Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launched its Dream Cars collection in Kuala Lumpur recently. The beautiful collection are the embodiment of the brand’s design philosophy of sensual purity, passion and alluring desire. These cars offer pure performance, breathtaking style, state-of-the-art engineering and absolute luxury, specially crafted to fulfil the dreams of Mercedes-Benz’s passionate fans.
The Mercedes-Benz Dream Cars range is represented by the powerful AMG range, the ultimate luxury Maybachs, and the undeniable connoisseurs’ choice of elegant coupes and cabriolets.
At the launch, Mercedes Benz Malaysia unveiled three new models, namely the CLS-Class Coupe, AMG GT C and the E-Class Cabriolet, giving more options within the Dream Cars range for the passionate and discerning Mercedes-Benz customer.
The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Coupe is offered as a range-topping Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 alongside a Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 and CLS 350, featuring an all-new engine family, while the E-Class Cabriolet comes in E 300 specification.
“From the seductive design of the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class, which was the original four-door coupe, to the AMG GT C which adds yet another thrilling facet to the AMG GT family and the E-Class Cabriolet, a masterpiece of intelligence now with the liberation of topless motoring, the Dream Cars offer the utmost indulgence for every kind of driver. In other words, we invite you to Risk an Affair,” said Mark Raine, Vice President Sales & Marketing Passenger Cars, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.
The E-Class Cabriolet features all the intelligent innovations of the E-Class limousine and more, including the Widescreen Cockpit with COMAND Online infotainment, extended intelligent safety functions, 19inch alloy wheels and MULTIBEAM LED headlights.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is available in Malaysia as an E 300 specification and presented in sporty AMG Line.
Mercedes-Benz E 300 Cabriolet AMG Line
Displacement
1991 cc
Output
180 kW (245 hp) at 5,500 rpm
Peak torque
370 Nm at 1,300 – 4,000 rpm
Fuel consumption
NEDC combined 7.9 l/100 km
Acceleration
0-100 km/h 6.5 s
Top speed – 250 km/h
Price (OTR without Insurance) RM588,888
*Price is with 0% GST, subject to change upon implementation of SST.
Mercedes-Benz CLS enters its third generation with a bold claim of creating a four-door coupe segment.
CLS range consists of the CLS 350 and CLS 450 Edition 1, while the Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 adds a further dimension of performance to the class and comfort of this iconic model line.
Edition 1 specification of the CLS 450 and the AMG CLS 53 adds even more exclusivity to the superlative expression of style with a COPPER ART interior concept and interior trim in open-pore black ash wood with Edition 1 laser engraving as standard.
The Mercedes-Benz CLS:
Mercedes-AMG CLS 53
Mercedes-Benz CLS 450
Mercedes-Benz CLS 350
Displacement
2999 cc in-line six- cylinder
2999 cc in-line six- cylinder
1991 cc in-line four- cylinder
Output
320 kW (435 hp) at 6,100 rpm
270 kW (367 hp) at 5,500 – 6,100 rpm
220 kW (299 hp) at 5,800 – 6,100 rpm
Peak torque
520 Nm at 1,800 – 5,800 rpm
500 Nm at 1,600 – 4,000 rpm
400 Nm at 3,000 – 4,000 rpm
Fuel consumption NEDC combined
8.9-8.7 l/100 km
8.0-7.8 l/100 km
7.1-6.9 l/100 km
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.5 s
4.8 s
6.0 s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
250 km/h
Price (OTR without Insurance)
*Price is with 0% GST, subject to change upon implementation of SST.
RM806,638.35
(RM811,355.33 with designo paint option)
RM650,034.58
(RM654,751.56 with designo paint option)
Est. RM530,000
(with design paint as an option)
Mercedes-AMG welcomes the GT C Coupe into the growing AMG GT family.
The GT C Coupe is a class between the AMG GT S and the AMG GT R.
Powered by a 4.0 litre biturbo V8, engineered by AMG and mated to an AMG Speedshift DCT 7-speed transmission, the GT C produces 557 hp and 680 Nm of torque. It is 47 hp and 30 Nm more than the AMG GT S. Good for a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 316 km/h.
“The brutal Mercedes AMG GT C is an exciting addition to the AMG GT collection and, of course, to the World’s fastest family. Incredibly powerful and dynamically superior, the AMG GT C is also the complete aesthetic package with the intimidating Panamericana grille, wide stance and low, purposeful silhouette.
With the new GT C, the AMG GT family has options for all passionate AMG aficionados, but all carrying the same superior motorsport DNA and coming from the same high-performance bloodline for the ultimate in AMG performance, “said Mark Raine, Vice President Sales & Marketing Passenger Cars, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.
Mercedes-AMG GT C
Displacement 3982 cc
Output
410 kW (557 hp) at 5,750 – 6,750 rpm
Peak torque
680 Nm at 2,100 – 5,500 rpm
Fuel consumption NEDC combined
12.5 l/100 km
CO2 emissions
284 g/km
Acceleration
0-100 km/h 3.7 s
Top speed
316 km/h
Price (OTR without Insurance)
*Price is with 0% GST, subject to change upon implementation of SST.
RM1,461,605.60
Credits : Photos and content by Justin Hong