Mercedes Returns to Straight Sixes for Future ModelsFor decades, Mercedes-Benz, like its rival BMW, made inline-six engines that were models of refinement and durability. While BMW has stuck with that layout consistently, Mercedes transitioned from I-6 to V-6 in 1997 and for the last 18 years, has stuck with that configuration in its passenger cars. However, according to a report from Britain’s Car magazine, Mercedes could be going back to its traditional straight-six engine configurations.

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