New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
- The second generation GL-Class joins the Mercedes lineup for the 2013 model year. The 2013 model wears modestly updated styling and matches nearly every dimension of the outgoing model. The GL retains the same three model designations, but power increases for all three powertrains. The GL350 BlueTEC equips a 3.0l diesel V6 rated at 240-bhp (+30). The GL450 and GL550 both equip a 4.7l V8 engine rated at 362-bhp (+27) in the GL450 and 429-bhp (+47) in the GL550. All-wheel-drive and a seven speed automatic are standard on all three models.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
- Mercedes iconic roadster enters its sixth generation for the 2013 model year. The new SL-Class retains the same overall look as the previous model but adds about 3 in of length and about 2.5 in. of width. The SL550 equips a smaller but more powerful 4.7l V8 engine. The SL63 AMG model follows suit with a smaller, but more powerful V8 under the hood.
Updated Models
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
- The 2013 G-Class has a new instrument panel, and center console. Exterior modifications are more subtle with new 20" wheels, and LED daytime running lamps. The G63 AMG model is powered by a 544-bhp V8 engine. Power on the G550 model increases to 382-bhp.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
- Mercedes updated the GLK-Class for 2013. Exterior updates include a new front fascia, grille, headlights and rear bumper. The interior has a new dashboard and the shifter has been moved to the column from the center console. The output of the 3.5l V6 has been increased to 302-bhp and a new four-cylinder diesel engine joins the lineup in the GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC model.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe
- The C-Class includes an updated telematics system for 2013. Power increases by 20 horsepower on the 3.0l V6 powered C300 models. Start/Stop functionality is added to C300 and C350 models. The C-Class coupe adds an all-wheel-drive C350 4MATIC model.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan
- The C-Class includes an updated telematics system for 2013. Power increases by 20 horsepower on the 3.0l V6 powered C300 models. Start/Stop functionality is added to C300 and C350 models.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet
- The E-Class coupe and cabriolet add heated front seats and an updated telematics system as standard equipment.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe
- The E-Class coupe and cabriolet add heated front seats and an updated telematics system as standard equipment.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan
- Mercedes adds a gas/electric hybrid model for 2013. The E400 Hybrid pairs a V6 engine with an electric motor for additional power and fuel economy. An updated telematics system becomes standard equipment.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon
- An updated telematics system becomes standard equipment.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz F-Cell
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
- The M-Class adds a rear-wheel-drive ML350 model. An updated telematics system becomes standard equipment.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- Standard equipment changes on S350 BlueTEC 4MATIC, S400 HYBRID & S550 models.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK-class
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Coupe
- The SLS AMG is updated with more power (+20-bhp), a re-calibrated transmission and an updated suspension. The model is renamed SLS AMG GT.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Roadster
- The SLS AMG is updated with more power (+20-bhp), a re-calibrated transmission and an updated suspension. The model is renamed SLS AMG GT.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Discontinued
- 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class