AMG '53' range in pipeline

Mercedes-Benz seems to be working towards developing a new range of car in the AMG series – the AMG 53, and the first one of the fleet is expected to debut sometime next year. As the ‘53’ nomenclature suggests, the upcoming series will be placed between AMG 63 and AMG 43 series of cars.

As the recent spy shots suggests, the Mercedes-AMG CLS53 speculated to be the first to debut with the AMG 53 badge. It is likely to be powered by the company’s newly developed in-line six cylinder engine codenamed the M256. However, the engine is expected to be tuned to produce about 430bhp. There have been speculations that the same motor will come mated to an electric motor but there has been no confirmation yet that all 53 variants will have hybrid propulsion.

After the AMG CLS53 debut, the AMG53 badge is expected to be carried to the E-Class Coupe and the Cabriolet as well. Launch date of the CLS 53 AMG has not been officially confirmed, but a debut in the next 12 months is very likely. The upcoming Frankfurt motor show in September would make a good platform for Mercedes-Benz to showcase the upcoming CLS53.

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