2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK

The 2010 GLK-Class is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sport-utility. The Mercedes-Benz GLK was first shown in concept form at the North American International Auto Show in January, 2008. The concept was very close to the production model which debuted later in 2008 at the Auto China in Beijing. While a diesel was on display in China, the U.S. initially receives the GLK350 exclusively. Unlike the brand's M-Class, the new GLK-Class features an angular design similar to the legendary G-Class. The GLK is the fifth SUV in the Mercedes-Benz lineup.

The Mercedes-Benz GLK is an all-new vehicle for the 2010 model year. The GLK is available as the GLK350 or GLK350 4MATIC, the latter utilizing Mercedes' proven full-time all-wheel drive system. Both trims are powered by a 3.5-liter 268-horsepower V6 engine teamed with an advanced seven-speed automatic transmission. Towing capacity is rated at 3,500 lbs while the GLK350 is estimated to achieve 23 mpg on the highway. As with other models from the German car company, the GLK is well equipped with the latest safety equipment as well as an array of luxury features.

Mercedes-Benz SLR

The SLR Stirling Moss is the last in a line of big, mega-performance Mercedes SLR sports cars developed with the McLaren Formula One race team and first introduced in 2004. Exactly 75 copies of the SLR Stirling Moss will be built between June and December 2009, when all SLR production ceases.

This SLR is a tribute to renowned British race driver Stirling Moss, who famously won the 1955 Mille Miglia race in Italy in the original Mercedes 300 SLR, in what remains a record time. Yet the SLR Stirling Moss is as much a reward for loyal Mercedes customers. Only those who have purchased previous SLR models (for a minimum of $495,000) will be offered a chance to buy the new SLR Stirling Moss.

Mercedes-Benz Concept BlueZERO

The BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS gets the same 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine as the Fortwo as an additional range extender - just like the Chevy Volt. The three-cylinder powerplant that has an output of 50 kW can recharge the 17.5-kWh lithium-ion battery by means of a similarly rated alternator. A range of up to 370 miles is possible on a single tank. The purely electrical, locally emission-free range is up to 120 miles.

All three BlueZERO models feature front-wheel drive and according to Merc, they all accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in less than 11 seconds while their top speed is electronically limited to 93 mph in the interests of optimal range and energy efficiency.

Measuring 4.22 meters in length, 1.89 m in width and 1.59 m in height, the BlueZERO models can accommodate five passengers and a payload of around 450 kg (992) lbs with a luggage compartment capacity of over 500 liters.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Technical Specs
Standard Engine 3.0L V6
Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Cylinders 6Horse
power @ RPM 228@6000
Torque @ RPM 221@2700 (foot-lbs)

The C-Class is the Mercedes-Benz entry-luxury sedan, redesigned for 2008 and offered in either Luxury or Sport versions with the AMG-inspired Sport easily identified by the three-pointed star incorporated into the front grille. The C-Class was introduced in 1993 as a 1994 model to replace the 190 sedan. A C-Class Coupe was introduced for 2002 and continued through the 2005 model year.

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class adds Comfort Suspension for the C300 Luxury. New optional color interiors for C300 Sport and C350 Sport include Grey/Black and Almond/Mocha, and Burl Walnut trim is available. Technological upgrades include an available integrated compass in the rear-view mirror and the optional navigation system includes a larger 40 gigabyte hard drive with more space reserved for music and Zagat Restaurant Survey. A total of eight airbags are standard including new Pelvic airbags for front-seat occupants.