2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG revealed ahead of schedule

If you’ve been flipping through all the car sites in your RSS reader, you’ve probably noticed many European publications posting all the images and details on the new 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. Yeah – that’s called an embargo leak. So without further ado – we now present the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG prior to its New York Auto Show debut next week.

Completely redesigned and based on the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the new E63 AMG is more aggressive than ever before with improved performance, handling and advanced technology inspired by its sibling – the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG.

So let’s get down to what you all really want to know. Power comes from AMG’s 6.3L V8 engine that produces 518-hp and a peak torque of 465 lb-ft. Mated to AMG’s SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission the 2010 E63 AMG can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds (BMW M5 and new Jaguar XFR reaching 60-mph in 4.5 seconds and 4.7 seconds) with a top speed of 155 mph (electronically limited).

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Drivers will get four different driving modes including C (Controlled Efficiency), S (Sport), S+ (Sport plus) and M (Manual) The new E63 AMG also features rev-matched shifts and the RACE START function – which enables the “driver to call on the maximum acceleration potential automatically.” Owners can also choose between three ESP modes including ESP ON, ESP SPORT and ESP OFF.

Customers can select the optional AMG Performance Package, which includes:

“¢ Lightweight, forged 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels with size 255/35 R 19 tires at the front and 285/30 R 19 at the rear.

“¢ AMG Performance suspension with stiffer spring rates.

“¢ AMG rear axle locking differential with 40 percent locking action.

“¢ AMG Performance steering wheel in a three-spoke design.

“¢ Top speed raised to 186 mph.

 

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– By: Kap Shah