Mercedes-Benz has announced the new range topping X 350d 4Matic will launch in Australia in December 2018. Featuring a 190kW (258hp) 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, 7-speed automatic transmission and 4Matic permanent all-wheel drive, the X 350 d is capable of sprinting from 0-100km/h in 7.5 seconds. Its 550Nm of torque …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz may offer V8-powered X-Class
Mercedes-Benz is ready to drop a V8 petrol engine into the X-Class ute, if customers demand it. Speaking to our friends at Drive, head of X-Class engineering, Frank Schumacher said the company isn’t prepared to upgrade its diesel V6 to beat its closest rival, the Volkswagen Amarok, but will take …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz X-Class gets Prior Design makeover
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class has only just hit some of the world’s market but Prior Design has already introduced one of the first bodykits for owners who think their utes look too tame. The PD400 widebody kit brings a more aggressive front fascia with larger vents within the front bumper along …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz X-Class sets to bring style to the premium ute segment
Mercedes-Benz has taken the veil off its new premium ute (or pickup if you live outside of Australia), christened the Concept X-Class that aims to combine the utility of a traditional ute with luxury and comfort. Two versions has been shown in Stockholm, Sweden – one showcasing the vehicle’s style, …
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