With the new generation Mercedes SLK 55 AMG, the brand is introducing a new naturally aspirated V8, based on the full-fat biturbo version.

This diet AMG V8 features a range of fuel saving technologies, chief among which a sophisticated cylinder shut-off system by which cylinders two, three, five and eight are cut off under partial load.

Despite all the eco features, it still makes 415 hp and maximum torque of 398 lb-ft, which makes the car pretty sprightly with a o to 100 km/h sprint of 4.5 seconds. This video here explains the new engine’s technical specifications in more details: