MBUSA has announced today the full list of 2007
Mercedes model updates we can expect to see hitting U.S. shores in the coming months.
While I could restate all of next year's
model changes myself, the list is rather extensive, so instead I think it's best if I let the press release take it from here.
So now, without further ado, the 2007
Mercedes model update list.
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
MERCEDES-BENZ: WHATS NEW FOR 2007
CL-Class Coupe:
* New-generation V8-powered CL550 coupe (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) debuts in late 2006
* V12-powered CL600
model (510 hp, 612 lb.-ft.) follows shortly thereafter
GL-Class Sport Utility:
* A totally new vehicle class the first full-size sport utility from Mercedes-Benz
* V8-powered GL450 (335 hp, 339 lb.-ft.) made spring 2006 debut
* Luxurious seating for up to seven adults, with standard power folding 3rd row seats
S-Class Sedan:
* Ninth-generation S-Class debuts with S550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) in February 2006
* Two V12-powered models to follow S600 (510 hp, 612 lb.-ft.) in spring and S65 AMG
(604 hp, 738 lb.-ft.) in summer
SL-Class Coupe/Roadster:
* Redesign includes more direct steering, deeper front air dam, new wheel designs, new 3-bar grille, clear taillights and new interior colors
* SL550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft) replaces 302-hp SL500 and joins SL55 AMG, SL600 and SL65 AMG
* SL55 AMG power increased to 510 hp, 531 lb.-ft. of torque and SL600 to 510 hp, 612 lb.-ft
* 50th Anniversary Edition SL550 roadster offered earlier this year to honor the first 300SL roadster
E-Class Sedan and Wagon:
* Redesign features new front bumper, lower air dam, grille, headlights and taillights
* Enhancements to standard equipment include sunroof, 6-CD changer and Harman/Kardon sound system
* Sport Model: 18 wheels, lowered sport suspension, dual-chrome exhaust outlets, birds-eye maple trim
* All E-Class models get PRE-SAFE anticipatory safety system (from S-Class)
* E550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) replaces the 302-hp E500, joining E350 and new AMG and diesel models
* High-performance E63 AMG (507 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) replaces the 469-hp E55 AMG
* Super-clean E320 BLUETEC (210 hp, 388 lb.-ft.) replaces 201-hp E320 CDI diesel
CLK-Class Coupe and Cabriolet:
* High-performance CLK63 AMG Cabriolet (475 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) replaces the 362-hp CLK55 AMG
* CLK550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft.) replaces the 302-hp CLK500, joins the CLK350
* All-new Sports Appearance Package for CLK350
CLS-Class Four-Door Coupe:
* A totally new class last year the first-ever four-door coupe
* All CLS-Class models are equipped with PRE-SAFE anticipatory safety system (from S-Class)
* Enhancements to standard equipment include 6CD changer and Harman/Kardon sound system
* CLS550 (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft) replaces the 302-hp CLS500
* High-performance CLS63 AMG (507 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) replaces the 469-hp CLS55 AMG
R-Class Sports Tourer:
* A totally new class last year an entirely new way for six adults to travel
* High-performance R63 AMG (507 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) joins 268-hp R350 and the 302-hp V8 R500
* Powerful R320 CDI diesel (221 hp, 398 lb.-ft.) joins R-Class line in fall 2006
M-Class Sport Utility:
* Second-generation 2006 M-Class introduced last year
* ML63 AMG (503 hp, 465 lb.-ft.) joins 268-hp ML350 and the 302-hp ML500
* Efficient ML320 CDI diesel (221 hp, 398 lb.-ft.) joins M-Class in fall 2006
C-Class Sedan:
* New exclusive wheel designs for Sport and Luxury models
* Sport sedans now have AMG rear spoiler, AMG dual tip exhaust and black birds-eye maple interior trim
* C280 Luxury sedan now comes standard with dual power front seats and steering column with memory
* C230 is now a flexible-fuel vehicle that can use E85 ethanol as well as gasoline
* C55 AMG discontinued 2007 line includes the C230, C280 and C350 models
SLK-Class Coupe/Roadster:
* SLK280, SLK350 and SLK55 AMG models continue
* Enhanced AMG Sport Package and new Appearance Package for SLK280 & SLK350
G-Class Sport Utility:
* G500 and G55 AMG models continue
* DVD navigation, bi-xenon headlights and seven-speed transmission now standard
* Redesigned fog lamps and center console controls
* Leather door handle grip and improved front seat cushioning