The powerful Mercedes E63 AMG...gets even more power

For 2011, Mercedes' famed "bankers hot rod" is getting a few upgrades. Here's all the juicy details;

11 extra horsepower, bringing the total to a gravity defying 525 bhp

12% better fuel mileage (12.6 litres per 100 km)

A new front axle, for more grip in the curves

AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed wet-clutch (no torque converter) transmission, with 3 automatic settings, full manual override, and a Race Start function

New ceramic-composite brake option

New COMMAND APS multimedia option with free map upgrades for 3 years

Artico leather trim on the dash, and door panels

Piano Black, lacquer finished wood trim on the centre console

New Designo leather trim packages

New safety options including; Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, PRE-SAFE Brake with automatic emergency braking, Adaptive Highbeam Assist, Night View Assist, and Speed Limit Assist

The 2011 Mercedes E63 AMG is also available with a host of additional features from the "AMG Performance Studio". The highlights include;

AMG RIDE CONTROL performance suspension

AMG Locking Rear Differential

AMG rear spoiler

AMG wheels

Special Nappa leather trim

AMG 3-spoke steering wheel

AMG floor mats (of course)

AMG carbon-fibre packages for both the interior and exterior

The 2011 Mercedes Benz E63 AMG is unquestionably a thug wearing an Armani suit. Its 6.3-liter V8 can propel this 5 passenger family saloon from 0-100 km/h in a mere 4.5 seconds. Keep the pedal down, and the E63 will eventually reach an electronically governed top speed of 250km/h.