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Mercedes-AMG GmbH
AMG logo.svg
ТипДочерняя компания ( GmbH )
ПромышленностьАвтомобильная промышленность
Основан1967 ; 54 года назад (как AMG Motorenbau und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH) Burgstall ad Murr , Германия (1967)
УчредителиХанс Вернер Ауфрехт
Эрхард Мельхер
СудьбаПриобретена DaimlerChrysler (1999 г. ) и работает под управлением Daimler AG. (1999)
Штаб-квартира
Affalterbach
,
Германия
Обслуживаемая площадьпо всему миру
Ключевые людиФилипп Шимер (председатель правления) [1]
Продукты
  • А
  • C
  • CL
  • CLA
  • CLS
  • CLK
  • E
  • грамм
  • GLA
  • GLB
  • GLC
  • GLE
  • GLS
  • GT
  • р
  • S
  • SL
  • SLC
  • SLK
  • SLS
УслугиИсследования и разработки
Количество работников~ 2 900
РодительМерседес-Бенц АГ [1]
Веб-сайтwww .mercedes-amg .com

Mercedes-AMG GmbH , широко известная как AMG , является высокопроизводительным дочерним предприятием Mercedes-Benz AG . [1] AMG самостоятельно нанимает инженеров и заключает контракты с производителями для настройки автомобилей Mercedes-Benz AMG. Штаб-квартира компании находится в Аффальтербахе , Баден-Вюртемберг , Германия.

Изначально AMG была независимой инженерной фирмой, специализирующейся на улучшении характеристик автомобилей Mercedes-Benz. DaimlerChrysler AG приобрела контрольный пакет акций в 1999 году, а затем стала единственным владельцем AMG в 2005 году. Mercedes-AMG GmbH в настоящее время является стопроцентной дочерней компанией Mercedes-Benz AG [1], принадлежащей Daimler AG . [2]

Модели AMG обычно имеют более агрессивный внешний вид, более высокий уровень производительности, лучшую управляемость, лучшую стабильность и более широкое использование углеродного волокна, чем их обычные аналоги Mercedes-Benz. [3] Модели AMG, как правило, являются самым дорогим и высокопроизводительным вариантом каждого класса Mercedes-Benz. [3]

Варианты AMG обычно обозначаются двумя цифрами, в отличие от обычных автомобилей Mercedes-Benz, у которых их три (например, «C 63» вместо «C 320»). [4] Цифры не всегда обозначают объем двигателя, а скорее дань уважения более ранним историческим автомобилям, таким как 300 SEL 6,3 литра . Например, более новые модели AMG V8, такие как C 63, на самом деле имеют 4,0-литровый двигатель V8.

Первый в мире автономный дилерский центр Mercedes-AMG, AMG Sydney, был открыт в Сиднее, Австралия, в 2018 году [5].

История [ править ]

Логотип AMG на Mercedes E 63 AMG (W212)

AMG была основана в 1967 году как кузница гоночных двигателей под названием AMG Motorenbau und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH (AMG Engine Production and Development, Ltd.) бывшими инженерами Mercedes-Benz Хансом Вернером Ауфрехтом и Эрхардом Мельхером в Бургстолл-ан-дер-Мурр , недалеко от Штутгарта . Буквы AMG обозначают Ауфрехт, Мельхер и Гроссаспах (город, где родился Ауфрехт). В 1976 году большая часть AMG переехала в Аффальтербах, а разработка гоночных двигателей оставалась на старом месте в Бургстолле. В это время Эрхард Мельчер перестал быть партнером, но продолжал работать в офисе Burgstall.

В 1993 году, когда AMG стала крупным поставщиком модифицированных автомобилей Mercedes-Benz, Daimler-Benz AG и AMG подписали договор о сотрудничестве, позволяющий AMG использовать обширную дилерскую сеть Daimler-Benz и приводить к созданию широко разрабатываемых автомобилей (первые один из них - Mercedes-Benz E 50 AMG, 1993 г.).

1 января 1999 года DaimlerChrysler AG (так она называлась в период с 1998 по 2007 год) приобрела 51 процент акций AMG, и AMG была переименована в Mercedes-AMG GmbH. [6] Разработка гоночных двигателей была прекращена и продолжает существовать в Burgstall под названием HWA (инициалы Ауфрехта). 1 января 2005 года Ауфрехт продал оставшиеся ему акции DaimlerChrysler, и с тех пор Mercedes-AMG GmbH является 100-процентной дочерней компанией Daimler AG. [7]

Развитие ассортимента [ править ]

Колесо дорожное с пятью спицами AMG 8JX16, версия 1

Компания AMG начала с разработки и тестирования гоночных двигателей. Компания расширила свой бизнес, создав индивидуальные дорожные автомобили на базе стандартных автомобилей Mercedes. Первоначально AMG производила ряд неофициальных пакетов обновлений и аксессуаров, в основном для Mercedes-Benz R107 и C107 (родстер SL 1971–1989 гг.), [8] Mercedes-Benz W116 (S-класс 1972–1980 гг.), Mercedes-Benz W123 (1976 г. –1985 E-класс), Mercedes-Benz W124 (1984–1997 E-класс), Mercedes-Benz W126 (1979–1992 S-класс), Mercedes-Benz R129 (1989–2001 SL родстер) и Mercedes-Benz W201 (1990–1993 C-класс) модели.

В течение начала 1980-х и вплоть до 1990 года AMG предлагала широкий выбор двигателей, легкосплавных дисков и продуктов для стайлинга как полностью независимая от Daimler-Benz компания. В 1990 году AMG подписала соглашение о сотрудничестве с Daimler-Benz, и опции и автомобили AMG были затем предложены в автосалонах Mercedes-Benz; В 1999 году Daimler AG, тогда известная как DaimlerChrysler AG, купила контрольный пакет акций AMG и сделала их частью официального модельного ряда Mercedes-Benz. [9]

Типичные улучшения характеристик AMG, которые покупатель мог заказать по индивидуальному заказу, включали увеличенный рабочий объем двигателя (5,2 литра, 5,4 литра), верхние части производительности с портом и полированными головками и впуском, облегченный механизм клапанов и более агрессивные кулачки. Двигатель DOHC 32V также был только что разработан и был вершиной технических характеристик AMG. Пятиступенчатую механическую коробку передач Getrag можно было заказать в AMG, а Mercedes не предлагал механическую коробку передач V8 с начала 1970-х годов.

В тот же период предлагались рабочие колеса 15 или 16 дюймов ATS AMG Five Spoke Road Wheels, обычно называемые Pentas. На самом деле Penta была британской компанией, которая дополнила высокий спрос на колеса AMG в то время репликой и лишь очень незначительной разницей в стиле, но они не были произведены или одобрены AMG. Оригинальные колеса AMG часто сочетались с пакетом подвески AMG, который включал в себя завышенные и заниженные пружины и амортизаторы с измененными клапанами.

Еще одним популярным косметическим обновлением стали обвесы AMG. Они варьировались от тонких передних спойлеров до агрессивных комплектов Wide Body для купе W126. Среди других опций были сиденья Recaro , рулевые колеса меньшего диаметра, приборные панели, опция удаления хрома (все с цветовой кодировкой Brightworks или окрашенные в черный матовый цвет), холодильники, ручки переключения передач, стереосистемы Hi-Fi, индивидуальная обивка и улучшенные пакеты из дерева в салоне.

Выпуск в 1986 году седана AMG Hammer, основанного на W124 E-Class , поднял технические характеристики AMG для быстрого седана среднего размера на новый уровень. AMG сделала самый быстрый в мире пассажирский седан по прозвищу Hammer [10] , втиснув 5,6-литровый V8 Mercedes, настроенный AMG на 360 л.с., в седан среднего размера. Он был очень агрессивным для той эпохи, с 32-клапанными головками блока цилиндров и двумя распредвалами, и, как говорили, был быстрее, чем Lamborghini Countach с 60 до 120 миль в час. [11]Более поздние модели были еще более мощными и представили 17-дюймовые колеса AMG Aero 1 Hammer. 1986 был также годом, когда Mercedes представил двигатель 560 M117. Это дало клиентам еще одну возможность заказать самый большой объем двигателя AMG, доступный в то время, 6-литровый двигатель SOHC или DOHC диаметром 100 мм, доступный как для купе, так и для седанов W126.

В начале 2000-х годов AMG уделяла основное внимание двигателям V8 и V6 с наддувом , но компания официально отказалась от этой технологии в 2006 году, представив безнаддувный 6,2-литровый двигатель M156 V8 . 16 января 2006 года председатель Mercedes-AMG Фолькер Морнхинвег сообщил AutoWeek, что компания будет использовать турбонаддув для повышения мощности, а не наддув. В 2011 году AMG выпустила M157 5.5L bi-turbo V8, который вытеснил M156 в своих полноразмерных автомобилях, таких как S-Class и CL-Class (и просачивается в CLS, E-Class и ML. -класс). В 2012 году председатель Mercedes-AMG Олла Каллениус заявил, что Mercedes-AMG не будет производить дизельные двигатели, чтобы конкурировать с три-турбо дизелями BMW (линейка BMW M Performance).[12]

Автомобиль Mercedes AMG DTM (2003 г.)

Хотя в 1980-х годах были некоторые модели AMG с механическими коробками передач, почти все последние модели использовали автоматику ( 5G-Tronic и позже 7G-Tronic с Speedshift), в отличие от BMW M , в котором использовались механические и недавно автоматические трансмиссии (нынешний тип будучи трансмиссией с двойным сцеплением ). Однако, начиная с 2009 года, AMG начала применять семиступенчатую автоматическую коробку передач AMG SpeedShift MCT .

Хотя они считаются наиболее хорошо известные в доме настройки дивизии, Mercedes-AMG имеет значительно иную философию , чем BMW M . По сравнению с BMW M Mercedes-AMG «менее узок в своей спортивной направленности, но все же сочетает в себе характеристики кувалды с расслабленным управлением, культурным комфортом и практичностью». [13]

В то время как основатели Ханс Вернер Ауфрехт и Эрхард Мельхер делали упор на правильных гоночных автомобилях, Mercedes-AMG в последние годы значительно отклонился от этой философии, поскольку их предложения были хорошо известны благодаря прямолинейному ускорению, но плохой управляемости. Тем не менее, нынешний председатель Mercedes-AMG Фолькер Морнхинвег призвал подразделение вернуться к своим корням создания спортивных автомобилей. [14]

Автоспорт [ править ]

AMG 300 SEL 6.8, «Красная свинья» (1971)

В конце 1960-х - начале 1970-х годов AMG участвовала в гонках «24 часа Спа» 1971 года и чемпионате Европы по кузовным гонкам на большом седане Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3 V8, ласково названном «Красная свинья» . AMG и Mercedes вместе работали над автомобилями Mercedes-Benz W201 для Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft 1988 года (DTM, German Touring Car Championship). Компания AMG стала официальным партнером.

Когда в 1999 году DaimlerChrysler приобрела контрольный пакет акций AMG, отдел автоспорта был передан HWA AG . Их первой машиной стал злополучный Mercedes-Benz CLR . С 2000 года HWA производит и эксплуатирует автомобили для Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM), а также двигатель M271, настроенный для использования в Формуле 3 .

В 2000 году завод AMG построил полностью модифицированный одноразовый Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK 55 в качестве специального гоночного автомобиля для участия в 7-дневной гонке Targa Tasmania 2001 года. Мик Духан был штатным водителем Mercedes-Benz AMG. [15]

Дисплей двигателя AMG на заводе Pagani

Шесть последовательных слегка модифицированных моделей Mercedes-Benz AMG (в том числе, совсем недавно, C190 GT R) выступали в качестве автомобилей безопасности на чемпионате мира FIA Formula One World Championship.

Since 2010, the SLS AMG GT3 and the AMG GT3 has been competing in GT competitions around the world, such as the FIA GT3 European Championship, Blancpain Endurance Series, Blancpain Sprint Series, VLN, 24 Hours of Nurburgring, British GT Championship, Super GT, Australian GT Championship, Bathurst 12 Hour, Dubai 24 Hour, Macau GT Cup and Pirelli World Challenge.

In late 2011, after the end of the Formula One season, Mercedes GP Petronas announced that it would be using the AMG branding for its F1 efforts, changing its name to Mercedes AMG Petronas for the 2012 season onwards.[16]

Three AMG E-Class V8 Supercars competed in the Australian Supercars Championship from 2013 to 2015, operated by Erebus Motorsport under the AMG Customer Sports Program.[17]

Relationship with Pagani[edit]

AMG also provides engines for the Zonda and Huayra cars. The M297 7,291 cc displacement V12 engines were originally used in the 1995 SL 73 AMG. It is the largest displacement naturally aspirated engine provided by AMG and is now exclusively used by Pagani.

Relationship with Aston Martin[edit]

On July 25, 2013, Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd and Daimler AG announced moves towards a technical partnership with Mercedes-AMG GmbH. The deal will see Aston Martin access significant Mercedes-AMG GmbH and Mercedes-Benz Cars' resources, allowing the development of bespoke V8 powertrains and the use of certain components of electric/electronic architecture. Daimler AG now owns a stake of 5% of non-voting shares in Aston Martin, joining existing shareholders Investment DAR, Adeem Investment and Investindustrial. The technical partnership will support Aston Martin's launch of a new generation of models and newly developed bespoke V8 powertrains.[18][19][20]

For the 2021 Formula One World Championship, the German marque will share the role of official Safety Car supplier with Aston Martin.

Current AMG models[edit]

AMG carbon fibre engine cover

All AMG engines - with the exception of the "35" M260 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo and "43" M276 3.0 L V6 Bi-Turbo engine, as well as various other "43" and "53" models using the new M256 inline 6 engine - are hand built using a "one man, one engine" philosophy at the current AMG plant in Affalterbach, Germany. To signify this, each AMG engine builder stamps the engines they produce with an engraved plaque depicting their signature. According to Mercedes-Benz, there are only about 50 AMG engine builders.[21]

As part of the official Mercedes product line, the AMG models are sold side by side with regular production models, unlike those offered by other Mercedes tuning firms such as Brabus.

E 63 AMG carbon ceramic brake Geneva auto show 2011

"35" M260 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG A 35
  • Mercedes-AMG CLA 35
  • Mercedes-AMG GLA 35
  • Mercedes-AMG GLB 35

"45" M139 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG A 45/A 45 S 4MATIC+
  • Mercedes-AMG CLA 45/CLA 45 S 4MATIC+
  • Mercedes-AMG GLA 45/GLA 45 S 4MATIC+

At 310 kW (416 hp) and 500 nm in the 45 S variant, the M139 is the world's most powerful four-cylinder engine in serial production with a specific output of 208 hp per litre or 104 hp per cylinder.

"43" M276 3.0 L V6 Bi-Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG C 43
  • Mercedes-AMG SLC 43
  • Mercedes-AMG GLC 43

With the launch of the 3.0l V6 gasoline engine with direct injection and twin turbo-charging, called M276 DE30AL, a new member has been added to the approved M276 V6 gasoline engine series.

"43" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG GT 43 4-Door Coupé

"53" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG E 53 (A238/C238/W213/S213)
  • Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 (C257)
  • Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupé
  • Mercedes-AMG GLE 53

These are powered by the new Mercedes-Benz M 256 inline six cylinder engine.

"63" M177/M178 4.0 L V8 Bi-Turbo[edit]

Mercedes-AMG GT
  • Mercedes-AMG C 63
  • Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupe
  • Mercedes-AMG E 63
  • Mercedes-AMG GT
  • Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-Door Coupé
  • Mercedes-AMG S 63
  • Mercedes-AMG GLC 63
  • Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 Coupe
  • Mercedes-AMG G 63 (W463) second generation

Launched in the UK market in April 2015,[22] the 4-litre M178 V8 uses an unusual configuration where the position of the intake and exhaust are reversed, to create a more compact engine and hence vehicle design. This "hot inside v" configuration, as AMG calls it, has the exhaust gasses exiting into the central v area of the engine block where the engine's twin turbochargers are also mounted.

Previous AMG models[edit]

In addition to the models listed above, there were also predecessors to the current AMG models.

"65" M275 6.0 L V12 Bi-Turbo[edit]

Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG (2012)

The models listed below were powered by a variant of the Mercedes-Benz M275 engine.

  • 2004–2013 S65 AMG
  • 2004–2014 CL65 AMG
  • 2004–2011 SL65 AMG
  • 2012–2018 G65 AMG
  • 2012–2018 Mercedes-AMG SL 65
  • 2014–2019 Mercedes-AMG S 65

The AMG power-plant has an all-new design of the bi-turbo system, which features larger turbochargers and a new, more powerful charge-air cooling system, and the increase in the engine displacement (to 5980 cc) as well as many other engine design measures.[23] This allows it to produce a claimed 621 horsepower and 738 lb⋅ft (1,001 N⋅m) of torque.

"65" models used a 5-speed automatic transmission for a long time, as the newer 7G-Tronic wasn't able to handle the torque from the V12 engines. This was changed with the introduction of 2012 SL 65 AMG, which uses the same AMG SpeedShift MCT transmission as the rest of the AMG line-up.[24]

Coinciding with the facelift of the CL-Class for the 2011 model year, the 2011 CL 65 AMG had an enhanced engine. AMG redesigned the exhaust gas turbochargers and added new engine electronics. It produced 621 horsepower, pushing the car from 0–60 miles per hour (0–97 km/h) in 4.2 seconds (0.2 seconds faster than the 2011 CL 63), with an electronically limited top speed of 186 miles per hour (299 km/h). The update also improved fuel economy and reduced carbon emissions by 3.5% over the outgoing model.[25][26]

"63" M157 5.5 L V8 Bi-Turbo[edit]

The models listed below were powered by the M157 variant of the Mercedes-Benz M278 engine.

  • Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 (W218)
  • Mercedes-AMG E 63 (W212)
  • Mercedes-AMG G 63 (W463)
  • Mercedes-AMG GL 63 (X166 pre-facelift)
  • Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 (W166 facelift)
  • Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 (X166 facelift)
  • Mercedes-AMG M 63 (W166 pre-facelift)
  • Mercedes-AMG S 63 (W222 pre-facelift)
  • Mercedes-AMG SL 63 (R231)
E 63 AMG 4MATIC T
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Rumoured in 2009 and confirmed in 2010, AMG developed the M157, a 5.5-litre V8 with direct fuel injection and twin turbochargers. Power is rated at up to 577 bhp (430 kW; 585 PS) at 5,250-5,750rpm with a peak torque of 664 lb⋅ft (900 N⋅m) made between 2,000rpm and 4,500rpm (the amount of power and torque depends on model, but these are the maximum ratings).[27][28] Both engines are mated to Mercedes-Benz's 7-speed MCT transmission.[29][30][31]Unlike the M156 naturally aspirated 6.2 L V8, which was developed entirely within AMG, the M157 is based upon the M278 used in the regular Mercedes-Benz S-Class and CL-Class.[32] The M157 boasts 25% better fuel economy (10.5 litres per 100 kilometres versus 14.4 L/100 km in the European driving cycle) over the M156, meaning it avoids the US Gas Guzzler Tax for the first time ever, despite having up to 47 horsepower more. The M157's increased torque from both the regular version and performance package means the engine can be shifted into a taller gear sooner, keeping engine revs and fuel consumption to a minimum. The new M157 has an engine start/stop mode and is lightweight at 204 kg.[29][30][31] The M157 is said to be ideal for powering full-size sedans such as the S-Class, but the older M156 remains in production, as its more precise throttle response is still well suited to smaller sportier models (the C-Class), until the 2015 model arrives, which is powered by a 4.0 liter V8.[33]

5.5 L V8 BiTurbo models carry the "63" model designation, shared with the 6.2L V8 models.[34] Visually, the 2011 S 63 AMG is differentiated from the 2010 model (itself face-lifted over the 2009 S 63) by the more angular design of the chromed dual exhaust tips, which also sport embossed AMG logos, as well as new forged wheels.[35] For the CL 63 AMG, the new M157 engine coincides with the facelift of the CL-Class for the 2011 model year.

Despite common belief, 65 AMG models are typically faster than their 63 AMG counterparts. An S 63 AMG accelerates faster and handles better than an S 65 AMG (due to 4-wheel drive and decreased weight), and an SL 63 AMG accelerates faster than an SL 65 AMG due to decreased torque, lower weight, and better balance by use of the V8.[36][37]

Since 2013, AMG models with the S-Model package feature all-wheel drive, which allows for better handling and better acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S has been tested to accelerate to 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds, with a quarter mile time of 11.6 seconds.[38] This made it the quickest production sedan at the time. MotorTrend tested the 2014 E 63 AMG S with the M157 engine to produce an estimated 676 bhp (504 kW; 685 PS) and 631 lb⋅ft (856 N⋅m).[39]

"63" M156 6.2 L V8[edit]

  • 2008 C63 AMG, C63 AMG Black Series (Sedan and Wagon) (facelifted for the 2012 model year)
  • Mercedes E63 AMG (W211)
  • Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG, CLK 63 AMG Black Series
  • Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG (2009-2012)
  • Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG
  • Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG
  • Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG (W212, 2009-2011)
  • 2010 SLS AMG (M159)

AMG developed its own V8 engine (dubbed M156 in development) for the DTM series. The M156 produces 451 horsepower and 443 ft-lbs of torque. The M156, in various states of tune, was used in models such as the SL 63, E 63, CLS 63, and S 63 until it was replaced by the M157 5.5 L Biturbo V8.

In 2009, AMG developed the M159 engine, which is based on the M156 engine, to use in SLS AMG. The M159 produces 583 horsepower and 489 lb-ft of torque in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT, and 622 horsepower and 468 lb-ft in the SLS AMG Black Series.[40][41] There are also other AMG nameplates no longer in production:

  • 1988–1993 190E AMG 3.2
  • 1988–1993 300E AMG 3.4E, AMG 3.4CE, AMG 3.4TE
  • 1992 "The Hammer" AMG Widebody Coupe
  • 1993–1994 E 60 AMG
  • 1994–1995 E 36 AMG
  • 1995, 1997 S 70 AMG
  • 1995, 1998–2001 SL 73 AMG
  • 1996–1998 SL 60 AMG
  • 1995–1997 C 36 AMG
  • 1997–2000 C 43 AMG
  • 1996–1998 E 36 AMG
  • 1996–1997 E 50 AMG
  • 1998–2002 E 55 AMG
  • 1998–2002 CLK-GTR AMG
  • 2001–2004 SLK 32 AMG
  • 2002–2004 C 32 AMG
  • 2005–2006 C 55 AMG
  • 2005–2006 CLK DTM AMG
  • 2007 R 63 AMG
  • 2009 CLK 63 AMG and CLK 63 AMG Black Series

"55" M152 5.5 L V8[edit]

  • AMG SLK 55

The M152 is a naturally aspirated, detuned version of the M157 Biturbo V8. This V8 will be used for the 2012 SLK 55 AMG, and it produces 415 hp and 398 lb-ft. This engine was discontinued in 2016 with the introduction of the SLC 43 AMG[42]

"43" M276 3.0 L V6 Bi-Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG E 43
  • Mercedes-AMG GLE 43
  • Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC+
  • Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC+

"45" M133 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo[edit]

  • Mercedes-AMG GLA 45
  • Mercedes-AMG A 45

The 2.0 L Turbo I4 was created for use in the smaller, 45 AMG models, such as the A-Class, CLA-Class, and GLA-Class, which all share the same platform. The M133 (2015 onwards) produces 381 PS (375 HP) and 350 lb-ft (475 Nm),[43] making it the most powerful turbo 4-cylinder in production, and with a 190.5-horsepower per liter, one of the most power dense engines in production.[44] Models with the M133 Turbo 4 are paired with a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch Transmission. The CLA45 AMG can accelerate from 0-60 Mph (0–97 km/h) in 4.2 seconds, according to Motor Trend's first test of the vehicle.[45]

"30" 3.0 L I5 diesel[edit]

  • OM612 3.0 L "30" I5 Diesel models
    • C 30 CDI AMG (sedan, wagon, and Sportcoupé)

"32" 3.2 L V6 KOMPRESSOR[edit]

2003 UK version of C 32 Estate (S203) in Brilliant Silver.

Powertrain consists of AMG Speedshift 5-speed automatic transmission mated to an AMG 3.2-litre V6 Kompressor engine with an output of 260 kW/349 hp and 332 lb⋅ft (450 N⋅m) at 4,400 rpm. The engine is a special version of the 3.2 L (3199 cc) M112 E32, fitted with a helical twin-screw supercharger and water-to-air intercooler. The supercharger was developed in conjunction with IHI and features Teflon-coated rotors producing overall boost of 14.5 psi (1 bar). Compared to the standard M112 engine, the AMG version also has a new crankshaft, new connecting rods and pistons, an oil pump with a 70-percent increased capacity, lightweight camshafts, and harder valve springs for a redline of 6200 rpm, an increase of 200 rpm.[46]

While rival BMW M developed the SMG-II automated manual for the BMW M3, the C 32 and SLK 32 have a 5-speed automatic transmission's "Speedshift" system, which now has quicker response (up to 35 percent) to accelerator and shift selector movements.[47]

The C 32 had a smaller engine than its predecessors, the C 36 AMG with the M104 3.6L I6 engine, and the C 43 AMG powered by the M113 4.3L V8 engine. The C 32 AMG can do 0–60 mph in 5.2sec 0–100 in 12.6 with a 1/4 mile of 13.6 at 106 mph (C&D comparison test May 2003)[48][49]

  • 3.2 L Supercharged M112 V6 AMG
    • 2002–2004 C 32 AMG (sedan, wagon (S203), and Sportcoupé)
    • 2001–2004 SLK 32 AMG
    • 2005–2006 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6

"55" 5.4 L V8 KOMPRESSOR[edit]

2004 AMG CL 55 Kompressor.

This model was nicknamed the "Hammer" after the original 1986 AMG Hammer (a W124 E-Class sedan with an AMG-tuned 360 hp 5.6-litre V8). The 2003 E 55 AMG could do 0–60 mph in 4.4 seconds.

The main engine is a 5.4 L V8 engine This engine comes in two configurations.

  • The first configuration is a naturally aspirated V8 with 354 PS (260 kW; 349 hp) that is used in the C 55 AMG, CLK 55 AMG, E 55 AMG (1999-2002), SLK 55 AMG, and ML 55 AMG. The C 43 AMG (model years 1998–2000) was powered by a naturally aspirated V8 engine from the M113 family, but at a reduced displacement of 4.3L, hence the '43' designation.
  • The other configuration is a similar unit but with a highly efficient Lysholm type twin screw supercharger. manufactured by Eaton, is in the rest of the AMG 55 models, which are typically midsized or larger vehicles. The published output according to Mercedes varies from 476 PS (350 kW; 469 hp) to 517 PS (380 kW; 510 hp) and 700 N⋅m (520 lb⋅ft) to 720 N⋅m (530 lb⋅ft), depending on various methods of power measurements and different ECU programming for national legislations. For instance, the E 55 AMG's engine was at the low end, nonetheless it was still Mercedes-Benz's fastest sedan at the time,[50] while the SL55 AMG's engine had the top output.[51][52] Mercedes has claimed that a more restrictive exhaust system was responsible for cutting output on the E 55 AMG, however some enthusiasts have managed to bump up horsepower to 505 on the E 55 by incorporating some parts from the SL 55.[53]

The supercharged 5.4 L 24 valve V8 engine was mated to the Speedshift 5-speed automatic transmission, which has a torque capacity of 796 lb⋅ft (1,079 N⋅m), as the newer 7G-Tronic introduced in 2003 is limited to 542 lb⋅ft (735 N⋅m), not enough to handle the torque from the supercharged V8.[24][54]

The V8 S 55 AMG had a comparable output to the V12-powered S600 throughout their production. The S 55 AMG (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.4 L 354 hp (264 kW) V8 motor while the later versions (2003–06) sported the same motor, but supercharged to a rated 493 hp (368 kW). The S600 (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.8L 362 hp (270 kW) V12 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported a twin-turbocharged (or Bi-Turbo) 493 hp (368 kW) 5.5L V12. The justification for having two models with the same power is that the S 55 AMG is sportier and more responsive, while the costlier S600 is more luxurious with a smoother ride.

AMG phased out both the naturally aspirated and supercharged 5.4 L engines in favor of the new M156 V8 beginning in 2006, which was paired with 7G-Tronic. However, some enthusiasts were disappointed because the M156 produces less torque than the M113K (which is supercharged).

For the Model Year 2009:

  • M113 5.4 L "55" V8 models (naturally aspirated)
    • SLK 55 AMG
  • M113 5.4 L "55" V8 models (supercharged)
    • G 55 AMG

Previous 55 AMG models[edit]

  • 1999–2002 E 55 AMG
  • 2003–2006 E 55 AMG
  • 2000–2003 ML 55 AMG
  • 2003–2005 C 55 AMG
  • 2001–2002 CLK 55 AMG
  • 2003–2006 CLK 55 AMG
  • 2004–2007 CLS 55 AMG
  • 2001–2008 SL 55 AMG
  • 2001–2006 S 55 AMG
  • 2001–2006 CL 55 AMG
  • 2005–2006 C 55 AMG
  • 2001–2009 G 55 AMG

"63" M137 6.3 L V8[edit]

The "63" badging was used on the short-lived 2001 S 63 AMG, 2001 CL 63 AMG and 2002 G 63 AMG. These were produced in limited quantities for one month and only offered through AMG to select customers in Europe and Asia, purportedly state leaders. The CL 63 AMG was the rarest C215 CL of all, and just 26 examples were built in November 2001 (51 plate), with some UK being and one for France registered in March 2002. These had a base price of £110,000 (~US$200,000).[55][56][57] The G 63 AMG was the rarest W463 of all with just 5 examples built in September 2002 and sold in Germany at over €250,000 each.

These are powered by a naturally aspirated 6.3L V12 producing 326 kW (443 PS; 437 hp). This engine is based on the M137 5.8L V12 used in the S 600 and CL 600, but the AMG variants have a larger displacement, a new management system, a new crank case and cooling system, weight-optimized pistons, and a new camshaft with greater valve lift and modified valves. 390 lb⋅ft (530 N⋅m) of torque are available between 2500–5800rpm with a peak of 620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpm while horsepower grows by almost 80 over the 5.8L V12. It is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. The 2001 S 63 AMG V12 had 100 hp more than the 2001 S 55 AMG, and was a few tenths faster.[55][56]

"60", "73", "70", "55"[edit]

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R129) had several AMG variants during its production run from 1989 to 2001.

The SL 60 AMG was the most numerous of these rare cars. Sold from 1993 to 1998, it used a 6.0 litre V8 engine producing 381 PS (280 kW; 376 hp) at 5500 rpm.[58] AMG claimed a 0–62 mph (100 km/h) speed of 5.6 seconds. Its top speed was limited to 250 km/h (155 mph), but with the limiter removed, it was capable of approximately 185 mph (298 km/h). AMG later unofficially conceded that 0–60 mph,(0–97 km/h) was more like 5.0 seconds and the engine produced between 405 and 410 bhp.

Extremely rare was the SL 73 AMG, sold through Mercedes-AMG in 1995, and offering the most powerful V12 engine ever put into an SL up to that time. After a brief hiatus, the SL 73 was offered again from 1998 to 2001. The same 7.3 L V12 was later used by Pagani in the Zonda.

Even rarer is the SL 70 AMG (7.0 L (7055 cc) V12 engine).

The SL 55 AMG was sold in the R129 body style from 1998 to 2001 in limited numbers (5.4L V8, 354 PS (260 kW; 349 hp) at 5500 rpm). It was the predecessor of the production R230 SL 55 AMG sold later, albeit was normally aspirated in the R129 and not supercharged as in its R230 successor.

"63" M156 6.2 L V8[edit]

The "63" M156 is currently in production in the C 63 AMG and tuned as the M159 in the SLS AMG, although there were many models that were previously in production.

This naturally aspirated V8 will also be used to replace most of the "55" models. The published output according to Mercedes varies from 457 PS (336 kW; 451 hp) on the C 63 AMG, to 525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp) on the C/CLK/R/ML/GL/S/SL/CL/E 63 AMG.

The 2008 S 63/CL 63/SL 63s that used the M156 engine at 518 horsepower edged out that of the S600/CL600/SL600, the latter powered by the 510 horsepower 5.5-liter twin-turbo V12, while also having a higher redline. However, the S600/CL600/SL600 is more expensive and has more torque at 612 pound-feet (830 N⋅m).[59] The S 63/CL 63/SL 63, however, do have quicker acceleration times than their S600/CL600/SL600 counterparts and are the fastest in the lineup in 2014, due to the added weight and torque of the 65s, thus decreasing the 0-60 times and the handling limits.

Compared to the "55" supercharged 5.4 L V8 engine—which was restricted to the Speedshift 5G-Tronic five-speed automatic transmission, as it had a torque capacity of 796 lb⋅ft (1,079 N⋅m)—the reduced torque of the "63" M156 6.2L V8 means it can be mated with the more efficient 7G-Tronic, which can withstand a limit of 542 lb⋅ft (735 N⋅m). Despite the reduction in torque, the increased horsepower and more efficient transmission enable the 63 models to match or surpass the acceleration of the "55" models.[24] Most of the M156-engined models used the 7G-Tronic automatic transmission, however the more recent 2009 SL 63, 2010 E 63, and 2012 C 63 use the 7-speed MCT transmission.

  • Previous M156 Models
    • 2007–2010 S 63 AMG
    • 2006–2010 CL 63 AMG[60]
    • 2007–2011 ML 63 AMG
    • 2007 R 63 AMG
    • 2006–2009 CLK 63 AMG[61] (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show) (used as Safety Car for the 2006 and 2007 F1 World Championship)
    • 2007–2011 CLS 63 AMG (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show)
    • 2007–2009 E 63 AMG (Sedan and Wagon)
    • 2009–2012 SL 63 AMG
    • 2010–2012 E 63 AMG (Sedan and Wagon)

Black Series[edit]

  • SLK 55 AMG Black Series
  • CLK 63 AMG Black Series
  • SL 65 AMG Black Series
  • C 63 AMG Black Series
  • SLS AMG Black Series
  • AMG GT Black Series

The AMG Performance Studio in Affalterbach is responsible for the upgrades that make an AMG into an AMG Black Series model. The Black Series treatment is only available on 2 door vehicles, which includes weight reduction, bucket seats, exterior alterations, interior alterations, higher power, greater traction, handling, and significantly greater overall performance. Black Series models are known as street-legal race cars.

The SLS AMG Black Series was tested by Motor Trend to have a 0-60 time of 3.2 seconds, and a quarter mile time of 11.1 seconds at 129.8 mph. The SLS AMG Black Series "demolished" the Motor Trend figure eight in just 23.1 seconds, beating the McLaren MP4-12C, Ferrari 458 Italia, Audi R8 V10 Plus, and the SRT Viper.[62] The SLS AMG Black Series is currently the 22nd fastest car to lap the Nürburgring.[63] The SLS AMG Black Series had the same 1:19 time as the Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SuperVeloce, the Ferrari Enzo, and beat the Ferrari 458 Italia, Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4, Porsche 997 GT2, and Nissan GT-R around the Top Gear test track.[64]

Electric Drive[edit]

In 2013, Mercedes-AMG announced the SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive, which was to be the first zero emissions vehicle from AMG. The vehicle used technology derived from Formula 1, and was the fastest electric car.[21] The SLS AMG Electric Drive has 740 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque, and Mercedes-AMG claims a 0-60 Mph,(0–97 km/h) time of 3.9 seconds.[40]

See also[edit]

  • List of German cars
  • Alpina
  • Audi Sport GmbH
  • BMW M
  • Brabus
  • Gran Turismo
  • Opel Performance Center
  • Mitsubishi Debonair

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External links[edit]

  • Media related to Mercedes-AMG at Wikimedia Commons
  • Official website