W211 E55 Amg
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I have heard so many stories and read so many posts, I really don't know what to believe here. I am hearing somewhere around the 400 HP range but then again thats what I hear and its not anything set in stone.
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Yeah i'm curious too to see what the W211 will have as far as an AMG model. Should be around somewhere 400HP to 480HP. I think they might be using the same engine as what's in the SL55. Hopefully?? 
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I don't think they will offer a manual 
, but there is a chance of AMG offering Sequentronic. This is a transmission just like BMW's SMG, where the computer contolls the clutch. The only car that has the option of Sequentronic right now is the C class coupe in Europe. At least you're more involved than in an automatic.
, but there is a chance of AMG offering Sequentronic. This is a transmission just like BMW's SMG, where the computer contolls the clutch. The only car that has the option of Sequentronic right now is the C class coupe in Europe. At least you're more involved than in an automatic.
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Hey Blue Benz!
If that's the case or that's what it's called Sequentronic what is the one on the E55. Where on the transmission it D (fro Drive) and it also has the "+" and "-" on it like it has 4 gears? I guess what i'm saying is you have the option of just leaving it into "D" for drive mode or the "+" or "-" if you want to manually shift into different gears? What do you call this? I thought this was called Sequentronic??
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If that's the case or that's what it's called Sequentronic what is the one on the E55. Where on the transmission it D (fro Drive) and it also has the "+" and "-" on it like it has 4 gears? I guess what i'm saying is you have the option of just leaving it into "D" for drive mode or the "+" or "-" if you want to manually shift into different gears? What do you call this? I thought this was called Sequentronic??
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Originally posted by JamE55
Hey Blue Benz!
If that's the case or that's what it's called Sequentronic what is the one on the E55. Where on the transmission it D (fro Drive) and it also has the "+" and "-" on it like it has 4 gears? I guess what i'm saying is you have the option of just leaving it into "D" for drive mode or the "+" or "-" if you want to manually shift into different gears? What do you call this? I thought this was called Sequentronic??
Hey Blue Benz!
If that's the case or that's what it's called Sequentronic what is the one on the E55. Where on the transmission it D (fro Drive) and it also has the "+" and "-" on it like it has 4 gears? I guess what i'm saying is you have the option of just leaving it into "D" for drive mode or the "+" or "-" if you want to manually shift into different gears? What do you call this? I thought this was called Sequentronic??
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I'm sure that the engine will be similar to the SL55 engine, just like they are doing now with the ML55, S55, CL55, E55, CLK55. A little bit different in each vehicle, but essentially the same. I've been happy with the transmission in my '01 E55 so far. Sometimes I'll downshift to set up a pass, the go back to drive. It reads the throttle position and upshifts very appropriately, so I rarely do any upshifting. I wouldn't go for a manual if it was offered.
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I dont think they will do manual either
This size and stature of car just wouldnt be the type that MB would load with a manual tranny in the US. Perhaps the sequnetronic is a possibility but Tiptronic is a definate. That is something that is easy to use and the system doesnt let you go to far astray. Thats more of MB style. Lots of power thats easy to access and control. 
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It seems to me that a slush box is in direct contrast to performance car. Hopefully, at minimum, they will offer sequentronic. Mercedes/AMG claim that the typical buyer does not want manual. Why then are M cars save the M3(SMG) only offered in manual and they sell as fast as they can be built. I think Mercedes could capture some would be M buyers if they offered a manual. Not to mention, there is some much more driver involement and sporting fun with manuals. At least give us a choice.
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New E55
It has been confirmed that the ALL new e-Class's will be offered with a choice of three different thransmision. The Automatic transmission, Sequentronic, and a 6-Speed Manual. THIS INCLUDES the E55! also notable is the following:
The next-generation Mercedes E-Class is, unsurprisingly, slightly bigger than the car it will replace, and have a roomier cabin. As all the six-cylinder engines offered will have their cylinders in a V6 format rather than the lengthier straight-six (the 320 engine will change from its in-line format), the bulkhead can be moved forward to create more interior space; the V8 engines also allow for this move.
The four-headlamp front end design will remain, though it will be slightly restyled and incorporate the latest xenon or gas-discharge light technology, but the rear end will receive a much more radical makeover, with taillights similar to those of the new SL convertible on the saloon version.
This model will be the first to receive DaimlerChrysler's new range of direct-injection petrol engines, and there will also be a full line-up of CDI direct-injection diesels, including the new 400 CDI V8 (250 bhp), as fitted in the new M-Class. Of course, there will be an AMG-tuned model, the E55 AMG, which will deliver around 450 bhp.
On the inside, the new E-Class will feature the latest evolution of Mercedes' COMAND satellite navigation/audio/in-car communications system, with integrated controls. It will also have a greater number of electronically controlled functions, including 'brake-by-wire' stopping power and, on the V8 models, electronically-controlled air suspension
The next-generation Mercedes E-Class is, unsurprisingly, slightly bigger than the car it will replace, and have a roomier cabin. As all the six-cylinder engines offered will have their cylinders in a V6 format rather than the lengthier straight-six (the 320 engine will change from its in-line format), the bulkhead can be moved forward to create more interior space; the V8 engines also allow for this move.
The four-headlamp front end design will remain, though it will be slightly restyled and incorporate the latest xenon or gas-discharge light technology, but the rear end will receive a much more radical makeover, with taillights similar to those of the new SL convertible on the saloon version.
This model will be the first to receive DaimlerChrysler's new range of direct-injection petrol engines, and there will also be a full line-up of CDI direct-injection diesels, including the new 400 CDI V8 (250 bhp), as fitted in the new M-Class. Of course, there will be an AMG-tuned model, the E55 AMG, which will deliver around 450 bhp.
On the inside, the new E-Class will feature the latest evolution of Mercedes' COMAND satellite navigation/audio/in-car communications system, with integrated controls. It will also have a greater number of electronically controlled functions, including 'brake-by-wire' stopping power and, on the V8 models, electronically-controlled air suspension
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but will they offer it in the US
So many cars are built that are not offered in the states. Since they dont plan to export but so many, and such a small percentage want manual, I dont think they will bother shipping them here. From what I understand, AMG has never built a production manual car for MB. A friend has that beautiful 6.9.. naturally that's an automatic. Ohhh the days.
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He SL55, where did you get all your info? Did you get it from that guy who posted on supercars.net, or did you have access to Auto Motor und Sport (has some info on the W211 in this months issue) or something?
Who knows if they will import the manual's here or not. It seems like American MB buyers are accepting MB manual's a little more than they used to.
Who knows if they will import the manual's here or not. It seems like American MB buyers are accepting MB manual's a little more than they used to.
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it would be great if MB would bring some manual cars to the stateside, considering they already have them in Europe and Asia (singapore, indonesia, etc.). I agree, who knows if they will or not
seeing how the M3s, M5s, and other manual variants of BMWs are selling like hotcakes, MB should consider following suit.
my $0.02
seeing how the M3s, M5s, and other manual variants of BMWs are selling like hotcakes, MB should consider following suit.
my $0.02
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Arrival to US?
Does anyone know an expected month/yr that hte E50 AMG will arrive to US Shores? I am currently looking at getting an M5, ML55, or an E55, however if the new E50 will be available lets say..within a yr..then I would hold out until then. Anyone know?
