Mercedes-Benz teases the next E63 AMG
by Alex Nunez on Mar 21st 2009 at 7:30PM 
The new Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG has yet to be introduced (we're guessing it'll make an appearance in New York next month), but the readers of Germany's Sport Auto magazine are going to have a shot at winning the new über-sedan as part of the sweepstakes that accompanies the buff book's annual reader's choice awards. In honor of the occasion, Mercedes has pulled a Lutz and given a quick upskirt peek at the front end. What's it look like? Well, as you can see, it's pretty much what you'd expect from an AMG ride: updated fascia, aero kit, big split-spoke wheels that show off bigger, upgraded brakes, etc. The normally-aspirated 6.2 (+ .1 for old-times' sake) liter V8 belts out 525 horsepower. Bring money. You know you're gonna need it. We'll have more for you on the new AMG E-Class as soon as more deets become available.
[Source: Sport Auto via MotorWard via 4WheelsNews
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nastinupe 7:41PM (3/21/2009)
I'll take the body kit sans the extra horse power. Who needs it anyway. 350 hp is plenty.
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De 7:52PM (3/21/2009)
I'm the other way around. I'd rather have the power and have it look like an E350.
Jake B 7:55PM (3/21/2009)
The E350 only has like 268 bhp. Definitely not 350.
Tire+Tarmac 7:56PM (3/21/2009)
Obviously, 350 hp is more than enough for pretty much all situations. The power is there more for bragging rights than anything else. That's why AMGs are the Mercedes of choice for everyone in Hollywood.
Honestly, this announcement doesn't come as much of a surprise. We all know what it's actually going to be, as Alex mentioned. What does matter is how much it costs, and if this generation is going to lay down some more sportiness a la C63 and SL63 than the last generation, which essentially was a supercharged sofa. (that's probably a bit harsh, but the handling really wasn't the best)
nastinupe 7:59PM (3/21/2009)
@ Jake B
The E550 has 382 hp. That's the one I'd want.
yakapo 2:18AM (3/22/2009)
meh. wake me when it produces torque somewhere close to the E55.
inteller 9:38AM (3/22/2009)
so based on this theory I should just go out and buy a C43 AMG for $9k and save myself a lot of dough? because apparently 300hp is all I need.
nastinupe 11:55AM (3/22/2009)
@ inteller
Actually, that would be a great idea. Save yourself $75,000. If you're not happy, add some mods for $15,000 and get the power up to 500+ hp.
But actually, in this instance, what I am saying is that I like the AMG styling, and 350 hp is enough hp to drive the way that an E Class will be driven 99.999999% of the time but us. Why would I buy an E Class of all cars to drive agressive? I'm not going to take it to the mountains or track it? With the $15,000 - $20,000 you save, you can go out and buy a used S2000 or Boxster.
And maybe that's the problem with these types of cars for me. I have owned 2 cars ever since I was 25 years old (I'm 32 now)... starting with an older Civic and a used S2000. Ever since then, I stop playing the 4 door sports car game and just go for comfort, dependability, and looks. If I feel like driving like a bat out of hell, I'll just drive my sports car.
So in this case, I wouldn't spend $85,000 on one car, when I can just spend $60,000 on a similar car and have a $25,000 sports car on the side to kill those speed demon cravings.
Tool 12:01PM (3/22/2009)
If you have ever driven an AMG with the 6.2L engine then you would know this is one of the most intoxicating engines ever made.
I have to admit that the new E-Class is growing on me. I saw a pre-production model (probably a E350) driving near LAX last evening. It looked much better than I thought, so just imagine what the AMG version will look like.
I'm in the market, so maybe I will get the 2010 instead of the 2009 (which is not out of production).
Tool 12:06PM (3/22/2009)
Excuse me, correction: the 2009 E-class is now out of production.
JDMlover 7:44PM (3/21/2009)
Looks better then the CTS-V.
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Taglane 7:48PM (3/21/2009)
And probably costs 20K more.
superman211 8:20PM (3/21/2009)
Anything looks better than the Caddy. Thing is fugly. This car looks pretty nice. But give me a black one or red, not this white.
P.V. 8:25PM (3/21/2009)
I beg to differ. The CTS-V crushes this thing in power, handling, speed, and price (lower price by at least $30000), and I prefer the exterior and interior looks of the CTS-V. While I certainly look forward to this, the CTS-V completely outclasses this thing in almost every way (except for maybe size).
Mazda FTW! 8:26PM (3/21/2009)
Anything looks better than the CTS-V? Are you sure you didn't mistake the Lexus ES or some other inoffensive garbage for the sharply-cut hot rod that is the CTS-V?
JDMlover 8:37PM (3/21/2009)
@ Mazda FTW
The CTS-V is not pretty. I saw one in sliver in a parking garage...it did not stand out nor was it exciting to look at. It just look like a old cad. I like the peforamnce of it...but thats the only reason i like it. Take way the power and what's left? The Benz is better in every way.
BTW...the ES is better built then the CTS-V and can hold a better resale value too....so which is actually the better car....
Affalterbach 8:50PM (3/21/2009)
@JDMlover
If resale value is any criterion for judging cars, then 99% cars are practically worthless.
Except a 250 GTO. That or a '50s dream car.
And oh, my neighbor owns a black CTS-V. And that owns all the BMWs and Mercs in the town.
Mazda FTW! 8:57PM (3/21/2009)
Umm it's OK. It's my money. And if they told me I can have a ES which will hold 100% of it's value aftre 10yrs or a CTS-V which will hold 0% in 10mins, I'll make JUST enough to say 'give me the Caddy' before I put it in gear and head off towards the nearest gathering of hot women ;)
zamafir 9:01PM (3/21/2009)
the CTS-V is not a gorgeous car, but it is one designed with proportion and lines in mind. The new E class on the other hand, no. I can see how a JDM lover might like the lexus front end and mitsubishi rear, but nothing about the car is attractive, the A6 and 5 series have nothing to worry about.
As all not currently huffing paint have mentioned, i'll take a CTS-V over this any day.
Affalterbach 9:25PM (3/21/2009)
@zamafir
No true JDM fan will ever like that turd ES. But a Toyota/Scion lover on the other hand....
As a car, the CTS-V is certifiably more mental than any AMG sedan. It has stunning razor sharp looks, plus that ES with CTS-V comparion is comparing apples to meth.