Docwagon1776
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So, don't get me wrong, 671HP is a *lot* of HP....but so what? At some point on a street driven vehicle more power isn't really a better experience, a more fun experience, a more engaging experience, etc. Looks like Mercedes buyers agree.
Mercedes-AMG is transitioning away from the four-cylinder plug-in hybrid powertrain and back towards the inline-six and V-8 powertrains more traditionally associated with the brand. That isn't to say that AMG had a change of heart concerning the merits of the four-cylinder powertrain, but rather that the automaker is responding to customer criticisms. "Technically, the four-cylinder is one of the most advanced drivetrains available in a production car. It’s also right up there on performance. But despite this, it failed to resonate with our traditional customers. We’ve recognized that,"
(more at link)
