AMG Details Hot New Turbo V8
The tuning arm of Mercedes-Benz, AMG, has further detailed its new turbocharged ‘M178’ V8 engine this week. The new powerhouse will soon debut in the brand’s key performance models: the C 63 AMG and the hero AMG GT Coupe. Alre
The tuning arm of Mercedes-Benz, AMG, has further detailed its new turbocharged ‘M178’ V8 engine this week.
The new powerhouse will soon debut in the brand’s key performance models: the C 63 AMG and the hero AMG GT Coupe.
Already known is that the 4.0 litre turbocharged V8 will deliver 375kW and 650Nm in its most basic form, although we can likely expect meaner versions to appear over time in special-edition models.
Boasting a 7200rpm redline, the new V8 will hand in peak power at 6250rpm - bettering the venerable 6.2 litre M159 engine by a good 750rpm.
Likewise, max torque comes on at 1750rpm - 3000rpm earlier than with the bigger engine - and continues on in the new engine to 3000rpm.
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