

The Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid is the first European full hybrid vehicle to be offered in the U.S. Featuring V8-like power with four-cylinder fuel economy, the ML450 Hybrid features two electric motors and a 275-hp V6 gasoline engine that work together to efficiently move the SUV.
Working with both electric motors when full power is needed, the Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid has a total system performance of 335 hp and 381 lb.-ft. of torque.

The ML450 Hybrid is capable of running on just electric power at low speeds and at a complete stop. Options on the ML450 include full leather seating, lighting package, illuminated door sills, Parktronic, wood/leather multifunction steering wheel, heating steering wheel, 20-inch wheels, rear seat entertainment system, and heated front seats.

Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid is the first European full Hybrid vehicle to be offered in the U.S. Featuring V8-like power with four-cylinder fuel economy, the ML450 Hybrid features two electric motors and a 275-hp V6 gasoline engine that work together to provide impressive Hybrid power, fuel economy of 20 miles per gallon around town and 24 mpg on the highway

The ML450 Hybrid Boasts 46 Percent Better Fuel Economy

The new Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid uses a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine, optimized via the Atkinson cycle, two magneto-electric motors and sophisticated Hybrid electronics to produce 46 percent better fuel economy than a comparable V8-powered ML550 model. Working with both electric motors when full power is needed, the ML450 Hybrid has a total system performance of 335 hp and 381 lb-ft. of torque.

During parking and low-speed operation, the ML450 Hybrid runs on the electric drive only. The ML450 Hybrid can drive solely on electric power up to a maximum speed of 34 mph.

2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reviews

2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 37 published reviews and test drives of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

If cachet appeals to you, then the C-Class should win you over in a heartbeat. While there are plenty of elements borrowed from its six-figure S-Class sibling, the C-Class is priced with a wider range of buyers in mind.

Though much of the C-Class’s competition favors performance over luxury, the C-Class is weighted towards comfort.

Other Cars to Consider
Cars like the BMW 3-Series and Infiniti G37 are highly regarded for their performance. Both the Cadillac and Lexus carefully balance performance and luxury while injecting handsome styling.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class: The Details
For 2011, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available with two different powertrains: a 3.0-liter V6 in the C300 and the 3.5-liter V6-equipped C350.
For 2011, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is unchanged save for some shuffling of options and feature packages. The C300 Sport and C350 Sport models cater to the driving enthusiast with a firmer suspension, a Mercedes SL-style grille, LED running lights and darker wood accents within the cabin.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is an entry-level luxury sedan available in four trim levels: C300 Sport, C300 Luxury, C350 Sport and C63 AMG.
The C300 models share the same engine and are both available with 4Matic all-wheel drive, but differ in exterior styling elements, interior trim, suspension tuning, front seat design and standard transmission.

The Premium I package adds auto-dimming mirrors, a 10-way power driver seat, power driver lumbar support, driver memory functions, a power-adjustable steering wheel, automatic wipers, heated front seats, satellite radio, a power rear sunshade and a split-folding rear seat. A lighting package adds active xenon headlights with washers, LED running lights (standard on Sport version) and LED taillights.

The C350 Sport is essentially a C300 Sport with the Premium I package, a bigger V6 and black bird's-eye maple wood trim. The C63 AMG is equipped similarly, but ups the performance ante considerably with a V8 engine, firmer suspension, bigger brakes, 18-inch wheels, AMG interior and exterior sport cues, leather AMG sport seats and aluminum paddle shifters.

The current model year of the new C-Class reflects Mercedes' updated design language, with design cues from the new S-Class sedan and R-Class crossover.
The C300 sedan -- offered in Sport and Luxury guise -- offers 228 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 211 pound-feet of torque from 2700 to 5000 rpm. The so-called Sport models are distinguished by a grille-mounted star badge and AMG body styling, with deeper front and rear aprons, under-door rocker panels, and twin-spoke 17-inch wheels of staggered width or optional 18-inch wheels.

Sport models also feature firmer suspension, a three-spoke steering wheel, a titanium-colored instrument cluster, and a different choice of interior materials.
All C300 models come as rear-wheel-drive or 4Matic all-wheel-drive.

The New Mercedes Benz GL-Class Grand Edition

Mercedes Benz GL-Class Grand Edition
Mercedes Benz GL-Class Grand Edition 2011. Special edition that offers comfort equivalent to saloon-luxury saloon.

GL-Class Grand Edition 2011 is designed to be the last hurrah for the time being, distinguished by a new front fascia with a prominent grille, black lights and LED daytime running lights. Headlights formulated darker as well as with the lattice grille. He looks more luxurious with alloy wheels specially designed for GL Grand Edition.

Bids'll enjoy the atmosphere of luxury cabin-style wood trim to create an impression at an exclusive, two-tone leather baluran the sporty cockpit is claimed as the S-Class.

Mercedes Benz GL-Class Grand Edition 2011 SUV is equipped with innovative features 4MATIC Four-Wheel-Drive, Water Suspention AIRMATIC and Adaptive Damping System ADS. It is also equipped Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) and Hill-Start Assist for easy driver to control the car.

Available in four engine variants ranging from GL 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY, 4MATIC GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 450 4MATIC, GL 500 4MATIC with the official start € 80,206

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class


The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class will be the final year of this current-generation car, yet it's still an alluring choice in its niche.

Without sacrificing a comfortable ride, the SLK provides an enjoyable drive thanks to its agile handling and a choice of spirited engines. Among its competition, the Mercedes SLK remains the most likable car on a daily basis.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a two-passenger hardtop convertible offered in two versions: SLK300 and SLK350, each of which comes with a different engine.

Standard equipment for the SLK300 includes the 3.0-liter V6 engine, electronically actuated retractable hardtop, 17-inch wheels, sport body accents (front airdam, rocker-sill skirts and rear spoiler), front and rear foglamps, cruise control, manually adjusted dual-zone climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, manually adjusted eight-way front seats, leather upholstery, Bluetooth and a nine-speaker audio system with a six-disc CD changer. The SLK350 adds a 3.5-liter V6, 18-inch wheels and upgraded brakes.

The Sport package adds 18-inch wheels (for the SLK300), a sport suspension, and on automatic-transmission SLKs, paddle shifters.

The Heating package adds a cloth wind deflector, the Airscarf neck-level heating system and heated seats.

Powertrains and Performance
The rear-wheel-drive 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 that produces 228 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque. Mercedes estimates the SLK300 will accelerate from a standstill to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. Mercedes estimates the SLK350 will accelerate to 60 mph from a standstill in 5.4 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 18/25/20 mpg.

Safety
The Mercedes-Benz "mbrace" emergency telematics system is also standard.

Driving Impressions
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK delivers respectable performance, as the SLK300's 3.0-liter V6 can be matched with a manual transmission and the SLK350's 3.5-liter V6 has a quick-shifting seven-speed automatic (unfortunately rev-matched downshifts aren't available, however).
2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class has been redesigned for the model year with upgraded bodywork and sport package including rear spoiler, front airdam and rocker sill skirts. The SLK Class is a hardtop convertible that offers comfortable seating capacity for two-passengers and is available in SLK350 and SLK300 versions.

The SLK350 consists of 18-inch wheels, upgraded brakes and 3.5-liter V6 engine. The Sport Package of 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class consists of 18-inch wheels, automatic transmission with paddle shifters and sport tuned suspension, while the Multimedia package includes hard drive based navigation system with high definition radio, real-time traffic updates, satellite radio and digital music storage and COMAND electronics interface. The SLK300 of 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class is powered by 3.0 liter V6 engine which is good for cranking out 221 pound feet of torque and 228 horsepower. The engine is paired with six-speed manual transmission with rear wheel drive system that sends power to the rear wheels. The 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class comes with standard safety features which include antilock brakes, side airbags, traction and stability control and knee airbags.

The SLK55 AMG has been discontinued. The SLK350 rides on new 18-inch split five-spoke wheels, and both the SLK300 and SLK350 come standard with the sport body styling, which includes a revised front air dam, side skirts, a rear apron and a trunk spoiler. Previously, those features were part of the Sport Package.

2011 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class


Three models return: the V-8-powered SL550, the performance-oriented SL63 AMG with a twin-turbocharged V-8 and the SL65 AMG with a twin-turbo V-12.

Mercedes is offering 100 SL550 Night Edition models with matte-finish black paint; 19-inch AMG wheels with a two-tone, high-gloss finish; silver front brake calipers; and interior accents.


The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is on the warning track: with a new roadster on the way and an SLS AMG gullwing already in the lineup, there's little changed to the two-seat roadster for the new model year.

The SL550 bridges the gap from Jaguar XK territory into Ferrari California range; the SL63 AMG is the pinnacle of the SL's ability, faster than an Aston Martin Vantage and not far off the mark set by the Porsche 911. Feel free to spend up to $200,000 on an SL65 AMG; our favorite is the relative bargain SL63 AMG, for its time-warping acceleration and its multi-contour seats and an amazingly tractable ride.

Recently redesigned, the SL-Class remains the most premium Mercedes roadster.
The SL550's engine remains unchanged, with a 5.5-liter V8 delivering 382 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 391 pound-feet of torque between 2,800 and 4,800 rpm. Although, the latest model enjoys a slight bump in fuel economy to 14 city, 22 highway.

The car's steering system has been improved to feature a variable rack ratio, which adjusts in line with the steering angle, increasing sharply as soon as this reaches five degrees. Now available is the Intelligent Light System, featuring five distinct functions, which are automatically selected. They are: country mode, motorway mode, enhanced fog lamps, cornering light function and active light function.

When the active light function is activated, the headlamps pivot to the side in line with the steering angle when the driver enters a bend, allowing them to see around 80 feet further into a long bend. The cornering light function is activated automatically at speeds below 44 mph.

Interior
The interior has been improved with better seats, a new-look three-spoke leather steering wheel, and a completely restyled instrument cluster.

Features
Mercedes has improved its COMAND infotainment system, which provides access to information, entertainment and communications. The sound system has an output of 510 watts.

2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter


New for 2011
Mercedes-Benz introduces a Crew Van model of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter that is designed to carry five passengers as well as cargo. A power sliding door is optional on both cargo and passenger models. Exterior features include:

Up to 12 occupants fit inside a passenger-carrying Sprinter. All models can have bucket seats in front. Sprinters have a flat cargo floor and tapered rear-wheel housings.
A Mercedes-Benz full-size van? At the time, the Dodge Sprinter was well worth its price premium, but now the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter carries a price premium that's $4,000 more than before, so apparently a big three-pointed star is worth more than a chrome Ram's head.
Actually, the Sprinter's modern chassis design makes it far more maneuverable around town than the full-size Detroit-branded vans. In fact, driving the Sprinter feels pretty normal except for its colossal windshield and short front end.

Thanks to its turbocharged diesel engine, the Sprinter also has a fuel economy advantage over its competition. Should you find the Mercedes-Benz badge too pretentious, the Sprinter is also sold as a Freightliner with almost identical specifications. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a full-size van available in multiple configurations, each available with two wheelbases and two roof heights. The Cargo Van has only two front seats matched with an empty cargo bay, while the Crew Van is essentially a Cargo Van with a three-place rear bench seat. The Passenger Van features four rows of seats good for 12 people, while the larger MiniBus adds an additional seating row for a grand total of 15 people. The Cargo Van is also available in a 3500 configuration (versus the standard 2500), which ups its payload capacity.

Standard equipment on the Cargo Van includes 16-inch steel wheels, right-side sliding door, wood cargo floor, 270-degree-opening rear doors, air-conditioning, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and a two-speaker radio. The Passenger Van is equipped similarly, but features three rear seat rows, rear interior trim, tinted rear windows and rear speakers. The Passenger Van and MiniBus can be equipped with a rear heater, rear air-conditioning and rear windshield wipers. Every 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear-wheel drive. Every 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter comes standard with stability and traction control, and front airbags. Optional are a driver side airbag, driver and front passenger side airbags packaged together, front side curtain airbags, parking sensors, a back-up alarm and a rearview camera.

Thanks to its 51-inch sliding door and class-leading 20-inch step-in height, the Sprinter makes entering and exiting the passenger area a cinch. The Sprinter's payload is similarly superior, and the rating of the 2500 Cargo Van ranges from 2,872 pounds to 3,469 pounds depending on body configuration, while the rating of the 3500 ranges from 4,845 pounds to 5,375.

Sprinter is a full size commercial vehicle from luxury car makers Mercedes. Currently Mercedes Sprinter is in its second generation. Second generation Mercedes Sprinter was launched in 2006, for 2011 we may expect third generation of Mercedes Benz Sprinter. Mercedes Sprinter passenger model is installed with four row seats which is capable of accommodating 12 passengers. Mercedes Sprinter Passenger van is installed with three rear seat arrangement, tinted windows, rear interior trim and rear speakers.

Mercedes Sprinter cargo van model is capable of towing 3469 pounds of payload.

Mercedes-Benz GLK diesel 5 passengers

Mercedes-Benz GLK
Amid the excitement of the world automobile manufacturers to bring hybrid and electric cars to the U.S. auto market does not seem to car manufacturers Mercedes-Benz.

German car manufacturer and even then the focus instead to bring diesel-powered vehicles by Mercedes-Benz GLK SUV diesel 5 passengers. The latest generation of Mercedes-Benz GLK SUV the diesel the company will compete with hybrid and electric cars because dinial not less environmentally friendly.

As reported by Topspeed on Tuesday (23/11/2010) President of Mercedes-Benz USA said in a leading automotive exhibition in the U.S., the Los Angeles Auto Show will strengthen the line-up of vehicles with diesel engines one SUV Mercedes-Benz GLK diesel.

"We will have a new GLK with BlueTEC diesel engine technology," he said.

And now the company pick the big plan to play on diesel cars in the U.S.. "Overall, our goal is to create a market of 15-20 percent in the U.S. otomotid market," he continued. "And we will grow slowly in that direction," confident.

In addition to the SUV, the Mercedes-Benz will also introduce the latest generation C-Class sedan that will carry the machine with a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine which is claimed environmentally friendly.

If there is no obstacle diesel sedan will be introduced in 2013 following the upcoming Mercedes-Benz E-Class diesel-powered and diesel GLK SUV.

competitor for the BMW M3 Coupe namely C63 AMG Coupe.


Mercedes has announced a direct competitor for the BMW M3 Coupe namely C63 AMG Coupe. The vehicle is the first of a series of two-door C-Class range.

Sydney Morning Herald proclaiming that the C63 can reach 0 to 100 km / h in just 4.5 seconds.

Acceleration was also still be faster if the buyer ordered the AMG performance package that is able to increase the 6.2-liter v8 engine from 336kW to 358 kW through the lighter engine components.

Coupe following the other updates that were presented recently with a facelift C63 for example the new LED lights, aluminum hood and a switch from a conventional seven-speed automatic gearbox into seven dual-Clucths.

New gearbox, which is also used on the SL63 AMG, a sliding control system and four different modes depending on the choice of the rider; focus on fuel economy or maximum performance.

Interior design virtually identical, including the use of carbon fiber on the dash and doors and flat-bottomed steering wheel with sports display.

Mercedez Benz C63 AMG Sedan and Coupe is expected to priced not far from each other, about 150 thousand Australian dollars. The company intends to keep prices competitive with the BMW model.

M3, berbanderol from 152,300 dollars for sedans and 158,300 for the Coupe.
Peformance AMG Package price is $ 15,000

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