Mercedes-Benz engines are renowned for their utilization of high-quality materials and innovative technologies, including 4-valve Dual Overhead Camshaft layouts (DOHC), Variable Valve Timing, Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator, and more. Beginning in the 19th century and continuing to the present day, Mercedes-Benz has led the way in producing engines that prioritize both performance and efficiency.
Learn more about the history of Mercedes-Benz engines in this guide from Fletcher Jones Imports. If you are ready to upgrade your Summerlin driving experience with a new Mercedes-Benz, visit us at 7300 W. Sahara Avenue in Las Vegas today.
1886: Carl Benz patents the first gasoline-powered engine for his three-wheeled Patent-Motorwagen
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 created to improve engine cooling significantly
1906: Mercedes-Benz develops battery-electric and hybrid propulsion systems
1910: The Benz Special Touring Car was the first to feature a multivalve engine, using four valves per cylinder
1919: Benz & Cie. patents a pre-chamber design for diesel engines
1921: The introduction of a supercharged engine featuring a compressor-driven system significantly increases 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, achieved a top speed of 268.9 mph, a record that stood 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 stops offering passenger cars with diesel engines to the U.S. market
2017: The first Mercedes-Benz engines featuring a Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator are introduced
The vehicles in the Mercedes-Benz inventory at Fletcher Jones Imports are designed to deliver strong performance with improved fuel efficiency, enhancing any drive around Spring Valley and Centennial Hills. From turbocharged 4-cylinder engines to handcrafted, high-powered Mercedes-AMG® V8 engines, Mercedes-Benz offers engines that will suit the needs of every driver. Here’s a quick rundown of the engines available in the 2025 Mercedes-Benz lineup:
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Mercedes-Benz engine offerings are continually evolving, so you should contact the team at Fletcher Jones Imports to learn more about the engine options available for the specific Mercedes-Benz vehicle you are interested in.
The vans in the at Fletcher Jones Imports are the only Mercedes-Benz vehicles available in the U.S. that are equipped with a diesel engine. For the 2025 model year, Sprinter vans in the U.S. offer two turbodiesel engine options:
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)
Has the check engine light in your Mercedes-Benz come on while you were driving around North Las Vegas? It could indicate a minor issue, such as a loose or faulty fuel cap, or it could be a more serious problem involving the vehicle’s engine or emissions system. It’s easy for you to check if the fuel cap is secured correctly; however, if that doesn’t reset the check engine light, you should schedule an appointment with Fletcher Jones Imports as soon as possible.
The certified technicians in our state-of-the-art service center will swiftly diagnose the issue and implement the necessary repairs, ensuring your safe return to Pahrump roads.
If you have questions or concerns about your Mercedes-Benz check engine light, please don’t hesitate to contact our service team online or call us at (702) 364-2701.
