A range of new-generation engines, bold design, improved interior space and a third row of seats highlight the new Mercedes-Benz GLE, which is one of the first models in the company’s line-up to feature the driver-vehicle connectivity of the Mercedes me Connect system. The full-size SUV, now in its fourth-generation, …
Read More »New 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 7-seat compact SUV unveiled
Mercedes-Benz’s transformation from a staid, matured brand to a more youthful offering continues with the introduction of the GLB compact SUV. Described as a more practical and roomy alternative to the GLA, the GLB is the first compact car from Mercedes to come with the option of seven seats. To …
Read More »2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake brings pace and space
Mercedes-AMG is continuing to expand its performance line-up with the introduction of the new CLA 35 Shooting Brake. Like the hatch, its more practical sibling is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 225kW and 400Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, which …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz A-Class sedan range price and specifications
The sixth member of the Mercedes-Benz compact car family has arrived in Australia with the introduction of the first variants of the new A-Class sedan range. The roll-out of the A-Class sedan begins with the A 200 model and will be quickly followed by the range-opening A 180. Both are …
Read More »Is this the 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45?
A configurator image purportedly showing the upcoming Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 has appeared online, possibly revealing the high-performance four-door coupé before it’s official debut. First published by German publication, Auto Bild, the image was accidentally found by one of its readers who were looking for more information about the AMG Night …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz X 350 d Edition 1 joins X-Class range
Following the launch of the new X 350 d flagship X-Class model in December last year, Mercedes-Benz is introducing an exclusive Edition 1 variant of the X 350d. Making visual impact is the black design theme of the limited edition model. The Edition 1 standard metallic paint will be available in …
Read More »New Mercedes-Benz GLB concept is rugged baby SUV addition
Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps of its new Concept GLB, previewing yet another new addition to the brand’s SUV line up which will be positioned as a more practical sibling of the GLA. Looking like a Jeep in some ways, the new Mercedes GLB sports a more rugged design with …
Read More »Mercedes-AMG unleashes A35 4MATIC Sedan
The first-ever Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic Sedan has been unleashed tasked to attract younger buyers to the marque. “Following the very successful launch of the hatchback model, things are moving along dynamically in the compact class segment at AMG. Sport saloons are the origin of Mercedes-AMG and part of the brand’s …
Read More »Mercedes-AMG S65 Final Edition set to be the last V12 S-Class
In what is a rather sad but historic event, Mercedes-AMG has unveiled what will be the final V12-powered S-Class to be made, the S65 Final Edition. Once seen as almost a necessity in luxury limousines, the V12 engine is a species becoming more endangered by the day as this call …
Read More »Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ unveiled with 320kW
Mercedes-Benz has added another model to its burgeoning AMG lineup with the new Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+. Based on the latest Mercedes GLE, the high-performance SUV shares its new Modular High Architecture (MHA) platform. As the warmer AMG variant until the full-fat V8-powered GLE 63 arrives, the GLE 53 is …
Read More »Prior Design drops Mercedes-AMG GT PD700GTR wide body
Renown aerodynamic specialist Prior Design has impressed us with yet another wide body conversion. Not satisfied with the previous PDT800GT package for the Mercedes-AMG GT, the German tuner has released a second wide body kit for the AMG flagship. Called the PD700GTR, the new body kit consists of extended wheel fenders for the …
Read More »Video: Mercedes-AMG A45 shows off ‘drift-mode’ in new teaser
Mercedes-AMG has given us an early Christmas present in the form of an A45 teaser video. Described as “not another Christmas video” by AMG, the festive-themed clip started off with some Chrismassy tunes and quickly transitions into scenes of the high-performance hot hatch doing power slides on the track. Covered …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz A180 joins A-Class line-up as range-opener from $42,300
The arrival of the new Mercedes-Benz A 180 model for just $42,300 in February 2019 signals a new starting point for the A-Class range, which will be further beefed up with the addition of two new variants for the upper spec A 250 range. The A 180 hatch features Mercedes’ …
Read More »Brabus introduces B25 tuning kit for 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Brabus has unveiled its tuning package for the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class, bringing a hike in power and aggression for the luxury hatch for those who might not want a full-fat AMG-tuned car but still looks the part. Based on the A250, the Brabus B25 comes with an extra 37kW of …
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