It’s been only two months since the brand-new E-Class made its official debut at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show, and Mercedes-Benz is already rolling out the first performance version of its midsize sedan. It’s called the AMG E43 and it will slot under the upcoming and highly anticipated AMG E63.
Set to make its global debut at the 2016 New York Auto Show, the souped-up sedan is the third new Mercedes-Benz to sport the "43" badge, joining the AMG C43 Coupe (also available as a convertible) and the smaller AMG SLC 43. Much like its stablemates, the AMG E43 sports a turbocharged V-6 engine instead of the traditional V-8 and bridges the gap between the range-topping model of the standard lineup and the bonkers AMG E63.
While it might not be as hot as the upcoming E63, the E43 enables Mercedes access to a new niche and provides the perfect tool against the already popular S6. What’s more, it gives AMG enthusiasts a more affordable proposition to the high-priced E63, as well as a more fuel efficient performance sedan. But does it have what it takes to compete against the Audi S6 and BMW 550i? Find out in our review below.
Continue reading to learn more about the 2017 Mercedes-AMG E43.
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