"65" M275 6.0 L V12 Bi-Turbo 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 This AMG powerplant had an all-new design of the bi-turbo system, which features larger turbochargers, a new, more powerful
charge-air cooling system, an increase in the engine displacement (to 5980 cc), and many other engine design measures. This allows it to produce a claimed 621 horsepower and 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.
"63" M157 5.5 L V8 Bi-Turbo The models listed below were powered by the M157 variant of the
Mercedes-Benz M278 engine. •
Mercedes-AMG CL 63 (C216) •
Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 (C218) •
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) 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 at 5,250-5,750rpm with a peak torque of made between 2,000rpm and 4,500 rpm (the amount of power and torque depends on model, but these are the maximum ratings). Both engines are mated to Mercedes-Benz's
7-speed MCT transmission. 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. 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. 5.5 L V8 BiTurbo models carry the "63" model designation, shared with the 6.2L V8 models. 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. 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, 63 AMG models are typically faster than their 65 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. Since 2013, AMG models with the S-Model package have featured all-wheel drive, which allows for better handling and better acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S has been tested to accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.2 seconds, with a quarter mile time of 11.6 seconds. This made it the quickest production sedan at the time.
Motor Trend tested the 2014 E 63 AMG S with the M157 engine to produce an estimated and .
"63" M156/M159 6.2 L V8 • 2008-2015
C63 AMG, C63 AMG Black Series, Edition 507 (Sedan and Wagon) (facelifted for the 2012 model year) •
Mercedes E63 AMG (W211, 2009-2011, Sedan and Wagon) •
Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG, CLK63 AMG Black Series (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show) (used as Safety Car for the 2006 and 2007 F1 World Championship) •
Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG (2008-2011) •
Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG •
Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG •
Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG (W212, 2010–2012, Sedan and Wagon) •
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (M159) •
Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG (2007) •
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, 2007–2011) •
Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG (2009–2012) AMG developed its own
V8 engine (dubbed
M156 in development) for the DTM series. 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. This naturally aspirated V8 replaced most of the "55" models. The
published output according to Mercedes varies from on the C 63 AMG, to 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 . 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 —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 . 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.
"55" M152 5.5 L V8 •
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 release of the SLC 43 AMG.
"43" M276 3.0 L V6 Bi-Turbo •
Mercedes-AMG E 43 •
Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 •
Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC+ •
Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC+ •
Mercedes-AMG C 43 •
Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 "45" M133 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo •
Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 •
Mercedes-AMG A 45 •
Mercedes-AMG CLA 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 and , which made it the most powerful turbo 4-cylinder in production at the time, and with a 190.5-horsepower per liter, one of the most power dense engines in production. Models with the M133 Turbo 4 are paired with a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch Transmission. The CLA45 AMG can accelerate from in 4.2 seconds, according to
Motor Trend's first test of the vehicle.
"30" 3.0 L I5 diesel •
OM612 3.0 L "30"
I5 Diesel models •
C 30 CDI AMG (sedan, wagon, and
Sportcoupé)
"32" 3.2 L V6 Kompressor Powertrain consists of AMG Speedshift 5-speed automatic transmission mated to an AMG 3.2-litre V6 Kompressor engine with an output of and 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. 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 with a "Speedshift" system, which now has quicker response (up to 35 percent) to accelerator and shift selector movements. The C 32 has 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 accelerate from 0– in 5.2 seconds, 0–100 mph (161 km/h) in 12.6 seconds, and has a 1/4 mile time of 13.6 seconds at (C&D comparison test May 2003). • 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" M113K 5.4L V8 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 main engine is a 5.4 L
V8 engine This engine comes in two configurations. • The
first configuration is a naturally aspirated V8 with 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, as manufactured by Eaton. This supercharger is found in the rest of the AMG 55 models, which are typically midsized or larger vehicles. According to Mercedes, the
published output varies from to and to , depending on various methods of power measurements and different
ECU programming, in accordance with nation-specific requirements. For instance, the E 55 AMG's engine was at the low end, yet nonetheless it was still Mercedes-Benz's fastest sedan at the time, while the SL55 AMG's engine had the top output. 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. The supercharged 5.4 L 24 valve
V8 engine was mated to the Speedshift
5-speed automatic transmission, which has a torque capacity of , as the newer
7G-Tronic introduced in 2003 is limited to , which is not enough to handle the torque from the supercharged V8. The V8
S 55 AMG had an output comparable to the V12-powered S600 throughout its production. The S 55 AMG (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.4 L V8 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported the same motor, but supercharged to a rated . The S600 (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.8L V12 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported a twin-turbocharged (or Bi-Turbo) 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 naturally aspirated M156 produces less torque than the supercharged M113K. For the 2009 model year: •
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 • 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 V12 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). 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 . 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. of torque are available between 2500 and 5800 rpm with a peak of 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. AMG claimed a 0– speed of 5.6 seconds. Its top speed was limited to , but with the limiter removed, it was capable of approximately . AMG later unofficially conceded that 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, with a 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, 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.
Electric Drive 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. The SLS AMG Electric Drive has 740 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque, and Mercedes-AMG claims a time of 3.9 seconds. ==Black Series models==