Affalterbach
premier of world’s most powerful 7-seater SUV crowns GL 63 AMG as the new
heavy-weight champion of the ro
Dubai, UAE – A new heavy-weight champion of the road was crowned in August when
the
GL 63 AMG made its world premiere in Moscow. Emerging from the Mercedes-Benz
Affalterbach performance division as the globe’s most powerful SUV, the GL 63
AMG blasts from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds, hitting a top speed of 250
km/h (electronically limited). And in
true Mercedes-AMG fashion, world leading performance is realised whilst combining
compelling technologies with pure ride comfort, and striking, unmistakeable design
with an extensive range of standard equipment.
Floating like a supersonic butterfly and stinging like a sledgehammer, the
heavy hitter’s effortless superiority comes courtesy of the AMG 5.5-litre V8
biturbo engine, harnessing the power of 557 stampeding stallions with a maximum
torque of 760 Nm. The AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with ACTIVE CURVE
SYSTEM roll stabilisation provides high-level driving dynamics and comfort synonomous
with the three pointed star.
“With the new GL 63 AMG, our all-wheel drive lineup is now complete. In
addition to the ML 63 AMG all-rounder and the recently unveiled, iconic G 63
AMG and G 65 AMG models, the GL 63 AMG places particular emphasis on dynamism
and style. Combining the first-rate comfort of the S-Class with the performance
of an AMG sports saloon, the GL 63 AMG is unique in its segment,” says Frank
Bernthaler, Director, Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars, Middle East
& Levant.
For AMG, the Mercedes-Benz performance brand, the Middle East market is
very important. With its growth potential, it is a major element in the
ambitious future strategy entitled "AMG Performance 50", leading up
to the 50th anniversary of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
Frank Bernthaler, said: “2012
is the year of the AMG and SUV for us. With the launch of the new ML 63 AMG, G
63 AMG, and upcoming GL 63 AMG, we are having a fantastic year to date. July
sales for AMG rose 178% over the same month last year, with five times more
people buying the newly launched 0-100km/h in 4.7sec ML 63 AMG. The relentless
success of the G 55 AMG, G 63 AMG and G 65 AMG grew sales 65% month on month.
When it arrives next year, the GL 63 AMG will become the powerhouse of our Mercedes-AMG
SUV stable.”
The new GL 63 AMG: Luxury
and refinement, striking design, maximum safety and dynamism
The perfect base for characteristic AMG performance and a superior
driving experience comes in the form of the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine. A
look at the technical data provides some powerful arguments. Peak output of 557
hp and maximum torque of 760 Nm results in first-class performance while NEDC
fuel consumption comes in at 12.3 litres per 100 kilometres.
The AMG M 157 eight-cylinder engine features an innovative, high-tech
power package including spray-guided direct petrol injection, piezo injectors,
biturbo charging, air/water intercooling, all-aluminium crankcase, a
four-valve-per-cylinder design with variable camshaft adjustment, plus
alternator management and the ECO start/stop system.
Power is transmitted to all four permanently driven wheels by the AMG
SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC. Featuring three modes and an automatic
double-declutching function for downshifting, this seven-speed automatic
transmission offers a fascinatingly broad scope of variability. In
"Controlled Efficiency" (C) mode the ECO start/stop function is
active, shutting down the eight-cylinder engine as soon as the vehicle comes to
a standstill. "C" also stands for a gentle accelerator and
transmission characteristic with early gear changes; start-up generally takes place
in second gear here.
In the Sport (S) and Manual (M) driving programmes the ECO start/stop
function is inactive and the engine-transmission combination displays far
greater agility with more spontaneous responses. A brief and exactly defined
retardation of ignition and injection during upshifting at full load
additionally provides for shorter shift times and an acoustic experience.
Enhanced driving
dynamics
Mercedes-AMG deploys a specially designed transfer case for the 4MATIC
permanent all-wheel drive, which distributes the drive power to the front and
rear axle at a ratio of 40:60 in the interests of dynamic handling. As if that
were not enough, the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with AIRMATIC package –
consisting of air suspension, special damper struts, automatic level control
and Adaptive Damping System (ADS) – is combined with the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM
for active roll stabilisation. This system, which comes as standard and is
specific to AMG, employs active anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles to
reduce the body's roll angle during cornering. Apart from enhanced agility and
driving pleasure, the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM has the additional effect of
increasing handling stability and therefore safety, particularly at higher
speeds.
Roll stabilisation, damping and suspension adapt automatically to the
prevailing driving situation, offering both optimum ride comfort and maximum
stability. The GL 63 AMG driver is able to choose at the push of a button
between the three suspension modes "Comfort", "Sport" and
"Sport plus". The fully load-bearing air suspension system is
speed-sensitive, lowering the body at higher speeds in order to minimise drag
while increasing driving stability.
The AMG-specific elastokinematics at the front axle and the more robustly
designed rear axle stabiliser bar are responsible for improved steering
precision. The enhanced drive train delivers the best possible power
transmission and hallmark Mercedes reliability. The 4ETS electronic traction
control system which features as standard provides for optimised grip when
friction coefficients vary.
AMG speed-sensitive
sports steering, AMG high-performance braking system
Electromechanical AMG speed-sensitive sports
steering features variable power assistance which responds in accordance with
the chosen suspension mode. It also helps to save fuel, as the steering assist
function only requires energy when the driver actually moves the steering
wheel. The AMG high-performance braking system provides for the shortest
possible braking distances and high fade resistance with ventilated and
perforated brake discs all-round in size 390 x 36 millimetres (front) and 345 x
26 millimetres (rear).
Performance-oriented
design with masculine features
Striking, masculine, unmistakeable: these attributes describe the design
of the GL 63 AMG. Mercedes-AMG has enhanced the main stylistic features of the
new GL – powerful dynamism and sporty elegance – using specific elements that
emphasise the top V8 model's exceptional performance. The typically upright GL
radiator grille with its central Mercedes star is adorned with high-gloss slats
painted in black. AMG styling elements include the front apron with its large
openings that ensure an effective air flow for the cooling modules. The bottom
air intake takes the form of a typical AMG stylised "A" with a gap
under the fine black fin through which air can flow optimally to the cooling
modules – the perfect blend of design and high-tech. The trim insert in matt
silver chrome installed under it creates a sense of width and coordinates
optimally with the borders of the LED daytime running lamps in the side air
openings.
The AMG front apron elegantly merges into the
exclusive wheel-arch flaring. In order to accommodate the large 53.3 cm
(21-inch) AMG light-alloy wheels with the wide-base 295 tyres, the flaring
widens the vehicle by 22 millimetres on each side. From the side, observers
will notice the V8 BITURBO logos on the wings and illuminated running boards
with an aluminium finish. The rear wheel-arch flaring blends into the AMG rear
apron which is again adorned with a striking trim insert in matt silver chrome
and the suggestion of black air openings. Creating both a visual and acoustic
highlight are the two chrome-plated, exposed twin tailpipes of the AMG sports
exhaust system.
Exclusivity and dynamism
dominate in the interior
Great attention to detail, excellent ergonomics and a generous amount of
space available – exclusivity and dynamism also dominate in the interior of the
GL 63 AMG. All seven seats in the high-performance SUV are covered in
high-quality leather, as is the centre armrest. Electrically adjustable AMG
sports seats feature double topstitching in a contrasting colour and AMG badges
on the front seat backrests and outer rear seat backrests. The dashboard,
armrests and door panelling come in ARTICO man-made leather with double
topstitching. As part of the optional designo Exclusive package, these
components can be covered in high-quality designo leather.
The AMG Performance 4-spoke steering wheel with
perforated leather in the grip area, flattened bottom section on the steering
wheel rim and aluminium shift paddles ensures optimal vehicle control. Four
round instruments on the AMG instrument cluster provide the driver with information.
The central colour TFT monitor incorporates the AMG welcome logo and AMG main
menu.
The Middle East market launch of the new Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG is
scheduled for Q1 2013.
The key data at a
glance:
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GL 63 AMG
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Displacement
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5461 cc
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Bore x stroke
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98.0 x 90.5 mm
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Compression ratio
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10.0:1
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Output
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410 kW (557
hp) at 5250-5750 rpm
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Max. torque
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760 Nm at 2000-5000 rpm
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Engine weight (dry)
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204 kg
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Fuel consumption, NEDC
combined
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12.3 l/100 km
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CO2 emissions
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288 g/km
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Acceleration 0-100 km/h
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4.9 s
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Top
speed
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250 km/h*
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*
electronically limited.
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