This past weekend, Ray Catena of Union welcomed the 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4Matic to the showroom floor! Our customers and employees couldn’t be more excited for the new ML350 – people are lining up to buy this new Mercedes-Benz! If you’re interested in purchasing a new ML350, visit us at our NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership in Union. Call us today or click here to schedule a test drive, but in the meantime, read all about the new ML350 here. We’ve got news and photos courtesy of Motor Trend.

So you’ve got your eyes on the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4Matic…now you just have to decide; standard or BlueTec? Hopefully we can shed a little light on the subject to help you make the best decision!

The BlueTec version of the new ML350 comes with a turbocharged, direct-injected 3.0 liter diesel V-6 engine that puts out 240 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque. When you consider your needs and how much cargo (people and/or things) you generally haul, this option may be for you if you’re usually toting a larger load.

The gas-powered version of the new ML350 boasts a V-6 that puts out 302 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque with 6500 and 3500 rpm. This version accelerates a bit faster, so if speed is what you seek, the standard ML350 could be what you’re looking for.

Overall, either option will suit the needs of most drivers, considering the interior and exterior designs are relatively the same in both models. The 2012 ML350 is rated highly for its 4Matic all-wheel-drive. Combining comfort, style, class and excellent handling, the new 2012 ML350 has already proven to be very popular among even our most discriminating customers. Come to this NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership for a test drive today!

With the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show in full swing, we’ve got a ton of Mercedes-Benz news to deliver! New Mercedes-Benz models for 2012 are being introduced, as well as several concepts. One of the most recent debuts at the auto show featured the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series. This highly anticipated Mercedes-Benz vehicle boasts a ton of style and other new features that are sure to improve performance. Read on for the full details and some photos of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series!

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The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series was finally unveiled at Europe’s greatest motor show and we can present you the very first live photos from Frankfurt.

Being one of the attractions of the event, the new model has a wilder styling, more power, less weight, stiffer suspension and no rear seats, so it’s no compromise. The C63 AMG Coupe Black Series template also calls for a two-door, fixed roof bodyshell, even if the base car is only offered with a folding hardtop roof.

The 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG Coupe Black Series keeps the naturally aspirated 6.2-litre V8 from C63, but power swells from the standard car’s 451bhp – or 480bhp if you spec the Performance Pack – to 510bhp. That brings it tantalizingly close to the E63, the C63’s big brother.

The shift mapping with the AMG Speedshift MCT sport auto seven-speed has been modified, meaning gear changes in Sport+ and Manual modes take just one tenth of a second. Also the steering rate has been tightened up versus than the stock C-Class AMG cars.

The interior features competition seats with leather and special Dinamica fabric feel swell on our backside and all the glitzy sport touches in there smack our awareness of all this just in case we didn’t get it already.

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We’ve got the scoop on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class!  The 2013 S-Class was caught testing in Germany by photographers.

The new Mercedes S-Class is expected to be slightly larger in length than the current model based off of these spy shots that reveal a longer hood and wheelbase.  Additionally the new S-Class lineup will include several fuel efficient engines, along with a new plug-in hybrid.  According to Motor Authority:  “The new S550 should come with a 429 horsepower twin-turbo V-8, while the S600 should pick up a new iteration of the automaker’s twin-turbo V-12 with around 510 horsepower on tap. The AMG model will get a twin-turbo 5.5-liter V-8 with around 550 horsepower.”

Stay tuned for more information about the future Mercedes-Benz S-Class model.  For now browse new or used Mercedes at NJ Mercedes dealer, Ray Catena Motor Car in Edison.

Source: Motor Authority

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class is getting older, but the new designs just keep getting bolder! The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has been on sale since 1998 and each year, the designs for the ever-popular M-Class continue to please Mercedes-Benz lovers everywhere. The employees at this NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership are super excited for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class; with a new, striking design and awesome new features, you can’t go wrong with the all-new M-Class!

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The third-generation Mercedes-Benz M-Class — the car that created the luxury sports ute market — hits the streets, ready for the new realities of today’s automobile marketplace.

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has been on sale for 14 years, the first generation from 1998 to 2005, and the second generation from 2005 to 2011. The third generation is all new, with a bolder design that begins with the three-pointed star in the center of the grille — the face of Mercedes-Benz. There are chrome front skid plates, clearly not designed for climbing mountains and fording streams, but to provide attractive protection. Not many buyers will want to scratch these.

From the side, you immediately notice the chrome roof rails and how big the wheel wells are. They’re filled with either 19-inch or 20-inch wheels. Mercedes says the shape of the c-pillar is a standard for the M-Class and has been reasonably consistent through the generations.

Although it’s on the same wheelbase, the car is an inch longer, 1/2 inch wider and 3/4 inches lower. While this improves the car’s aerodynamic slipperiness, it also makes it better looking.

The cabin’s quietness matches the comfortable feel, look and touch inside. You see plenty of high-quality materials — wood, leather, and a bright 7-inch navigation/control screen. Interestingly, the base interior features artificial leather, but few could tell it wasn’t real until the passage of time caused it to show more wear than most real leathers. The seats it covers are well-designed, infinitely variable and controlled now by the iconic Mercedes door-mounted controls.

If you’re a fan of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class or any other Mercedes-Benz models, stop by one of our NJ Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Edison and Union NJ to check out the latest and greatest Mercedes-Benz vehicles in stock!

The employees in our NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership love selling cars, but when they’re not busy with customers, they’re reading the latest news on new Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The highly anticipated 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 4MATIC is expected to arrive sometime this Fall and we couldn’t be more excited. Until then, be sure to stop by our Mercedes-Benz dealership in Union, NJ to check out more M-Class models, as well as other new and used Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Source: MotorTrend

Mercedes would have you believe it practically invented the modern luxury SUV segment back in 1998 with the first-generation M-Class. That may be debatable, but the M-Class is an undisputed major sales success for the brand, selling 1.1 million units worldwide over the past 13 years. For the 2012 model year, the M-Class enters its third generation, and while revisions may appear subtle, they are aimed at keeping this luxo-ute at the top of its game.

Helping to do just that are two new V-6 engines. The base engine is Mercedes’ 3.5-liter direct-injection V-6, which produces 302 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque — improvements of 13 and 6 percent over previous figures. Fuel economy is rated at 17/22 city/highway mpg, also stronger figures than the outgoing model. An extra $1500 will net buyers Mercedes’ slick new turbocharged 3.0-liter BlueTEC diesel mill, producing 240 horsepower and a substantial 455 lb-ft of torque. That’s money well-spent. While Mercedes claims acceleration figures are similar for the two engines (and towing capacity is identical at 7200 pounds for each), the diesel is the superior fuel-sipper, boasting an EPA rating of 20/25 mpg city/highway and a theoretical range of more than 600 miles per tank (a smaller, European-market, four-cylinder diesel option is said to be capable of roughly 900 miles per tank). At launch, all 2012 M-Class models feature 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive, though a future front-wheel drive V-6 version will be released in late 2012.

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Things are really heating up here in New Jersey. The employees at this NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership are looking for ways to stay cool. It might even be too hot to drive the SLK350 Convertible! Until this heat wave passes, the best thing to do is stay indoors in an air conditioned building. Head down to Ray Catena Motor Car in Edison to beat the heat! Now’s the perfect time to take a walk around the dealership and check out our selection of new and used Mercedes-Benz models and our AMG Performance Center. We’ve got the A/C blasting, so there’s no better place to cool off!

In recent Mercedes-Benz news, the full specifications for the 2012 B-Class have finally been released and we’ve got all the details for you, courtesy of Benzinsider. Available in diesel and petrol engines, the 2012 B-Class sports new and improved interior and exterior design. The B180 engine is equipped with a 1.6L gasoline unit with 200Nm of torque and 122hp. The B200 has a 2.0L unit which powers it to 156HP and 250Nm of torque.

The 2012 B-Class will make its debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show early this fall and will hit the market in November. Until then, stay tuned to our blog and our social media for all the latest Mercedes-Benz news and information! Enjoy these pictures of the new 2012 B-Class!

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Mercedes-Benz is hardly tossing their SUV development aside and the writers at Autoblog are taking notice. Their recent review of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 SUV even goes so far as to say that the ML350 proves “there’s still life left in the SUV game.”  As you can see from the pictures and video below, Mercedes-Benz hasn’t sacrificed design for improvement in fuel economy and safety in any way. The ML350 can tackle the toughest scenarios with comfort and efficiency in a way only a Mercedes can, and we here at Ray Catena of Union can’t wait to get behind the wheel. Stop by our local NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership to see our M-Class models in stock.

Source: Autoblog

The ML350 has been redesigned both inside and out for the 2012 edition. Daytime LED running lights help other drivers see you during the day, and the optional bi-xenon headlights can improve visibility by as much as 90 percent at night. Large storage space and roof racks make sure you can meet any challenge with the ML350. The interior has been redesigned and implements more user friendly controls. The ML350 is expected to get 25 MPG highway and 20 MPG city, more than a 10% increase over last year’s model. Overall, the ML350 will represent a shift in the way we think about SUVs amidst rising fuel costs when it goes on sale later this year. The ML350 is truly a Mercedes-Benz, exhibiting style, comfort, and efficiency in a way no other can.

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The 4th of July is right around the corner and summer is in full swing here in New Jersey. While others are cruising to the beach or relaxing by the pool, the employees at this NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership are selling cars and bringing you up-to-date Mercedes-Benz news! While you’re enjoying the summer sun, take a look at these spy shots of the 2014 BLS-Class! Mercedes-Benz is developing a whole group of compact cars, all of which will hit the U.S. market at some point. Stay tuned to our blog, website and social media for all the latest updates!

Source: Motor Authority

Expected to launch toward the end of 2013, an early version of the new Mercedes-Benz BLS-Class was recently spied testing. This new sedan is expected to be called  the BLS because of its striking resemblance to its older sibling, the Mercedes-Benz CLS. Like the CLS, the BLS is expected to be a 4-door coupe-style Mercedes-Benz.

Aside from the BLS, the new B-Class family is set to include a van-style model, much like a model that is currently being sold in England. Rumor has it that this B-Class family will also include a “BLK” compact crossover, perhaps similar in concept to the current GLK-Class.

According to the pictures below, the new BLS-Class boasts a new front-wheel drive system which is supposedly codenamed, “MFA (Mercedes Frontwheel Architecture).” As per usual, we’re suspecting all-wheel drive will also be an option for this new Mercedes-Benz. We can also expect to see a high-performance AMG version of the BLS as well.

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That’s right! If you didn’t already realize it, the Popes (past and present) have been big Mercedes-Benz fans. Rumor has it that Pope Benedict XVI will be getting a new plug-in hybrid Mercedes-Benz M-Class. The popemobile has been based off of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, as well as the G-Class in the past, and it looks like this time around, His Holiness is ready to go green! But will he? Read on for more details, courtesy of The New York Times.

Never mind the fact that Mercedes-Benz spokesman, Dan Barile declined to comment about the Pope’s recent special order; if history repeats itself, we’re sure the popemobile will be a Mercedes-Benz! But will it be an M-Class hybrid? Reports are saying that the vehicle’s powertrain will be similar to the Mercedes-Benz Vision S500 plug-in hybrid concept that was on display at the 2009 Frankfurt auto show. That means the new popemobile would be packin’ a 10-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, 60-horsepower electric motor and a V-6 gasoline engine to boot.

Ever since the 1981 assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II, Popes have had to travel in more secure vehicles. The current popemobile features a tall, bullet-proof glass cabin. The Pope enters at ground level and is then raised by hydraulic lift into the secure cabin.

We here at Ray Catena of Union sure hope the Pope’s next ride is, in fact, a Mercedes-Benz M-Class hybrid. If you’re interested in riding in style like the Pope (well, sort of), visit our NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership and test drive a Mercedes-Benz M-Class today!

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Keeping with the tradition of pioneering sleek hardtop convertible models, Mercedes-Benz has introduced the newest SLK Roadster, the SLK350. Check out the unique features that the SLK350 has to help the car propel to the top of its field. The premier Mercedes-Benz dealer of NJ, Ray Catena of Union has every model for your personal style to help you own the road. Read more about the new SLK350 in this article from Forbes.

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Mercedes-Benz, the pioneers of the automatic hardtop convertible, have rolled out their latest model, the SLK350. Included in the new model is a “Magic Sky Control roof” which tints the top of the roof to reduce the amount of light entering the car. But that’s not all that’s been improved with the SLK350’s roof; it also retracts completely in only 20 seconds.

Another addition is the optional Plexiglas wind deflectors mounted onto each roll bar to help control buffeting. The seats also come with the ability to blow warm air down your neck from above, a feature which was never previously included in other SLK350 models. The new engine that the 2012 SLK350 sports is a 3.5-liter, direct-injection V6 engine that gets 302 horsepower and 273 lb.-ft. of torque. Its 0 to 60 mph time is 5.4 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph.

In terms of fuel efficiency, it is projected that the 7-speed automatic Mercedes-Benz SLK350 will get 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The new 2012 SLK350 is a sleek, sporty ride that is sure to demand the attention of the road.

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