At the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz unveiled a model called AMG GLB 35. According to relevant media reports, this model may be introduced into China within this year. It is the second AMG model introduced by Mercedes-Benz into the country. The first AMG model of Mercedes-Benz is the AMG 35L, which was launched at the Guangzhou Auto Show last year.
Before we get to know this car, let’s first take a look at what “AMG” is. The first two letters of the word AMG come from the founders Aufrecht and Melcher. G is a place name, and AMG is a modified car factory officially licensed by Mercedes-Benz. It represents higher performance. Mercedes-Benz includes A-Class, C-Class, Many familiar models such as CLA and CLS have AMG versions. As the name suggests, the domestically produced AMG GLB 35 introduced this time is the AMG version of Mercedes-Benz GLB.
As a more high-performance product, the AMG GLB 35 inherits the design of the regular Mercedes-Benz GLB to a certain extent, and looks more dynamic after some changes. The front grille is slightly different from the Mercedes-Benz family-style design. There is no chrome element decoration. The center grille is blackened, which makes it look more radical. The shape of the headlights on both sides is basically the same as the regular version. In addition, the shape of the front bumper of the new car has also changed, making it look sharper.
Looking from the side, the new car has made some targeted changes in details. It has designed a roof rack, the windows are surrounded by silver trim, and the B-pillar and C-pillar are blackened. processing, compared with the regular version of GLB, the 19-inch multi-spoke wheel shape exclusive to the AMG model equipped on the AMG GLB 35 is more personalized. It is reported that 21-inch wheels will be available, and the new car will also provide 7 seats Layout models. From the rear, the use of a rear spoiler visually enriches the sense of hierarchy, and the shape of the cylindrical exhaust port also makes it more like a performance car than the regular model.
In terms of interior, the AMG GLB 35 has basically the same shape as the frequently revised GLB. Mercedes-Benz’s iconic dual-screen design is naturally not absent on the AMG GLB 35, which gives the interior a strong It has a technological atmosphere, and the highly designed turbine air-conditioning outlet looks extremely beautiful under the decoration of chrome elements. The center console uses a large amount of carbon fiber material, which makes the interior as a whole have the sense of class that a luxury car should have. In addition, The design of its three-spoke flat-bottomed steering wheel is also very individual. The chrome-plated decoration allows the steering wheel to better integrate with the overall style of the interior.
In terms of power, the new car is expected to be equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 225kW, a maximum horsepower of 306Ps, and a peak torque of 400N·m. Compared with the regular version of the GLB, it is "disliked" "The 1.3T low-power engine, the 2.0T engine equipped in the AMG GLB 35 is more acceptable. The transmission will be matched with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission, and the new car is expected to be equipped with an AMG Performance 4MATIC four-wheel drive system. The AMG GLB 35 accelerates to 100 miles in just 5.2 seconds.
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According to analysis by industry insiders, when the AMG GLB 35 is officially introduced into China, its starting price will be set at around 450,000. If the price is reasonable, then this This car is indeed a good choice for those who pursue performance. In recent years, despite already having a rich product lineup, Mercedes-Benz has still accelerated its product layout in the Chinese market. Today, the luxury car market still has room for growth. In the context of consumption upgrading, the first-tier brands of the three major luxury brands may They all want to compete for more market share.
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