From developing the first vehicle with an internal combustion engine to creating powerful and efficient hybrid electric systems, innovation has been a defining feature of Mercedes-Benz engines. In this overview from Mercedes-Benz of Henderson, we’ll take a look at the history of Mercedes-Benz engines and highlight some of the engines available on the latest models in our new Mercedes-Benz inventory. If you are ready to upgrade your Enterprise driving experience with an exciting new Mercedes-Benz, schedule a test drive at our dealership in Henderson today.
Review the following timeline that outlines the history and development of Mercedes-Benz engines:
1886: Carl Benz patents a gasoline-powered engine for his three-wheeled Patent-Motorwagen, which is widely recognized as the first automobile driven by an internal combustion engine
1886: Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach independently developed a four-stroke engine and installed it in a motorized carriage, creating the first four-wheeled automobile
1897: Carl Benz introduced the world's first two-cylinder boxer engine
1901: The honeycomb radiator is designed to enhance engine cooling significantly
1906: Mercedes-Benz develops battery-electric and hybrid propulsion systems
1910: The Benz Special Touring Car was the first to have a multivalve engine, with four valves per cylinder
1919: Benz & Cie. patents a pre-chamber design for diesel engines
1921: The introduction of a supercharged engine with a compressor-driven system greatly boosts power by pressurizing the fuel-air mixture
1928: The Mercedes-Benz 18/80 PS Nürburg 460 (W 08) debuts with an advanced straight-eight engine
1934: The Type 130 (W 23) was the first series-produced Mercedes-Benz passenger car with a rear-mounted engine
1936: The Mercedes-Benz 260 D (W 138) becomes the world's first series-produced diesel passenger car
1938: The Mercedes-Benz W 125, equipped with a V12 engine and mechanical forced induction, reached a top speed of 268.9 mph, a record that lasted for nearly 80 years
1993: A collaborative partnership between Mercedes-Benz and AMG® leads to the first jointly developed vehicle, the Mercedes-Benz C 36 AMG®
1984: Mercedes-Benz offers three-way catalytic converters, significantly reducing pollutant emissions
1989: Mercedes-Benz introduces its first internally designed production engine with a Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) cylinder head
2006: NANOSLIDE® Cylinder Wall Technology debuts in the 6.3L AMG® V8 engine
2007: Mercedes-Benz implements Variable Valve Timing on a wide scale with the introduction of its new family of all-aluminum V8 engines
2017: Mercedes-Benz announces that the company will no longer sell passenger cars with diesel engines in the U.S. market
2017: The first Mercedes-Benz engines featuring a Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator are introduced
The Mercedes-Benz engine offerings encompass turbocharged 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder configurations, as well as plug-in hybrid powertrains and meticulously handcrafted, high-performance Mercedes-AMG® V8 engines. Undoubtedly, you will identify an engine that optimally aligns with your lifestyle and driving requirements in Green Valley or Boulder City. Below you’ll find the engine options for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz lineup:
Available with models such as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Mercedes-Benz GLC, and Mercedes-Benz GLE
Available with models such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Mercedes-Benz GLS
Available with models such as the Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC® sedan, Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC® Sedan, Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC® SUV
Available with the high-performance models in our Mercedes-AMG® inventory, such as the Mercedes-AMG® SL Roadster
Available with the Sprinter vans for sale at Mercedes-Benz of Henderson
Available with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e and other models in our Mercedes-Benz Plug-In Hybrid inventory
Sprinter vans are the only diesel-powered Mercedes-Benz vehicles available in the U.S. Delivering robust performance capabilities on Las Vegas roads with enhanced efficiency, these turbodiesel engines are responsive and durable. The turbodiesel engine of the 2025 Sprinter Vans comes in Standard and High Output versions. Here are the specifications for each:
Displacement: 1950 cc
Horsepower/Torque: 170 hp/295 lb-ft
Injection: Common rail direct injection (CDI)
Displacement: 1950 cc
Horsepower/Torque: 211 hp/332 lb-ft
Injection: Common rail direct injection (CDI)
Whenever the check engine light in your Mercedes-Benz comes on, you should schedule service with Mercedes-Benz of Henderson as soon as possible. While it might be something minor, like a loose or faulty fuel cap, more serious issues with the engine or emissions system could also be involved. You can rely on the certified Mercedes-Benz technicians at our state-of-the-art service center to quickly diagnose and fix the issue, getting you safely back on the roads in and around Valley Automall. Do you have questions or concerns about your Mercedes-Benz check engine light? If so, please don’t hesitate to contact our service center online or at (702) 485-3150. Meanwhile, be sure to browse our current service and parts specials to take advantage of our latest offers.
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