MB coming next year with all new 4MATIC
12-19-2012, 10:56 PM
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2013 ML-63 AMG- 2010 C350 4matic
MB coming next year with all new 4MATIC
I found this info on the "AMG Private Lounge" Website:
QUOTE"Next year, Mercedes-Benz will be offering a new variant of the 4MATIC permanent all-wheel-drive system with fully variable torque distribution. This new development is based on the front-wheel-drive architecture with transversely mounted engines. Like the other 4MATIC versions, it boasts high tractive power reserves and outstanding agility accompanied by optimum driving safety and energy efficiency. The new 4MATIC will complement the four all-wheel-drive versions which have been available to date. This will ensure 4x4 technology tailored to the respective vehicle categories – from the CLA and the models of the C-, E-, S-, CLS- and CL-Class to the comprehensive range of SUVs and ATVs covering the GLK-, M-, GL-Class and G-Class. The new 4MATIC will also boost driving enjoyment in the particularly dynamic CLA 45 AMG which, like the series production model, is to be premiered in 2013."UNQUOTE
This is only the executive summary. The site offers more technical details about the system to its members. I do not think they will be appreciate me posting all the details because it is a restricted site to the AMG owners. The AMG owners can register after providing the serial number of their cars.
QUOTE"Next year, Mercedes-Benz will be offering a new variant of the 4MATIC permanent all-wheel-drive system with fully variable torque distribution. This new development is based on the front-wheel-drive architecture with transversely mounted engines. Like the other 4MATIC versions, it boasts high tractive power reserves and outstanding agility accompanied by optimum driving safety and energy efficiency. The new 4MATIC will complement the four all-wheel-drive versions which have been available to date. This will ensure 4x4 technology tailored to the respective vehicle categories – from the CLA and the models of the C-, E-, S-, CLS- and CL-Class to the comprehensive range of SUVs and ATVs covering the GLK-, M-, GL-Class and G-Class. The new 4MATIC will also boost driving enjoyment in the particularly dynamic CLA 45 AMG which, like the series production model, is to be premiered in 2013."UNQUOTE
This is only the executive summary. The site offers more technical details about the system to its members. I do not think they will be appreciate me posting all the details because it is a restricted site to the AMG owners. The AMG owners can register after providing the serial number of their cars.
12-20-2012, 09:41 AM
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Looks Great, Dont worry about Mercedes, they know that 30 seconds after posting this that it will become public info. I posted a review from motor authority on the X166 thread
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12-23-2012, 06:29 PM
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2004 Volvo XC70; 2012 GLK 350 4matic
M-B finally got around to copying my 2004 XC70 (built 04/2003) layout. 'Bout time. Actually, the Volvo XC70 transverse engine/front drive/AWD system debuted in 2001 or 2002.
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12-23-2012, 09:29 PM
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The transverse engine layout is inherently more efficient due to the rotation of the engine / transmission and drive wheels. Since they are all rotating in the same direction you save a little energy. Plus you would not have the torque of the rear drivshaft pushing one wheel down and lifting the other up. Unless you used a torque tube like the Corvette and the old Chevette. Yes the Chevette had a torque tube.
