The previously Japan exclusive Mercedes Benz-themed DLC will be coming to the West on August 27th. The release date was announced in an official Nintendo statement regarding the game’s next big update.
“An Aug. 27 game update to Mario Kart 8 for the Wii U console will deliver a variety of new features for players, including the ability in-game to download three free Mercedes-Benz cars that players can race: the modern Mercedes-Benz GLA, the 300 SL Roadster from the 1950s and the legendary Silver Arrow of the 1930s.”
The game’s update will also fix a few annoyances including online stability, players will be granted more options while viewing Mario Kart TV replays, and the leaderboards between races will offer more information. The August 27th update will be a free download to all Mario Kart 8 players.