2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 6.3L AMG

• AMG-designed front air dams w/mesh air intakes, rear apron
• Black grille w/(4) chrome ribs, chrome surround
• Blue-tinted glass
• Dual auto heated pwr mirrors-inc: memory, integrated turn signals, auto- dimming driver mirror
• Front halogen foglamps
• Programmable daytime running lamps
• Pwr tilt/sliding tinted glass sunroof w/1-touch express open/close, memory
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated windshield washer reservoir
• Single red rear foglamp
• Variable-focus halogen headlamps-inc: projector low beams, selectable light- sensing headlamps, automatic lamp substitution

• 10-way pwr AMG-designed heated front sport seats w/3-position memory, adjustable lumbar support, pwr-adjustable active head restraints
• 12V pwr outlet
• 4-way pwr tilt/telescoping steering column w/memory, programmable easy-exit feature
• 60/40 split folding 2nd-row seatbacks w/flip forward seat cushions
• Alcantara sun visors/headliner/pillars
• AM/FM/weatherband stereo w/integrated single-feed 6-disc CD changer, fiber- optic communication among components
• AMG-designed black gauges w/white markings
• AMG-designed leather-trimmed shift knob w/matte chrome inlay
• AMG-designed leather-trimmed sport steering wheel-inc: raised thumbgrips, shift-paddle controls, audio/multifunction display controls
• AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery w/Alcantara shoulder inserts
• Audible reminders & message-inc: open door, exterior lamp failure, headlamps on, parking brake on, low fuel/oil/coolant/washer fluid, remove ignition key
• Audio auxiliary input jack in glovebox
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Automatic quad-zone climate control-inc: electrostatic dust/pollen filter, humidity/dewpoint sensors, tunnel mode w/(1) touch closing of all windows/ sunroof
• Cargo area 12V pwr outlet
• Center console-inc: wood-trimmed rolltop cover, enclosed storage, removable dual front cupholders
• COMAND cockpit management/data system-inc: large color-LCD screen, (10) soft key, controls for AM/FM/weatherband radio, CD changer, Sirius satellite
• Cruise Control
• Electrically heated rear window w/auto shut off based on time/exterior temp
• Folding rear armrest w/enclosed storage, dual cup holders
• Hand-polished Black Birdseye Maple wood trim
• Harman/kardon Logic7 digital surround sound system-inc: (12) speakers, 7.1 channel amplifier, multichannel digital surround sound technology, digital dynamic volume control
• HomeLink compatible universal garage door opener
• Illuminated entry system w/locator lighting
• Instrumentation-inc: fuel/coolant temp electronic bar-graph, tachometer, digital touch shift/mode selection display, quartz clock
• Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus display
• Multifunction display in instrument cluster-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, digital speedometer, audio status, reminder/malfunction indicator, driver-programmable settings, resettable trip meter, AMG RACETIMER
• Night security illumination
• Pwr door locks w/drive away locking
• Pwr windows w/1-touch express down/up
• SIRIUS Satellite Radio
• SmartKey infrared-remote-inc: trunk unlock, opening/closing windows/sunroof, panic alarm, fuel filler door, lock/unlock all doors or drivers
• Stainless-steel pedals w/rubber studs
• Tele Aid GPS stolen vehicle recovery system w/remote door unlock, automatic collision notification alert
• Touch turn signals (flashes (3) times w/1-touch)

• 245/40ZR18 front/265/35ZR18 rear high-performance
• 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes system (ABS) w/brake assist system
• 6-piston front/4-piston rear perforated/ventilated AMG pwr disc brakes
• 6.3L DOHC SFI AMG-built 32-valve V8 engine
• 7-speed automatic AMG-enhanced driver-adaptive transmission-inc: Touch Shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode, AMG SpeedShift, direct-access manual mode, steering-wheel shift paddles, electronically controlled shifting
• Airmatic AMG-calibrated semi-active suspension w/adaptive damping system (ADS-II)
• AMG 18 x 8.5 front/18 x 9.0 rear 5-spoke aluminum wheels
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
• Enlarged stabilizer bars
• Independent 4-link front/5-arm multilink rear suspension
• Polished chrome exhaust tips
• Rear wheel drive
• Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering

• 3-point driver/front passenger shoulder belts-inc: height adjustment, emergency tensioning device, adaptive belt force limiter
• 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes system (ABS) w/brake assist system
• Driver/front passenger dual stage air bags w/front passenger adaptive feature
• Electronic stability program (ESP)
• Front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS)
• Outboard rear universal lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
• PRE-SAFE-inc: electrically tensioning front seat belts, front passenger seat adjustment for favorable airbag/seat belt effectiveness, closing of sunroof
• Programmable daytime running lamps
• Rear 3-point seat belts w/outboard emergency tensioning device, adaptive belt force limiter, outboard automatic height adjustment
• Side impact airbags
• Window curtain airbags

Model Highlights

Mercedes-Benz freshened its E-Class for 2007. The front end gets a more aggressive bumper and lower fascia, and the grille is mildly restyled. Careful study will also note subtle changes to the taillights, rear bumper, and side view mirrors. Inside there is a revised steering wheel and shifter. While all these improvements are fine, it's what under the hood that has undergone the more dramatic changes. In 2006, the E320 was replaced by the 268-horespower E350 V6 model, which continues on in 2007. The E500 gets shouldered aside this year, though for the 382-horsepower V8 E550. Sitting at the top of the range is the E63 AMG. This muscle car carries a normally aspirated V8, built by AMG, and makes an eye-popping 507-horsepower and 465 ft-lbs of torque. The E320 diesel model has been revised to feature Bluetec in order to meet stricter regulations. The E350 and AMG variant are offered as sedans and wagons (with the E350 featuring all-wheel drive and the E63 retaining the rear-wheel drive setup), while the rest of the models are sedans only. Helping out with both acceleration and improved fuel economy is the seven-speed automatic transmission that appeared in the 2006 model. It's hard to tell which added more to the feeling of power-to-pass-at-will; the additional grunt of the new four-valve-per-cylinder engines, or the seven-speed's ability to place the engine in the fat part or the torque curve with just a nudge of the accelerator. Cars with 4MATIC are paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. The AMG V8 propels the E63 at an alarming pace when asked to work at maximum efficiency. As impressive as its power numbers sound, they don't prepare you for the ferocity of the acceleration, which can move the E63 from 0 to 60 mph in only 4.3 seconds. The engine note that emanates from the four, chrome tipped exhaust pipes is one of the most inspiring sounds on the road. As one would expect, standard equipment is superb. A sunroof, fog lamps, heated power mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, power seats, dual-zone climate control, a harman/kardon LOGIC7 audio system with a six-disc CD changer, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror are included in the base vehicle, as well as the usual luxury car features. Mercedes-Benz has a reputation for building safe cars, and the E-Class comes with a full complement of the expected safety items. Dual-stage front air bags are supplemented by side air bags in both the front and rear seats, plus head curtain bags protect in rollovers. Anti-lock brakes and stability control are also standard. New for 2007 is the PRE-SAFE assist system, which will cinch your belts, return your seat to optimal position and even close the windows and sunroofs when it senses an imminent collision. The E550 adds semi-active suspension, leather upholstery, and quad-zone climate control. The E63 features AMG enhancements throughout, including a reprogrammed seven-speed transmission, stiffer suspension, larger wheels, performance tires, bigger brakes, heated seats, and various go-fast cues inside and out. It also has satellite radio standard. Adaptive cruise control, parking assist, xenon headlights, Bluetooth, and Keyless Go, among a host of other items, are all optional.