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The most powerful production Mercedes AMG ever

The first plug-in hybrid Mercedes-AMG enters series production as the most powerful production Mercedes AMG ever. It is the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance that will debut at the IAA Show in Munich next week.

Thanks to a special powertrain, the E Performance model transfers AMG DNA of driving performance into an electrified future. The car combines top performance and impressive driving dynamics.

The new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is powered by a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine with an electric motor. The total power of the car is an impressive 831 hp (620 kW) and 1,032 lb-ft (1,400 Nm) of torque. The battery, which powers the electric motor, is specially designed for fast delivery and energy consumption, but not for range. The high-performance battery has a capacity of 6.1 kWh with a continuous power supply of 70 kW and a short-term power supply of 150 kW for 10 seconds.

Not only is it the most powerful production AMG, but it is also the fastest Mercedes AMG. Thanks to its impressive performance, it reaches 62 mph in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h), which is better than the GT Black Series Coupe.

The exterior of the car has not changed much compared to other models. Some of the new additions are a charging port located on the rear bumper under the taillights, as well as a new set of 20-inch and 21-inch wheels, while the interior is identical to other GT models.

Source: Mercedes

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2022 Jeep Grand Commander

It’s been very exciting at Jeep lately. After the new Jeep Commander hit the South American market a few days ago, Jeep unveiled an improved Grand Commander model at the recent Chengdu Auto Show.

The new Grand Commander is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged 232 hp (173 kW) engine with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive has more power, 263 hp (196 kW). Power is transmitted via a nine-speed automatic transmission, available in all models. There is also a hybrid version with a 2.0-liter engine and two electric motors, powered by a 13 kWh battery. The PHEV version produces enough juice to cover a range of 561 miles (900 km).

If you think the Chinese and South American versions are based on the same platform, you are wrong. The South American model uses a smaller platform that is also used on the Compass model. The Chinese model uses a larger platform as does the Cherokee model.

Speaking of looks, it should be noted that the new Grand Commander has retained the front grille with visible changes to the headlights with LED light strip. New bumpers with better intakes have been installed. At the rear are high-mounted thinner taillights. The interior has not been changed. There are 7 seats in three rows, in the middle of the dashboard there is a touch screen with many options available.

The starting price of the Grand Commander model with an internal combustion engine ranges from $ 37,000 to $ 51,000. The hybrid version costs about $ 48,000.

Source: Jeep

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OPEL ASTRA – NEW GENERATION OF PHEV MODELS

From Opel comes an improved version of the eighth generation Astra and will be offered with diesel and gasoline engines with two plug-in hybrid options.

The new Astra will use the platform recently introduced on the third generation Peugeot 308. Larger in size than its predecessor, the new Astra has a 13 mm longer wheelbase. The old grille was replaced with a black plate. New LED headlights have also been installed, which can be upgraded to Vauxhall’s Intellilux items.

Inside, the cabin has been redesigned. On the dashboard, there is a large central touch screen through which most functions are performed, while some controls are kept under the touch screen and on the steering wheel. Thanks to the increase in size, the car also has a larger trunk volume, which now stands at 422 liters.

The new Astra will be offered with petrol and diesel engines, and customers will be able to count on two “plug in” hybrid options. The petrol 1.2 Turbo engine will produce 110 hp or 130 hp, while the diesel 1.2 four-cylinder engine will deliver 130 hp.

PHEV options come with a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 150 hp or 180 hp combined with a 110 hp electric motor. The electric motor is powered by a 12.4 kWh lithium ion battery that provides a range of 31 miles. Thanks to the 7.4 kW charger, the battery can be charged in less than two hours.

Source: Autocar