Engine 1,796-cc intercooled supercharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4 with dual balance shafts. High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block, alloy heads.

Net power 189 hp @ 5,800 rpm

Net torque 192 lb-ft @ 3,500 - 4,000 rpm

Compression ratio 8.7:1

Fuel requirement Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane.

Fuel and ignition system SIM 4 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and ignition with individual cylinder control of fuel spray and spark timing. Electronic throttle.

Intake system Variable intake and exhaust valve timing. Intercooled supercharger.

Manual transmission Fully synchronized 6-speed with clutch-starter interlock.

Automatic transmission Optional driver-adaptive electronic 5-speed. Touch Shift allows driver to manually downshift and allow upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right from the Drive position. Driver-selectable winter mode starts vehicle moving in 2nd gear or a second Reverse gear, to help improve takeoff on slippery surfaces. Display in instrument cluster indicates selected gear range.


* MSRP includes $665 transportation and handling charge and excludes all taxes, title/documentary fees, registration, tags, Mercedes-Benz Dealer prep, labor and installation charges, insurance, optional equipment and accessories, certificate of compliance or non-compliance fees, and finance charges. Actual prices may vary by Dealer.