The M279 is a twin-turbocharged V12 engine produced by Mercedes-Benz. It was launched in 2012 with the R231 SL65 AMG.[1]
| Mercedes-Benz M279 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | 2012 – |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | 60° V12 |
| Displacement | 6.0 L (5,980 cc) |
| Cylinder bore | 82.6 mm (3.25 in) |
| Piston stroke | 93 mm (3.66 in) |
| Block material | Aluminium alloy |
| Head material | Aluminium alloy |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 3 valves x cyl. with VVT |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Combustion | |
| Supercharger | BorgWarner's eBooster® (2021) |
| Turbocharger | Twin-turbo |
| Fuel system | Port injection |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Cooling system | Water cooled |
| Output | |
| Power output | 390–463 kW (530–630 PS; 523–621 hp) |
| Torque output | 830–1,000 N⋅m (612–738 lb⋅ft) |
| Dimensions | |
| Dry weight | 246 kg (542 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz M275 engine |
The M279 is based on the previous generation M275 engine, but has been extensively revised.[2] It now features port injection, larger turbochargers, changes to the valvetrain timing, and a new exhaust system for improved efficiency and emissions.[3] The M279 also uses single overhead camshafts with 3 valves per cylinder, and has an identical bore and stroke compared to before.[4]
| Engine | Power | Torque | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| M279 E60 LA | 390 kW (530 PS; 523 hp) @ 4,900–5,300 rpm |
830 N⋅m (612 lb⋅ft) @ 1,900–4,000 rpm |
2014–2019 |
| 450 kW (612 PS; 603 hp) @ 4,300–5,600 rpm |
1,000 N⋅m (738 lb⋅ft) @ 2,300–4,300 rpm |
2012– | |
| 463 kW (630 PS; 621 hp) @ 4,800–5,400 rpm |
1,000 N⋅m (738 lb⋅ft) @ 2,300–4,300 rpm | ||
| 450 kW (612 PS; 603 hp) @ 4,300–5,600 rpm |
900 N⋅m (664 lb⋅ft) @ 2,300–4,300 rpm |
2021– |