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Technical Specifications
Engine | |
Type | Gas V8 |
Displacement | 4.2L/254 |
Fuel System | FSI Direct |
Power | 420 Bhp@7800 rpm |
Torque | 317 Nm@4500-6000 rpm |
Transmission | |
Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
Trans Type | 6 |
First Gear Ratio | 4.37:1 |
Second Gear Ratio | 2.71:1 |
Third Gear Ratio | 1.88:1 |
Fourth Gear Ratio | 1.41:1 |
Fifth Gear Ratio | 1.13:1 |
Sixth Gear Ratio | 0.93:1 |
Reserve Ratio | 3.71:1 |
Final Drive Axle Ratio | 3.46:1 |
Mileage | |
City | 13 mpg |
Highway | 18 mpg |
Cooling System | |
Capacity | 24.3 qts |
Weight Information | |
Base Curb Weight | 3605 lbs |
Brakes | |
Type | Power |
ABS-system | 4 wheel |
Front & Rear Brake | Disk brake |
Tyres | |
Front | P235/40R18 |
Rear | P285/35R18 |
Wheels | |
Front | Alloy, 18 X 8.5 |
Rear | Alloy, 18 X 10.5 |
Steering | |
Type | Power Rack & Pinion |
Ratio | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Tank | |
Capacity | 23.8 gallon |
Exterior Dimensions (inches) | |
Wheelbase | 104.3 |
Length | 174.5 |
Width | 75.0 |
Height | 49.3 |
Cargo Area Dimensions | |
Trunk Volume | 3.5 cubic feet |
Interior Dimensions | |
Passenger Capacity | 2 |
Front Head Room | 37.7 inches |
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In rumor news, the German publication Auto Motor und Sport is adding further fuel to the new Mercedes supercar fire, releasing a rendering of what they think a possible Audi R8 killer will look like.
The article speculates, as others have already suggested, Mercedes' will likely unveil the new mid-engined model sometime around 2010, with production stemming entirely from its AMG plant in Affalterbach.
As always, we'll keep you posted as any new details emerge; in the meantime, head over to Auto Motor und Sport to check out the full article, roughly translated from German.
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