The pounding heart of the E 53 Coupe is a new electrified 3.0-liter engine that produces 429 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque. With a 48-volt electrical system augmenting the car´s mechanics, an additional 21 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque are available through its EQ Boost starter-alternator. In short, you get an engine that delivers bracing power while maintaining superb efficiency and exquisite driving dynamics.
The expressive design of the coupe wraps that new engine in dynamic form: A twin-blade radiator grille in silver chrome, a front bumper in A-wing design, AMG side sill panels, high-gloss chrome on the round exhaust tailpipe — these and other design elements signal the arrival of a new breed of vehicle. Inside, the E 53 boasts a wide selection of interior colors and materials to complement its AMG-specific upholstery, AMG Performance steering wheel and widescreen cockpit display.
Alongside the Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet and the Mercedes-AMG CLS 53, the E 53 Coupe celebrated its premiere at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Expect it at dealerships later this year.
Key Highlights
- 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engine with turbocharger and electric auxiliary compressor
- 429 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque*
- EQ Boost Integrated Starter-Alternator system producing 21 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque*
- 0-60 in 4.4 seconds*
- Top speed of 130 mph (electronically limited)*
- AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission
- AMG Performance 4MATIC+ with fully variable torque distribution
- AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with "Comfort," "Eco," "Sport," "Sport+," and "Individual" drive programs
- 3-stage AMG RIDE CONTROL+ Air Suspension
- AMG Performance steering wheel
- Interior appointments available in MB-Tex man-made leather interior with DINAMICA microfiber, nappa leather and designo
- ENERGIZING Comfort feature
- Standard Driving Assistance features: ATTENTION ASSIST, PRE-SAFE® occupant protection system including PRE-SAFE® Sound.
- Optional Driving Assistance features: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC®, Active Steering Assist, Active Speed Limit Assist, Active Braking Assist with Cross-Traffic Function, Evasive Steering Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, PRE-SAFE® PLUS
The new Mercedes-AMG 53-series models of the CLS, E-Class Coupe
and E-Class Cabriolet
Perfect combination of performance and design
Affalterbach. Mercedes-AMG is expanding its product range with the addition
of three new models and at the same time introducing a new model designation:
the 53-series models of the CLS, E-Class Coupe plus E-Class Cabriolet. These
models combine powerful performance with sporty style and high efficiency. At
their heart lies a new, electrified 3.0-liter engine featuring an exhaust gas
turbocharger and an electric auxiliary compressor. The 6-cylinder in-line engine
generates 429 hp and delivers maximum torque of 384 lb-ft. Its EQ Boost starteralternator
momentarily provides an additional 21 hp of output plus 184 lb-ft of
torque and furthermore feeds the 48 V on-board electrical system. Other
technical highlights include the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission and
the fully variable all-wheel drive system AMG Performance 4MATIC+.
Distinguishing features which are common to the three new 53-series models
comprise the twin-blade radiator grille, the front bumper in A-wing design, the
AMG-specific side sill panels, the rear bumper with diffuser insert plus the
round exhaust tailpipe trim elements in high-gloss chrome.
“With the new 53-series models we are extending our portfolio in a first step
towards a hybridized future with a leading-edge combination of sporty design,
performance and efficiency. The basis for this is a contemporary drive
configuration in the form of a six-cylinder in-line engine with electric auxiliary
compressor, EQ Boost starter-alternator and 48 V on-board electrical system.
The very spontaneous response to accelerator pedal input, the precision and
the design focusing on driving dynamics are hallmark features of AMG. As
such we are providing an additional lifestyle-oriented customer group with a
further attractive offering from Affalterbach,” explains Tobias Moers, Chairman
of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
Six-cylinder in-line engine with EQ Boost starter-alternator
The six-cylinder in-line engine is characterized by top-of-the-range
performance and intelligent electrification. 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, while at the same time reducing fuel
consumption and emissions. And this move has been a successful one: the
AMG CLS53 accelerates from zero to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds (est.).
High torque without lag
Supported by the EQ Boost starter-alternator when moving off, the electric
auxiliary compressor builds up a high charge pressure without any delay, for a
faster increase in torque for acceleration until the large exhaust gas
turbocharger is deployed. As a result the 3.0-liter engine reacts extremely
spontaneously and provides a highly dynamic response without turbo lag. An
additional bonus is the high level of refinement of the six-cylinder in-line
engine.
Paving the way for hybrid functions: 48 V on-board electrical system
The power for the 48 V on-board electrical system is generated by the EQ Boost
starter-alternator. The conventional 12 V network is likewise supplied from the
new network – using a DC/DC converter. Thanks to the 48 V battery, the
overall battery capacity in the vehicle is increased, enabling more electrical
energy to be made available - and therefore also allowing innovative functions
to be introduced, for example. The 48 V on-board electrical system is therefore
paving the way for further hybridization. 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.
