MERCEDES-BENZ EQC: FIRST DRIVE

The Mercedes-Benz EQC, a family-size SUV, is the first all-electric vehicle from the prestigious German company. It’s built by EQ, the division of Mercedes-Benz established to guide the company’s transition to electric mobility. Mercedes-Benz Australia-Pacific CEO and Managing Director Horst von Sanden, said Australia was among the first countries in the world to receive stock of the ground-breaking EQC, with the first deliveries to customers expected to begin from early 2020. “The EQC is a game-changer for Mercedes-Benz, but also it imposes a more luxurious standard of electric vehicle ownership,”… Read more

MERCEDES EQC: FIRST FULL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FROM MERCEDES

The Mercedes-Benz EQC, a family-size SUV, is the first all-electric vehicle from the company that, by one definition, claims to have built the first car. It’s built by EQ, the division of Mercedes-Benz established to guide the company’s transition to electric mobility. Mercedes tell us it’s designed to provide the performance, comfort, safety, luxury and practical ownership experience expected of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Australia-Pacific CEO and Managing Director Horst von Sanden said Australia was among the first countries in the world to receive stock of the ground-breaking EQC, with… Read more

NEW MERCEDES-BENZ GLS

The largest Mercedes-Benz SUV of them all, the new GLS, is more spacious than ever, having been expanded in length, width and wheelbase. Technology is bang up to date including a steering wheel with smartphone-style touch and swipe controls. There are two 12.3-inch displays, an MBUX infotainment system with voice-initiated operation, Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto smartphone integration and wireless charging. Virtually an S-Class SUV, the new Mercedes GLS can seat seven in comfort – on-road and off. The second row is comfortable for passengers up to 200 cm… Read more

MERCS KITTED OUT FOR SUV CHALLENGE

Mercedes-Benz is intent on taking on premium mid-size SUV rivals with upgrades across its leading GLC range and being given an extra boost by plugging into petrol / electric hybrid technology. Taking in the entire list of GLC SUVs and Coupes, including AMG performance heavyweights, while introducing for the first time, in the second quarter of next year, a plug-in hybrid model. On the outside, the GLC 200 and 300 have been pumped up with muscular surfaces and flashes of chrome detail from front to back. Heading the bold character… Read more

MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS COMMERCIALS UPGRADED

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class vans have had a facelift, with a new bumper design, revised cooling air intake, as well as a diamond structure of the radiator grille Available as an option, the AMG Line features a new diamond radiator grille with chrome pins, to create a sportier appearance Standard light-alloy wheel designs in 17-inch for the V 220 d and 18-inch for the V 250 d. Optional metallic paint colours are Graphite Grey, Selenite Grey and Hyazinth Red. There’s a fresh-look interior; V 220 d now has a high gloss… Read more

MERCEDES-BENZ GLC: MAJOR UPDATES

Mercedes-Benz GLC has had a range-wide update featuring revised styling, a new choice of powertrains and technological upgrades. The biggest news is that a petrol-electric plug-in hybrid model is coming, though not till mid 2020. Mercedes GLC is offered in SUV and Coupé bodies that feature what the company describes as, “Muscularly sculpted surfaces and distinctive details such as the chrome elements, which run from the front to the rear end as standard. Redesigned headlights and a heavily contoured radiator grille ensure a strong character.” For the first time, they… Read more

MERCEDES C 300 e HYBRID SEDAN

The new Mercedes-Benz C 300 e sedan is a plug-in hybrid that is part of the company’s long-term aim of a CO2-neutral future. It utilises an electric motor that generates up to 90 kilowatts of power and 440 Nm of torque. On its own it give fully electric driving for up to 52 kilometres (almost double that of its predecessor, the C 350 e). It’s mated to a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine that generates 155 kW and 350 Nm on its own. Combined, there’s maximum system outputs of 235 kW… Read more

MERCEDES C 200 SPORT EDITION

Mercedes-Benz C 200 Sport Edition is a package developed by the local importer that combines the most requested features by potential buyers. It is available as a Sedan, Estate and Coupe. It rides on 19-inch AMG alloy wheels and features the AMG Line exterior package (standard on Coupe), rear privacy glass. There is also a panoramic sunroof, heated front seats with memory function, DISTRONIC automated cruise control, a head-up display, Adaptive Highbeam Assist (Sedan only, standard on Coupe), The C 200 Sport Edition package is priced at $7700 (MRLP) for… Read more

MERCEDES-AMG A 35 ON ITS WAY

The lowest cost Mercedes-AMG ever, the all-new A 35 4MATIC models are on their way to we folk Downunder. The A 35 hatch will be here in early September with a retail price of $67,200 (MRLP). The A 35 sedan is set to arrive in October and retails for $69,800 (MRLP). . Ours has long been one of the biggest markets for AMG products and it seems likely the A 35 units will be an immediate success. So it might be smart to ring your favourite Mercedes-AMG sooner rather than… Read more

MERCEDES-BENZ 350SE

In the late 1960s the world was a different place where everything seemed possible. There was a feeling around that Mercedes saloons were ubiquitous and there was an urge for major manufacturers to build flagships irrespective of profit margins. With the 350SE Mercedes continued to uphold its appeal as a luxury car although inside the 350SE there was a rather austere feeling compared with some competitors. It did however have electric windows. Drivers however felt at home. With all the important controls arranged on column stalks around the huge, chunky… Read more