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{{Short description|High-performance subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz AG}}
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{{Infobox company
| name = Mercedes-AMG GmbH
| logo = [[File:AMG logo.svg|250px|class=skin-invert]]
| type = [[Subsidiary]] ([[Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung|GmbH]])
| fate = Acquired by [[DaimlerChrysler]] ({{end date|1999}}), and operating under [[Mercedes-Benz Group|Daimler AG]]
| foundation = {{Start date and age|1967|df=yes}}<br />(as AMG Motorenbau und {{nowrap|Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH)}}<br />[[Burgstetten|Burgstall a. d. Murr]], Germany
| founders = [[Hans Werner Aufrecht]] <br> [[Erhard Melcher]]
| location_city = [[Affalterbach]]
| location_country = Germany
| area_served = Worldwide
| key_people = Michael Schiebe  (Chairman of the Board)
| industry = [[Automotive industry|Automotive]]
| products = High performance automobiles
| services = [[Research and development]]
| num_employees = ~2,900
| parent = [[Mercedes-Benz|Mercedes-Benz AG]]
| homepage = {{URL|www.mercedes-amg.com}}
}}

'''Mercedes-AMG GmbH''', commonly known as '''AMG''' ('''Aufrecht, Melcher, Großaspach'''), is the high-performance subsidiary of [[Mercedes-Benz|Mercedes-Benz AG]].<ref name="AMG Company">{{cite web |url = https://www.mercedes-amg.com/en/driving-performance/company.html |title = AMG – The Company |publisher = Mercedes-AMG GmbH |access-date = 29 June 2020 }}</ref> AMG independently hires engineers and contracts with manufacturers to customize Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles. The company has its headquarters in [[Affalterbach]], [[Baden-Württemberg]], Germany.

AMG was originally an independent engineering firm specializing in performance improvements for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. [[DaimlerChrysler AG]] took a controlling interest in 1999, then became the sole owner of AMG in 2005. Mercedes-AMG GmbH is now a [[wholly owned subsidiary]] of Mercedes-Benz AG,<ref name="AMG Company"/> which is in turn owned by the [[Mercedes-Benz Group]].<ref name="Mercedes-Benz AG">{{cite web|url=https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/company/|title=About us|publisher=Mercedes-Benz AG|access-date=29 June 2020|archive-date=10 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200610171005/https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/company/|url-status=dead}}</ref>

AMG models typically have more aggressive looks, higher performance, better handling, better stability and more [[carbon fibre]] than their regular Mercedes-Benz counterparts.<ref name=":0">{{cite web|url=http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/amg|title=Mercedes-Benz AMG|access-date=8 February 2014}}</ref> AMG models are typically the most expensive and highest-performing variant of each Mercedes-Benz class.<ref name=":0" /> AMG has also made special variants of some [[Mitsubishi]] and [[Honda]] models.

AMG variants are usually badged with two numerals, as opposed to regular Mercedes-Benz vehicles, which have three (e.g. "E 63" as opposed to "E 350").<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.insideline.com/mercedes-benz/c-class/2002/full-test-2002-mercedes-benz-c32-amg.html|title=2002 Mercedes-Benz AMG Road Test|work=Edmunds|access-date=6 October 2014}}</ref> The numerals do not always indicate engine size, but are rather a tribute to earlier heritage cars, such as the [[Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3|300 SEL 6.3 litre]]. For example, newer-model AMG V8s such as the E 63 actually have 4.0L V8s.

The world's first stand-alone Mercedes-AMG dealership, AMG Sydney, was opened in [[Sydney]], [[Australia]] in 2018.<ref>{{Cite web|date=26 January 2018|title=Mercedes-AMG Sydney Becomes The World's First Standalone Dealership|url=https://www.dmarge.com/2018/01/mercedes-amg-sydney.html|access-date=14 July 2020|website=dmarge.com|language=en-US}}</ref>

==History==
[[File:Mercedes-AMG S 63, Frankfurt (1Y7A3450).jpg|alt=|thumb|AMG logo on a Mercedes-AMG S 63 Cabriolet (A217)]]
AMG was established in 1967 as a racing engine manufacturer under the name ''AMG Motorenbau- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH'' (translated from German as "AMG Engine Production and Development Limited") by former Mercedes-Benz engineers [[Hans Werner Aufrecht]] and [[Erhard Melcher]] in [[Burgstall an der Murr]], near [[Stuttgart]]. The name "AMG" is derived from the initials of Aufrecht, Melcher, and [[Großaspach]] (Aufrecht's birthplace).<ref>{{cite web|url=https://boso.com/blog/reviews/amg-review/|title=Mercedes-AMG Review: Development, Technology, and Market Position|date=14 January 2025|website=boso.com|author-first=John|author-last=Tor|access-date=12 February 2025}}</ref> In 1976, the majority of AMG's operations moved to Affalterbach, with racing-engine development remaining in Burgstall. At this time, Erhard Melcher ceased his partnership but continued working at the Burgstall location.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.businessinsider.com/the-9-coolest-vehicles-from-mercedess-high-performance-amg-division-2020-4#here-you-can-see-erhard-melcher-working-on-an-engine-during-the-early-days-of-amg-1|title=The 9 coolest vehicles from Mercedes' high-performance arm, including a gull-wing racer and a boat with 6 engines|website=[[Business Insider]]|author-first=Kristen|author-last=Lee|date=25 April 2020|access-date=8 November 2023}}</ref>

By 1993, AMG became a high-profile purveyor of modified Mercedes-Benz vehicles. That year, Daimler-Benz AG and AMG entered into a cooperation agreement, enabling AMG to use Daimler-Benz's dealer network and to develop joint vehicles, the first being the Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG.

[[File:Mercedes-AMG-Classic-Logo-By-Kuyohong.jpg|thumb|Mercedes AMG Classic Logo]]

On 1 January 1999, DaimlerChrysler AG (as it was called between 1998 and 2007) acquired 51 percent of AMG shares, and the company was renamed Mercedes-AMG GmbH.<ref>{{cite web |last = Newhardt |first = David |title = Behind the Scenes: Mercedez-Benz AMG |work = MotorTrend |url = http://www.motortrend.com/features/scenes/112_0009_dreamfac/ |access-date = 22 March 2008 }}</ref> The racing engine division was separated and continues to operate in Burgstall under the name [[HWA Team|HWA]], derived from Aufrecht's initials. On 1 January 2005, Aufrecht sold his remaining shares to DaimlerChrysler, and since then, Mercedes-AMG GmbH has been a wholly owned subsidiary of the Mercedes-Benz Group.<ref name=2011soi>{{cite web |url = http://www.daimler.com/Projects/c2c/channel/documents/2125321_Daimler_2011_Statement_of_Investments_285_313.pdf |title = Statement of Investments pursuant to Sections 285 and 313 of the German Commercial Code (HGB) for the Company and Consolidated Financial Statements of Daimler AG as of December 31, 2011  |publisher = Daimler AG |date = 9 February 2012 |access-date = 12 February 2012 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20121004063920/http://www.daimler.com/Projects/c2c/channel/documents/2125321_Daimler_2011_Statement_of_Investments_285_313.pdf |archive-date = 4 October 2012 |url-status = live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.welt.de/motor/article165117477/Rote-Sau-und-Renn-190er-machten-AMG-zum-Mythos.html|title=„Rote Sau“ und Renn-190er machten AMG zum Mythos|date=31 May 2017|language=de|website=[[Die Welt]]|author-first=Von|author-last=Fabian Hoberg|access-date=12 February 2025}}</ref>

===Development of the product range===
[[Image:Ats amgpenta.jpg|thumb|AMG Five Spoke Road Wheel 8JX16 Version 1]]
AMG started off by designing and testing racing engines. It expanded its business into building ''custom'' road cars based upon standard Mercedes cars. AMG initially produced a range of unofficial upgrade and accessories packages mainly for the [[Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107]] (1971–1989 SL roadster),<ref name="Motor Trend">{{cite news |last = Hall |first = Jim |title = Rhapsody in Red: 500SL AMG |work = Motor Trend |date = October 1983 }}</ref> [[Mercedes-Benz W116]] (1972–1980 S-class), [[Mercedes-Benz W123]] (1976–1985 E-class predecessor), [[Mercedes-Benz W124]] (1984–1997 E-class), [[Mercedes-Benz W126]] (1979–1992 S-class), [[Mercedes-Benz R129]] (1989–2001 SL roadster), and [[Mercedes-Benz W201]] (1990–1993 C-class) models.

During the early 1980s and up until 1990, AMG offered a variety of engine performance packages, alloy wheels and styling products as an entirely independent company from Daimler-Benz.  In 1990, AMG signed a co-operation agreement with Daimler-Benz, and AMG options and cars were then offered in Mercedes-Benz showrooms; in 1999 Daimler AG, then known as DaimlerChrysler AG, bought the controlling share of AMG and made them part of the official Mercedes-Benz line-up.<ref name="AMG official website">{{cite web |url = http://www.mercedes-amg.com/about_story2.php?lang=eng |title = Mercedes-AMG: The AMG Story beginning |access-date = 6 October 2014 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20140202125958/http://www.mercedes-amg.com/about_story2.php?lang=eng |archive-date = 2 February 2014 |url-status = dead }}</ref>

Typical AMG performance enhancements, which the buyer could custom order, included increased engine displacements (5.2&nbsp;litre, 5.4&nbsp;litre), performance top ends with port and polished heads and intake, lightened valve train, and more aggressive cams.  The DOHC 32V engine had also just been developed and was the pinnacle of AMG performance.  A Getrag five-speed manual transmission could be ordered from AMG, and Mercedes had not offered a manual transmission V8 since the early 1970s.

The performance wheels offered during the same period were 15-inch or 16-inch [[ATS (wheels)|ATS]] AMG Five Spoke Road Wheels, typically coupled with an AMG performance suspension package that included uprated and lowered springs, and re-valved shock absorbers.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://mercteil.com/amg-wheels-and-tires|title=AMG Wheels & Tires|publisher=mercteil.com|access-date=8 November 2023}}</ref>

Also popular were AMG body kits. These ranged from subtle front spoilers to aggressive Wide Body kits for the W126 coupes (reaching more than $700k on the classic market in 2022<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.classic.com/veh/1987-mercedes-benz-560-sec-amg-60-wide-body-wdb1260451a315331-WbVKqjW/|title=1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG 6.0 'Wide-Body' VIN: WDB1260451A315331 - CLASSIC.COM|website=www.classic.com}}</ref>). Other options included [[Recaro]] seats, smaller diameter steering wheels, instrument clusters, chrome delete option (all brightworks colour-coded or painted satin black), refrigerators, shift knobs, hi-fi stereo systems, custom upholstery and enhanced interior wood packages.

An AMG-modified [[Mercedes-Benz W124|W124 E-Class]] was claimed to be the world's fastest passenger sedan in 1986.  Nicknamed the Hammer,<ref name="Auto Week">{{cite news |title = AMG's Hammer |work = Auto Week |date = 23 June 1986 }}</ref> it featured an AMG-tuned 5.6-litre DOHC Mercedes-Benz V8 in a midsized sedan. Advanced for its time for a street engine, it had four valves per cylinder and was claimed to push the car faster than a [[Lamborghini Countach]] from {{cvt|60|to|120|mph|-1|order=flip}}.<ref name="Car Magazine">{{cite news |last = Setright |first = LJK |title = Firebrand: AMG Hammer Sedan |work = Car Magazine |date = December 1986 |pages = 149–155 }}</ref> Later models were even more powerful and introduced the 17-inch AMG Aero 1 Hammer wheels. 

Through the early 2000s, AMG focused principally on [[supercharged]] V8 and V6 engines, but the company officially abandoned this technology in 2006 with the introduction of the naturally aspirated 6.2&nbsp;L [[Mercedes-Benz M156 engine|M156 V8]].  On 16 January 2006, Mercedes-AMG Chairman Volker Mornhinweg told [[AutoWeek]] that the company would use [[turbocharging]] for higher output rather than supercharging. For 2011, AMG released the M157 5.5L bi-turbo V8, which has supplanted the M156 in its full-sized cars such as the S-Class and CL-Class (and is trickling down to the CLS, E-Class, and ML-class). In 2012, Mercedes-AMG Chairman Olla Kallenius said that Mercedes-AMG will not produce diesel engines to compete with BMW's tri-turbo diesels (BMW M Performance range).<ref>{{cite web |url = http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060120/FREE/60116017/1024/LATESTNEWS |title = AMG's new chief has big plans for 2006|work=AutoWeek Magazine|date=20 January 2006|access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref>
[[Image:DTM Mercedes AMG.jpg|thumb|Mercedes AMG DTM car (2003)]]

Although there were some AMG models in the 1980s with manual transmissions, almost all recent models have used automatics ([[5G-Tronic]], [[7G-Tronic]] and later [[9G-Tronic]] with Speedshift), in contrast to ''[[BMW M]]'', which used [[manual transmission|manual]] and recently [[automatic transmission]]s (the current{{when|date=April 2023}} type being a [[dual clutch transmission]]).

Although these are considered the most well known in-house tuning divisions, Mercedes-AMG has a considerably different philosophy than BMW M. Compared to BMW M, Mercedes-AMG is "less narrow in its sporting focus, yet still combining sledgehammer performance with relaxed handling, cultured comfort, and practicality".<ref>{{cite web |first = Peter |last = Robinson |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/01q2/2002_mercedes-benz_c32_amg_and_slk32_amg-first_drive_review/a_respectable_engine_page_2 |title = 2002 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG and SLK32 AMG - First Drive Review - Page 2 |work = Car and Driver  |date = June 2001 |access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref>

While founders Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher had emphasized proper racing cars, Mercedes-AMG had diverged considerably from this philosophy in recent years, with their offerings being well known for straight-line acceleration but poor handling dynamics. However, current{{when|date=April 2023}} Mercedes-AMG chairman [[Volker Mornhinweg]] has urged the division to return to its roots of building sports cars.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.autoblog.com/buy/2009-Mercedes_Benz-SL_Class/expert-review/ |title = 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class	 |work = Autoblog.com }}</ref>

===Motor racing===
[[File:1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG "Rote sau".jpg|thumb|[[Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3#Motor racing|AMG 300 SEL 6.8, "Red Sow"]] (1971)]]
In the late 1960s and early 1970s, AMG entered the big [[Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3]] V8 saloon, affectionately named the "Red Sow", in the 1971 [[Spa 24 Hours]], and the [[European Touring Car Championship]]. AMG and Mercedes worked together on [[Mercedes-Benz W201]] cars for the 1988 [[Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft]] (DTM, German Touring Car Championship). AMG was made the official partner.

When DaimlerChrysler acquired a majority share of AMG in 1999, the motor racing department was divested into [[HWA AG]]. Their first car was the ill-fated [[Mercedes-Benz CLR]]. Since 2000, HWA builds and runs the cars for [[Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters]] (DTM), as well as the M271 engine tuned for use in [[Formula 3]].

In 2000, an extensively modified one-off Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK 55 was built by the AMG Factory as a purpose-built race car to compete in the 2001 Targa Tasmania 7 day road race. [[Mick Doohan]] was the works Mercedes-Benz AMG driver.<ref>{{Cite web |url = https://au.motorsport.com/rally/news/michael-doohan-debuts-in-targa-tasmania/1858586/ |title = Michael Doohan debuts in Targa Tasmania |website = au.motorsport.com |date = 5 February 2001 |language = en |access-date = 12 February 2020 }}</ref>
[[Image:AMG Mercedes V12.jpg|thumb|AMG engine display at the Pagani factory]]
Six successive lightly modified Mercedes-Benz AMG models (including, most recently, a C190 GT Black Series) have acted as the [[safety car]]s for the [[Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile|FIA]] [[Formula One]] World Championship.

Since 2010, the [[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG#SLS AMG GT3|SLS AMG GT3]] and the [[Mercedes-AMG GT#Motorsport|AMG GT3]] have been competing in GT competitions around the world, such as the [[FIA GT3 European Championship]], [[Blancpain Endurance Series]], [[Blancpain Sprint Series]], [[VLN]], [[24 Hours of Nürburgring]], [[British GT Championship]], [[Super GT]], [[Australian GT Championship]], [[Bathurst 12 Hour]], [[Dubai 24 Hour]], [[Macau Grand Prix|Macau GT Cup]] and [[Pirelli World Challenge]].

In late 2011, after the end of the [[Formula One]] season, [[Mercedes GP Petronas]] announced that it would be using the AMG branding for its F1 efforts, changing its name to [[Mercedes GP Petronas|Mercedes AMG Petronas]] from the 2012 season onwards.<ref>{{cite news |title = Mercedes adds AMG moniker to Formula 1 team name |url = http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/96655 |newspaper = Autosport |date = 5 December 2011 |access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref>

Three AMG E-Class [[V8 Supercars]] competed in the Australian Supercars Championship from 2013 to 2015, operated by [[Erebus Motorsport]] under the AMG Customer Sports Program.<ref>{{cite news |title = Erebus Motorsport on the V8 Supercar Grid in 2013 name |url = http://www.v8supercars.com.au/championship/newsarticle/erebus-motorsport-on-the-v8-supercar-grid-in-2013/tabid/70/newsid/12935/default.aspx |access-date = 28 October 2012 |url-status = dead |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20120927222317/http://www.v8supercars.com.au/championship/newsarticle/erebus-motorsport-on-the-v8-supercar-grid-in-2013/tabid/70/newsid/12935/default.aspx |archive-date = 27 September 2012 }}</ref>

===Relationship with Pagani===
AMG also provides engines for [[Pagani Automobili|Pagani]]'s [[Pagani Zonda|Zonda]], [[Pagani Huayra|Huayra]] and [[Pagani Utopia|Utopia]] cars. The [[Mercedes-Benz M297 engine|M297]] 7,291&nbsp;cc displacement V12 engines were originally used in the 1998 [[Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR|Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Straßenversion]] and made later available for the Zonda. It was the largest displacement naturally aspirated engine provided by AMG.

===Relationship with Aston Martin===
On 25 July 2013, [[Aston Martin|Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd]] and Daimler AG announced moves towards a technical partnership with Mercedes-AMG GmbH. The deal will see Aston Martin access significant Mercedes-AMG GmbH and Mercedes-Benz Cars' resources, allowing the development of bespoke V8 powertrains and the use of certain components of electric/electronic architecture. Daimler AG now owns a stake of 5% of non-voting shares in Aston Martin, joining existing shareholders [[Investment DAR]], [[Adeem Investment]] and Investindustrial. The technical partnership will support Aston Martin's launch of a new generation of models and newly developed bespoke V8 powertrains.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.astonmartin.com/en/live/news?nTitle=Aston+Martin+in+technical+partnership+with+Mercedes-AMG+GmbH+&nId=d0dd8533-81ba-6ceb-9402-ff00007a0a98 |title = Aston Martin in technical partnership with Mercedes-AMG GmbH |access-date = 6 October 2014 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.daimler.com/dccom/0-5-658451-1-1618341-1-0-0-0-0-0-16694-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0.html |title = Mercedes-AMG GmbH and Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd. to enter technical partnership |date = 25 July 2013 |access-date = 6 October 2014 |url-status = dead |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20141006114551/http://www.daimler.com/dccom/0-5-658451-1-1618341-1-0-0-0-0-0-16694-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0.html |archive-date = 6 October 2014 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.autoblog.com/2013/07/25/aston-martin-signs-letter-of-intent-for-technical-partnership-wi/ |title = Aston Martin signs Letter of Intent for technical partnership with AMG |date = 25 July 2013 |work = Autoblog |access-date = 28 October 2014 }}</ref>

Since the [[2021 Formula One World Championship|2021]] [[Formula One|Formula One World Championship]], the German marque shares the role as the official [[Safety car|Safety Car]] supplier with Aston Martin.

===Relationship with Lotus===
AMG also provides engines for the [[Lotus Emira]]. The [[Mercedes-Benz M139 engine|M139]] [[Straight-four engine|I4]] engine was originally used in the [[Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class#Second generation (C118; 2019)|CLA 45 AMG]].<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.motor1.com/news/518417/lotus-emira-specs-photos-details/| title = Lotus Emira Mid-Engined Sports Car Debuts With AMG And Toyota Power | accessdate=July 6, 2021 | work=motor1.com}}</ref>

== Leadership ==
* Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher (1967–1999)
* Wolfgang Bernhard (1998–2000)
* Ulrich Bruhnke (2001–2003)<ref>https://www.autointell.de/News-deutsch/Dezember-2000/Dezember-20-00-p8.htm</ref>
* Hubertus Troska (2003–2005)
* Volker Mornhinweg (2005–2010)
* Ola Källenius (2010–2013)<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://blog.mercedes-benz-passion.com/2013/09/tobias-moers-wird-neuer-amg-chef/|title=Tobias Moers wird neuer AMG-Chef|date=2013-09-06|work=Mercedes-Benz Passion Blog|access-date=2018-10-04|language=de-DE}}</ref>
* Tobias Moers (2013–2020)<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://blog.mercedes-benz-passion.com/2013/09/tobias-moers-wird-neuer-amg-chef/|title=Tobias Moers wird neuer AMG-Chef|date=2013-09-06|work=Mercedes-Benz Passion Blog|access-date=2018-10-04|language=de-DE}}</ref>
* Philipp Schiemer (2020–2023)<ref>https://group.mercedes-benz.com/company/corporate-governance/board-of-management/bom-changes-dec-2025.html%23:~:text%3DMichael%2520Schiebe%2520has%2520been%2520CEO,into%2520Controlling%2520and%2520Marketing%2520%26%2520Sales.&ved=2ahUKEwie8bH81-2QAxViNTUKHd2sNUQQ1fkOegYIAQgGEBI&opi=89978449&cd&psig=AOvVaw09EKiHeDprZf48Uk2q6yGy&ust=1763073830730000</ref>
* Michael Schiebe (2023–present)<ref>https://group.mercedes-benz.com/company/corporate-governance/board-of-management/bom-changes-dec-2025.html%23:~:text%3DMichael%2520Schiebe%2520has%2520been%2520CEO,into%2520Controlling%2520and%2520Marketing%2520%26%2520Sales.&ved=2ahUKEwie8bH81-2QAxViNTUKHd2sNUQQ1fkOegYIAQgGEBI&opi=89978449&cd&psig=AOvVaw09EKiHeDprZf48Uk2q6yGy&ust=1763073830730000</ref>

==AMG trim==
Mercedes-Benz allows customers to upgrade nearly any model by adding an AMG trim or styling package. So customers can customize Mercedes cars to look like an AMG car, minus the AMG engine and transmission. AMG trim can include things such as a rear spoiler, body styling, deep front air dam, AMG style wheels, sport front seats, sport steering wheel, AMG floor mats, sport suspension, sport brakes, and more.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.mercedesoflittleton.com/blogs/1765/amg/amg-trim-vs-amg-line-from-mercedes-benz/ | title=AMG Trim vs AMG Line from Mercedes Benz | date=14 June 2022 }}</ref>

==Current AMG models==
[[File:AMG carbon fiber engine.JPG|thumb|AMG carbon fibre engine cover]]
All AMG [[internal combustion engine|engines]] – with the exception of the "35", "43" and "53" models, as well as the [[Mercedes V6 hybrid Formula One power unit (2014–2025)|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{{when|date=April 2023}} 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.<ref name=":2">{{cite web |url = http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/amg |title = Mercedes-AMG: A High Performance Driving Experience |access-date = 28 October 2014 }}</ref>

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]].

[[File:Amg carbon ceramic brake geneva auto show 2011.JPG|thumb|E 63 AMG carbon ceramic brake Geneva auto show 2011]]

===PU106B 1.6 L V6 E-Turbo Hybrid===
* [[Mercedes-AMG ONE]]

==="35" M260 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177)#A35, A45 and A45 S AMG|Mercedes-AMG A 35]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class|Mercedes-AMG CLA 35]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class|Mercedes-AMG GLA 35]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class|Mercedes-AMG GLB 35]]

==="43" M139 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W206)|Mercedes-AMG C 43]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG SL-Class (R232)|Mercedes-AMG SL 43]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT|Mercedes-AMG GT 43]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class|Mercedes-AMG GLC 43]]

==="43" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé|Mercedes-AMG GT 43 4-Door Coupé]]

==="45" M139 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177)|Mercedes-AMG A 45/A 45 S 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class|Mercedes-AMG CLA 45/CLA 45 S 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class|Mercedes-AMG GLA 45/GLA 45 S 4MATIC+]]

At {{convert|310|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} and 500&nbsp;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&nbsp;hp per litre or 104&nbsp;hp per cylinder.

==="53" M256 3.0 L Inline-6 Turbo===
[[File:Mercedes-AMG GT 53, GIMS 2019, Le Grand-Saconnex (GIMS1274).jpg|thumb|AMG GT 53 4-Door [[Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé|Coupé]]]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class|Mercedes-AMG CLE 53]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé|Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupé]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz M-Class#Fourth generation (W167/V167; 2019)|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-Benz E-Class (W214)|Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLE#Fourth generation (W167/V167; 2019)|Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+]]

==="55" M177 4.0 L V8 Bi-Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-AMG SL-Class (R232)|Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT|Mercedes-AMG GT 55]]

==="63" M177/M178 4.0 L V8 Bi-Turbo===
[[File:Mercedes-AMG C192 1X7A0832.jpg|thumb|right|[[Mercedes-AMG GT]]]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT|Mercedes-AMG GT 63/63 Pro]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG SL-Class (R232)|Mercedes-AMG SL 63 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé|Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-Door Coupé]]
* [[Mercedes G-Class#W465, third generation (2025–present)|Mercedes-AMG G 63 (W465)]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLE|Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLS|Mercedes-AMG GLS 63]]
  
Launched in the UK market in April 2015,<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.askaprice.com/car-news/mercedes-amg-gt-details-announced-26144 |title = Mercedes AMG GT 2015 |work = AskaPrice.com |date = 25 September 2014 |access-date = 25 September 2014 }}</ref> 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-Benz C-Class (W206)|Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E-PERFORMANCE]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLC|Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E-PERFORMANCE]]

The M139 found in the C 63 S E-Performance produces {{convert|350|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}, giving it a specific output of {{convert|175|kW|hp|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} per litre or {{convert|87.5|kW|hp|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} 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-Benz S-Class (W223)|Mercedes-AMG S 63 E-PERFORMANCE]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT|Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E-PERFORMANCE]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé|Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé E-PERFORMANCE]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG SL-Class (R232)|Mercedes-AMG SL 63 S E-PERFORMANCE]]

===Mercedes-AMG EQ===
===="43" Dual-Motor====
* [[Mercedes-Benz EQE|Mercedes-AMG EQE 43]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV|Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV 43]]

===="53" Dual-Motor====
* [[Mercedes-Benz EQE|Mercedes-AMG EQE 53]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV|Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV 53]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz EQS|Mercedes-AMG EQS 53]]

==Previous AMG models==

==="65" M275 6.0 L V12 Bi-Turbo===
[[File:2013 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Anniversary Edition -- 2012 NYIAS.JPG|thumb|220x220px|Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG (2012)]]
The models listed below were powered by a variant of the [[Mercedes-Benz M275 engine]].
* 2004–2013 [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)|S65 AMG]]
* 2004–2014 [[Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C216)|CL65 AMG]]
* 2004–2011 [[Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)|SL65 AMG]]
* 2012–2018 [[Mercedes-AMG G65 AMG|G65 AMG]]
* 2012–2018 [[Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R231)#SL 65 AMG (2012–)|Mercedes-AMG SL 65]]
* 2014–2019 [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222)#S 65 AMG (2014–2019)|Mercedes-AMG S 65]]
This AMG powerplant had an all-new design of the bi-turbo system, which features larger turbochargers and a new, more powerful [[charge-air cooling]] system, and the increase in the engine displacement (to 5980 cc) as well as many other engine design measures.<ref>{{cite web |author = PeterH |url = http://500sec.com/mercedes-benz-cl-65-amg-and-s-65-amg/ |title = Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG and S 65 AMG &#124; Mercedes |publisher = 500sec.com |date = 4 December 2009 |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref> This allows it to produce a claimed 621 horsepower and {{convert|738|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque.

"65" models used a [[5G-Tronic|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 [[Mercedes-Benz 7G-Tronic transmission#AMG SpeedShift MCT|AMG SpeedShift MCT]] transmission as the rest of the AMG line-up.<ref name="insideline1"/>

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, pushing the car from {{convert|0-60|mph}} in 4.2 seconds (0.2 seconds faster than the 2011 CL 63), with an electronically limited top speed of {{convert|186|mph}}. The update also improved fuel economy and reduced carbon emissions by 3.5% over the outgoing model.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2010/07/mercedes-new-cl65-amg-will-now-pack-621-horses/1 |title = Mercedes' new CL65 AMG will now pack 621 horses - Drive On: A conversation about the cars and trucks we drive |work = USA Today |date = 24 July 2010 |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.worldcarfans.com/110072627556/2011-mercedes-cl63--cl65-amg-revealed |title = 2011 Mercedes CL63 & CL65 AMG revealed |work = Worldcarfans.com |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref>

==="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-Benz CL-Class (C216)#CL_63_AMG_(2010–2014)|Mercedes-AMG CL 63]] (C216)
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W218)#Special models|Mercedes-AMG CLS 63]] (C218)
* [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)#E 63 AMG (2010–2017)|Mercedes-AMG E 63]] (W212)
* [[Mercedes-Benz G-Class#G 63 AMG 6×6 (2013–2015)|Mercedes-AMG G 63]] (W463)
* [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class#GL 63 AMG version|Mercedes-AMG GL 63]] (X166 pre-facelift)
* [[Mercedes-Benz M-Class#Third generation (W166; 2011)|Mercedes-AMG GLE 63]] (W166 facelift)
* [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (X166)#GL63 AMG version|Mercedes-AMG GLS 63]] (X166 facelift)
* [[Mercedes-Benz M-Class#Third generation (W166; 2011)|Mercedes-AMG M 63]] (W166 pre-facelift)
* [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222)#S 63 AMG, S 63 AMG 4Matic (2013–present)|Mercedes-AMG S 63]] (W222 pre-facelift)
* [[Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R231)#SL 63 AMG (2012–)|Mercedes-AMG SL 63]] (R231)
[[File:Silver Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG (S212) fr.jpg|thumbnail|E 63 AMG 4MATIC T]]
Rumoured in 2009 and confirmed in 2010, AMG developed the M157, a 5.5-litre V8 with direct fuel injection and [[Twin-turbo|twin turbochargers]]. Power is rated at up to {{convert|577|bhp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} at 5,250-5,750rpm with a peak torque of {{convert|664|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} made between 2,000rpm and 4,500&nbsp;rpm (the amount of power and torque depends on model, but these are the maximum ratings).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/model/class-CLS/model-CLS63P |title=CLS63 4-Door Coupe {{!}} Mercedes-Benz |access-date=2 August 2014 |work=mbusa.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150709111227/http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/model/class-CLS/model-CLS63P |archive-date=9 July 2015 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/model/class-SL/model-SL63|title=SL63 AMG Convertible Roadster {{!}} Mercedes-Benz|access-date=2 August 2014|publisher=Mercedes-Benza USA|archive-date=4 July 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140704090842/https://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/model/class-SL/model-SL63|url-status=dead}}</ref> Both engines are mated to Mercedes-Benz's [[7G-Tronic#AMG SpeedShift MCT|7-speed]] [[dual-clutch transmission|MCT transmission]].<ref name="mercedes-amg1">{{cite web |url = http://www.mercedes-amg.com/v855l.html#/157v8 |title = Engines: 5.5L-V8 |publisher = Mercedes-AMG |date = 14 October 2009 |access-date = 28 July 2010 |url-status = dead |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100411074203/http://www.mercedes-amg.com/v855l.html#/157v8 |archive-date = 11 April 2010 }}</ref><ref name="carthrottle1">{{cite web |url = http://www.carthrottle.com/amg-replacing-6-3-v8-with-5-5l-twin-turbo-v8/ |title = AMG Replacing 6.3 V8 with 5.5L Twin Turbo V8 |work = Carthrottle.com |date = 1 March 2010 |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref>
Unlike the M156 naturally aspirated 6.2&nbsp;L V8, which was developed entirely within AMG, the M157 is based upon the [[Mercedes-Benz M278 engine|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&nbsp;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&nbsp;kg.<ref name="mercedes-amg1" /><ref name="carthrottle1" /> 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.<ref name="2011 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG">{{cite web |url = http://www.canada.com/2011+Mercedes+Benz/3237343/story.html |title = 2011 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG |work = Canada.com |date = 5 July 2010 |access-date = 28 July 2010 |url-status = dead |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100803094205/http://www.canada.com/2011+Mercedes+Benz/3237343/story.html |archive-date = 3 August 2010 }}</ref>

5.5&nbsp;L V8 BiTurbo models carry the "63" model designation, shared with the 6.2L V8 models.<ref name="motortrend1">{{cite web |url = http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1107_2012_mercedes_benz_e63_amg_drive/index.html |title = 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG First Drive |work = Motor Trend |date = 8 July 2011 |access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web |url = https://nationalpost.com/life/travel/upside+engine+downsizing/3311841/story.html#ixzz0udIMe7t9 |title = First Drive: 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG |work = National Post |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}{{dead link|date=October 2025|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> For the CL 63 AMG, the new M157 engine coincides with the facelift of the CL-Class for the 2011 model year.

Despite common belief, 63 AMG models are typically faster than their 65 AMG counterparts. An S 63 AMG accelerates faster and handles better than an S 65 AMG (due to 4-wheel drive and decreased weight), and an SL 63 AMG accelerates faster than an SL 65 AMG due to decreased torque, lower weight, and better balance by use of the V8.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2015-mercedes-benz-s65-amg-photos-and-info-news |title = 2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Photos and Info |work = Car and Driver |date = 8 November 2013 |access-date = 28 October 2014 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/mercedes-benz/sl63-sl65-amg |title = Mercedes-Benz SL63 / SL65 AMG Reviews - Mercedes-Benz SL63 / SL65 AMG Price, Photos, and Specs |work = Car and Driver |access-date = 28 October 2014 }}</ref>

Since 2013, AMG models with the S-Model package feature all-wheel drive, which allows for better handling and better acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S has been tested to accelerate to 60&nbsp;mph in just 3.2 seconds, with a quarter mile time of 11.6 seconds.<ref name=":1">{{cite web |url = http://media.caranddriver.com/files/2014-mercedes-benz-cls63-amg-s-model2014-mercedes-benz-cls63-amg-s-model-4matic.pdf |title = 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S Track Sheet |access-date = 2 August 2014 |work = Car and Driver }}</ref> This made it the quickest production sedan at the time. MotorTrend tested the 2014 E 63 AMG S with the M157 engine to produce an estimated {{convert|676|bhp|kW PS|0|abbr = on}} and {{convert|631|lbft|Nm|0|abbr = on}}.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1403_luxury_super_sports_sedan_comparison/ |title = Luxury Super Sports Sedan Comparison - Audi RS7, Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG S, Porsche Panamera Turbo |work = Motor Trend |access-date = 2 August 2014  }}</ref>

==="63" M156/M159 6.2 L V8===
[[File:Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (C 197) – Frontansicht geöffnet, 10. August 2011, Düsseldorf.jpg|thumb|SLS AMG]]
* 2008-2015 [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)#C 63 AMG (2008–2015)|C63 AMG, C63 AMG Black Series, Edition 507]] (Sedan and Wagon) (facelifted for the 2012 model year)
* [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W211)|Mercedes E63 AMG]] (W211, 2009-2011, Sedan and Wagon)
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209)|Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG, CLK63 AMG Black Series]]<ref>{{cite web |title = CLK 63 AMG Cabriolet |url = https://mercedes-benz-publicarchive.com/marsClassic/en/instance/ko/CLK-63-AMG-Cabriolet--A-209-E-62-AMG-2006---2009.xhtml?oid=2461920 |website = mercedes-benz-publicarchive.com |access-date = 1 July 2019 |language = en }}</ref> (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show) (used as Safety Car for the 2006 and 2007 F1 World Championship)
* [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W221)|Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG]] (2008-2011)
* [[Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C216)|Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz M-Class|Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)|Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG]] (W212, 2010–2012, Sedan and Wagon)
* [[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG]] (M159)
* [[Mercedes-Benz R-Class#R63 AMG|Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG]] (2007)
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W219)#CLS63 AMG|Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG]] (introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, 2007–2011)
* [[Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)#AMG|Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG]] (2009–2012)

AMG developed its own [[V8 engine]] (dubbed [[Mercedes-Benz M156 engine|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 {{convert|457|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} on the C 63 AMG, to {{convert|525|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} on the C/CLK/R/ML/GL/S/SL/CL/E 63 AMG.
[[File:2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 63 AMG (C 216 MY11) coupe (2012-10-26) 02.jpg|thumb|CL 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 {{convert|612|lbft}}.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/06q4/2008_mercedes-benz_cl63_amg_and_s63_amg-first_drive_review |title = 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG and S63 AMG - First Drive Review - Auto Reviews |work = Car and Driver |date = October 2006 |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref> 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&nbsp;L V8 engine—which was restricted to the Speedshift [[5G-Tronic]] five-speed automatic transmission, as it had a torque capacity of {{convert|796|lbft|abbr = on}}—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 {{convert|542|lbft|abbr = on}}. 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.<ref name="insideline1" /> 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 [[7G-Tronic#AMG SpeedShift MCT|MCT]] transmission.

In 2009, AMG developed the M159 engine, which is based on the M156 engine, to use in [[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG|SLS AMG]]. The M159 produces 583 horsepower and 489&nbsp;lb-ft of torque in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT, and 622 horsepower and 468&nbsp;lb-ft in the SLS AMG Black Series.<ref name=":3">{{cite web |date=10 September 2014 |title=2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Electric Drive Photos and Info |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2014-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-electric-drive-photos-and-info-news |access-date=28 October 2014 |work=Car and Driver}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2014-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-black-series-test-review |title = 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series Test – Review |work = Car and Driver |date = December 2013 |access-date = 8 November 2014 }}</ref>

==="55" M152 5.5 L V8===
* [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R172)|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&nbsp;hp and 398&nbsp;lb-ft. This engine was discontinued in 2016 with the release of the SLC 43 AMG.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.autoblog.com/2011/07/21/mercedes-benz-details-new-variable-displacement-v8-for-slk55-amg |title = Mercedes-Benz details new variable-displacement V8 for SLK55 AMG |work = Autoblog |date = 21 July 2011 |access-date = 24 July 2011 }}</ref>

==="43" M276 3.0 L V6 Bi-Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213)#AMG E 43 (2016–2018)|Mercedes-AMG E 43]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class|Mercedes-AMG GLE 43]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205)|Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class|Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC+]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205)#C 450 AMG Sport 4MATIC or Mercedes-AMG C 43|Mercedes-AMG C 43]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R172)#Facelift (SLC-Class)|Mercedes-AMG SLC 43]]

==="45" M133 2.0 L Inline-4 Turbo===
* [[Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class#GLA 45 AMG (2014–2019)|Mercedes-AMG GLA 45]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz A-Class#A 45 AMG (2013–2018)|Mercedes-AMG A 45]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLA#Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 (2013–2018)|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 {{convert|381|PS|HP|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|350|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}},<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/model/class-CLA/model-CLA45 |title = All-New 2014 CLA45 AMG 4-Door Coupe |access-date = 6 November 2014 }}</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.car-engineer.com/mercedes-a-45-amg-the-most-powerful-4-cylinder-turbo-engine-in-the-world/ |title = Mercedes A 45 AMG: The most powerful 4-cylinder turbo engine in the world |work = Car Engineer |date = 16 February 2013 |access-date = 6 November 2014 }}</ref> Models with the M133 Turbo 4 are paired with a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch Transmission. The CLA45 AMG can accelerate from {{convert|0–97|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} in 4.2 seconds, according to Motor Trend's first test of the vehicle.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1311_2014_mercedes_benz_cla45_amg_first_test/ |title = 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG First Test |work = Motor Trend |date = 13 November 2013 |access-date = 6 November 2014 }}</ref>

==="30" 3.0&nbsp;L I5 diesel===
* [[Mercedes-Benz OM612 engine|OM612]] 3.0&nbsp;L "30" [[straight-5|I5]] [[Diesel engine|Diesel]] models
**[[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)#C 30 CDI (2002–2004)|C 30 CDI AMG]] (sedan, wagon, and [[Mercedes-Benz CLC-Class#First generation|Sportcoupé]])

==="32" 3.2&nbsp;L V6 Kompressor===
[[File:2003MY UK version of C32 Estate (S203) in Brilliant Silver. Photo Oct 2012.jpg|thumb|2003 UK version of C 32 Estate (S203) in Brilliant Silver]]
Powertrain consists of AMG Speedshift 5-speed automatic transmission mated to an AMG 3.2-litre V6 Kompressor engine with an output of 260&nbsp;kW/349&nbsp;hp and {{convert|332|lbft|abbr=on}} at 4,400 rpm. The engine is a special version of the 3.2&nbsp;L (3199&nbsp;cc) [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine|M112 E32]], fitted with a helical [[Twin-screw type supercharger|twin-screw]] [[supercharger]] and water-to-air [[intercooler]]. The supercharger was developed in conjunction with [[Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries|IHI]] and features [[polytetrafluoroethylene|Teflon]]-coated rotors producing overall boost of 14.5 [[pound-force per square inch|psi]] (1 [[bar (unit)|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.<ref name="caranddriver1">{{cite web |first = Peter |last = Robinson |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/01q2/2002_mercedes-benz_c32_amg_and_slk32_amg-first_drive_review |title = 2002 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG and SLK32 AMG - First Drive Review - Car Reviews |work = Car and Driver |date = June 2001 |access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref>

While rival BMW M developed the ''SMG-II'' [[automated manual transmission|automated manual]] for the [[BMW M3#E46 M3|BMW M3]], the C 32 and SLK 32 have a 5-speed automatic transmission's "Speedshift" system, which now has quicker response (up to 35 percent) to accelerator and shift selector movements.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/drives/mercedes-benz-c32-amg |title = Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG First Drive – Full Review of the New Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG at |work = Road and Track |date = 1 July 2001 |access-date = 6 December 2011 |url-status = dead |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20111019135751/http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/drives/mercedes-benz-c32-amg |archive-date = 19 October 2011 }}</ref>

The C 32 had a smaller engine than its predecessors, the [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class#W202 (1993–2000)|C 36 AMG]] with the [[Mercedes-Benz M104 engine#AMG 3.6 L M104.941/M104.992|M104 3.6L I6 engine]], and the [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202)#AMG models|C 43 AMG]] powered by the [[Mercedes-Benz M113 engine#M113 E43|M113 4.3L V8 engine]]. The C 32 AMG can do 0–{{convert|60|mph|0|abbr=on}} in 5.2sec 0–100 in 12.6 with a 1/4 mile of 13.6 at 106&nbsp;mph (C&D comparison test May 2003).<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/2003-audi-s4-vs-bmw-m3-m-b-c32-amg-comparison-tests |title = 2003 Audi S4 vs. BMW M3, M-B C32 AMG |work = Car and Driver |access-date = 6 October 2014 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://media.caranddriver.com/files/2003-audi-s4-vs-bmw-m3-m-b-c32-amgcompactadrenalinedeliverysystems-2.pdf |title = C/D Test Results |work = Car and Driver |access-date = 30 April 2017 }}</ref>

*3.2 L Supercharged [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine#C32 AMG|M112]] V6 AMG
** 2002–2004 [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)#C 32 (2001–2003)|C 32 AMG]] (sedan, wagon (S203), and [[Mercedes-Benz CLC-Class#First generation|Sportcoupé]])
** 2001–2004 [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R170)#SLK32 AMG version|SLK 32 AMG]]
** 2005–2006 [[Chrysler Crossfire#SRT-6|Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6]]

==="55" M113K 5.4L V8 Kompressor===
[[File:2003-Mercedes-Benz-CL55-AMG.jpg|thumb|2003 AMG CL 55 Kompressor]]
This model was nicknamed the "Hammer" after the original 1986 AMG Hammer (a [[Mercedes-Benz W124|W124 E-Class]] sedan with an AMG-tuned 360&nbsp;hp 5.6-litre V8). The 2003 E 55 AMG could do 0–{{convert|60|mph|0|abbr=on}} in 4.4 seconds.

The main engine is a 5.4&nbsp;L [[V8 engine]] This engine comes in two configurations.
* The [[Mercedes-Benz M113 engine#M113 E55|first configuration]] is a naturally aspirated V8 with {{convert|354|PS|kW hp||abbr=on}} that is used in the [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)#C 55 (2004–2007)|C 55 AMG]], [[Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209)|CLK 55 AMG]], [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W210)#2001 E 55 AMG|E 55 AMG]] (1999-2002), [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R171)#AMG models|SLK 55 AMG]], and [[Mercedes-Benz ML-Class#First generation (W163; 1997-2004)|ML 55 AMG]]. The [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202)#AMG models|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 [[Mercedes-Benz M113 engine#M113 E43|4.3L, hence the '43' designation]].
* The [[Mercedes-Benz M113 engine#M113 ML 55|other configuration]] is a similar unit but with a highly efficient [[Twin-screw type supercharger|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 {{convert|476|PS|kW hp||abbr=on}} to {{convert|517|PS|kW hp||abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|lbft||abbr=on}} to {{convert|720|Nm|lbft||abbr=on}}, depending on various methods of power measurements and different [[Engine Control Unit|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,<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.derekspratt.com/PDFs/Automotive/2004%20Mercedes%20E55/Road%20&%20Track%20-%20Mercedes%20E55%20-%20January%202003.pdf |title = First Drives - Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG (1/2003) |first = Kim |last = Wolfkill |work = Road and Track |date = January 2003 |access-date = 30 April 2017 }}</ref> while the SL55 AMG's engine had the top output.<ref>{{cite web |first = Peter |last = Robinson |url = http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/02q4/mercedes-benz_e55_amg-first_drive_review |title = Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG - First Drive Review - Car Reviews |work = Car and Driver |date = December 2002 |access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.canadiandriver.com/2003/10/26/test-drive-2004-mercedes-benz-e55-amg.htm |title = Test Drive: 2004 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG  |work = Car and Driver |date = 26 October 2003 |access-date = 6 December 2011 }}</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.derekspratt.com/html/automotive/2004_mercedes_e55.html |title = 2004 Mercedes Benz E55 AMG |access-date = 6 October 2014 |archive-date = 1 July 2012 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20120701080624/http://www.derekspratt.com/html/Automotive/2004_Mercedes_E55.html |url-status = dead }}</ref>

The supercharged 5.4&nbsp;L 24 valve [[V8 engine]] was mated to the Speedshift [[5G-Tronic|5-speed automatic transmission]], which has a torque capacity of {{convert|796|lbft|abbr=on}}, as the newer [[7G-Tronic]] introduced in 2003 is limited to {{convert|542|lbft|abbr=on}}, which is not enough to handle the torque from the supercharged V8.<ref name="insideline1">{{cite web |url = http://www.insideline.com/mercedes-benz/mercedes-benz-amg-63-liter-v8.html |title = Mercedes-Benz AMG 6.3-liter V8 |work = Insideline.com |date = 19 July 2005 |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.derekspratt.com/PDFs/Automotive/2004%20Mercedes%20E55/Road%20&%20Track%20-%20Mercedes%20E55%20-%20December%202002.pdf |title = Mercedes E55 AMG |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref>

The V8 [[Mercedes-Benz W220#Mercedes-Benz S 55 AMG|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&nbsp;L {{convert|354|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} V8 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported the same motor, but supercharged to a rated {{convert|493|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}. The S600 (2001–02) was outfitted with a 5.8L {{convert|362|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} V12 engine while the later versions (2003–06) sported a twin-turbocharged (or Bi-Turbo) {{convert|493|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 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&nbsp;L engines in favor of the new [[Mercedes-Benz M156 engine|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 Model Year 2009:
* [[Mercedes-Benz M113 engine|M113]] 5.4&nbsp;L "55" V8 models ([[Naturally aspirated engine|naturally aspirated]])
**[[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R171)#AMG models|SLK 55 AMG]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz M113 engine|M113]] 5.4&nbsp;L "55" V8 models ([[Supercharger|supercharged]])
**[[Mercedes-Benz G-Class#G 55 AMG Kompressor (2006–)|G 55 AMG]]

====Previous 55 AMG models====
* 1999–2002 [[Mercedes-Benz W210#2001 E 55 AMG|E 55 AMG]]
* 2003–2006 [[Mercedes-Benz W211#E 55 AMG (2003–2006)|E 55 AMG]]
* 2000–2003 [[Mercedes-Benz M-Class#First generation (W163; 1997-2004)|ML 55 AMG]]
* 2003–2005 [[Mercedes-Benz W203#C 55 (2004–2007)|C 55 AMG]]
* 2001–2002 [[Mercedes-Benz C208#CLK 55 AMG|CLK 55 AMG]]
* 2003–2006 [[Mercedes-Benz C209|CLK 55 AMG]]
* 2004–2007 [[Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W219)#CLS 55 AMG|CLS 55 AMG]]
* 2001–2008 [[Mercedes-Benz R230#AMG|SL 55 AMG]]
* 2001–2006 [[Mercedes-Benz W220#Mercedes-Benz S 55 AMG|S 55 AMG]]
* 2001–2006 [[Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C215)|CL 55 AMG]]
* 2005–2006 [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)#C 55 (2004–2007)|C 55 AMG]]
* 2001–2009 [[Mercedes-Benz G-Class#G-Class 463 (1990–2018)|G 55 AMG]]

==="63" M137 6.3 L V12===
The "63" badging was used on the short-lived 2001 [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)|S 63 AMG]], 2001 [[Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C215)|CL 63 AMG]] and 2002 [[Mercedes-Benz G-Class#2005 update|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 [[Pound sterling|£]]110,000 (~[[USD|US$]]200,000).<ref name="fantasycars1">{{cite web |url = http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/HTML/mercedes_s63_amg_w220.html |title = Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG (W220) - World's Fastest Sedans |work = FantasyCars.com |date = 14 December 2006 |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref><ref name="autoevolution2001">{{cite web |url = http://www.autoevolution.com/cars/mercedes-benz-s-63-amg-w220-2001.html |title = MERCEDES BENZ S 63 AMG (W220) 2001 - 2001 |work = AutoEvolution |access-date = 28 July 2010 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.supercars.net/blog/supercar-pictures-videos/gallery-home/|title=Supercar & Sports Car Pictures (Ultimate Hub)}}</ref> 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 {{convert|326|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}}. This engine is based on the [[Mercedes-Benz M137 engine|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. {{convert|390|lbft|abbr=on}} of torque are available between 2500 and 5800&nbsp;rpm with a peak of {{convert|620|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} 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&nbsp;hp more than the 2001 S 55 AMG, and was a few tenths faster.<ref name="fantasycars1"/><ref name="autoevolution2001"/>

==="60", "73", "70", "55"===
The [[Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R129)#AMG offerings|Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R129)]] had several AMG variants during its production run from 1989 to 2001.
[[File:1996 Mercedes-Benz SL70 AMG.jpg|thumb|1996 SL70 AMG]]
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 {{convert|381|PS|kW hp||abbr=on}} at 5500 rpm.<ref>{{cite book |title = Automobil Revue |edition = Catalogue |year = 1995 |page = 380 }}</ref> AMG claimed a 0–{{convert|62|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}} speed of 5.6 seconds. Its top speed was limited to {{convert|250|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}, but with the limiter removed, it was capable of approximately {{convert|185|mi/h|km/h|0|abbr=on}}. AMG later unofficially conceded that {{convert|0–60|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}} was more like 5.0 seconds and the engine produced between 405 and 410&nbsp;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&nbsp;L [[V12 engine|V12]] was later used by Pagani in the [[Pagani Zonda|Zonda]].

Even rarer is the '''SL 70 AMG''' (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, {{convert|354|PS|kW hp|abbr=on}} at 5500 rpm). It was the predecessor of the production [[Mercedes-Benz R230#AMG|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 [[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG|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.<ref name=":2" /> The SLS AMG Electric Drive has 740 horsepower and 738&nbsp;lb-ft of torque, and Mercedes-AMG claims a {{cvt|0–97|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} time of 3.9 seconds.<ref name=":3" />

==Black Series models==
[[File:2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG (R 230 MY09) Black Series coupe (2015-07-06) 01.jpg|thumb|SL 65 AMG Black Series]]
[[File:Mercedes Benz AMG SLS Black.jpg|thumb|SLS AMG Black Series]]
[[File:2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series.jpg|thumb|AMG GT Black Series]]
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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Black Series History |url=https://www.mercedes-amg.com/en/world-of-amg/stories/inside-amg/Black-Series-History.html |access-date=2023-04-03 |website=www.mercedes-amg.com}}</ref> 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.
* [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R171)#SLK 55 AMG Black Series (2006-2008)|SLK 55 AMG Black Series]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209)#CLK 63 AMG Black Series (2007-2009)|CLK 63 AMG Black Series]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)#SL 65 AMG Black Series (2008–2011)|SL 65 AMG Black Series]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)#C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series (2011–2013)|C 63 AMG Black Series]]
* [[Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG#SLS AMG Black Series (2013–2015)|SLS AMG Black Series]]
* [[Mercedes-AMG GT#Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series (2021)|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&nbsp;mph. The SLS AMG Black Series "demolished" the Motor Trend figure eight in just 23.1 seconds, beating the [[McLaren 12C|McLaren MP4-12C]], [[Ferrari 458|Ferrari 458 Italia]], [[Audi R8|Audi R8 V10 Plus]], and the [[Dodge Viper|SRT Viper]].<ref>{{cite web |url = http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1308_2014_mercedes_benz_sls_amg_black_series_first_test/ |title = 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series First Test |work = Motor Trend |date = 6 August 2013 |access-date = 28 October 2014 }}</ref> The SLS AMG Black Series had the same 1:19 time as the [[Lamborghini Murciélago#Murciélago LP 670–4 SuperVeloce (2009–2010)|Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SuperVeloce]], the [[Enzo Ferrari (automobile)|Ferrari Enzo]], and beat the [[Ferrari 458|Ferrari 458 Italia]], [[Lamborghini Gallardo#Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Polizia (2008)|Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4]], [[Porsche 911 GT2#997 generation|Porsche 997 GT2]], and [[Nissan GT-R]] around the [[Top Gear test track]].

As of July 2024, the [[Mercedes-AMG GT#Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series (2021)|AMG GT Black Series]] is the second fastest sports car in [[Nürburgring Nordschleife]], behind the [[Porsche 991 GT2 RS|Porsche 991 GT2 RS Manthey Performance Kit]].<ref>{{cite web |url = https://nuerburgring.de/info/nuerburgring/records |title = Records Drives |access-date = 1 July 2024 }}</ref>

==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.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |title=The Japanese AMGs you've never heard of |url=https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/honda-mitsubishi-amg-collaboration |access-date=2023-04-30 |website=WhichCar |date=3 September 2021 |language=en}}</ref>

===Mitsubishi AMG models===
[[File:1989 Mitsubishi Galant (E-E33A) AMG Sedan (13-10-2017) 01.jpg|thumb|right|Mitsubishi Galant AMG]]
AMG's relationship with Mitsubishi began in 1987 with an enhanced version of the [[Mitsubishi Debonair#second|second-generation Debonair]], known as the Mitsubishi Debonair V3000 Royal AMG.<ref name=":4" /> 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#sixth|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 {{cvt|170|PS|kW|0}} and featured a body kit, alloy wheels, and a full leather interior.<ref name=":4" />

===Honda AMG models===
During the 1980s and 1990s, AMG developed sports variants of the [[Honda Ballade]] in [[South Africa]].<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |last=Gilboy |first=James |date=2023-02-23 |title=Mercedes and AMG Really Did Build Honda Civics. Here's Why It Happened |url=https://www.thedrive.com/news/the-amg-honda-civic-was-real-and-heres-why-it-happened |access-date=2023-04-30 |website=The Drive |language=en}}</ref> These models, known as Honda Ballade AMGs, were based on the [[Honda Civic (fourth generation)|fourth]]- and [[Honda Civic (fifth generation)|fifth]]-generation [[Honda Civic]]s. They were equipped with lower [[Eibach (company)|Eibach]] springs, 15- or 16-inch Remotec aluminium wheels, and larger rear spoilers.<ref name=":4" /> The 180i models were powered by 1.8-litre [[Honda_B_engine#B18B4|Honda B18B4]] engines, potentially tuned to {{convert|173|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, while 160i versions with 1.6-litre engines were also available.<ref name=":5" />

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.<ref name=":5" /> 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.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-12-02 |title=The Hidden Side of Affalterbach |url=https://driventowrite.com/2021/12/02/amg-japanese-mitsubishi-honda/ |access-date=2023-04-30 |website=Driven To Write |language=en-GB}}</ref> The South African Honda Ballades were essentially rebadged Honda Civics, featuring additional luxury equipment and positioned below models such as the [[Mercedes 190]].

==See also==
* [[List of German cars]]
* [[Alpina]]
* [[Audi Sport GmbH]]
* [[BMW M]]
* [[Brabus]]
* [[Hyundai N]]
* [[Opel Performance Center]]

==References==
===Notes===
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===Bibliography===
{{Refbegin}}
* {{cite book |last1 = Becker |first1 = Clauspeter |last2 = Bolsinger |first2 = Markus |last3 = Clauss |first3 = Michael |title = AMG 45: The Story - The Cars |year = 2013 |publisher = Delius Klasing |location = Bielefeld, Germany |isbn = 9783768834940 }}
* {{cite book |last = Bolsinger |first = Markus |title = Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG |year = 2013 |publisher = Delius Klasing |location = Bielefeld, Germany |isbn = 9783768833707 }}
* {{Brooklands-AMG1GP}}
* {{Brooklands-AMG2UP}}
* {{cite book |last1 = Mühling |first1 = Frank |last2 = Bolsinger |first2 = Markus |title = AMG: Reaching for the Stars |year = 2006 |publisher = Delius Klasing |location = Bielefeld, Germany |isbn = 3768818098 }}
* {{cite book |last = Rigatto |first = Alessandro |title = Typenkompass Mercedes-AMG Serien- und Rennsportwagen seit 1967 |trans-title = Typenkompass Mercedes-AMG Production and Racing Cars since 1967 |series = Typenkompass series; Basiswissen für Auto-Freunde series |year = 2011 |publisher = Motorbuch Verlag |location = Stuttgart |isbn = 9783613032736 |language = de }}
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==External links==
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*[https://www.mercedes-amg.com/ Mercedes-AMG official website]

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