Mercedes-Benz Offers Two Hybrid Models for 2011
Have you heard? Mercedes-Benz will be offering two hybrid models for 2011—the S400 Hybrid luxury sedan and the ML450 Hybrid SUV.
“Characterized as a “mild hybrid,” the S400 HYBRID (335 total hp, 381 lb.-ft. of torque) comes with the world’s first lithium-ion battery designed specifically for automotive use. The light-weight, high-capacity lithium-ion battery powers a 20-horsepower electric motor, which works with a 275-hp V6 gasoline engine to provide impressive fuel economy.
On the SUV side of the Mercedes-Benz family, the ML450 HYBRID comes with two electric motors and a 275-hp V6 gasoline engine that work together to provide impressive hybrid power with fuel economy estimated at 21 miles per gallon around town and 24 mpg on the highway.”
If you check out eMercedesBenz they have an article with more details about both of these Mercedes-Benz hybrid models for 2011!
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