Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG: energy efficiency and comfort

The Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG receives in addition to the design modifications of the C-Class numerous technical updates. Thus, the speed shift MCT 7-speed sports transmission with standard "Controlled Efficiency" driving program related help with a new power steering pump the fuel consumption by around ten per cent to an average of 12.0 liters per 100 kilometers (Estate: 12.3 l / 100 km to reduce).

Numerous refinements to the chassis to improve agility, grip and ride comfort further. New driver assistance systems and a new telematics generation with Internet access increased safety and comfort. The 6.2-liter V8 engine delivers the same 336 kW / 457 PS. With the optional AMG Performance Package, the maximum power to 358 kW / 487 PS to be raised.

The model year 2011 of C 63 AMG is presented with a new radiator grille and wing-shaped cross-lamination, new rontschürze glossy black painted lower cross brace, AMG-specific LED daytime running lights and side air outlets. The new bonnet with power domes modified is now made of aluminum.

Viewed from the side of the wide fenders covered with "6.3 AMG" logo and the new, painted titanium gray and high-sheen AMG light-alloy wheels in 5-twin-spoke design. As the new front, a rear view now remembers the SL 63 AMG. The new rear bumper features a striking black diffuser insert with three pronounced diffuser fins.

Also taken from the SL 63 AMG, the AMG speed shift MCT 7-speed sports transmission. It dispensed with a torque converter. The transmission mode Controlled Efficiency "C" provides emphasized early, comfortable upshifts as well as low engine speeds, thereby supporting the efforts of the rider to low fuel consumption.

"S" "S +" and "M" increase agility by spontaneous, rapid shifting and higher speeds. In "S +" and "M" take the gear changes, just 100 milliseconds. Has been completely redesigned instrument panel with integrated screen. The new, three-dimensional and color TFT display in the center of the newly designed speedometer shows the driver to greet the AMG logo.

The steering wheel in a three-spoke design in nappa leather with metallic trim element and the top and bottom flattened rim and specially shaped, was covered with perforated leather grip area of the CLS 63 AMG is transferred. High-quality trim elements in dark brushed aluminum can be found on the dashboard and doors.

The center console in piano lacquer trim elements with enhanced high-gloss black, and there is also the new rotary switch for gear-drive programs. In the C 63 AMG new driver assistance systems are used which are known from the S-Class and CLS: adaptive high-beam, lane and Towinkel Wizard, Attention Assist, Distronic Plus, speed limit assistant, Pre-Safe Brake, Parktronic with parking management and back-up camera.

It also debuted in the C-Class, a new telematics generation, which will successively hold in other series collection. The top product Comand Online offers the first Internet access. The Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG will cost 71 € 340.50, the Model T 73 899 €. The AMG Performance Package for 7166.20 (sedan) and € 6471.70 (Estate) available.

(Ampnet / jri)

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