Mercedes-Benz Previews Its Brightest Stars at Motorexpo New York City

MONTVALE, NJ--Sept. 14, 2011: Mercedes-Benz debuts the brand's brightest stars, five all-new 2012 models, at Motorexpo at the World Financial Center in New York City from Sunday, September 18 to Friday, September 23, 2011. �The event is the biggest free motoring event with over a million visitors each year, and features the latest products and information from the world's leading automotive manufactures. �

This year, Mercedes-Benz celebrates the invention of the automobile and the 125 year anniversary of Carl Benz patent submission and development of the Benz Patent Motorwagen. �With the backdrop of the World Financial Center, Mercedes-Benz honors its anniversary and debuts a line-up of its latest innovations including five all-new 2012 models. �

Leading the display, is the 2012 SLS AMG Roadster, a super car convertible and sibling to the SLS AMG Coupe known for its iconic Gullwing doors. �The 563 horsepower droptop developed from the ground up by Mercedes-AMG, the company's high-performance division, is available in showrooms late fall and has already grabbed the attention of many high profile car aficionados.

In addition to the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster, four other all-new 2012 Mercedes-Benz vehicles are on display at Motorexpo including:

SLK350 an all new roadster design that takes top down driving to new heights. It features a MAGIC Sky Control Roof that allows the adjustment of its transparent roof from light to dark at the touch of a button, available in June at $55,675 MSRP.
C-Class Coupe an entirely new concept, the two-door coupe features unique compact proportions, a low silhouette and athletic lines, and is packed with innovation including a comprehensive level of driver support and protection including a number of driver assistance systems, ranging from ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection to optional LANE KEEPING Assist. �
A new C-Class Sedan features new direct-injection 4- and 6-cylinder engines, more fuel-efficient 7-speed automatic transmission, and a completely redesigned interior.
M-Class SUV, well-appointed, truly capable and exceptionally safe the new model features sharp creases and an aggressive, upright grille. �Inside is a spacious and wholly redesigned cabin, featuring exquisite materials and a host of standard features. The M-Class re-sets the standard against which every luxury SUV will be measured-both inside and out. Available this month at $49,865 MSRP.

The Mercedes-Benz display will also include the CLS550 4MATIC, E350 Cabriolet, GL450 and an S550 4MATIC.