2009 MERCEDES BENZ E 63 AMG T-Modell (S212) 5.5L V8 7AT (525 HP)

Vehicle Overview

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the E 63 AMG at the 2009 New York International Auto Show and showed a slight increase in power and a unique design.

When the German carmaker announced the introduction of the E-Class, its fans were waiting for the AMG version, and that came in both shapes as a sedan and station wagon. The latter was used as a medical emergency vehicle in the Formula 1 World Championship. Its performances were strong enough to go around a track with mind-blowing speeds, and it was not scared by corners or bends.

At the front, the E 63 AMG T-Modell was 17 mm (0.7″) wider than its non-AMG stablemates. That called for slight redesigned front fenders to accommodate the 255/40 R18 wide wheels. Its front bumper received a specific design with an A-shaped lower grille flanked on its sides by scoops that hosted the LED-daytime running lights. Mercedes’ in-house tuner placed the 6.3 liters chromed badge on the front fenders, while in the back, the carmaker installed a set of 285/35 R 18 tires.

Inside, the carmaker introduced carbon-fiber trims instead of wood-veneers or aluminum decorations. The metallic pedals looked sporty and grippy. Above the dashboard, covered by the same cluster as the instrument panel, Mercedes-Benz installed a new infotainment unit. Since it was a high-performance vehicle, regardless of the body version, the E-63 AMG T-Modell received high-bolstered seats for the front occupants.

With a 6.2-liter engine and a seven-speed automatic, the E-63 AMG T-Model offered performances that matched some supercar performances in terms of straight-line acceleration, with all-family inside.