Merc’s new Electric E – The Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid
The Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ signals a bold evolution in AMG’s performance lineage, bringing electrification to the iconic E-Class in a manner that balances power, efficiency, and luxury. This all-new model merges AMG’s motorsport-driven DNA with future-focused hybrid technology, delivering a state-of-the-art sedan that captures the essence of performance electrification. Electrified Performance That Thrills […]
Wowser – 2026 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance Review
Hybrid Family SUV Meets Tyre-Frying Performance You don’t often hear the words “family-friendly” and “high-performance hybrid SUV” in the same breath—but Mercedes-AMG clearly didn’t get that memo. With the new GLC 63 S E Performance, they’ve managed to cram blistering performance into a sophisticated, spacious plug-in hybrid that can handle the school run just as […]
A Luxurious Leap – 2024 Mercedes E-Class review
SUV’s may very well be the thing right now, but thankfully, prestigious car-brand Mercedes-Benz haven’t forgotten the sedan. Meet the all-new Mercedes E-Class E300, a journey of elegance, performance, and cutting-edge technology – the embodiment of innovation and luxury in the realm of executive transportation. With a rich heritage dating back to the post-war 170V, […]
See or be seen – Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 SUV and Coupe review
Sometimes, being indecisive is a good thing. For example, when the offer of a new Mercedes-AMG GLC to review came with an SUV or Coupe option, my huge pause as I lamented over style vs practicality, form over function… meant that their Media Relations & Brand Engagement person stopped waiting and gave me BOTH. To […]
EQE Glee – Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 SUV review
The EQE is the executive model nameplate of the Mercedes-Benz, rapidly expanding all-electric EQ range. I recently reviewed the Sedan style of the EQE, however, arguably rather confusingly, there’s also an SUV EQE too, so you can be damned sure I wanted to test that out as well. To add to my glee, not only […]
Triple Threat: A Track Day with Mercedes NZ
We spent an afternoon on track with Mercedes-Benz, experiencing their new Driving Events programme!
Less is so much more – Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC review
Call me old-fashioned, but it wasn’t that long ago that a 2L engine produced 70 kW of power and 148 Nm of torque, well not only does the latest 2L C43 Mercedes-AMG boast over four times that power, but with 310 kW and 500 Nm, the output rivals its very own twin-turbo V6 – oh […]
3 in 1 Merc – Mercedes-Benz C350e PHEV review
Having already reviewed (and been impressed with) the all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan, to hear that they had extended the range (literally) with the addition of a PHEV model, I was naturally keen to take that for a spin too – Mercedes-Benz NZ were happy to oblige. For those that haven’t ventured inside the new C-Class, […]
Mercedes Releases Range of Roof Boxes
Mercedes-Benz already offers owners a range of luxury goods to match their lifestyle and now they have added a few more! Two new roof boxes have been unveiled that not only add a touch of style but also double up as extra storage space. Available in either 430 or 590 litres, the roof boxes easily […]
Class Act – 2022 Mercedes C 300 Review
I find the older I get, the more appreciation I have for a leisurely and more relaxed way of driving. Sure, getting out onto a twisty road with some million-horsepower asphalt devourer will still get the adrenaline going, but the appeal having just enough power to soak up the miles in quiet and refinement grows […]