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New V8 gasoline engine by Mercedes-Benz

Neuer V8-Ottomotor von Mercedes-Benz

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The new V8 engine is the crowning achievement of the “New Generation of V-engines (NGV)” from Mercedes-Benz. It’s harmonious torque characteristics with high torque already at lower engine speeds guarantees best tractive power and ensures driving pleasure for sprints at higher engines speeds. Modular and vehicle-specific adjustments enable a customer-friendly acoustic design ranging from exceptional sportiness to optimal comfort. Quality, reliability, and economy are also ensured by the flexible coordinated production and widespread component sharing within the “New Generation of V-engines” between V6 and V8 engines

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  1. Lückert, P.; Waltner, A.; Rau, E.; Vent, G.; Wolf, H.-Ch.: Der neue V6-Ottomotor M 272 von Mercedes-Benz. In: MTZ 65 (2004), Nr. 6

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Lückert, P., Rau, E. & Waltner, A. New V8 gasoline engine by Mercedes-Benz. MTZ Worldw 66, 2–5 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03227804

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