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AMG mulls diesel models

 
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AMG mulls diesel models

AMG mulls diesel models

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Now that AMG is no longer focused on chasing big horsepower numbers, efficiency could quickly become the new performance benchmark for the Affalterbach-based tuner. Audi has laid the groundwork for the acceptance of diesel powertrains in performance circles with its stunning V12 TDI Concept and R10 race cars, now Mercedes-Benz tuner AMG is considering adding diesel models to its arsenal.

Last year, rumors surfaced claiming AMG may launch a Bluetec diesel SUV but since then nothing really has eventuated on that front. Those rumors came about following comments from AMG exec Volker Mornhinweg, stating “in the near future AMG has the opportunity for both hybrids and diesels.”

Now, AutoExpress is reporting that AMG is close to releasing a new diesel fueled car. AMG will be launching five facelifted models over the next 12 months and any one of these could potentially feature a high output diesel powertrain. Some of the cars due to for an update include the new SL, CLS and M-Class, the latter being the most likely candidate for a diesel.



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  1. By Baumm III Posted: 1/25/2008 8:11am PST

    This first ever Diesel AMG was already launch back in 2000
    It was a 5 cyl 3.0L 231 HP sportcoupé hatchback
     
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  2. By Baumm III Posted: 1/25/2008 8:13am PST

    the name of that car was MERCEDES C30 CDI AMG
     
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  3. By admin Posted: 1/25/2008 8:43am PST

    Yes we aware of the C30 CDI but there are no diesels in AMG’s current lineup. Also, with a 0-60mph time of just under 7 seconds we feel – and we’re sure many readers would too – that the C30 is hardly fit to wear an AMG badge at all.
     
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  4. By NaBUru38 Posted: 1/25/2008 9:45am PST

    I've checked the most powerful diesels in Europe. The A8, 7 Series and S-CLass feature 4.0+ V8, which produce more than 320hp. 0-100km/h times are 5.9s n the A8 and 6.6s in the other two (remember the aluminuum chassis) The Touareg V10 5.0 develops only 313hp.

    Now comparing 3.0-liter six cylinders, BMW beats Audi and Mercedes thanks to the twin turbo: 286hp vs 239 and 235. Twin-turbo V8 diesels may match big, thirsty gasoline engines.
     
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  5. By Saif Posted: 1/25/2008 10:33am PST

    What about the R8 V12 TDI?
     
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  6. By Gus Posted: 1/25/2008 11:24am PST

    I think diesels can be made into torque monsters, and I luuuuuuv torque... :)
     
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  7. By mlevere1992 Posted: 1/25/2008 12:33pm PST

    The question also has to be asked, with all of that HP where is the MPG statistics? This article talks about AMG not focusing on HP but start to focus on efficiency. Large HP numbers with realistic MPG would be great. The Audi R8 Makes great HP but still gets 30 MPG. That is unheard of for a super car. Don't most of them get like 12 MPG?
     
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