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New for 2008

C-Class Sedan (on sale Aug. 7, 2007):

  • New-generation V6-powered sedan features three models: C300 Sport, C300 Luxury (228 hp, 221 lb.-ft.) and C350 Sport (268 hp, 258 lb.-ft.)
  • Redesigned 4MATIC all-wheel drive available on C300 Sport and Luxury models
  • C300 Sport automatic and C300 Luxury are flex-fuel capable – can use E85 ethanol as well as gasoline

GL-Class Sport Utility (on sale July 16, 2007):

  • GL550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) joins award-winning GL450 model (335 hp, 339 lb.-ft.) and GL320 CDI (210 hp, 388 lb.-ft.)
  • GL550 is differentiated with new grill, fender flares and 21” wheels
  • Seven-passenger, full-size SUV was a totally new vehicle class for Mercedes-Benz last year

CL-Class Coupe (on sale July 2, 2007):

  • V8-powered CL63 AMG model (518 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) and V12-powered CL65 AMG (604 hp, 738 lb.-ft.) join CL550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) and CL600 (510 hp, 612 lb.-ft.)
  • Limited production CL65 40th Anniversary Edition painted in Liquid Metal
  • New-generation flagship coupe debuted late 2006

S-Class Sedan (on sale July 2):

  • V8-powered S63 AMG model (518 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) joins S550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.), S600 (510 hp, 612 lb.-ft.) and V12-powered S65 AMG (604 hp, 738 lb.-ft.)
  • Redesigned 4MATIC all-wheel drive available on S500 (lighter, more fuel-efficient)
  • Ninth-generation flagship sedan debuted in mid-2006

SLR McLaren Coupe and Roadster (on sale October 1):

  • New roadster model joins coupe (both models: 617 hp, 575 lb.-ft.)
  • Semi-automatic roof on roadster opens or closes in less than ten seconds

CLK-Class Coupe and Cabriolet (on sale July 2):

  • Race-inspired CLK63 AMG Black Series coupe (500 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) joins CLK63 AMG Cabriolet (475 hp, 465 lb.-ft.), CLK550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) and CLK350 (268 hp, 258 lb.-ft.)
  • CLK350 receives standard sport suspension and twin six-spoke 18-inch wheels

R-Class Sport Utility (on sale July 16):

  • R350 now available with two-wheel or all-wheel drive
  • Seven passenger seating now available (three-seat 2nd row)
  • R320 CDI diesel (221 hp, 398 lb.-ft.) and R350 (268 hp, 258 lb.-ft) continue
  • All models come with standard AMG body styling and 18” wheels
  • R500 and R63 AMG models discontinued

M-Class Sport Utility (on sale July 16):

  • ML550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) replaces ML500
  • ML550 gets standard AMG body styling, 19-inch AMG wheels, running boards and power sunroof
  • ML350 (268 hp, 258 lb.-ft.) andML320 CDI (215 hp, 398 lb.-ft.) receive standard 19” 5-spoke wheels, chrome grill and trim, blue glass and power glass sunroof
  • ML350 Edition 10 features unique trim parts and two-tone interior; limited edition commemorates the M-Class’ ten-year anniversary (launches in October 2007)
  • ML63 AMG (503 hp, 465 lb.-ft) remains unchanged

SLK-Class Coupe/Roadster (on sale July 2):

  • SLK280 (228 hp, 221 lb.-ft.), SLK350 (268 hp, 258 lb.-ft.) and SLK55 AMG (355 hp, 376 lb.-ft.) models continue
  • Ten-Year Anniversary SLK350 includes standard automatic transmission, 17-inch wheels, Edition 10 badging, red stitching on seats and red dash trim

E-Class Sedan and Wagon (on sale July 2):

  • New AMG Sport package includes AMG front and rear aprons, 18-inch five-spoke wheels, dual chrome exhaust, and AMG steering wheel with shift paddles available on E350, E550 sedan
  • E320 BLUETEC (210 hp, 388 lb.-ft.) E350 (268 hp, 258 lb.-ft.), E550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.), and E63 AMG sedan and wagon (507 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) models continue
  • 4MATIC all-wheel drive available on E350 and E550

SL-Class Coupe/Roadster (on sale June 11):

  • New 18-inch 5-twin-spoke wheels standard for SL550
  • Premium Nappa Leather now available as part of the SL550 Trim Package
  • SL550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft), SL55 AMG (510 hp, 531 lb.-ft.), SL600 (510 hp, 612 lb.-ft.) and SL65 AMG (604 hp, 738 lb.-ft.) models continue

CLS-Class Four-Door Coupe (on sale July 2):

  • Both models, CLS550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft) and high-performance CLS63 AMG (507 hp, 465 lb.-ft.), receive standard satellite radio and 18-inch seven-spoke wheels

G-Class Sport Utility (on sale July 31):

  • G500 (292 hp, 336 lb.-ft.) and G55 AMG (493 hp, 516 lb.-ft.) models continue
  • Both models receive a new instrument cluster, steering wheel, rear-view camera, tail light design and hands-free communication/telephone interface
  • G500 receives a 7-speed automatic transmission (G55 AMG continues with a 5-speed automatic transmission)

 

- 2007 AMG Price Trends -

AMG
Model
2007
Price
2006
Price
%
Change
E63 AMG sedan
('06 is E55)
$ 85,375
$ 82,575
3%
E63 AMG wagon
(‘06 is E55)
$ 86,175
$ 83,375
3%
CLS63 AMG coupe
('06 is CLS55)
$ 92,975
$ 87,375
6%
ML63 AMG
sport utility
$ 86,275
new model
new model
MY ’06 G55 AMG
sport utility
$ 108,275
$ 105,275
3%
R63 AMG
sport utility
$ 88,175
new model
new model
CLK63 AMG cabriolet
('06 is CLK55)
$ 89,975
$ 83,275
7%
SLK55 AMG
coupe/roadster
$ 63,275
$ 62,275
2%
CL63 AMG coupe
TBD
new model
new model
SL55 AMG
coupe/roadster
$ 129,575
$ 125,775
3%
SL65 AMG
coupe/roadster
$ 186,775
$ 185,775
1%
S63 AMG sedan
TBD
new model
new model
S65 AMG sedan
$ 182,275
new model
new model

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2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK63 Black Series | AMG MarketNEW YORK – AMG Market News: Mercedes-Benz debuted two new AMG cars at the New York auto show, along with the North American debut of the 2008 C-Class. First to debut was the 2008 CL65 AMG, powered by a 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 engine that produces 604 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque. Following the CL65 AMG, the 2008 C-Class sedan burst onto the stage. Mercedes-AMG CEO, Volker Mornhinweg, followed the C-Class by introducing the CLK63 AMG Black Series, a street legal version of the Official F1™ Safety Car.

AMG Market consolidates Mercedes-Benz news from around the world. News stories, AMG articles, Mercedes-Benz club links, events, and related information is published on our AMG news pages here.

The SLK Mercedes-Benz 10th Anniversary

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK55With over a half-million sold worldwide, the Mercedes-Benz SLK has been a success story since it was first introduced as a concept car at the 1994 Turin Auto Show - production models arrived in 1997. To honor the SLK's 10th Anniversary, the SL Market Letter published the article, "Mercedes-Benz SLK - A Home Run!" that outlines the features and changes in the SLK since it was introduced.
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2007 AMG Challenge Event
Dates & Tracks

AMG Mercedes-Benz Challenge Driving EventsBesides the autobahn, where can you drive a variety of AMGs to the limit without getting arrested? How about at the California Speedway or Pocono Raceway? Mercedes-Benz offers an event for AMG enthusiasts branded "The AMG Challenge." For a couple of grand you can experience the power of AMG on the track and learn professional skills to tame the track. << MORE >>

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2008 CL65 AMG
The New High-Performance Coupe

Powerful AMG 6.0-liter V12 biturbo engine familiar from the S65 AMG and SL65 AMG twelve-cylinder models, maximum output is 450 kW/612 hp and maximum torque is 1000 Newton meters: the CL 65 AMG attains 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and reaches the 200-km/h mark in 13.3 seconds. Its maximum speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG | AMG Market

First series-production Mercedes to feature the "AMG Alubeam" unique paint finish, which previously was seen only on a handful of Mercedes show cars. << MORE >>

 

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This led me to conceive the idea of arranging my own transport...”

- Gottlieb Daimler, diary entry while traveling in Russia, 1881

 

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