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Mercedes-Benz is diligently trying to attract new, younger customers to its AMG performance line, and one giant step forward might be the introduction of a new small coupe, set to rival small performers such as the
Volkswagen Golf R,
BMW 1-Series, and so on.
A report from
Autocar states that this rumored new AMG coupe would be powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four with direct injection, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. This engine may produce as much as 300 horsepower, putting the AMG coupe right in line with the competitive set. Fuel-efficient technologies like brake energy regeneration, stop-start and a shift indicator lamp are likely to make their way into this new model, and all-wheel drive isn't out of the question, either.
Autocar reports that the design of this entry-level AMG model will be previewed by the
Mercedes-Benz F800 Style concept, set to make its debut next week at the
Geneva Motor Show. Consider our interest piqued.
Gallery: Mercedes-Benz F800 Style
[Source:
Autocar]
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