The acronym AMG comes from Upright, Melcher And Großaspachthe last names of its two founders (Hans-Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher) and the hometown of the first (Großaspach). It emerged as an independent workshop dedicated to preparing engines for competition and over time was formally integrated into the group as a performance department.
Over time, the company developed into one of the leading companies most important sports departments in the world And to confirm this position, the “AMG Experience” takes place all over the world.
For the occasion, Prestige Auto, Mercedes-Benz representative in Argentina, organized a meeting at the Roberto José Mouras Autodrome in the city of La Plata to test it Luxury brand sports line.
Before rolling onto the asphalt for the start of the event, the Pilots Diego Azar and Otto Fritzlerwho will debut in road tourism in 2026 as official representatives of the Prestige Auto Racing Team, were responsible for the launch.
In front of a layout diagram They explained to LA NACION the numbering of each corner and reviewed basic driving concepts: Anticipation, braking points marked with cones and optimal approach routes for every curve. The presentation allowed participants to prepare for the rhythm of the track before coming into contact with the vehicles.
The first layer was dedicated AMG C 43 4MATICa model equipped with a 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine that develops 421 hp at 6,750 rpm and 500 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpmwith the support of an electric turbo that comes from the group’s innovations in Formula 1. Its MHEV technology, together with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G transmission, ensures immediate response. has one Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds.
The model demonstrated solid performance on the circuit, supported by the AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive and the AMG Ride Control adaptive suspension. The rear-axle steering contributed to a feeling of agility not expected from a sedan of this size. The C43 behaved like an ideal route recognition vehicle: predictable, balanced and precise in every corner.
He The second vehicle on the track was the AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupéwhich shares the mechanical configuration of the sedan but interprets it in SUV format. As expected for height and mass reasons, the model doesn’t exhibit the same behavior when braking and supporting, but that doesn’t mean it felt unstable.
The behavior demonstrated the work of the highest engineering skill to reduce the typical sluggishness of the segment, especially when compared to known vehicles in this segment. The over 400 horsepower and the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds were noticeable on the straights..
These first two rounds The vehicles mentioned allowed guests to familiarize themselves with the race track and explore the vehicles’ reactions under conditions of intensive use, to then move on to the final third lap that would mark his personal time.
The The experience culminated in the AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ CoupéHe 449 hp model from 5800 rpm to 6100, Thanks to you 3.0 liter inline six-cylinder engine and MHEV technology. to reach Reach 100 km/h from a standstill in 4.2 seconds.
Be The AMG Dynamic Plus package includes Race mode and Drift modethanks to you 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive (which is in contrast to the traditional It is completely variablemeaning it can send 100% of the torque to the rear axle or distribute it to where it’s needed in real time. The complete AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission A set designed to squeeze every meter of the track.
During the test Each of the participants was accompanied by Diego Azar, who indicated braking points, ideal lines and precise acceleration moments.in the search for each driver in order to explore the potential of the vehicle under professional guidance.
On the return journey in the AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé, the most anticipated part of the day, the experience took on a completely different dimension. Before you go, Azar discussed precise instructions: the importance of trusting the vehicle’s braking performance, keeping your hands on the steering wheel in the “9:15” position and avoiding stiffness in the arms so as not to lose sensitivity in the supports.. He also emphasized that braking on the racetrack does not follow the progressive logic that we normally have on the road: here you brake hard and decisively, and then the pressure is released to accelerate hard again.
The driving position was immediately found on board thanks to the various electronic settings. The cabin conveyed a comprehensive sense of technology: a command-dominated cockpit, a multifunction steering wheel and a vertical screen that could change even the most subtle driving parameters. The characteristic red belts rounded off the sporty atmosphere before taking to the track.
The lap started with full acceleration from the pit exit to the first straight. Despite the nearly 450 horsepower and the initial impact, the cabin’s perception was surprisingly controlledcomparable to that of a normal vehicle at standard speeds.
The Duality – rapid speed on the outside and serenity on the inside – sets the tone for the entire experience.. The CLE 53 combined adrenaline and safety in equal measure: while the dashboard had the values typical of an extreme sports car and the curves were reminiscent of the natural risks of the racetrack, the chassis conveyed stability without leaving any room for uncertainty.
Azar made specific corrections during the tour: he relaxed his body even more so that the vehicle could better communicate its reactions, adjusted the times between maximum braking and reopening the accelerator pedal, and encouraged himself to move the braking point by a few meters, always within the safe margin, which offers an experience even for non-professionals.
Those seconds – and those meters – make the difference between a standard lap and that of a professional. At the end of the day, each participant received a sheet with the layout comparing their performance on each meter with that of Otto Fritzler.
The conclusion came with a rush of adrenaline and a brief silence necessary to process the intensity of the journey. The general opinion among the participants was divided: the CLE 53 offered a convincing example of what a modern sports car can do on the race track and immediately left an irresistible desire to get back on it and try to do it even better.
In addition to activity tracking, The AMG Flying Clinic was also part of the eventA Service clinic under the direction of Frank BallwegGerman engineer with more than 30 years of experience in the company, the last 18 years specializing in the sports sector. Ballweg travels to different countries, advises selected customers and delves into the advanced configurations of each model.
In this demonstration, the specialist explained the driving modes of the AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé and showed how it is possible to adjust fine vehicle parameters – from throttle response to suspension stiffness to exhaust system management – to tailor behavior to each rider’s style and commitment.
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