What you'll pay for the Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid 4Matic+ Edition 1
Parked next to the regular model, the Edition 1 distinguishes itself with Manufaktur Alpine Grey solid paintwork, 21" AMG cross-spoke forged alloy wheels, standard AMG Night Package and AMG Exterior Carbon Package.
Other neat design touches include an illuminated AMG-specific radiator grille and a sporty diffuser with round quad tailpipes.
Exclusive interior details include body-hugging AMG Performance seats, contrasting yellow topstitching, yellow seat belts, an MBUX Superscreen with passenger monitor and an AMG Performance steering wheel wrapped in Nappa leather and Dinamica microfibre.
As on the 'standard' Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid 4Matic+, the Edition 1 is powered by a 330kW/560Nm 3.0 l six-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 120kW/480Nm e-motor integrated into the vehicle's nine-speed AMG Speedshift TCT 9G transmission.
Total system output is rated at 430kW and 750Nm worth of torque; figures good enough to propel the Edition 1 from 0-100km/h in 3.8 seconds thanks to the standard AMG Dynamic Plus package that unlocks the carmaker's Race Start launch control system and momentarily provides an extra 20kW. Maximum speed is also increased to 280km/h.
Other trick features fitted to the Edition 1 include an AMG high-performance compound brake system, AMG Ride Control steel sprung suspension system with specially tuned two-valve adaptive adjustable damping and an electronic rear limited-slip differential.
Only 12 units have been confirmed for South Africa, with each retailing for R3,228,200.
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