2020 Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC Saloon - Exterior Interior

2020 Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC Saloon - Exterior Interior

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The new A 35 4MATIC Saloon expands the current AMG model range by an additional attractive entry-level model.

It appeals to young target groups who are looking for a high level of performance and a comfortable amount of space for passengers and luggage. An acceleration time of 4.8 seconds for 0-100 km/h and the top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited) meet these customers' requests for high driving dynamics also in the compact segment.

"Following the very successful launch of the hatchback model, things are moving along dynamically in the compact class segment at AMG. Sport saloons are the origin of Mercedes-AMG and part of the brand's core.

With our new A 35, we are transporting this history into modern times in the form of a very attractive model that serves as a point of entry into the world of AMG and also appeals to new customer groups", states Tobias Moers, CEO of Mercedes-AMG.

Plenty of space yet still compact

The four-door saloon car is based on a wheelbase of 2729 millimetres and displays the powerful proportions of a dynamic and at the same time compact saloon car with sporty short overhangs at the front and rear. The radiator grille with twin louvres, the AMG Line front apron with flics on the air intakes, a front splitter and silver chrome trim elements are distinguishing AMG design features.

In the side view, the aerodynamically optimised 18-inch light-alloy wheels in twin-spoke design and the side sill panels of the AMG Line catch the eye. The muscular vehicle shoulder with a precise character line running below it emphasises the perfectly contoured side volume. The side mirrors sit on the beltline as on a sports cars. The optionally available 19-inch wheels reinforce the typical AMG look.

The two-part tail lamps and the new diffuser insert underscore the rear end that emphasises width. Additionally, there is the spoiler lip on the boot lid and the two round tailpipe trims positioned on the extreme left and right.

2020 Mercedes AMG GLE 53 4MATIC + - detailed description of interior exterior design

2020 Mercedes AMG GLE 53 4MATIC + - detailed description of interior exterior design

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The new GLE 53 4MATIC + is equipped with the AMG Performance 4MATIC + fully variable all-wheel drive for maximum traction and dynamism.

The intelligent steering variably connects the permanently driven rear axle with the front axle and continuously calculates the optimum torque distribution depending on the driving situation and the driver's wishes. Four-wheel drive improves longitudinal dynamics, traction and lateral dynamics. The result: stronger acceleration for standing and short sprints.

Total stabilization: AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL suspension

The AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL suspension, developed in Affalterbach, forms the basis of the driving experience characterized by high agility, neutral cornering behavior and optimum traction, based on the AMG RIDE CONTROL + air suspension. A new feature makes a significant contribution to the AMG-specific adjustment for high driving dynamics levels: active cylinder stabilization and fully variable torque distribution with two electro-mechanical actuators operating independently on the front and rear axle.

The system not only reduces rolling movements while cornering, but also provides more precise adjustment of cornering and load changing. In addition, it improves driving comfort when driving straight, because the exciters are counterbalanced, for example, against unilateral road crashes. The movements in the body can be activated and optimally adjusted according to the driving conditions. This means that the form of driving characteristics associated with AMG-specific dynamism, precision and response can be experienced more intensively by the driver.

A further advantage compared to usual hydraulic-based systems is a significantly faster response. The AMG control can adapt the driving status up to 1000 times per second. The sampling rate is thus only one-thousandth of a second. The components also have low weight compared to normal solutions.

Especially long breathing: continuously adjustable damping air suspension

The AMG RIDE CONTROL +, especially the sporty spring / damper adjustment and suspension adjustable damping air suspension ADS + (Adaptive Damping System) combine outstanding driving dynamics with outstanding driving comfort. Damping features can be selected in three modes: "Comfort", "Sport" and "Sport +"; this provides a distinctly distinctive distinction between excellent long distance comfort and sporty driving dynamics. Also, there are two new levels for land use - "Trail" and "Sand"

2020 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ SUV - Interior Exterior

2020 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ SUV - Interior Exterior

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Its centrepiece is the electrified 3.0-litre engine featuring twin-turbocharging and an electric auxiliary compressor.

The 6-cylinder in-line engine generates 320 kW (435 hp) and delivers maximum torque of 520 Nm. Its EQ Boost starter generator briefly provides an additional 16 kW of output plus 250 Nm of torque and additionally feeds the 48 V on-board electrical system.

The EQ Boost starter-alternator combines a starter motor and alternator in a powerful electric motor and is fitted between the engine and transmission. This innovation as well as the intelligent charging via an electric auxiliary compressor and an exhaust gas turbocharger all have the same goal: to enhance the hallmark AMG performance and driving dynamics, but also to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. And this move has been a successful one: The GLE 53 4MATIC+ accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 5.3 seconds and achieves an electronically limited speed of 250 km/h.

It really turns on the pressure: electric auxiliary compressor

The electric auxiliary compressor builds up a high level of boost pressure without any delays until the big exhaust gas turbocharger kicks in. As a result the 3.0-litre engine reacts extremely spontaneously and provides a dynamic response without turbo lag. An additional bonus is the high level of refinement of the six-cylinder in-line engine.

It will be electrifying: 48 V on-board electrical system

But the EQ Boost starter-alternator can do even more. It also provides the 48 V on-board electrical system with electricity. The conventional 12 V electrical system is likewise supplied from the new network – by means of a DC/DC converter. The 48 V battery increases the overall battery capacity in the vehicle, which allows supplying more electrical energy. An additional advantage: the same power requires only a quarter of the current of a conventional system. The result is that the wiring can be thinner and therefore lighter, which indirectly contributes to saving fuel. The existing 12 V system supplies power to consumers such as lights, cockpit, infotainment displays and control units.

It also does hybrid: EQ Boost starter-alternator

The EQ Boost starter generator is a key component of the 48 V system and not only serves as an alternator, but is also responsible for hybrid functions. This allows fuel savings that were previously reserved for high-voltage hybrid technology. For the first time, the EQ Boost starter-alternator is also responsible for idle speed control.

The hybrid functions include boost with 16 kW of output and 250 Nm of torque, energy recovery, shifting of the load point, gliding mode and the virtually imperceptible restarting of the engine with the start/stop function.