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'''Mercedes-AMG GmbH''', commonly known as '''AMG''', is the high-performance division of [[Mercedes-Benz]]. Based in [[Affalterbach]], [[Baden-Württemberg]], [[Germany]], AMG designs, builds, and customizes Mercedes-Benz vehicles to deliver more power, sharper handling, and a more aggressive look than their standard counterparts. AMG models are typically the most expensive and highest-performing versions in each Mercedes-Benz class.
The name "AMG" stands for '''A'''ufrecht, '''M'''elcher, and '''G'''roßaspach — the surnames of its two founders and the birthplace of one of them. Originally an independent company, AMG has been a wholly owned subsidiary of the [[Mercedes-Benz Group]] since 2005.
= History =
== Founding (1967) ==
AMG was founded in 1967 by two former Mercedes-Benz engineers: '''Hans Werner Aufrecht''' and '''Erhard Melcher'''. The full original name of the company was ''AMG Motorenbau und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH'' (in English: "AMG Engine Production and Development Ltd."). They set up shop in a former mill in '''Burgstall an der Murr''', a small town near [[Stuttgart]], and began designing and testing racing engines.
Aufrecht had been passionate about motorsport while working at Mercedes-Benz, but the company's management at the time was reluctant to get involved in racing. Frustrated by the lack of opportunity, Aufrecht left and convinced Melcher to start the business with him. Very quickly, the engines they built became sought after by private racing teams.
== The "Red Sow" and Early Fame (Late 1960s–1970s) ==
AMG's big breakthrough came at the '''1971 24 Hours of Spa''' race in [[Belgium]]. They entered a heavily modified '''Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8''' — a large, heavy luxury sedan that nobody expected to compete with lighter, purpose-built race cars. The car, nicknamed the '''"Red Sow"''' (''Rote Sau'' in German), won its class and finished second overall. This stunning result put AMG on the map internationally.
Throughout the 1970s, AMG grew steadily, equipping more and more Mercedes models with performance upgrades. Customization became a major part of the business — customers could order everything from engine upgrades to body kits and custom interiors. In '''1976''', AMG moved its main operations to a purpose-built workshop in '''Affalterbach''' (which remains its headquarters today), while racing-engine development stayed in Burgstall. Around this time, Erhard Melcher stepped down as a partner but continued working at the Burgstall facility.
== "The Hammer" and Growing Reputation (1980s) ==
During the 1980s, AMG offered a wide range of performance packages as a fully independent company. Customers could order increased engine displacements, performance cylinder heads, aggressive camshafts, sport suspensions, alloy wheels, body kits, and luxury interior upgrades.
A landmark moment came in '''1984''', when Melcher developed a completely independent cylinder head with four valves per cylinder, establishing AMG as a true engine manufacturer — not just a tuner.
In '''1986''', AMG created what many consider its most legendary car: '''"The Hammer"'''. This was a [[Mercedes-Benz W124|W124 E-Class]] sedan with an AMG-tuned 5.6-litre V8 engine stuffed inside. At the time, it was claimed to be the world's fastest passenger sedan — reportedly faster than a [[Lamborghini Countach]] when accelerating from 100 to 190 km/h. The Hammer became an icon, especially in the United States, and cemented AMG's reputation for building extraordinarily fast cars out of ordinary-looking sedans.
== Partnership with Mercedes-Benz (1990s–2000s) ==
In '''1990''', AMG and Daimler-Benz (the parent company of Mercedes-Benz at the time) signed a cooperation agreement. This was a turning point: AMG products could now be sold and serviced through Mercedes-Benz's worldwide dealer network, dramatically boosting demand and customer trust.
In '''1993''', the partnership produced its first jointly developed car: the '''Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG''', based on the first-generation [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class|C-Class]]. That same year, AMG was officially recognized as a trademark by the German Patent Office.
On '''1 January 1999''', DaimlerChrysler (as the parent company was then known) acquired 51% of AMG's shares, and the company was renamed '''Mercedes-AMG GmbH'''. The racing-engine division was split off into a separate company called '''HWA''' (from Hans Werner Aufrecht's initials), which continued to operate in Burgstall.
Finally, on '''1 January 2005''', Aufrecht sold his remaining shares, and Mercedes-AMG became a wholly owned subsidiary of what is now the [[Mercedes-Benz Group]].
= How AMG Cars Are Different =
AMG vehicles stand apart from standard Mercedes-Benz models in several key ways:
* '''More powerful engines''' — AMG models use specially tuned or entirely different engines, often with turbocharging or larger displacements.
* '''Sportier appearance''' — AMG cars typically feature more aggressive body styling, larger air intakes, wider fenders, unique grilles, and distinctive exhaust tips.
* '''Better handling''' — Sport-tuned suspensions, larger brakes, and performance tires give AMG models sharper cornering and more responsive driving dynamics.
* '''More carbon fibre''' — Weight-saving carbon-fibre components are used extensively.
* '''Unique transmissions''' — AMG models often use performance-oriented automatic or dual-clutch transmissions with faster shift times.
== AMG Numbering System ==
AMG models are usually badged with '''two numerals''' (like "E 63"), while regular Mercedes-Benz models use three (like "E 350"). These numbers don't always indicate the actual engine size — they are often a tribute to heritage models, such as the famous [[Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3]]. For example, the modern E 63 AMG actually has a 4.0-litre V8, not a 6.3-litre engine.
The main AMG tiers, from entry-level to flagship, are:
* '''"35"''' — Entry-level AMG. Uses an "AMG-enhanced" 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. These engines are ''not'' hand-built.
* '''"43"''' — Mid-range. Historically used a 3.0-litre V6 biturbo; newer models use a tuned 2.0-litre four-cylinder with mild-hybrid technology.
* '''"45"''' — Top-tier four-cylinder. Uses a hand-built 2.0-litre turbocharged engine producing over 400 hp — one of the most powerful production four-cylinder engines in the world.
* '''"53"''' — Uses a 3.0-litre inline-six with a turbocharger, electric compressor, and 48-volt mild-hybrid system. A well-rounded balance of power and efficiency.
* '''"63"''' — The traditional heart of the AMG lineup. Uses a hand-built 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (M177/M178 engine). These are the high-performance flagships of most Mercedes model lines.
* '''"E Performance"''' — The newest tier, combining combustion engines with plug-in hybrid electric motors for extreme power outputs (over 800 hp in some models).
== "One Man, One Engine" ==
One of AMG's most famous traditions is the '''"One Man, One Engine"''' philosophy. For higher-performance AMG models (the "45", "63", and above), each engine is hand-assembled from start to finish by a single technician at AMG's factory in Affalterbach. When the engine is complete, the builder attaches a signed metal plaque to it — a mark of personal craftsmanship and pride.
According to Mercedes-Benz, there are only about 50 AMG engine builders. This approach contrasts sharply with traditional assembly-line production, where engines pass through many workers on a conveyor belt. The "One Man, One Engine" method is both a quality-control measure and a powerful marketing symbol of AMG's dedication to craftsmanship.
Note: The entry-level "35" models and the older V6-based "43" models do not follow this hand-built process. However, the newer "43" models using the M139 engine (such as the SL 43 and GT 43) '''are''' hand-built. The Formula 1-derived engine in the [[Mercedes-AMG One]] has its own separate assembly process.
= Motorsport =
== Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) ==
AMG's motorsport involvement deepened in the late 1980s when it partnered with Mercedes-Benz on the [[Mercedes-Benz W201|190 E]] race cars for the '''Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft''' (DTM), the prestigious German touring car championship. Between 1988 and 1993, the AMG-prepared 190 E race car scored 50 DTM victories, establishing AMG as a serious force in professional racing.
When DaimlerChrysler acquired a majority share of AMG in 1999, the racing department was spun off into '''HWA AG'''. Since 2000, HWA has built and operated the Mercedes entries in the DTM (later called Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters).
== Formula One ==
AMG has a significant connection to [[Formula One]]. Since the end of 2011, the Mercedes factory F1 team has used the AMG branding, racing as '''Mercedes-AMG Petronas'''. Under this name, the team won a historic streak of Constructors' Championships from 2014 to 2021 and helped [[Lewis Hamilton]] secure multiple World Drivers' Championships.
Several AMG road cars have also served as the official '''[[Safety car|Formula One Safety Car]]''', including the AMG GT and AMG GT R. Since 2021, Mercedes-AMG shares the safety car role with [[Aston Martin]].
== GT Racing ==
Since 2010, AMG-based GT race cars — first the [[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG|SLS AMG GT3]] and then the [[Mercedes-AMG GT (C190)|AMG GT3]] — have competed in GT racing series around the world, including the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, the Blancpain Endurance Series, Super GT, and many others.
= Current AMG Models =
== AMG's Own Vehicles ==
These are cars developed entirely in-house by Mercedes-AMG, rather than being AMG versions of existing Mercedes-Benz models:
* '''[[Mercedes-AMG GT]]''' — A two-door grand tourer (the second generation shares its platform with the SL).
* '''[[Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe]]''' — A large four-door fastback sedan based on the E-Class platform, but with a significantly stiffened chassis and wider body.
* '''[[Mercedes-AMG SL-Class (R232)|Mercedes-AMG SL]]''' — A two-seat roadster. From the seventh generation onward, the SL is developed and sold exclusively as a Mercedes-AMG model.
* '''[[Mercedes-AMG One]]''' — A limited-production hypercar using a modified Formula 1 power unit. Only 275 were built, priced at approximately US$2.72 million each. It holds the Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record for road-legal production cars at 6:29.09 (set September 2024).
=== Discontinued AMG-Developed Vehicle ===
* '''[[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG]]''' — A gullwing-door supercar produced from 2010 to 2015. It was the first car developed entirely by AMG and used a front-mid-mounted 6.2L V8 (M159). An electric drive version was also produced, making it AMG's first zero-emissions vehicle.
== Hand-Built Engine Models ==
These are the models considered "true" AMGs. Their engines are hand-assembled from start to finish by a single technician at the AMG factory in Affalterbach, following the famous '''"One Man, One Engine"''' philosophy. Each completed engine receives a signed plaque from its builder. These models feature significantly different bodywork, suspensions, brakes, and exhaust systems compared to standard Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
=== "63" — 4.0L V8 Twin-Turbo (M177) ===
The "63" badge is the iconic heart of the AMG lineup. The number pays tribute to the legendary [[Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3]] — even though the current engine is actually a 4.0-litre V8, not a 6.3-litre. The "63" has always represented AMG's top-tier performance across most Mercedes model lines.
The current M177 engine uses a distinctive '''"hot inside V"''' configuration: the turbochargers and exhaust manifolds are mounted between the cylinder banks (inside the V), rather than on the outside. This makes the engine more compact and reduces turbo lag. Power output ranges from 476 PS to 639 PS depending on the model and tune. Models with an "S" suffix produce higher power and torque than the standard "63" versions.
In recent years, AMG has introduced '''E Performance''' plug-in hybrid variants that pair the M177 V8 with an electric motor on the rear axle, pushing combined output as high as 843 PS (in the GT 63 S E Performance).
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "63" Models
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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| W206/S206 || AMG C 63 S E Performance || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 + PMSM || 680 (combined) || 2022–present
|-
| W223 || AMG S 63 E Performance || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 + PMSM || 802 (combined) || 2022–present
|-
| W465 || AMG G 63 || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 + EQ Boost || 585 || 2024–present
|-
| X254/C254 || AMG GLC 63 S E Performance || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 + PMSM || 680 (combined) || 2023–present
|-
| V167/C167 || AMG GLE 63 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 + EQ Boost || 571 || 2020–present
|-
| V167/C167 || AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 + EQ Boost || 612 || 2020–present
|-
| X167 || AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 + EQ Boost || 612 || 2020–present
|-
| X290 || AMG GT 63 4MATIC+ (4-Door) || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 585 || 2020–present
|-
| X290 || AMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+ (4-Door) || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 639 || 2020–present
|-
| X290 || AMG GT 63 S E Performance (4-Door) || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 + PMSM || 843 (combined) || 2022–present
|-
| R232 || AMG SL 63 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 585 || 2022–present
|-
| C192 || AMG GT 63 / 63 Pro || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 585 / 612 || 2024–present
|}
'''Note:''' The C 63 S E Performance and GLC 63 S E Performance are notable for using the hand-built 2.0L M139 four-cylinder engine (from the "45" line) paired with a powerful rear-axle electric motor, rather than the V8. This makes them the first "63" models without a V8 engine — a controversial but technically impressive shift driven by emissions regulations.
{| style="width: 100%; border: 1px solid #999; text-align: center; font-size: 90%;"
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! style="background: #e8e8e8; color: #333; padding: 6px;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface); color: var(--wiki-color);" | Discontinued "63" Models
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M177 4.0L V8 Biturbo era''
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| W205/C205 || AMG C 63 / C 63 S || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 476 / 510 || 2014–2021
|-
| W213/S213 || AMG E 63 / E 63 S 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 571 / 612 || 2016–2023
|-
| W222/C217 || AMG S 63 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 612 || 2018–2020
|-
| W463 (2018) || AMG G 63 || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 585 || 2018–2024
|-
| X253/C253 || AMG GLC 63 / 63 S 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 476 / 510 || 2015–2022
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M157 5.5L V8 Biturbo era''
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| W212/S212 || E 63 AMG / E 63 AMG S || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 525 / 585 || 2012–2016
|-
| W222/C217 || S 63 AMG || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 585 || 2013–2017
|-
| W221 || S 63 AMG || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 544 || 2011–2013
|-
| C216 || CL 63 AMG || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 544 || 2010–2014
|-
| W218/S218 || CLS 63 AMG / CLS 63 AMG S || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 525–585 || 2011–2017
|-
| W463 || G 63 AMG / AMG G 63 || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 544–563 || 2012–2018
|-
| W463 || G 63 AMG 6×6 || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 536 || 2013–2015
|-
| W166 || ML 63 AMG || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 525 || 2012–2016
|-
| W166/C292 || GLE 63 AMG 4MATIC || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 525 || 2016–2019
|-
| X166 || GL 63 AMG / GLS 63 AMG || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 557–585 || 2013–2018
|-
| R231 || SL 63 AMG / AMG SL 63 || 5.5L V8 Biturbo M157 || 537–585 || 2012–2019
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M156 6.2L V8 NA era''
|-
| W204/S204/C204 || C 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 457 || 2007–2015
|-
| W204/C204 || C 63 AMG Black Series || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 517 || 2011–2013
|-
| W211/S211 || E 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 514 || 2006–2011
|-
| W212/S212 || E 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 525 || 2009–2011
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| W221 || S 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 525 || 2006–2011
|-
| W164 || ML 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 510 || 2007
|-
| W251 || R 63 AMG 4MATIC || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 510 || 2007–2013
|-
| C209 || CLK 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 482 || 2006–2010
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| C209 || CLK 63 AMG Black Series || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 507 || 2006–2010
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| W219 || CLS 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 514 || 2006–2010
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| R230 || SL 63 AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M156 || 525 || 2008–2012
|-
| R197 || SLS AMG || 6.2L V8 NA M159 || 571 || 2010–2014
|-
| R197 || SLS AMG Black Series || 6.2L V8 NA M159 || 622 || 2013–2015
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M137 6.3L V8/V12 era (pre-M156)''
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| W220 || S 63 AMG || 6.3L V8 M137 || 444 || 2001
|-
| C215 || CL 63 AMG || 6.3L V12 M137 || 443 || 2001–2008
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| W463 || G 63 AMG || 6.3L V12 M137 || 437 || 2002–2003
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! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''Early AMG "63" conversions (1960s–1970s)''
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| W112 || AMG 300 SE || 6.3L V8 M189 || 180 || 1961–1965
|-
| W111 || AMG 280 SE Coupé/Convertible || 6.3L V8 M189 || 268 || 1969–1971
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| W109 || AMG 300 SEL || 6.3L V8 M116 || 286 || 1969–1972
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=== "55" — 4.0L V8 Twin-Turbo (M177, current) ===
The "55" badge has made a return with the seventh-generation SL and the second-generation AMG GT. These use the same hand-built 4.0L M177 V8 as the "63" models, but in a lower state of tune (476 PS), serving as a more accessible V8 option below the "63" tier.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "55" Models
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| R232 || AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 476 || 2022–present
|-
| C192 || AMG GT 55 4MATIC+ || 4.0L V8 Biturbo M177 || 476 || 2024–present
|}
For the history of the previous "55" models (5.4L V8), see the "55" section under Discontinued Models.
=== "45" — 2.0L Turbo Four-Cylinder (M139) ===
The "45" badge represents the most powerful four-cylinder production engines in the world. The name commemorates the 45th anniversary of AMG's first racing trophy. Despite having only four cylinders, these are genuine hand-built AMG engines — distinctly different from the mass-production engines in the "35" and older "43" models.
The current M139 engine produces up to 421 PS (in the "45 S" variants) from just 2.0 litres — a remarkable specific output of over 210 PS per litre. It uses a twin-scroll turbocharger and technology derived from Mercedes' Formula 1 programme. The "45 S" variants can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 3.9 seconds, making them faster than many six- and eight-cylinder rivals such as the [[BMW M2]] and [[Audi RS3]].
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "45" Models
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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| W177 || AMG A 45 / A 45 S 4MATIC+ || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 || 387 / 421 || 2019–present
|-
| C118/X118 || AMG CLA 45 / CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 || 387 / 421 || 2019–present
|-
| H247 || AMG GLA 45 / GLA 45 S 4MATIC+ || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 || 387 / 421 || 2020–present
|}
The previous generation used the M133 engine (2.0L turbo four), which produced 360 PS initially and up to 381 PS after a mid-cycle update. It was fitted to the first-generation A 45, CLA 45, and GLA 45 models from 2013 to 2019. The M133 was one of the first engines to prove that a 2.0-litre four-cylinder could deliver genuine high-performance results — at the time, producing over 360 PS from 2.0 litres while maintaining everyday drivability was considered a remarkable achievement.
Interestingly, the "45" badge has an even older ancestor: in the 1970s, AMG built the '''AMG 280 E 4.5''' (W123), which used a 4.5-litre inline-eight (M116) producing 217 PS. However, this has no direct connection to the modern four-cylinder "45" models.
=== "43" (M139 + Mild Hybrid) — Hand-Built ===
A newer addition to the hand-built lineup. These models use the same M139 four-cylinder engine from the "45" models, but with a 48-volt mild-hybrid (EQ Boost) system added. They receive the "One Man, One Engine" treatment and a builder's signature plaque, making them genuine hand-built AMGs despite the "43" badge.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "43" Models (M139 MHEV, Hand-Built)
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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| R232 || AMG SL 43 || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 + EQ Boost || 381 || 2022–present
|-
| C192 || AMG GT 43 || 2.0L I4 Turbo M139 + EQ Boost || 421 || 2024–present
|}
Two other M139 MHEV "43" models — the AMG C 43 (W206, 408 PS) and AMG GLC 43 (X254, 421 PS) — were produced from 2022/2023 but discontinued in 2026.
'''Note:''' Do not confuse these with the older "43" models that used a mass-production V6 engine (see below). The current SL 43 and GT 43 use the hand-built M139 four-cylinder.
== AMG-Tuned Engine Models ==
These models use engines originally designed and mass-produced by Mercedes-Benz, which are then performance-tuned by AMG engineers. They are '''not''' hand-built under the "One Man, One Engine" system. While they offer significantly more power than standard Mercedes-Benz models, they sit below the hand-built AMG models in the performance hierarchy.
=== "53" — 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 (M256) ===
The "53" models use Mercedes-Benz's M256 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six engine, paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system (EQ Boost). This system adds approximately 22 PS and helps reduce turbo lag through an electrically powered compressor. The technology is derived from the MGU-H concept used in Formula 1.
The "53" is positioned as a balanced choice: less raw than the "63", but offering strong performance (around 435–449 PS) with considerably better fuel efficiency. The driving character prioritises refinement and luxury over outright sportiness — the exhaust note is noticeably quieter than the "45" or "63" models, which suits the grand touring role. These models compete with vehicles like the BMW M550i and Audi S6/S7.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "53" Models
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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| W214/S214 || AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ || 3.0L Turbo I6 M256 + PHEV || 585 || 2024–present
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| C236/A236 || AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ || 3.0L Turbo I6 M256 + EQ Boost || 449 || 2023–present
|-
| X290 || AMG GT 53 4MATIC+ (4-Door) || 3.0L Turbo I6 M256 + EQ Boost || 435 || 2018–present
|-
| X254/C254 || AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ || 3.0L Turbo I6 M256 + EQ Boost || 449 || 2026–present
|-
| V167/C167 || AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ || 3.0L Turbo I6 M256 + EQ Boost || 435 || 2020–present
|-
| V167/C167 || AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ PHEV || 3.0L Turbo I6 M256 + PHEV || 536 || 2024–present
|}
Previously discontinued "53" models include the AMG E 53 (W213, 435 PS, 2019–2023) and AMG CLS 53 (C257, 435 PS, 2018–2023).
=== "43" (M276 V6 / M256 I6) — Mass-Production ===
The older "43" models used a 3.0-litre V6 biturbo engine (M276), AMG-tuned to produce around 367–401 PS. These were not hand-built. The "43" tier became a best-seller by offering AMG performance at a more accessible price point than the "63" models. They competed directly with BMW's M Performance line (such as the M340i) and Audi's S models.
Some "43" models also use the M256 inline-six with EQ Boost (such as the current GT 43 4-Door). Most M276-based models have been discontinued and replaced by "53" models or by hand-built M139 "43" models.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "43" Models (Mass-Production I6)
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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| X290 || AMG GT 43 4MATIC+ (4-Door) || 3.0L I6 Turbo M256 + EQ Boost || 389 || 2018–present
|}
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! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
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| W205/C205 || AMG C 43 4MATIC || 3.0L V6 Biturbo M276 || 367–390 || 2014–2021
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| W213/C238 || AMG E 43 4MATIC || 3.0L V6 Biturbo M276 || 401 || 2016–2018
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| X253/C253 || AMG GLC 43 4MATIC || 3.0L V6 Biturbo M276 || 367–390 || 2015–2022
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| W166/C292 || AMG GLE 43 4MATIC || 3.0L V6 Biturbo M276 || 367 || 2015–2019
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| R172 || AMG SLC 43 || 3.0L V6 Biturbo M276 || 367 || 2016–2020
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| W202 || C 43 AMG || 4.3L V8 M113 || 306 || 1997–2000
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'''Note:''' The original C 43 AMG (W202) actually used a 4.3-litre V8 (M113) — not a V6. This was a hand-built engine and represents an older naming convention. It is listed here because it shares the "43" badge, but it is functionally more similar to the later "55" models.
=== "35" — 2.0L Turbo Four-Cylinder (M260) ===
The "35" is the entry point into AMG ownership. Debuting in 2019, it targets competitors like the [[Audi S3]] and [[Volkswagen Golf R]]. The M260 engine is a mass-production 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder, AMG-tuned to produce 306 PS. It is '''not''' hand-built.
Despite being the most affordable AMG, the "35" models offer 0–100 km/h times of around 4.7 seconds and all-wheel drive (4MATIC) as standard. Visually, "35" models look similar to the AMG Line cosmetic packages, but they include genuine performance upgrades to the engine, transmission, suspension, and brakes. One distinguishing detail is a small AMG badge inside the double-crosswing grille, along with AMG-branded brake calipers and side fender badges.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Current "35" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W177/V177 || AMG A 35 4MATIC || 2.0L Turbo I4 M260 || 306 || 2018–present
|-
| C118/X118 || AMG CLA 35 4MATIC || 2.0L Turbo I4 M260 || 306 || 2019–present
|-
| H247 || AMG GLA 35 4MATIC || 2.0L Turbo I4 M260 || 306 || 2020–present
|-
| X247 || AMG GLB 35 4MATIC || 2.0L Turbo I4 M260 || 306 || 2019–present
|}
= Discontinued AMG Models =
== Gasoline Models ==
=== "65" — 6.0L V12 Twin-Turbo (M275/M279) ===
The "65" was the ultimate AMG badge — a twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre V12 producing 612–630 PS and up to 1,001 N·m of torque. It was fitted exclusively to Mercedes-Benz's most prestigious models: the S-Class, SL, CL, and G-Class.
The "65" engine was based on the M275 (and later M279) V12. Remarkably, the M275 was essentially two M112 V6 engines joined together into a V12 configuration — and it was the only SOHC engine remaining in the Mercedes-AMG lineup by the time of its discontinuation. The engine remained in production with few fundamental changes from 2004 until 2019.
Its defining characteristic was effortless, enormous torque available from very low engine speeds. The maximum power of 612+ PS arrived at just 4,800 rpm — barely higher than where most engines produce peak torque — and even at 1,300 rpm, pressing the accelerator firmly would send the car surging forward without any kickdown. This was a completely different driving experience from the sportier, higher-revving V8 "63" models.
Interestingly, despite having more power on paper, the "65" models were typically '''slower''' in acceleration than the "63" equivalents, because the V12 engine was heavier and only available with rear-wheel drive, while many "63" models offered lighter weight and all-wheel drive (4MATIC).
For many years, "65" models were limited to a 5-speed automatic transmission because the newer gearboxes could not handle the V12's extreme torque (over 100 kg·m). This was only resolved with the introduction of the AMG SpeedShift MCT 7-speed in the 2018 S 65 AMG Coupé.
The "65" line was discontinued in 2018–2019 due to increasingly strict emissions regulations. The V12 engine now survives only in [[Pagani]] hypercars and the Mercedes-Maybach S 680.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "65" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W220 || S 65 AMG || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M275 || 612 || 2005
|-
| W221 || S 65 AMG || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M275 || 612 || 2006–2013
|-
| W222 || S 65 AMG / AMG S 65 || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M279 || 630 || 2014–2019
|-
| C215 || CL 65 AMG || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M275 || 612 || 2003–2005
|-
| R230 || SL 65 AMG || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M275 || 612 || 2004–2008
|-
| R230 || SL 65 AMG Black Series || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M275 || 670 || 2008–2011
|-
| R231 || SL 65 AMG / AMG SL 65 || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M279 || 630 || 2012–2018
|-
| W463 || G 65 AMG / AMG G 65 || 6.0L V12 Biturbo M279 || 603–621 || 2012–2018
|}
=== "55" — 5.4L V8 (M113) ===
The original "55" models were the predecessors of today's "63" line — the flagship hand-built AMG engine of their era. They used a 5.4-litre V8 (M113 family) in two configurations:
* '''Naturally aspirated''' (347–367 PS) — used in smaller or sportier models like the C 55, CLK 55, SLK 55, ML 55, and the early E 55 and S 55.
* '''Supercharged''' (469–510 PS) — used in larger, flagship models like the later E 55, S 55, CL 55, SL 55, and G 55. The supercharger was a Lysholm-type twin-screw unit manufactured by Eaton.
The supercharged "55" models were paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission (5G-Tronic), as the newer 7G-Tronic could not handle the V8's torque. AMG phased out the "55" designation in favour of the "63" (using the new naturally aspirated 6.2L M156 V8) starting in 2006.
The 2003 E 55 AMG was nicknamed "The Hammer" (after the original 1986 car) and could reach 0–60 mph in 4.4 seconds — extraordinary for its time. The last car to use the "55" badge before its modern revival was the R172 SLK 55 AMG, which notably used a different engine — a 5.5L V8 (M152) producing 421 PS — from 2012 to 2015.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Selected Discontinued "55" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''Supercharged''
|-
| W211 || E 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 SC M113 || 476 || 2003–2006
|-
| W220 || S 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 SC M113 || 500 || 2003–2006
|-
| R230 || SL 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 SC M113 || 500 || 2001–2008
|-
| C215 || CL 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 SC M113 || 500 || 2002–2006
|-
| W219 || CLS 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 SC M113 || 469 || 2004–2006
|-
| W463 || G 55 AMG Kompressor || 5.4L V8 SC M113 || 476–500 || 2005–2011
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''Naturally Aspirated''
|-
| W202 || C 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 347 || 1994–2000
|-
| W203 || C 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 367 || 2001–2006
|-
| W210 || E 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 354 || 1996–2003
|-
| W220 || S 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 360 || 2001–2003
|-
| W163 || ML 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 347 || 1998–2005
|-
| R129 || SL 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 354 || 1998–2001
|-
| W208 || CLK 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 347 || 1998–2002
|-
| C215 || CL 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 360 || 2000–2002
|-
| R171 || SLK 55 AMG || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 360 || 2004–2011
|-
| R171 || SLK 55 AMG Black Series || 5.4L V8 NA M113 || 400 || 2006–2008
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M152 5.5L V8 NA (final "55" before revival)''
|-
| R172 || SLK 55 AMG || 5.5L V8 NA M152 || 421 || 2012–2015
|}
=== "69" — 6.9L V8 (M100) ===
A rare 1970s AMG model based on the W116 S-Class. AMG tuned the legendary 6.9-litre V8 from the [[Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9]] — one of the most powerful luxury sedans of the 1970s. This was essentially the "73" of its generation, representing AMG's most extreme V8 offering of the decade.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "69" Model
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W116 || AMG 450 SEL 6.9 || 6.9L V8 M100 || 346 || 1975–1980
|}
=== "60" — 6.0L V8 (M117/M119) ===
The "60" models from the late 1980s and 1990s were among the most fearsome AMG creations of their era. AMG took the Mercedes-Benz 5.0L V8 and bored it out to 6.0 litres, producing around 375–385 PS. Both the older M117 (SOHC) and newer M119 (DOHC) engine families received this treatment.
The most famous "60" was the '''AMG "Hammer"''' — a W124 E-Class sedan fitted with a 5.6-litre (later 6.0-litre) DOHC V8. It was claimed to be the world's fastest passenger sedan in 1986 and was reportedly faster than a [[Lamborghini Countach]] in mid-range acceleration. The Hammer became a legend in American car culture and remains a highly sought-after collector's car.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "60" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M117 (SOHC)''
|-
| W124/C124 || 500E 6.0 AMG ("The Hammer") || 6.0L V8 M117 || 385 || 1986–1995
|-
| W126 || SEL 6.0 AMG || 6.0L V8 M117 || 385 || 1987–1991
|-
| C126 || SEC 6.0 AMG || 6.0L V8 M117 || 385 || 1987–1991
|-
| R107 || SL 6.0 AMG || 6.0L V8 M117 || 385 || 1986–1990
|-
| W463 || AMG 500 GE 6.0 || 6.0L V8 M117 || 375 || 1993–1994
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M119 (DOHC)''
|-
| W140 || S 60 AMG || 6.0L V8 M119 || 375 || 1993–1998
|-
| C140 || CL 60 AMG || 6.0L V8 M119 || 375 || 1993–1998
|-
| R129 || SL 60 AMG || 6.0L V8 M119 || 381 || 1993–1998
|-
| W210 || E 60 AMG || 6.0L V8 M119 || 375 || 1996–1997
|-
| W463 || G 60 AMG || 6.0L V8 M119 || 381 || 1997
|}
=== "54" — 5.4L V8 (M117) ===
A transitional 1970s–1980s engine tier. AMG enlarged the standard 5.0-litre Mercedes-Benz V8 to 5.4 litres, producing 310 PS. These pre-date the later "55" M113 models and were fitted to the W126 S-Class, R107 SL, and C107 SLC.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "54" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W126 || 5.4 SEL AMG || 5.4L V8 M117 || 310 || 1979–1985
|-
| R107 || SL 5.4 AMG || 5.4L V8 M117 || 310 || 1979–1985
|-
| C107 || SLC 5.4 AMG || 5.4L V8 M117 || 310 || 1979–1985
|}
=== "50" — 5.0L V8 (M117/M119) ===
In the 1970s through 1990s, AMG offered tuned versions of the standard Mercedes-Benz 5.0-litre V8, producing 276–349 PS. These "50" models shared the same basic engine as the "60" models (the M117 and later M119), but without the displacement increase. AMG applied its own cylinder head, camshaft, and exhaust modifications to extract more power from the standard displacement.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Selected Discontinued "50" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W123 || AMG 280E 5.0 || 5.0L V8 M117 || 276 || 1976–1985
|-
| W126 || SEL 5.0 AMG || 5.0L V8 M117 || 340 || 1987–1991
|-
| C126 || SEC 5.0 AMG || 5.0L V8 M117 || 340 || 1987–1991
|-
| R107 || SL 5.0 AMG || 5.0L V8 M117 || 340 || 1987–1991
|-
| G460 || AMG 280 GE 5.0 || 5.0L V8 M117 || 340 || 1987–1991
|-
| R129 || SL 50 AMG || 5.0L V8 M119 || 349 || 1991–1997
|-
| W210 || E 50 AMG || 5.0L V8 M119 || 349 || 1991–1997
|}
=== "70" and "73" — V12 Naturally Aspirated (M297) ===
In the 1990s, AMG produced a small number of models with enormous naturally aspirated V12 engines displacing 6.9 or 7.3 litres, producing 496–525 PS. These were fitted to the S-Class (W140), CL-Class (C140), and SL-Class (R129).
The 7.3-litre M297 V12 was the largest naturally aspirated engine AMG ever produced. It later gained even greater fame when [[Pagani]] used it as the basis for the engine in the [[Pagani Zonda]], where it was further developed to produce over 600 PS.
These models are extremely rare and highly collectible today.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "70" and "73" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| C140 || CL 70 AMG || 6.9L V12 NA M297 || 503 || 1994–1999
|-
| W140 || S 70 AMG || 6.9L V12 NA M297 || 503 || 1994–1999
|-
| R129 || SL 70 AMG || 6.9L V12 NA M297 || 496 || 1997–2001
|-
| W140 || S 73 AMG || 7.3L V12 NA M297 || 525 || 1992–1999
|-
| R129 || SL 73 AMG || 7.3L V12 NA M297 || 525 || 1997–2001
|-
| C140 || CL 73 AMG || 7.3L V12 NA M297 || 525 || 1992–1999
|}
=== "36" — 3.6L Inline-6 (M104) ===
The "36" models hold a special place in AMG history. The '''C 36 AMG''' (1993) was the first car jointly developed by AMG and Mercedes-Benz after their 1990 cooperation agreement, and it marked the moment AMG became known to the general public. It used a 3.6-litre inline-six engine (M104) producing 280 PS (some later examples reportedly exceeded 287 PS due to hand-assembly variation).
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "36" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W202/S202 || C 36 AMG || 3.6L I6 M104 || 280 || 1993–1997
|-
| W124/S124 || E 36 AMG || 3.6L I6 M104 || 280 || 1994–1995
|-
| R129 || SL 36 AMG || 3.6L I6 M104 || 272 || 1995
|-
| W463 || G 36 AMG || 3.6L I6 M104 || 280 || 1993–1997
|}
=== "34" — 3.4L Inline-6 (M104 early) ===
Before the "36" existed, AMG offered the "34" — using an earlier version of the M104 inline-six bored out to 3.4 litres. These were fitted to the W124 (E-Class predecessor), C124 coupé, and the W201 (190E). Power ranged from 262 to 272 PS.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "34" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W124 || 300E 3.4 AMG || 3.4L I6 M104 || 272 || 1988–1992
|-
| C124 || 300CE 3.4 AMG || 3.4L I6 M104 || 272 || 1988–1992
|-
| W201 || 190E 3.4 AMG || 3.4L I6 M104 || 262 || 1988–1992
|}
=== "32" — 3.2L Supercharged V6 / NA Inline-6 ===
The "32" models came in two distinct eras:
* '''Late 1980s:''' AMG offered tuned versions of the 3.2-litre M103 inline-six (naturally aspirated, 234–254 PS), fitted to the W201 190E, W124 E-Class, and R107 SL.
* '''Early 2000s:''' The "32" used a supercharged 3.2-litre V6 (M112) with an IHI twin-screw supercharger and water-to-air intercooler, producing 354 PS. The C 32 AMG and SLK 32 AMG were compact performance cars. The M112 V6 and M113 V8 shared the same basic architecture, making the "32" essentially a smaller sibling of the "55."
Notably, the '''[[Chrysler Crossfire]] SRT-6''' also used the AMG-developed supercharged 3.2L V6.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Discontinued "32" Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M112 V6 Supercharged''
|-
| W203/S203 || C 32 AMG || 3.2L V6 SC M112 || 354 || 2001–2004
|-
| R170 || SLK 32 AMG || 3.2L V6 SC M112 || 354 || 2001–2004
|-
| — || Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 || 3.2L V6 SC M112 || 330 || 2005–2006
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''M103 I6 Naturally Aspirated''
|-
| W201 || 190E 3.2 AMG || 3.2L I6 NA M103 || 234 || 1989–1992
|-
| W124 || 300E 3.2 AMG || 3.2L I6 NA M103 || 245 || 1989–1992
|-
| R107 || SL 3.2 AMG || 3.2L I6 NA M103 || 254 || 1986–1990
|}
== Black Series ==
The '''Black Series''' is AMG's most extreme line of road cars — essentially street-legal race cars. Developed by [[HWA AG]] (the former AMG racing division), Black Series models feature significant weight reduction, bucket seats, dramatically altered bodywork, and substantially higher power output. Black Series treatment has only been applied to two-door coupé models, and going forward it is expected to be reserved for AMG's flagship coupés:
* '''SLK 55 AMG Black Series''' (2006–2008)
* '''CLK 63 AMG Black Series''' (2007–2009)
* '''SL 65 AMG Black Series''' (2008–2011)
* '''C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series''' (2011–2013)
* '''SLS AMG Black Series''' (2013–2015)
* '''AMG GT Black Series''' (2020–2022) — As of 2024, the second-fastest production sports car ever around the Nürburgring Nordschleife, behind only the Porsche 911 GT2 RS with the Manthey Performance Kit.
== Diesel Models ==
AMG has only rarely ventured into diesel engines. Despite Mercedes-Benz being a pioneer in diesel technology (introducing systems like common-rail direct injection and SCR), AMG's chairman stated publicly that the company would focus exclusively on petrol engines for its high-performance models.
=== C 30 CDI AMG ===
The '''C 30 CDI AMG''' (2002–2004) was a rare diesel AMG based on the W203 C-Class. It used a 3.0-litre five-cylinder diesel engine (OM612) producing 231 PS and 540 N·m of torque — impressive for a diesel of its era, when rival BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 diesels topped out at 180–200 PS. AMG chose a five-cylinder rather than a six-cylinder to reduce the diesel engine's inherent weight disadvantage.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ C 30 CDI AMG
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
| W203/S203/CL203 || C 30 CDI AMG || 3.0L I5 Diesel OM612 || 231 || 2002–2007
|}
=== Early Diesel AMGs (1970s–1980s) ===
In the 1970s and 1980s, AMG produced diesel variants of the W123 (E-Class predecessor) and W460 (G-Class). These were marketed as more refined, sportier diesel alternatives rather than outright performance vehicles.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; font-size: 90%;"
|+ Early Diesel AMG Models
|-
! Code !! Model !! Engine !! Power (PS) !! Production
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''300D (3.0L 5-cylinder)''
|-
| W123 || AMG 300D STT || 3.0L I5 Diesel OM617 || 120 || 1976–1985
|-
| S123 || AMG 300TD STT || 3.0L I5 Diesel OM617 || 120 || 1976–1985
|-
| W460 || AMG 300GD STT || 3.0L I5 Diesel OM617 || 120 || 1976–1987
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''240D (2.4L 4-cylinder)''
|-
| W123 || AMG 240D STT || 2.4L I4 Diesel OM616 || 100 || 1976–1985
|-
| S123 || AMG 240TD STT || 2.4L I4 Diesel OM616 || 100 || 1976–1985
|-
| W460 || AMG 240GD STT || 2.4L I4 Diesel OM617 || 100 || 1976–1985
|-
! colspan="5" style="background-color: #f5f5f5;" darkstyle="background-color: var(--wiki-surface);" | ''100D (Van)''
|-
| W631 || AMG MB100 D || 2.0L I4 Diesel OM616 || 72 || 1988–1995
|}
The '''AMG MB100 D''' is a curiosity — it was AMG's only van model, based on the Mercedes-Benz MB100 (the predecessor to the [[Ssangyong Istana]]). It is Mercedes-Benz's first and last V-Class/van-type AMG.
== Non-Mercedes AMG Models ==
=== Mitsubishi ===
In the late 1980s, AMG developed special versions of the '''[[Mitsubishi Debonair]]''' (1987) and the '''[[Mitsubishi Galant]]''' (1989) for the Japanese market. The Debonair AMG was primarily a cosmetic package (body kit, wheels, and badges), while the Galant AMG featured an AMG-tuned 1.8-litre engine producing 170 PS, along with a body kit, alloy wheels, and leather interior. About 500 Galant AMGs were produced.
=== Honda (South Africa) ===
During the 1980s and 1990s, AMG developed sports variants of the '''[[Honda Ballade]]''' in South Africa, based on fourth- and fifth-generation Honda Civics. These featured lowered Eibach springs, Remotec alloy wheels, and larger rear spoilers, with the 180i models using a 1.8-litre Honda B18B4 engine potentially tuned to 173 PS. This unusual partnership arose because Mercedes-Benz South Africa built and sold Honda models locally as a way to expand its lineup with more affordable vehicles.
=== Pagani ===
Italian hypercar maker [[Pagani]] has been the most prominent outside user of AMG engines. The [[Pagani Zonda]] uses a derivative of the 7.3-litre M297 V12 (originally from the SL 73 AMG), developed to produce over 600 PS. The [[Pagani Huayra]] uses a 6.0-litre twin-turbo V12 derived from the M279 (originally from the S 65 AMG). The successor [[Pagani Utopia]] continues to use an AMG-derived V12.
=== Aston Martin ===
Since 2019, [[Aston Martin]] has used the AMG 4.0-litre V8 (M177) in the [[Aston Martin DB11|DB11]] V8, second-generation [[Aston Martin Vantage|Vantage]], and [[Aston Martin DBX|DBX]]. AMG supplies the base engine, which Aston Martin then calibrates with its own engine management and exhaust tuning.
=== Other Partnerships ===
* '''[[Ducati]]''' — AMG briefly collaborated on the Ducati Diavel AMG special edition, but the partnership ended when Ducati was acquired by the Volkswagen Group.
* '''[[MV Agusta]]''' — Mercedes-AMG purchased a minority stake in MV Agusta in 2016 and produced a collaboration model, but divested when MV Agusta was acquired by Russian investors in 2018.
* '''[[Lotus Cars|Lotus]]''' — A partnership was announced in 2024 for Lotus to use AMG's hybrid powertrain technology.
= AMG Trim vs. True AMG =
Mercedes-Benz offers '''AMG Line''' or '''AMG Styling''' packages on many of its standard models. These packages add sportier-looking bumpers, grilles, wheels, and interior trim — but they do '''not''' add any extra engine power or AMG-specific mechanical upgrades. A car with an "AMG Line" package is ''not'' the same as a true AMG model; it is a cosmetic upgrade only.
The easiest way to tell the difference is to look at the model badge on the rear: a genuine AMG will have a designation like "AMG C 63 S" or "AMG A 45", while a standard car with the AMG Line package will still have its regular badge (like "C 300"). True AMG models also have the AMG logo on the engine cover and a signed builder's plaque (for hand-built engine models), along with AMG-specific brakes, suspension, exhaust, and bodywork.