Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG

The Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG was the top model of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class from 2004 to 2006, and at a new price of 134,750 euros it was the most expensive E-Class saloon. The Dutch Wikipedia article calls it the longest-running AMG model, since production began in 1996 with the E 50 AMG, and the E 55 AMG reached the market in 1997 with a 5,439 cc engine of 354 hp and 530 Nm. The version delivered from 2004 used a supercharged 5,439 cc V8 with three valves and two spark plugs per cylinder, rated at 476 hp and 700 Nm, the same block known from the G 55 AMG and S 55 AMG. A five-speed automatic took it to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, the top speed was limited to 250 km/h and average consumption was about 14.9 litres per 100 km. In mid-2006 the E 63 AMG with a naturally aspirated 6.2 litre V8 took its place.