All AMG engines – with the exception of the "35", "43" and "53" models, as well as the PU106B 1.6 L V6 E-Turbo Hybrid F1 engine used on the AMG One – are hand built using a "one man, one engine" philosophy at the current AMG plant in Affalterbach, Germany. To signify this, each AMG engine builder stamps the engines they produce with an engraved plaque depicting their signature. According to Mercedes-Benz, there are only about 50 AMG engine builders.
As part of the official Mercedes product line, the AMG models are sold side by side with regular production models, unlike those offered by other Mercedes tuning firms such as Brabus.
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"43" M139 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo
Mercedes-AMG C 43
Mercedes-AMG SL 43
Mercedes-AMG GLC 43
"43" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo
Mercedes-AMG GT 43 4-Door Coupé
"45" M139 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo
Mercedes-AMG A 45/A 45 S 4MATIC+
Mercedes-AMG GLA 45/GLA 45 S 4MATIC+
At 310 kW (416 hp) and 500 nm in the 45 S variant, the M139 with twin-scroll turbo was the world's most powerful four-cylinder engine in serial production at the time with a specific output of 208 hp per litre or 104 hp per cylinder.
"53" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo
Mercedes-AMG CLE 53
Mercedes-AMG GLE 53
These are powered by the new Mercedes-Benz M 256 inline six cylinder engine.
"53 E-Performance" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo PHEV
Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+
Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+
"55" M177 4.0 L V8 Bi-Turbo
Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+
Mercedes-AMG GT 55
"63" M177/M178 4.0 L V8 Bi-Turbo
Mercedes-AMG GT 63/63 Pro
Mercedes-AMG SL 63 4MATIC+
Mercedes-AMG G 63 (W465)
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63
Launched in the UK market in April 2015, the 4-litre M178 V8 uses an unusual configuration where the position of the intake and exhaust are reversed, to create a more compact engine and hence vehicle design. This "hot inside v" configuration, as AMG calls it, has the exhaust gasses exiting into the central v area of the engine block where the engine's twin turbochargers are also mounted.
"63 E-Performance" M139 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo PHEV
Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E-PERFORMANCE
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E-PERFORMANCE
The M139 found in the C 63 S E-Performance produces 350 kW (469 hp), giving it a specific output of 235 hp (175 kW) per litre or 117 hp (87.5 kW) per cylinder, making it the current most powerful four-cylinder engine in serial production.
"63 E-Performance" M177 4.0 L V8 Bi-Turbo PHEV
Mercedes-AMG S 63 E-PERFORMANCE
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E-PERFORMANCE
Mercedes-AMG SL 63 S E-PERFORMANCE
"43" Dual-Motor
Mercedes-AMG EQE 43
Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV 43
"53" Dual-Motor
Mercedes-AMG EQE 53
Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV 53
Mercedes-AMG EQS 53
Previous AMG models
"65" M275 6.0 L V12 Bi-Turbo
The models listed below were powered by a variant of the Mercedes-Benz M275 engine.
2004–2013 S65 AMG
2004–2014 CL65 AMG
2004–2011 SL65 AMG
2012–2018 G65 AMG
2012–2018 Mercedes-AMG SL 65
2014–2019 Mercedes-AMG S 65
This AMG powerplant had an all-new design of the bi-turbo system, which features larger turbochargers, a new, more powerful charge-air cooling system, an increase in the engine displacement (to 5980 cc), and many other engine design measures. This allows it to produce a claimed 621 horsepower and 738 lb⋅ft (1,001 N⋅m) of torque.
"65" models used a 5-speed automatic transmission for a long time, as the newer 7G-Tronic wasn't able to handle the torque from the V12 engines. This was changed with the introduction of 2012 SL 65 AMG, which uses the same AMG SpeedShift MCT transmission as the rest of the AMG line-up.
Coinciding with the facelift of the CL-Class for the 2011 model year, the 2011 CL 65 AMG had an enhanced engine. AMG redesigned the exhaust gas turbochargers and added new engine electronics. It produced 621 horsepower, allowing the car to accelerate from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 4.2 seconds (0.2 seconds faster than the 2011 CL 63), with an electronically limited top speed of 186 mph (299 km/h). The update also improved fuel economy and reduced carbon emissions by 3.5% over the outgoing model.
"63" M157 5.5 L V8 Bi-Turbo
The models listed below were powered by the M157 variant of the Mercedes-Benz M278 engine.
Mercedes-AMG CL 63 (C216)
Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 (C218)
Mercedes-AMG E 63 (W212)
Mercedes-AMG G 63 (W463)
Mercedes-AMG GL 63 (X166 pre-facelift)
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 (W166 facelift)
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 (X166 facelift)
Mercedes-AMG M 63 (W166 pre-facelift)
Mercedes-AMG S 63 (W222 pre-facelift)
Mercedes-AMG SL 63 (R231)
Rumoured in 2009 and confirmed in 2010, AMG developed the M157, a 5.5-litre V8 with direct fuel injection and twin turbochargers. Power is rated at up to 577 bhp (430 kW; 585 PS) at 5,250-5,750rpm with a peak torque of 664 lb⋅ft (900 N⋅m) made between 2,000rpm and 4,500 rpm (the amount of power and torque depends on model, but these are the maximum ratings). Both engines are mated to Mercedes-Benz's 7-speed MCT transmission.
Unlike the M156 naturally aspirated 6.2 L V8, which was developed entirely within AMG, the M157 is based upon the M278 used in the regular Mercedes-Benz S-Class and CL-Class. The M157 boasts 25% better fuel economy (10.5 litres per 100 kilometres versus 14.4 L/100 km in the European driving cycle) over the M156, meaning it avoids the US Gas Guzzler Tax for the first time ever, despite having up to 47 horsepower more. The M157's increased torque from both the regular version and performance package means the engine can be shifted into a taller gear sooner, keeping engine revs and fuel consumption to a minimum. The new M157 has an engine start/stop mode and is lightweight at 204 kg. The M157 is said to be ideal for powering full-size sedans such as the S-Class, but the older M156 remains in production, as its more precise throttle response is still well suited to smaller sportier models (the C-Class), until the 2015 model arrives, which is powered by a 4.0 liter V8.
5.5 L V8 BiTurbo models carry the "63" model designation, shared with the 6.2L V8 models. Visually, the 2011 S 63 AMG is differentiated from the 2010 model (itself face-lifted over the 2009 S 63) by the more angular design of the chromed dual exhaust tips, which also sport embossed AMG logos, as well as new forged wheels. For the CL 63 AMG, the new M157 engine coincides with the facelift of the CL-Class for the 2011 model year.
Since 2013, AMG models with the S-Model package have featured all-wheel drive, which allows for better handling and better acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S has been tested to accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.2 seconds, with a quarter mile time of 11.6 seconds. This made it the quickest production sedan at the time. Motor Trend tested the 2014 E 63 AMG S with the M157 engine to produce an estimated 676 bhp (504 kW; 685 PS) and 631 lb⋅ft (856 N⋅m).
"63" M156/M159 6.2 L V8
2008-2015 C63 AMG, C63 AMG Black Series, Edition 507 (Sedan and Wagon) (facelifted for the 2012 model year)
Mercedes E63 AMG (W211, 2009-2011, Sedan and Wagon)
Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG, CLK63 AMG Black Series (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show) (used as Safety Car for the 2006 and 2007 F1 World Championship)
Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG (2008-2011)
Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG
Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG
Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG (W212, 2010–2012, Sedan and Wagon)
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (M159)
Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG (2007)
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, 2007–2011)
Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG (2009–2012)
AMG developed its own V8 engine (dubbed M156 in development) for the DTM series. The M156, in various states of tune, was used in models such as the SL 63, E 63, CLS 63, and S 63 until it was replaced by the M157 5.5 L Biturbo V8. This naturally aspirated V8 replaced most of the "55" models. The published output according to Mercedes varies from 457 PS (336 kW; 451 hp) on the C 63 AMG, to 525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp) on the C/CLK/R/ML/GL/S/SL/CL/E 63 AMG.
The 2008 S 63/CL 63/SL 63s that used the M156 engine at 518 horsepower edged out that of the S600/CL600/SL600, the latter powered by the 510 horsepower 5.5-liter twin-turbo V12, while also having a higher redline. However, the S600/CL600/SL600 is more expensive and has more torque at 612 pound-feet (830 N⋅m). The S 63/CL 63/SL 63, however, do have quicker acceleration times than their S600/CL600/SL600 counterparts and are the fastest in the lineup in 2014, due to the added weight and torque of the 65s, thus decreasing the 0-60 times and the handling limits.
Compared to the "55" supercharged 5.4 L V8 engine—which was restricted to the Speedshift 5G-Tronic five-speed automatic transmission, as it had a torque capacity of 796 lb⋅ft (1,079 N⋅m)—the reduced torque of the "63" M156 6.2L V8 means it can be mated with the more efficient 7G-Tronic, which can withstand a limit of 542 lb⋅ft (735 N⋅m). Despite the reduction in torque, the increased horsepower and more efficient transmission enable the 63 models to match or surpass the acceleration of the "55" models. Most of the M156-engined models used the 7G-Tronic automatic transmission, however the more recent 2009 SL 63, 2010 E 63, and 2012 C 63 use the 7-speed MCT transmission.
In 2009, AMG developed the M159 engine, which is based on the M156 engine, to use in SLS AMG. The M159 produces 583 horsepower and 489 lb-ft of torque in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT, and 622 horsepower and 468 lb-ft in the SLS AMG Black Series.
"55" M152 5.5 L V8
AMG SLK 55
The M152 is a naturally aspirated, detuned version of the M157 Biturbo V8. This V8 will be used for the 2012 SLK 55 AMG, and it produces 415 hp and 398 lb-ft. This engine was discontinued in 2016 with the release of the SLC 43 AMG.
"43" M276 3.0 L V6 Bi-Turbo
Mercedes-AMG E 43
Mercedes-AMG GLE 43
Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC+
Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC+
Mercedes-AMG C 43
Mercedes-AMG SLC 43
"45" M133 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo
Mercedes-AMG GLA 45
Mercedes-AMG A 45
Mercedes-AMG CLA 45
The 2.0 L Turbo I4 was created for use in the smaller, 45 AMG models, such as the A-Class, CLA-Class, and GLA-Class, which all share the same platform. The M133 (2015 onwards) produces 381 PS (376 hp) and 350 lb⋅ft (475 N⋅m), which made it the most powerful turbo 4-cylinder in production at the time, and with a 190.5-horsepower per liter, one of the most power dense engines in production. Models with the M133 Turbo 4 are paired with a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch Transmission. The CLA45 AMG can accelerate from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 4.2 seconds, according to Motor Trend's first test of the vehicle.
"30" 3.0 L I5 diesel
OM612 3.0 L "30" I5 Diesel models
C 30 CDI AMG (sedan, wagon, and Sportcoupé)
"32" 3.2 L V6 Kompressor
Powertrain consists of AMG Speedshift 5-speed automatic transmission mated to an AMG 3.2-litre V6 Kompressor engine with an output of 260 kW (349 hp) and 332 lb⋅ft (450 N⋅m) at 4,400 rpm. The engine is a special version of the 3.2 L (3199 cc) M112 E32, fitted with a helical twin-screw supercharger and water-to-air intercooler. The supercharger was developed in conjunction with IHI and features Teflon-coated rotors, producing overall boost of 14.5 psi (1 bar). Compared to the standard M112 engine, the AMG version also has a new crankshaft, new connecting rods and pistons, an oil pump with a 70-percent increased capacity, lightweight camshafts, and harder valve springs for a redline of 6200 rpm, an increase of 200 rpm.
While rival BMW M developed the SMG-II automated manual for the BMW M3, the C 32 and SLK 32 have a 5-speed automatic transmission with a "Speedshift" system, which now has quicker response (up to 35 percent) to accelerator and shift selector movements.
The C 32 has a smaller engine than its predecessors, the C 36 AMG with the M104 3.6L I6 engine, and the C 43 AMG powered by the M113 4.3L V8 engine. The C 32 AMG can accelerate from 0–60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.2 seconds, 0–100 mph (161 km/h) in 12.6 seconds, and has a 1/4 mile time of 13.6 seconds at 106 mph (171 km/h) (C&D comparison test May 2003).
3.2 L supercharged M112 V6 AMG
2002–2004 C 32 AMG (sedan, wagon (S203), and Sportcoupé)
2001–2004 SLK 32 AMG
2005–2006 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6
"55" M113K 5.4L V8 Kompressor
This model was nicknamed the "Hammer" after the original 1986 AMG Hammer (a W124 E-Class sedan with an AMG-tuned 360 hp 5.6-litre V8).
The main engine is a 5.4 L V8 engine This engine comes in two configurations.
The first configuration is a naturally aspirated V8 with 354 PS (260 kW; 349 hp) that is used in the C 55 AMG, CLK 55 AMG, E 55 AMG (1999-2002), SLK 55 AMG, and ML 55 AMG. The C 43 AMG (model years 1998–2000) was powered by a naturally aspirated V8 engine from the M113 family, but at a reduced displacement of 4.3L, hence the '43' designation.
The other configuration is a similar unit but with a highly efficient Lysholm type twin screw supercharger, as manufactured by Eaton. This supercharger is found in the rest of the AMG 55 models, which are typically midsized or larger vehicles. According to Mercedes, the published output varies from 476 PS (350 kW; 469 hp) to 517 PS (380 kW; 510 hp) and 700 N⋅m (520 lb⋅ft) to 720 N⋅m (530 lb⋅ft), depending on various methods of power measurements and different ECU programming, in accordance with nation-specific requirements. For instance, the E 55 AMG's engine was at the low end, yet nonetheless it was still Mercedes-Benz's fastest sedan at the time, while the SL55 AMG's engine had the top output. Mercedes has claimed that a more restrictive exhaust system was responsible for cutting output on the E 55 AMG, however some enthusiasts have managed to bump up horsepower to 505 on the E 55 by incorporating some parts from the SL 55.
The supercharged 5.4 L 24 valve V8 engine was mated to the Speedshift 5-speed automatic transmission, which has a torque capacity of 796 lb⋅ft (1,079 N⋅m), as the newer 7G-Tronic introduced in 2003 is limited to 542 lb⋅ft (735 N⋅m), which is not enough to handle the torque from the supercharged V8.
The V8 S 55 AMG had an output comparable to the V12-powered S600 throughout its production. The S 55 AMG (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.4 L 354 hp (264 kW) V8 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported the same motor, but supercharged to a rated 493 hp (368 kW). The S600 (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.8L 362 hp (270 kW) V12 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported a twin-turbocharged (or Bi-Turbo) 493 hp (368 kW) 5.5L V12. The justification for having two models with the same power is that the S 55 AMG is sportier and more responsive, while the costlier S600 is more luxurious with a smoother ride.
AMG phased out both the naturally aspirated and supercharged 5.4 L engines in favor of the new M156 V8 beginning in 2006, which was paired with 7G-Tronic. However, some enthusiasts were disappointed because the naturally aspirated M156 produces less torque than the supercharged M113K.
For the 2009 model year:
M113 5.4 L "55" V8 models (naturally aspirated)
SLK 55 AMG
M113 5.4 L "55" V8 models (supercharged)
G 55 AMG
Previous 55 AMG models
1999–2002 E 55 AMG
2003–2006 E 55 AMG
2000–2003 ML 55 AMG
2003–2005 C 55 AMG
2001–2002 CLK 55 AMG
2003–2006 CLK 55 AMG
2004–2007 CLS 55 AMG
2001–2008 SL 55 AMG
2001–2006 S 55 AMG
2001–2006 CL 55 AMG
2005–2006 C 55 AMG
2001–2009 G 55 AMG
"63" M137 6.3 L V12
The "63" badging was used on the short-lived 2001 S 63 AMG, 2001 CL 63 AMG and 2002 G 63 AMG. These were produced in limited quantities for one month and only offered through AMG to select customers in Europe and Asia, purportedly state leaders. The CL 63 AMG was the rarest C215 CL of all, and just 26 examples were built in November 2001 (51 plate), with some UK being and one for France registered in March 2002. These had a base price of £110,000 (~US$200,000). The G 63 AMG was the rarest W463 of all with just 5 examples built in September 2002 and sold in Germany at over €250,000 each.
These are powered by a naturally aspirated 6.3L V12 producing 326 kW (443 PS; 437 hp). This engine is based on the M137 5.8L V12 used in the S 600 and CL 600, but the AMG variants have a larger displacement, a new management system, a new crank case and cooling system, weight-optimized pistons, and a new camshaft with greater valve lift and modified valves. 390 lb⋅ft (530 N⋅m) of torque are available between 2500 and 5800 rpm with a peak of 620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpm while horsepower grows by almost 80 over the 5.8L V12. It is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. The 2001 S 63 AMG V12 had 100 hp more than the 2001 S 55 AMG, and was a few tenths faster.
"60", "73", "70", "55"
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R129) had several AMG variants during its production run from 1989 to 2001.
The SL 60 AMG was the most numerous of these rare cars. Sold from 1993 to 1998, it used a 6.0 litre V8 engine producing 381 PS (280 kW; 376 hp) at 5500 rpm. AMG claimed a 0–62 mph (100 km/h) speed of 5.6 seconds. Its top speed was limited to 250 km/h (155 mph), but with the limiter removed, it was capable of approximately 185 mph (298 km/h). AMG later unofficially conceded that 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) was more like 5.0 seconds and the engine produced between 405 and 410 bhp.
Extremely rare was the SL 73 AMG, sold through Mercedes-AMG in 1995, and offering the most powerful V12 engine ever put into an SL up to that time. After a brief hiatus, the SL 73 was offered again from 1998 to 2001. The same 7.3 L V12 was later used by Pagani in the Zonda.
Even rarer is the SL 70 AMG, with a 7.0 L (7055 cc) V12 engine.
The SL 55 AMG was sold in the R129 body style from 1998 to 2001 in limited numbers (5.4L V8, 354 PS (260 kW; 349 hp) at 5500 rpm). It was the predecessor of the production R230 SL 55 AMG sold later, albeit was normally aspirated in the R129 and not supercharged as in its R230 successor.
Electric Drive
In 2013, Mercedes-AMG announced the SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive, which was to be the first zero emissions vehicle from AMG. The vehicle used technology derived from Formula 1, and was the fastest electric car. The SLS AMG Electric Drive has 740 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque, and Mercedes-AMG claims a 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) time of 3.9 seconds.
Black Series models
AMG Black Series models are exclusive flagship models with the maximum in performance technology for AMG road cars. The AMG Performance Studio in Affalterbach is responsible for the upgrades that make an AMG into an AMG Black Series model. The Black Series treatment is only available on 2 door vehicles, which includes weight reduction, bucket seats, exterior alterations, interior alterations, higher power, greater traction, handling, and significantly greater overall performance. Black Series models are known as street-legal race cars.
SLK 55 AMG Black Series
CLK 63 AMG Black Series
SL 65 AMG Black Series
C 63 AMG Black Series
SLS AMG Black Series
AMG GT Black Series
The SLS AMG Black Series was tested by Motor Trend to have a 0-60 mph time of 3.2 seconds, and a quarter mile time of 11.1 seconds at 129.8 mph. The SLS AMG Black Series "demolished" the Motor Trend figure eight in just 23.1 seconds, beating the McLaren MP4-12C, Ferrari 458 Italia, Audi R8 V10 Plus, and the SRT Viper. The SLS AMG Black Series had the same 1:19 time as the Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SuperVeloce, the Ferrari Enzo, and beat the Ferrari 458 Italia, Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4, Porsche 997 GT2, and Nissan GT-R around the Top Gear test track.
As of May 2026, the AMG GT Black Series is the fifth fastest car around the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
Non-Mercedes AMG models
AMG is primarily associated with Mercedes-Benz, having been fully owned by the company since 2005, but it has also produced special variants of some Mitsubishi and Honda models.
Mitsubishi AMG models
AMG's relationship with Mitsubishi began in 1987 with an enhanced version of the second-generation Debonair, known as the Mitsubishi Debonair V3000 Royal AMG. This model did not feature performance upgrades but included a body kit, wheels, steering wheel, and AMG badges. A long-wheelbase version was later introduced.
In 1989, the Mitsubishi Galant AMG was launched, with about 500 units produced for the Japanese domestic market until 1991. The vehicle was equipped with an AMG-tuned Mitsubishi 4G63 engine producing 170 PS (125 kW) and featured a body kit, alloy wheels, and a full leather interior.
Honda AMG models
During the 1980s and 1990s, AMG developed sports variants of the Honda Ballade in South Africa. These models, known as Honda Ballade AMGs, were based on the fourth- and fifth-generation Honda Civics. They were equipped with lower Eibach springs, 15- or 16-inch Remotec aluminium wheels, and larger rear spoilers. The 180i models were powered by 1.8-litre Honda B18B4 engines, potentially tuned to 173 hp (129 kW), while 160i versions with 1.6-litre engines were also available.
The partnership between Mercedes-Benz and Honda in South Africa was driven by Mercedes' desire to expand its local lineup with more affordable models, while Honda sought to enter the South African market. Due to Mercedes' reluctance to invest in an entry-level model and Honda's lack of infrastructure and brand recognition in the country, a deal was made where Mercedes-Benz South Africa would build and sell Honda models. The South African Honda Ballades were essentially rebadged Honda Civics, featuring additional luxury equipment and positioned below models such as the Mercedes 190.
