The Mercedes-Benz F1 W04 marked the beginning of the marque's modern championship dominance in Formula 1.
Development focused on maximizing the new 1.6-liter hybrid turbocharged power unit regulations while optimizing aerodynamic efficiency for the challenging 2013 season.
The W04 debuted at the Australian Grand Prix in March 2013, immediately establishing itself as a competitive contender with innovative hybrid power management strategies.
Production concluded at the end of the 2013 Formula 1 season, replaced by the evolutionary F1-W05 for the 2014 campaign.
Production timeline
- 2013Introduction and championship campaign
- 2013Production ends
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