Images: Mercedes S211.I E 55 AMG (2004-06)
Released in Australia in June 2004, the Mercedes-Benz S211 Series I (S211.I) E 55 AMG was an executive wagon with seven seats. Manufactured in Sindelfingen, Germany, the rear-wheel drive W221.I E 55 AMG was powered by a 5.4-litre supercharged V8 petrol engine that was mated to a five-speed automatic transmission… Read full Mercedes S211 E 55 and E 63 AMG Estate review
Images: Mercedes-Benz S211.II E 63 AMG Estate (2006-09)
Released in September 2006, the introduction of the Mercedes S211 Series II (S211.II) range saw the E 63 AMG replace the E 55 AMG. The S211 E 63 AMG was powered by a naturally aspirated 6.2-litre V8 petrol engine that was mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. The Mercedes S211.II E 63 AMG could be identified by its deeper V-shaped grille, new bumpers, front fog lights, five-spoke alloy wheels, tail-lights and door mirrors. The E 63 AMG was also fitted with a rear ‘breakaway edge’ bootlip which, according to Mercedes-Benz, reduced lift at the rear axle by up to 30 per cent. Inside, there was a new four-spoke steering wheel (shared with the CLS-Class), climate control unit, upholstery and auto-dimming rear view mirror.
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