2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

AMG will introduce a new dream car: 2012MY Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. This supercar is impressive with a perfect combination of open-top driving pleasure, outstanding driving performance and sophisticated lightweight construction. 2012 SLS AMG Roadster will make its U.S. debut in autumn 2011.

Processing times 2012 SLS AMG Roadster includes an aluminum spaceframe chassis, AMG 6,3-liter V8 engine with a front mid-dry sump lubrication developing a peak output 563 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, the seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and sport suspension with aluminum double wishbones, - all this will raise the pulse sports car enthusiasts, providing an outstanding driving dynamics and driving pleasure.

Compact fabric soft top Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster opens and closes in just eleven seconds, and can be operated on the move at speeds of up to 31 miles / h (50 km / h). The new AMG sports suspension adaptive electronically controlled damping is available as an option attractive. This gives the damping characteristics to be changed at the touch of a button. Using the AMG DRIVE UNIT, the driver of the roadster AMG SLS, therefore, can select their own suspension settings. There are three modes: "comfort", "Sport" and "Sport Plus".

"AMG Performance Media" is a unique new feature: an innovative, motor sports-inspired entertainment system offers an unbeatable combination of multiple displays telemetry such as lateral and linear acceleration, and various motor data and lap times on the racetrack.

Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Cars: ". Roadster SLS is a supercar, a cruiser and highly desirable dream car all in one, in its distinctive way, it's still a sequence of symbolic and exciting sport cars from Mercedes-Benz ".

Ola Källenius, chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: "The systematic lightweight design, outstanding performance and exciting design, combined with the sensual pleasure of open air driving experience - the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster perfectly embodies the philosophy of AMG German technology and craftsmanship. Gullwing model is excited Car sports fans around the world, and now convertible version is bound to cause a sensation. "

Pure design roadster with perfect proportions

The new roadster adds a second exciting dream car to the family of AMG SLS. Head of Design Mercedes-Benz, Gorden Wagener ".! As in the gull-wing model, clean, sporty design catches the eye whether the roof open or closed, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster has a spectacular visual delight" Ideal proportions is particularly memorable: long hood, a greenhouse located in the rear end and short rear. Plus automatically enhance the rear wing, long wheelbase, wide track and short overhangs - in short, SLS AMG Cabriolet exudes an easy charisma and a genuine performance. Pronounced shoulder sections reminiscent of tense muscles, and to offer power combined with large wheels - 265/35 ZR 19 (front) and 295/30 ZR 20 (rear). Attractive AMG Sepang brown metallic paint and weight-optimized forged wheels in 10-spoke design, painted in matte black high-gloss rim, available in a new extra.

Features like Roadster 300 SL, a classic dream cars from the 1950s, include not only a wide grille with large star Mercedes and wing-shaped cross-rib, and ribs on the hood and on board the vehicle. Like Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster, 300 SL Roadster appeared slightly later than the original 300 SL Gullwing, but in contrast to the SL AMG, and other dream cars are available at the same time.

Interior atmosphere like an aircraft cockpit

The interior continues the idiom exciting exterior design, and evokes associations with the cockpit: the characteristic features include a dash in the form of wings and air vents with adjustable, cross-shaped nozzle similar to jet engines. Expanded center console of opaque, hard metal and the new E-SELECT lever in the form of traction control as the aircraft design features borrowed from the world of aviation. Another low-key, small detail is embossed logo on leather lined AMG selector lever.

AMG DRIVE UNIT - who, like many other features of the interior is available in real carbon fiber - a central control unit on the center console: it allows the driver to select personal settings of the vehicle, including an additional adjustment of adaptive sports suspension, AMG. AMG Performance steering wheel with its full premium leather lining and a flattened bottom section provides an ideal vehicle control. Gearshift paddles and the bottom panel of steering wheels are made of solid metal.

Fully automatic, weight-optimized soft top

Sensory experience in 2012MY SLS AMG Roadster is further enhanced when the soft top is open, and powerful, naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine with 563 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque makes itself and makes the heart beat faster with its distinctive AMG eight-cylinder sound. Fabric soft top can be opened and closed while driving at speeds up to 31 miles / h (50 km / h), a fully automatic opening / closing process takes only eleven seconds. Only the driver should operate the control unit is conveniently integrated into the roof in front of the center armrest. In an open soft top space-savingly removed for space in a folded Z-configuration. Soft top three colors - black, red and beige - are available to meet the nine external and eight interior colors.

Three-layer fabric soft top weight management magnesium / steel / aluminum, and contributes significantly to the low center of gravity of the car. Soft top is smoothly connected heated glass rear window singlelayer. Flush, break free transition between the outer sheathing roof and rear window remains low wind noise. Continuous, flexible pocket water running soft-top catches rain and sends it to the bottom two holes on each side. Trunk volume is 6.1 cubic feet with the roof open or closed, and, therefore, approximately equal to the coupe SLS AMG (6,2 cubic feet).

Outstanding material quality and finish

Leather and matte finish of the solid metal, or additional, genuine carbon fiber trim create an exclusive atmosphere and meet a genuine sense of the cockpit. It was made and decorative contrast stitching enhances the visual impact, improves hand look and reflects the attention to detail that is the hallmark of Design Mercedes.

Standard appointment Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster includes black leather Designo, heated AMG sport seats, a removable glass WindStop, COMAND system with navigation and DVD-player, alarm alarm with tilt sensor and interior control, dual-zone automatic climate control and KEYLESSGO starting function. Standard AIRSCARF ® system exclusively for Mercedes-Benz acts as an invisible scarf warming of head and neck of the occupants. It is integrated in the AMG sports seats back, and blows warm air from the vents in the headrests. The airflow can be adapted for different sizes of passengers using the adjustable louvers, and the level of heat can be selected in three stages at the touch of a button.

Leather lining roll bars with an integrated network of "Silver Shadow" You can look in conjunction with Designo exclusive leather to reduce turbulence in the cabin. Ambient lighting integrated into the electrically folding exterior mirrors.

Single-tone or two-tone leather in brown Designo espresso is available as a new interior colors - a darker shade of brown that blends perfectly with the new metallic paint AMG Sepang brown.

AMG Performance Media and Bang & Olufsen as optional highlights

In addition to the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG surround sound system, an additional allocation of other entertainment media AMG Performance. In an unprecedented way, the racing-inspired system combines multiple telemetry displays, such as engine data, lateral and linear acceleration and lap times on the racetrack. AMG Performance Media is activated by pressing the key in the AMG AMG DRIVE UNIT, and controlled by the controller system COMAND. Key features at a glance:

• Real-time display of engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid temperature
• Real-time display of engine power, torque and position of the accelerator
• Real-time display of individual tire pressure
• Real-time acceleration time from 0-60 miles / h or 0-100 km / h (as an alternative to a quarter of a mile)
• Real-time display of the lateral and linear acceleration combined with the braking performance and the accelerator position, including a memory function
• Record individual lap times on a closed track, with the sector times and memory function
• Integrating DRIVE UNIT, to save your data into memory and initiate RACE START

Different functions are shown AMG Performance Media color display integrated into the dashboard. Three displays are shown at any time, with the most important information is located in the center. Digital simulation tools dial with red pointers ensure outstanding clarity.

Specifically reinforced aluminum spaceframe, low curb weight

In addition to maximum comfort, a key factor in driving pleasure in the new SLS AMG Roadster has outstanding performance. The reason for this is an innovative body design: the chassis and body made of aluminum design that combines intelligent lightweight construction with high durability. At curb weight of 3661 kg (estimated) Roadster only 88 pounds heavier than the coupe. The result is a remarkable power to weight ratio of 6.5 pounds per horsepower.

To achieve the same level of dynamics - no fixed roof, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster includes several features specifically designed to strengthen the body, including side skirts with larger wall thickness and additional cameras. Dashboard cross-member is supported against the frame of the windscreen and the central tunnel of the additional racks, and a curved rack between the soft-top and tank strengthens the rear axle. The absence of a roof and gull-wing doors means that the open-top SLS AMG is the strengthening of cross-over seats to support fixed rollover protection system. It also contains 250-watt subwoofer explosion & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end sound system.

All this prevents unwanted vibrations from the beginning, and eliminates the need for additional, weight increasing vibration dampers, which are often found in open sports cars. Weight-optimized aluminum frame weighs 536 pounds, tipping the scales at just 4.5 pounds more than the gullwing model.

Intelligent mix of materials and a low center of gravity

50 percent of cleverly designed, and weight-optimized aluminum frame is made of aluminum, 26 percent of the aluminum sheet, 18 percent of cast aluminum and 6 percent were. The maximum passenger safety requires the use of ultra-high strength, heat-formed steel pillars.

The whole car was designed to achieve the lowest possible center of gravity. This applies to the lowest point of connection of the transmission and axles, as well as the location of the rigid structure of the body that was as low as possible. Examples include hard to bend and twist ties between the front and back of the cage and the safety of passengers, which were designed to use the power of paths that are as low as possible.

Powerful AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine with 563 hp

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster has the same muscular engine, gull-wing model. 6.3-liter V8 with a maximum output of 563 hp at 6800 rpm makes open-top SLS one of the most powerful sports cars in its segment. Its power to weight ratio of 6.5 pounds per horsepower. This naturally aspirated engine produces maximum torque of 479 lb-ft at 4750 rpm. Convertible SLS AMG accelerates from zero to 60 miles / h in 3.7 seconds (0-100 km / h in 3.8 seconds) and top speed is 197 miles / h / 317 km / h (electronically limited) - this means that roadster has almost identical performance wing of a seagull.

High-revving 6.3-liter V8 engine has the typical characteristics of powerful engine racing. It responds instantly and effortlessly to accelerator movements. The use of dry sump lubrication system can significantly lower the installation in a car that has a low center of gravity for higher lateral acceleration and thrilling driving dynamics.

Achieving the required targets fuel consumption

Despite his uncompromising sportiness, fuel consumption has also been considered. SLS AMG consumes 13.2 liters per 100 kilometers (NEDC combined), corresponding to CO2 emissions of 308 grams per kilometer. Efficiency improvements include familiar AMG-exclusive, friction optimized two-wire arc-spray coating on the cylinder walls, as well as on-demand card optimized oil supply and intelligent control of the generator: when an overflow phase motor, the kinetic energy is used to recharge the battery, and not just wasted heat. On the other hand, the generator is switched to idle during acceleration, thus reducing the load on the engine. Sophisticated technology allows the catalytic converter current and future emission standards such as Euro 5, LEV 2 and ULEV that must be met.

Rev-matching transmission with transaxle configuration and torque tube

AMG 6,3-liter V8 engine delivers its abundant power to the rear through an ultra-light carbon-fiber box driveshaft - similar to the setup used in the DTM C-Class car racing tour. On comparing the transmission is mounted on the rear (CAT), and connected to the casing of the engine with torque tube. Carbon shaft rotates at engine speed at the time of the pipe. The advantages of this complex solutions lie in the tight coupling between the engine and transmission, and, in turn, support the optimal power and torque.

SPEEDSHIFT DCT AMG 7-speed sports transmission boasts faster shifting gears without losing traction - in just 100 milliseconds. The driver a choice of four different driving modes: "C" (Controlled Efficiency), «S» (Sport), "S +" (Sport plus) or "M" (Manual). In sport, sport and manual modes, plus automatic mapping of function is activated, all modes can be selected via a convenient knob AMG DRIVE. RACE START function ensures optimum traction at full power launches off the ground - as well as mechanical differential lock, which is built into a compact body transfer.

Complex circuit suspension with double wishbone axle

The front mid-engine configuration, plus a box provides the perfect front / rear weight distribution from 47 to 53 percent. Mounting the engine behind the front axle made a perfect driving dynamics with precise steering, excellent agility, low inertia for a spontaneous change of direction, and outstanding traction. All four wheels are on the double-wishbone with a track rod technology, which has proved to be right up to Formula 1 motor racing. With double-wishbone axle, the location of the wheels and suspension functions remain separate, spring / depreciation rack supported on the lower wishbone. Double wishbone setup with the collapse of its high rigidity and a positive track is a wheel with minimal elastic movements, providing the driver optimum road contact feel when driving on the limit.

Wishbones, steering knuckles and hub carriers front and back are made entirely from forged aluminum - a significant reduction in unsprung masses, this configuration also noticeably improves suspension response. Wheelbase 105.5 inches, not only leads to an outstanding straight-line stability, but also low-load on the wheel changes, which significantly reduces the tendency of the vehicle to dive and squat under braking and acceleration. Wide track - 66.2 inches front, 65.1 inches rear - ensures a lower wheel load shifts from internal to external rotation of the wheel when providing tires to save more grip.

New Adaptive AMG Sport Suspension

The new AMG sports suspension adaptive electronically controlled damping available as an attractive alternative to the standard suspension, AMG sport. This gives the damping characteristics to be changed at the touch of a button. Using the buttons on the AMG DRIVE UNIT, the driver can choose his own suspension settings. There are three modes: "comfort", "Sport" and "Sport Plus". The current mode is displayed on the instrument cluster.

"Comfort" provides a sensitive response to the soft damping characteristics, and in the "Sport" mode, the shock absorbers have much stiffer response, depending on road conditions. This not only leads to improved road contact, but also effectively suppresses body roll and pitching. "Sports Plus" is ideal for demanding laps on the track: in addition to higher braking force, the regime comes to the specific control algorithms, which were made specifically for sporty driving. New, variable suspension also will be optionally available for SLS AMG coupe in the future.

Optional AMG ceramic high-performance two-piece braking system

AMG a powerful braking system with two parts of the brake discs on the front ensures extremely short braking distances, even with huge loads. The red-painted brake calipers on all four corners are available as an option. Additional ceramic two-piece brake discs with even more to provide even better braking. Ceramic brake discs perform at even higher operating temperatures due to their greater rigidity, all coupled with impressive weight loss by about 40 percent. Reducing unsprung mass to further enhance both comfort and grip, and reduced rotating mass on the front axle provides more direct steering response.

Lightweight construction was the key when it comes to wheels: alloy wheels with innovative flows forming principle reduce unsprung weight, improving driving performance and suspension comfort. In addition to the standard AMG twin 5-spoke alloy wheels, a 7-spoke wheels, which is available as a no cost option. Weight-optimized 10-spoke forged wheels available as an option. 265/35 R 19 (front) and 295/30 R 20 (rear) is designed specifically for the SLS AMG ensure optimum performance. Tire pressure monitoring system is standard to constantly monitor tire pressure of all four wheels, with a separate display for each tire.

Production in Sindelfingen, market launch in Fall 2011

Convertible super sports car will be manufactured at the largest Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen. AMG 6,3-liter V8 engine comes directly from the AMG engine workshop in Affalterbach, where she was hand picked in accordance with the traditional "one man, one engine" philosophy.

Selling price in Germany is € 195 160 (including 19% VAT). 2012 SLS AMG Roadster will make its U.S. debut in autumn 2011.

2011 Brabus Mercedes-Benz Hybrid and 4WD Full Electric

Said Mercedes tuner, Brabus, may be famous for all its powerful software settings, but their addiction to power does not necessarily mean that they do not have clean bones in the body.

Somewhat surprisingly, Brabus knocking at their inner affinity for the environment with the introduction of new technology Hybrid Project BRABUS. Hybrid vehicle program is based on CDI Mercedes E 220, but instead of his usual transmission, the car was equipped with four electric motors. There's a motor at each wheel, and each carries a 50 kW (67 hp) per share in economy mode and up to 80 kW (107 hp) each mode Sport. Four electric motors, then joined the 56 kWh lithium-ion battery, which further increases the total production of cars up to 320 kW (435 hp) and - get ready - 2360 lb / ft of torque. Wow.

Non translate into performance, which include 0-62 miles / h sprint time of 6.9 seconds, ECO-mode top speed of 118 miles / h and in Sport mode, the maximum speed of 137 miles / h. As a hybrid, special attention should be be given to the driving range and car BRABUS HYBRID technology project back very impressive 217 miles from the point of the battery with 90 minutes to recharge on 380 V three-phase network and up to five hours through a normal 220 V AC.

Brabus Technology Project Hybrid

For this project begins with a Brabus Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI diesel BlueEfficiency and turns it into a hybrid, electric filling in center of each rear wheel. Brabus appealed to the British manufacturer of electric motors Protean. Each engine produces 67 hp in economy mode and 107 hp in Sport mode, the maximum torque, however, is designed to 1180 Nm. The second part of the hybrid equation Brabus "is the stock 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine that gets the company ECO PowerXtra D3 kit, boosting output to 200 hp and 332 lb-ft increase from 170 hp and 295 lb-ft in stock form. Brabus claims that 0-62 miles / h acceleration time improved from 8.7 to 7.4 seconds. Hybrid will also work in zero-emission electric mode for up to 75 miles depending on the mode and style driving. 18.6 kWh lithium-ion battery is charged by regenerative braking or when connected to a fast or a normal charger. Hybrid gets standard performance Brabus and look quick updates, such Bilstein-developed suspension, body kit and interior trim.

Brabus High Performance 4WD Full Electric

Brabus has transformed the standard E-class in its high-performance 4WD electric concept complete, removing the gas engine and transmission. Electrical components such as batteries were stuffed under the hood, in the propeller tunnel, and the area of ​​the fuel tank. For power, Brabus uses the same Protean Electric motors and power seats, one in all four wheel units total production peak of 429 hp and 2360 Nm of torque. Brabus EV needs only an estimated 6.9 seconds to accelerate from 0-62 miles / h and top speed is limited to 137 miles / h (red line the motor speed to 2000 revolutions per minute).

According to Brabus, each engine weighs only 68 pounds, has a diameter of 16.5 inches and a thickness of 4.5 inches. The engines are powered by a 56-kWh lithium-ion battery charged by regenerative braking or fast or normal to connect the units. 380 fast-charge the unit will charge batteries in 1.5 hours, providing a range of up to 217 miles based on the new European driving cycle, (NEDC). Uses standard 220V outlet takes about five hours to fully charge.

Both of these concepts to their debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Although the release says that this "prototype - not for sale," We believe that if you went to the Brabus with a big enough check, they would be happy to build you one in the not too distant future.

Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a mini MPV produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz. The first generation (W168) was introduced in 1997, and the all-new second generation model (W169) appeared in late 2004. It is available as a three or five-door mini MPV. It is Mercedes' entry level model in most of its worldwide markets, though not in North America or India; the B-Class is the entry model in China, South Korea, Canada, Australia and Mexico, and the C-Class is the entry model in the US and India.

Production of the W168 A-Class began in 1997. Its front engine, front wheel drive layout was quite unusual for Mercedes. To date, about 1.6 million units have been sold worldwide.

One innovation of the W168 was a frontal-impact absorption system called the "Sandwich" (see patents DE4326 9 and DE4400132 in the name of Mercedes-Benz). In the event of a violent frontal impact, the engine and transmission would slide underneath the floor below the pedals rather than entering the passenger compartment.

The W168 became infamous in 1997 after flipping over during the traditional "moose test" performed by the Swedish automobile publication Teknikens Värld. According to the report, the W168 overturned when maneuvering to avoid the "moose". Mercedes initially denied the problem, but then took the surprising step of recalling all units sold to date (2,600) and suspending distribution until the problem was solved by adding electronic stability control and modifying the suspension.

Driving assistance
The car is designed according to Mercedes-Benz concept of 'Touch And Feel' (TAF).

The multi-function steering wheel places controls for the radio, telephone, and other systems conveniently within reach of the thumbs of the driver. Power steering (standard feature) aids control of the automobile, with its behaviour varying according to the vehicle's speed.

The Mercedes COMAND APS is a navigation system which provides directions via GPS. The radio unit also provides DVD and telephone functionality, with various versions available (standard Audio 20 radio/single CD, Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS).

The Parktronic system provides audio and visual signals to indicate how far the car is from an obstacle.

The A-class optionally includes a "Light & Sight" package which includes bi-xenon HID headlamps with gas-discharge bulbs; cornering lights (main-beam headlamps at road junctions and tight corners); "Headlamp Assist, which automatically turns on the lights when needed; and a rain sensor that adjusts wiper speed depending on rainfall intensity.

As a standard feature, when entering a tunnel or an underground garage the car goes into "tunnel mode", where all windows and the panoramic sliding sunroof are closed.

Temperature control
The standard temperature control system has separate temperature settings for driver and front passenger sides, and includes a "Heater Booster System" that can flood the interior of the car with hot air.

The optional Themotronic system maintains and regulates the temperature in accordance with a set of sensors that measure temperature, sunlight, humidity and pollutant levels in the ambient air.

Safety
A number of new features were made available in the W169 model.

The biggest was the immediate fitment of a newly invented device, Electronic Stability Control. ESP is standard on every Mercedes-Benz (produced after 1999).

The car is constructed with high-strength steel alloys with bonded joints. It has a large number of airbags including optional rear side airbags (for side-impacts in the backseats), optional side-curtain airbags, and standard head and thorax-protection side airbags. The front airbags are adaptive with two-stage gas generators operating according to the severity of accident.

The force exerted by the seat belt system during a collision adapts dynamically depending upon the collision characteristics. The 'active' head restraints (standard for driver and front passenger) give enhanced protection from neck injury, especially during rear collisions.

The angle of the A-pillar is flatter than the windshield angle.

Passenger and cargo space

The cargo capacity of the W169 was increased by 15 percent compared with the W168. The seats can be moved and configured in various ways:
EASY-ENTRY: Front seats slides forwards with the backrest folded forwards to afford the rear seat passengers more room for getting in and out. (standard on three-door)
EASY-VARIO: Both rear-seat cushion sections are folded forward, while the luggage compartment floor can be set to one of two different heights. (standard on five-door; optional on three-door)
EASY-VARIO-PLUS: Both rear-seat cushion and the front passenger seat are folded forward. Increases load capacity to as much as 1995 litres. (optional on five-door)

Engine and drive system 
The 200 Turbo version is characterized by its dual exhaust

Seven types of motors are available, and all are four-cylinders: four petrol (gasoline) (A150, A170, A200, A200Turbo) and three diesel (160CDI, 180CDI, 200CDI) partnered with either 5 or 6-speed manual gearbox. A continuously variable transmission system called "Autotronic Constantly Variable Transmission" (CVT) is an optional feature.

The petrol A200 Turbo provides 193 hp (144 kW) and 280 N·m (207 lb·ft) of torque (rotational force); the diesel A200 CDI has 140 hp (104 kW) and 300 N·m (221 lb·ft).

It is estimated that the W169 engines provide a 40% increase in power and a 10% decrease in fuel consumption compared to W168 engines.

The most powerful model can take the car from a standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.0 seconds, and has a top speed of 218 km/h (135 mph). The newly developed direct-injection CDI diesel units use a common-rail direct injection system that improves fuel consumption and reduces exhaust emissions and noise levels.

All the engines meet the tight EU4 emissions limits. A particulate filter system is available as an option for the diesel units which reduces the particulate emissions by about 99% without the need for additives.

The A-Class is a front wheel drive car and features traction control (ASR) as standard, as well as electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes (ABS).

Handling is improved by precision tracking and anti-roll support, and by a Parabolic Rear Axle.

A "Selective Damping System", in which the shock absorber forces respond differently according to conditions, is standard. For example, under normal conditions it operates at soft absorption; while cornering at speed it changes to full damping force.

The W169 optionally comes with light-alloy wheels, with a run-flat feature, Tirefit tire sealant and a tire-pressure-loss warning device.

Tire sizes are:
185/65 R 15 with wheel trim (classic model)
185/65 R 15 light-alloy wheels (elegance model)
195/55 R 16 light-alloy wheels (avantgarde model)

The 2009 A-Class (W169 Facelift, shown in the spring of 2008 and on the road that year) features redesigned front and rear bumpers, new tail lamps and headlights, new grille, new exterior mirrors, a restyled interior design and new upholsteries and colors. The 2009 A-Class was released alongside the refreshed 2009 M-Class and B-Class. The car is also available with Active Park Assist, which enables the car to parallel park itself, with only throttle and brake inputs required from the driver.

Production of the W169 facelift will begin in June 2011, for introduction as a 2012 model.

It has been reported in the press that a successor to the W169 will be launched during 2011 and will feature a significantly different body design more akin to that of cars like the Volkswagen Golf rather than continuing the "tall but small" sandwich floor design of the first two generations of A-Class. This would move the A-class into small family car class rather than staying in the supermini class..

The Mercedes A-Class E-Cell was introduced in September 2010 and debuted at the October 2010 Paris Motor Show. The E-Cell has a range of 200 kilometres (124.3 mi) capable of developing a peak output of 70 kW (94 hp), a continuous power rating of 50 kW (67 hp) and a maximum torque of 290 N·m (214 lb-ft). The Mercedes A-Class E-Cell can accelerate from 0-60 km/h (37 mph) in 5.5 seconds, and its top speed is 150 kilometres per hour (93 mph).

Tesla Motors, as part of its collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, is building electric powertrain components for the E-Cell. The 36 kW battery contains approximately 4,000 individual lithium-ion cells.

Mercedes has developed a modular system for electric vehicles with battery and fuel-cell. This system allows the efficient use of shared parts in all the brand's electric vehicles. Thanks to the modular approach the electric drive of the A‑Class E‑Cell is also used in the B‑Class F‑Cell, and the energy storage units in the A‑Class EV are the same as the battery in the Smart fortwo electric drive.

A limited production of 500 A-Class E-Cell electric cars will be built, for trial purposes, at the Mercedes Rastatt plant, near Stuttgart beginning in September 2010. As part of a demonstration program, the cars will be leased to selected customers in several European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Daimler is not planning to sell the electric version outside of Europe.

A200 normal aspiration
Displacement: 2034 cc
Power: 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 5750 rpm
Rated Torque: 185 N·m (136 ft·lbf) @ 3500 rpm - 4000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed Auto CVT
Top Speed: 195 km/h (121 mph)
Wheels: 6j x 16
Tires: 195/55 R16



Production    2004–present
Assembly   

• Kecskemét, Hungary
• Rastatt, Germany
• Thonburi, Thailand (TAAP)

Body style    

• 5-door mini MPV
• 3-door mini MPV

Layout    FF layout
Platform    Mercedes-Benz W169
Engine    

• 2.0L Diesel I4
• 1.5L I4
• 1.7L I4
• 2.0L I4

Transmission    

• 5-speed manual
• 6-speed manual
• CVT

Length    

• 2004-08: 3,838 mm (151.1 in)
• 2009- 3,883 mm (152.9 in)

Width    1,764 mm (69.4 in)
Height    1,593 mm (62.7 in)

2012 Mercedes SLK 250 CDI

Mercedes-Benz announced that they will debut their updated model for its flagship SLK convertible at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but with an unprecedented twist on the German luxury brand: a diesel fuel.

That is, for the first time, SLK will be presented four turbo diesel engine. 2012 SLK 250 CDI comes full of features and a few drops of technologies, including their 7G-TRONIC PLUS transmission, the magic of the roof of the sky, and Airscarf.

More than just a few upgrades, a new super-dream SLK offers extended credit to go to a cabin and trunk, more control over steering and braking systems for the processing of physical attractiveness of diesel and three gasoline engines, if you so choose.

At a price of $ 60 065, is one of the most expensive roadster in its market, but promises to be fun, and, of course, luxurious.

The SLK is a compact roadster manufactured by Mercedes-Benz in three generations; R170 launched in 1996, the R171 in 2004 and R172 in 2011.

As one of the first modern retractable hardtop convertibles, the SLK followed the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT Spyder and preceded other retractable hardtops such as the Peugeot 206cc, Lexus SC, Pontiac G6 and the Chrysler Sebring. The SLK Vario-roof was first shown on the SLK II concept car at the 1994 Paris Motor Show. The car went on sale two years later in Europe, and in 1997 in the US. The SLK is built in Bremen, Germany.

The designation SLK derives from the company's design mission to create a roadster that was at once sporty, light and short — in German: Sportlich, Leicht und Kurz.

R170 range summary

Not all models were exported to all markets.

• SLK 200 (1996-2000) - 2.0 L (1998 cc) 136 bhp (101 kW; 138 PS) I4
• SLK 200 Kompressor (2000-2004) - 2.0 L (1998 cc) 163 bhp (122 kW; 165 PS) I4 supercharged engine, 0-60 mph in 8.2 seconds, top speed of 223 km/h (138 mph).
• SLK 230 Kompressor (1996-2000) - 2.3 L (2295 cc) 193 bhp (144 kW; 196 PS) I4 supercharged engine
• SLK 230 Kompressor (2000-2004) - 2.3 L (2295 cc) 197 bhp (147 kW; 200 PS) I4 supercharged engine, 0-60 mph in 6.9 seconds, top speed of 240 km/h (148 mph).
• SLK 320 (2000-2004) - 3.2 L (3199 cc) 218 bhp (163 kW; 221 PS) V6 engine, 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds, top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph).
• SLK 32 AMG (2001-2004) - 3.2 L (3199 cc) 349 bhp (260 kW; 354 PS) V6 engine, 0-62 mph in 5.2 seconds.

The second generation SLK vehicle was unveiled in 74th Geneva Motor Show in March 2004 with a new body, new engines and new interior. Known by its code name R171, the exterior featured a new Formula One-inspired front design, and also took design cues from the Mercedes-Benz Vision SLA concept car from 2000.

For 2005 the SLK was named one of Car and Driver Ten Best and won the Canadian Car of the Year's Best New Convertible award.

Models of the new SLK include:

• SLK 200 Kompressor - 1.8 L 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) I4 supercharged engine, 0–100 km/h (62 mph) 7.9 seconds, top speed of 143 mph. (not available in Canada and the United States)
• SLK 300 (known as SLK 280 in some markets) - 3.0 L (2996 cc) 170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) double overhead cam V6 engine, 0–100 km/h (62 mph) 6.3 seconds, top speed 155 mph. (starting in 2006 model year)
• SLK 350 - new 3.5 L (3498 cc) 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp) double overhead cam V6 engine, 0–100 km/h (62 mph) 5.4 seconds, top speed 155 mph (electronically limited).
• SLK 55 AMG - 5.4 L (5439 cc) 265 kW (360 PS; 355 hp) V8 engine, 0–100 km/h (62 mph) 4.9 seconds (official time), tested speed 4.3 seconds, top speed 155 mph (249 km/h). A tuned version of this was used as the Formula One safety car, replaced by CLK 63 AMG at the beginning of 2006 Season. The SLK55 AMG was the first Mercedes tuned by AMG's Performance Studio to a Black Series model.

Mercedes-Benz announced the new SLK in the autumn of 2010, several months prior to its official 2011 launch, allowing car magazines to drive disguised test cars. The company took the unusual step of issuing several press releases in October and November 2010 announcing new features such as "Magic Sky Control". In January 2011 the car was officially announced.

The SLK 55 AMG was announced in August 2011, it features a normally aspirated 5.5 liter V8 with 422hp (310kW) and can reach 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.