Mercedes-Benz India has kick-started the year 2023 with the launch of the AMG E 53 Cabriolet. The all-new Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet has been introduced in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 1.30 crore, ex-showroom. According to the German carmaker, this launch underlines Mercedes-Benz India’s motto for 2023: ‘Desire for the Extraordinaire’.
Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet: Engine and gearbox
The Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet is powered by a 3.0-litre, in-line six-cylinder engine with exhaust gas turbocharger and an electric auxiliary compressor. This motor churns out 429 bhp at 6,100 RPM and 520 Nm of torque between 1800-5800 RPM. It gets an additional 21.4 bhp and 250 Nm with EQ Boost. Transmission duties are handled by a 9-speed AT and it gets 4Matic+ AWD system.
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Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet: Design and features
In terms of design, the Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet looks drop-dead gorgeous with its drop-top silhouette and a two-door layout. At the front, it gets an AMG ‘Panamericana grille’ flanked by all-LED headlamps. This performance car gets sporty bumpers and quad-exhausts at the rear. The AMG E 53 Cabriolet is loaded with features up to the brim and gets a twin screen set-up, Burmester premium sound system, etc.
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Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet: Price and rivals
The all-new Mercedes-AMG E 53 Cabriolet has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 1.30 crore, ex-showroom. It will be imported as a CBU (completely built unit) and sold in limited numbers. The AMG E 53 Cabriolet doesn’t have any direct rivals in the Indian market.
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