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11 th August, 2015 Mercedes-Benz unleashes driving performance in the luxury segment: launches the epitome of luxury and performance - the Mercedes-AMG S 63 Lightweight construction and absolute performance are among the key strengths of this new flagship model from Mercedes-AMG AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine delivers 430 kW (585 hp) and 900 Nm of torque, 0-100 kmph in 4.4 seconds AMG sports suspension based on MAGIC BODY CONTROL enhances driving enjoyment and comfort Unique advantages of Mercedes-AMG S 63 Sedan: Head-Up Display, Night View Assist Plus, Seat Comfort Package, COMAND Online, AMG sports exhaust system 1540 watts of total output of optionally available Burmester high-end 3D surround sound The Mercedes-AMG S 63 is yet another exciting addition to the powerful AMG portfolio in India; the ninth AMG offering in India The fully customized Mercedes-AMG S 63 Sedan is priced at Rs. 2.53 crores (ex-showroom Bangalore) Bengaluru: Pursuing its aggressive product strategy, Mercedes- Benz today launched its flagship Mercedes-AMG S 63 which combines driving performance with ultimate luxury. The Mercedes-AMG S 63 sets new standards in terms of driving Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953 Press Information

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Page 1: Mercedes S63 AMG India Launch - Press Release

11th August, 2015

Mercedes-Benz unleashes driving performance in the luxury segment: launches the epitome of luxury and performance - the Mercedes-AMG S 63

Lightweight construction and absolute performance are among the key strengths of this new flagship model from Mercedes-AMG

AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine delivers 430 kW (585 hp) and 900 Nm of torque, 0-100 kmph in 4.4 seconds

AMG sports suspension based on MAGIC BODY CONTROL enhances driving enjoyment and comfort

Unique advantages of Mercedes-AMG S 63 Sedan: Head-Up Display, Night View Assist Plus, Seat Comfort Package, COMAND Online, AMG sports exhaust system

1540 watts of total output of optionally available Burmester high-end 3D surround sound

The Mercedes-AMG S 63 is yet another exciting addition to the powerful AMG portfolio in India; the ninth AMG offering in India

The fully customized Mercedes-AMG S 63 Sedan is priced at Rs. 2.53 crores (ex-showroom Bangalore)

Bengaluru: Pursuing its aggressive product strategy, Mercedes-Benz today launched its flagship Mercedes-AMG S 63 which combines driving performance with ultimate luxury. The Mercedes-AMG S 63 sets new standards in terms of driving dynamics, lightweight construction, efficiency and bespoke craftsmanship. The new Mercedes-AMG S 63, highlighting Mercedes-Benz’s expertise in the automotive high-end segment, was launched for the Indian market by Eberhard Kern, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India.

Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953

Press Information

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Eberhard Kern, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India commented, “The Mercedes-AMG S 63 leads the way confidently when it comes to perfection, high-class appeal and top-end quality. The new AMG V8 flagship model in the S-Class is a unique package that has no match in the competitive segment. Path breaking technology like MAGIC BODY CONTROL and a gamut of high-end features makes the Mercedes-AMG S 63 one of the most desirable luxury sedans in our range. This luxury sedan drives performance with the best of luxury like no other car in our portfolio. The launch of a high-end exclusive sedan like Mercedes-AMG S 63, is a fine instance of our successful ‘top of the pyramid’ product strategy.”

Continuing the aggressive product drive for the Indian market, Mercedes-Benz has now introduced as many as ten new products in the Indian market in 2015. This strong product drive underscores Mercedes-Benz’s customer focused approach which entails in offering the latest products to its patrons and enthusiasts from the global portfolio. The ‘Top of Pyramid’ model line-up plays a key role in creating customer fascination and an unparalleled modern luxury experience.

“This is our tenth launch of the year and we have been able to create a lot of excitement for the brand in a market that is gradually showing signs of improvement. This is true for the Mercedes-AMG brand in particular which is increasingly becoming popular across markets in India. This is the ninth AMG model we are adding to our portfolio and we already have five AMG Performance Centres, two of them in the south. We have seen a strong growth rate at the top-end segment of the luxury car industry and Mercedes-AMG continues to lead the segment strongly. We are confident of our strong growth momentum in the Indian market.” Mr. Kern added.

Mercedes-AMG: Mercedes-Benz leads the performance segment in the luxury auto segment significantly with a wide range of AMG performance cars, which includes as many as nine products. The Mercedes-AMG range includes powerful SUVs, sedans and also roadsters. The SUV range comprises the AMG G 63 (now also offered in Crazy Colour Edition), the AMG GL 63, the AMG ML 63 and the AMG GLA 45. The AMG sedans comprises of the AMG E 63, the AMG S 63 Coupé and the AMG S 63. The AMG roadster comprises the AMG SLK 55. The Mercedes-AMG brand has been increasingly becoming popular in India with new customer groups

Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953

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joining the brand. Mercedes-Benz has inaugurated five exclusive AMG Performance Centres in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune and has been able to reach out to more customers seeking performance drive.

The fully customized Mercedes-AMG S 63 Sedan is priced at Rs. 2.53 crores (ex-showroom Bangalore)

Product Information: Mercedes-AMG S 63

Exterior design elements: A combination of performance and luxury

Status and dynamism, performance and elegance, exclusivity and superiority – the Mercedes-AMG S 63 visually reaffirms the car’s special status in Mercedes-Benz’s model portfolio. This stunningly beautiful sedan embodies AMG’s "Driving Performance" with its exterior design. The overall impression is created by a combination of the sensuous lines that are a hallmark of Mercedes-Benz classic architecture and a flowing silhouette with typical AMG design features.

Interiors: A combination of luxurious ambience and sporty functionality

A feel-good atmosphere combined with a luxurious ambience and the sporty functionality of a genuine AMG high-performance model – describes the interiors of the Mercedes-AMG S 63. A true pleasure for the senses; the lovingly designed interior fascinates with its very high-grade materials, first-class quality and carefully chosen colour schemes. The occupants benefit from the improved interior dimensions, anew control logic and new highlights in terms of ergonomics, operating convenience and safety.

AMG seats developed exclusively for the Mercedes-AMG S 63 ensure an outstanding long-distance comfort. Electric adjustment, driver and co-

Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953

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driver memory function, panoramic sunroof and 7 colours ambient lights are standard features. Another feature reserved for AMG is the high-quality analogue clock in an exclusive design between the air vents: this for the first time features three-dimensional, milled metal hands and metal appliqués on the dial. The AMG sports steering wheel in nappa leather with a heavily contoured rim, an insert with AMG lettering, perforated leather in the grip area and aluminium shift paddles allows perfect vehicle control.

Suspension: MAGIC BODY CONTROL

The Mercedes-AMG S 63 with rear-wheel drive features the AMG sports suspension based on MAGIC BODY CONTROL. The new S-Class is the first car in the world able to recognise road surface undulations in advance. If ROAD SURFACE SCAN detects such undulations with the help of the stereo camera, MAGIC BODY CONTROL adjusts the suspension in advance to suit the situation. Both suspension modes - "Comfort" and "Sport" - are also available here. The AMG-specific elastokinematics ensure more directness when driving dynamically.

The electromechanical AMG speed-sensitive sports steering with variable steering ratio is the perfect complement: this greatly enhances vehicle handling and agility while maintaining driving safety at high speeds. In "Comfort" suspension mode, the AMG speed-sensitive sports steering enhances comfort by providing more steering assistance. If the "Sport" suspension setting is selected, on the other hand, the driver feels a more sportily stiff level of steering assistance – which tends to result in better road feel. The pre-programmed curves for power assistance enhance feedback and steering precision.

AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission

The AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission combines huge emotional appeal and maximum driving pleasure with outstanding economy. The sports transmission is exclusive to Mercedes-AMG and combines the sporty, direct and agile responsiveness of a manual transmission with the maximum comfort of an automatic transmission. The AMG sports transmission also impresses with its low weight of just 80 kilograms. This is made possible by the use of lightweight magnesium for the transmission housing. Vibrations are effectively eliminated by a new, two-stage torsional damper, with ensuing benefits in perceived passenger comfort.

Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953

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Power and Output:

In terms of maximum output and fuel consumption, the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine remains the most efficient series-produced V8 engine of all. With an output of 430 kW [585 hp] and a torque of 900 Nm, the AMG eight-cylinder unit outperforms all comparable engines.

Customisation using ‘designo’

Mercedes-AMG S 63 can be customised using the newly launched ‘designo’ platform. Customers have the choice of selecting from hundreds of combinations of exterior colours, interior upholstery and design trim elements. Exciting performance and comfort features can also be added in the Mercedes-AMG S 63 as per the customer choice and wish.

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Media Contact: Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd.:

Shekhar Das Chowdhury | [email protected] |+91 98508

36477

Reuben George | [email protected] | +91 9823969057

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About Mercedes-Benz India: 

Established in 1994, Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd. pioneered the luxury car market in India and boasts of more than 129 years of cutting edge innovation in the luxury automobile industry globally. Set up in 2009, Mercedes-Benz India’s world class production facility is spread over 100 acres in Chakan near Pune. The production facility is among the fastest green-field operations ever to be created and is rated among the topmost CKD plants of Mercedes-Benz, globally. Since June 2015, Mercedes-Benz India also commenced production from its new expanded production facility located in the same premises. The production facility now carries an investment of INR 1000+ crores and has an installed production capacity of 20,000 units annually, largest for any luxury car maker in India.

Mercedes-Benz India product portfolio comprises the locally produced S-Class, E-Class, C-Class sedans and the GLA, GL-Class and the M-Class SUVs. Completely Built imported cars portfolio includes the A-Class, B-Class, CLA, CLS, SLK, E-Class Cabriolet, S-Class Coupé, the S 600 Guard and a range of other Guard vehicles etc. The product portfolio also comprises the iconic off-roader Mercedes-AMG G 63 as well as a wide range of other Mercedes-AMG performance cars like the AMG CLA 45, AMG E 63, AMG SLK 55, AMG S 63 Coupe, AMG GL 63, AMG ML 63 and the AMG GLA 45.

Continuing its growth momentum into 2015, Mercedes-Benz India announced its philosophy for the year 2015 as the year of ‘Live the Best’, which is based on its brand philosophy of ‘Best or Nothing’. The growth strategy is built on 5 key initiatives with an aim to provide nothing but the ‘BEST’ to its customers, through BEST products, BEST operations, BEST touch points, BEST customer experiences and BEST corporate citizenship. ‘Live The BEST' which is the new driving philosophy for Mercedes-Benz India in 2015, aims to also achieve the objectives of growing a profitable and sustainable business in India and to further extend its customer focused approach.

The company has launched nine products, including some of the most awaited cars like the CLA, the new C 220 CDI, the new B-Class, the new E-Class Cabriolet, the new CLS 250 CDI, the new S600 Guard, the S-Class Coupé, the Mercedes-AMG S 63 and the AMG G 63 ‘Crazy Colour’ Edition. Mercedes-Benz India also inaugurated new dealerships in Jamshedpur, Ghaziabad and Mangalore along with a new city showroom in Bangalore and a service outlet in Trivandrum. Mercedes-Benz inaugurated its highly exclusive AMG Performance Centre, in Hyderabad and Pune. There are five such high-end AMG Performance Centre in India, currently. Presently Mercedes-Benz India has 74 outlets across 39 Indian cities including 3 standalone Mercedes-Benz Certified outlets, making it the brand with the densest network presence in the luxury segment, in India.

Mercedes-Benz India registered a stellar 41% year-on-year growth by selling 6659 units in the Jan - June 2015 period. This sales growth also marks the brand’s highest ever Q2 volumes at 3093 units, up by 43%. Mercedes-Benz for the second consecutive year has emerged as the ‘most awarded luxury car brand’ in India. The brand has won as many as 34 prestigious automotive awards conferred by different media houses across India, the highest won by any luxury automotive brand in India. In the Economic Times’ Brand Equity ‘Most Exciting

Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953

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Brands’ survey 2015, Mercedes-Benz emerged on top of the ‘Automotive four wheeler’ category and remained the topmost auto brand in the survey that comprised 100 brands in India across categories.

For more details, please visit www.mercedes-benz.co.in

Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune- 410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953