W211 AMG Discuss the W211 AMG's such as the E55 and the E63

Found a new crush at the auto show

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 12:10 PM
  #1  
JoeJErnst's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,036
Likes: 169
From: Portland, Oregon
2019 Jeep Trackhawk, 2002 CLK55, 2014 911 Carrera
Found a new crush at the auto show

I went to the Portland International Auto Show this weekend and kinda fell in love a little bit with the new 2016 CTS-V:



The numbers are impressive: 640hp, 630 ft-lb, $93k (ok, maybe that last number isn't so impressive...)

There was also a Hellcat Charger there, but it was roped-off so I couldn't sit in it. We'll see what the new AMG E-class looks like when it comes out, but it may have some serious competition when it comes time to retire the E55 in a few years.

Last edited by JoeJErnst; Feb 1, 2016 at 01:19 PM. Reason: Keep getting Challengers and Chargers mixed-up!
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 12:30 PM
  #2  
Toadster's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 4,066
Likes: 37
From: Folsom, CA
2005 E55 AMG
that picture makes the car look really big - almost S-class size - how are the dimensions compared to the E63?
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 12:36 PM
  #3  
JoeJErnst's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,036
Likes: 169
From: Portland, Oregon
2019 Jeep Trackhawk, 2002 CLK55, 2014 911 Carrera
Originally Posted by Toadster
that picture makes the car look really big - almost S-class size - how are the dimensions compared to the E63?
I think that's just because I took it from a weird angle. Seeing it in person, I didn't notice it to "feel" bigger than the W211. Not sure on the actual dimensions.
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 12:43 PM
  #4  
JoeJErnst's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,036
Likes: 169
From: Portland, Oregon
2019 Jeep Trackhawk, 2002 CLK55, 2014 911 Carrera
OK, you made me look up the dimensions. ;-)

The 2016 CTS-V is indeed 8" longer than the 2005 E55, but the width and height are about the same. Curb weight is 4134 for the caddy, vs. 3825 for the E55.
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 01:18 PM
  #5  
mightar's Avatar
Super Member
Veteran: Navy
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
 
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 569
Likes: 52
From: Silicon Valley
V60 Polestar, Veloster N 6MT
If that CTS-V came in a wagon variant, I'd be very interested. If it came with MT, I'd put a deposit right now.
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 04:32 PM
  #6  
Exotic-metal55's Avatar
PLATINUM SPONSOR
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 3,834
Likes: 65
From: Texas
2003 CL55
Originally Posted by Toadster
that picture makes the car look really big - almost S-class size - how are the dimensions compared to the E63?
That is what she said. S class? You mean Maybach size
__________________



E63 Biturbo, UPD Cold Air induction kit, UPD performance crank pulley and UPD adjustable rear suspension with ride height adjustment.

CL55 UPD Cold Air Boost kit, UPD 3000 stall converter, UPD 77mm SC clutched pulley and beltwrap kit, Custom long tubes, UPD crank pulley , UPD suspension kit, UPD SC pulley, Aux. HE, Trunk tank w/rule 2000 pump, Mezeire pump, UPD 5pc idler set, Aluminum rotor hats.

www.ultimatepd.com
instagram @ultimate_pd
facebook.com/ultimatepd
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 05:05 PM
  #7  
a100steaksauce's Avatar
Super Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 639
Likes: 34
W218
Originally Posted by Toadster
that picture makes the car look really big - almost S-class size - how are the dimensions compared to the E63?
yeah that rear over hang looks bad from that angle.
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 05:12 PM
  #8  
HeissRod's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 4,429
Likes: 61
From: Cypress, TX
'06 E55, '15 Jeep SRT8, '94 Mustang GT
I prefer the looks of the previous model
Reply
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 06:08 PM
  #9  
Ls1toAMG's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 1,236
Likes: 72
From: Indianapolis
2004 E55.98 SS Camaro.Jetta TDI. Expedition
Originally Posted by HeissRod
I prefer the looks of the previous model
Me too. Cranberry with all chrome powder coated black. One of these days..
Reply
Old Feb 1, 2016 | 06:13 PM
  #10  
MTV10's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 1,060
Likes: 98
From: Montreal, QC
E55 AMG & C63 AMG
Why is it so long...?? (That's what she said)
Reply
Old Feb 2, 2016 | 04:30 PM
  #11  
SSleeper's Avatar
Member
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jan 2016
Posts: 98
Likes: 6
From: Republic of Texas
'17 G63 AMG
Went to the AutoShow down here in Houston, TX this past weekend & was impressed w/ the CTS-V also, but the '16 is way larger than previous years. The '16 ATS is about the same size as the old CTS, but only comes w/ a V6 twin-turbo in V-trim. For the price difference I'm glad the wife loves the E63 we ended up w/.
Reply
Old Feb 2, 2016 | 05:35 PM
  #12  
Ls1toAMG's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 1,236
Likes: 72
From: Indianapolis
2004 E55.98 SS Camaro.Jetta TDI. Expedition
Originally Posted by SSleeper
Went to the AutoShow down here in Houston, TX this past weekend & was impressed w/ the CTS-V also, but the '16 is way larger than previous years. The '16 ATS is about the same size as the old CTS, but only comes w/ a V6 twin-turbo in V-trim. For the price difference I'm glad the wife loves the E63 we ended up w/.
Yes but there are ATS's in the 10's already. They are stout
Reply
Old Feb 3, 2016 | 05:21 PM
  #13  
Sir-Boost-a-Lot's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 2,092
Likes: 29
From: Orlando
1967 Pro Touring turbo LSX Camaro
Sit in an ATS then see what you think about it.
I was really interested until that point.

The new CTS-V is bananas IMO. I really want one bad and specced one out at the dealer shortly before they came out and just can't bring myself to part with almost 100k for what it is. Especially since I'll take it apart within a few months of owning it lol
Reply
Old Feb 6, 2016 | 03:43 AM
  #14  
babyboigsxr's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,261
Likes: 21
From: SoCaL (LA / OC)
E55 AMG (SOLD), EvoSport CLK (SOLD), 2013 GsxR 750 (SOLD)
Maybe i shouldn't share my desktop wallpaper on my 23" monitor that i had for over six months now...

Reply
Old Feb 6, 2016 | 03:44 AM
  #15  
babyboigsxr's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,261
Likes: 21
From: SoCaL (LA / OC)
E55 AMG (SOLD), EvoSport CLK (SOLD), 2013 GsxR 750 (SOLD)
For different reasons... I'd get the CTS-V over any of the Hellcats and other cars within the same category. But that's just me.
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 02:07 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE