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After the introduction of Beijing Mercedes-Benz AMG A35L, the first domestic Mercedes-Benz AMG A35L, another domestic AMG is coming. It has been revealed that the AMG GLB 35 model has been tested in China. The new car is equipped with a 2.0T engine to match the four-wheel drive system and is introduced by Beijing Mercedes-Benz.

Beijing Mercedes-Benz's domestic AMG models are based on the existing production line models to upgrade and build. By strengthening the model and replacing the engine with stronger performance, it has the symbol of Mercedes-Benz performance car AMG.

At present, the GLB models produced and sold by Beijing Mercedes-Benz are based on the MFA front-drive platform, with a 1.3T four-cylinder engine with a maximum output of 136hp and 163hp, and a maximum torque of 200Nm and 250Nm, matching a seven-speed double-clutch gearbox. The new car also offers five-seat and seven-seat layouts for consumers to choose from, with an official price of 29.28-354800 yuan.

An overseas version of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 35 has been released. As a performance version, the front face of the AMG GLB 35 is more aggressive, with an AMG family-style straight waterfall grille and a larger Mercedes-Benz LOGO. The side shape is similar to the ordinary version of the car, with AMG-style 19-inch rims, while the rear guard is more sporty.

In terms of interior decoration, the interior design of AMG GLB 35 is basically similar to the new A-class and B-class models. The integrated shape of LCD instrument and central control screen belongs to the typical design of Mercedes-Benz, but the interior is made of carbon fiber and red embellishment is integrated into the center console and door panels to enhance its sense of movement. The AMG GLB 35 retains the design of seven seats, and the second row of seats supports a 40:60 ratio.

In the power part, the AMG GLB 35 is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 306hp and a peak torque of 400Nm. The transmission system matches the 8-speed double clutch gearbox and the 4MATIC four-wheel drive system, and the 0-100km/h acceleration time of the new car is 5.2 seconds. At the same time, the new car also offers five driving modes including slippery, comfortable, sports, sports + and custom, and the AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with adjustable damping is also available on the new car.

It is estimated that the price of Beijing Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 35 is about 45-500000 yuan.

AMG is the symbol of Mercedes-Benz high-performance car. Since Beijing Mercedes-Benz introduced domestic AMG A 35L model, it has been questioned by outside consumers. The new car does not have the unique soul of the traditional AMG, but is more like a strong "money-making" tool for manufacturers. The domestic introduction of AMG GLB 35 also further enriches the product line of Beijing Mercedes-Benz AMG.

For consumers who buy domestic AMG models, they are believed to be fans of Mercedes-Benz, and believe in the assembly and production quality of Beijing Mercedes-Benz, so as to own an AMG vehicle at a lower price.

Statistics show that Mercedes-Benz delivered about 346000 new cars in China in the first half of 2020, almost the same as the same period last year. Thanks to the gradual recovery of the domestic market, Mercedes-Benz achieved 21.6% year-on-year growth in China in the second quarter, making up for the decline in sales in the first quarter.

Even though sales in China recover quickly, Daimler, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz, is losing money. Daimler reported a net loss of 1.906 billion euros (15.65 billion yuan) in the second quarter. In the second quarter of this year, Daimler sold 541800 passenger and commercial vehicles worldwide, down 34 per cent from 821700 in the same period last year.

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