Mercedes ML 63 AMG

With the Mercedes ML 63 AMG sets a new benchmark in the sports off-roader. With the 375 kW / 510 hp AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine is the new top model of the M-Class to the top in his competitive environment.

The Mercedes-AMG newly developed offroaders represents dynamism at the highest level, its exclusive equipment satisfies even the most demanding expectations. World Premiere celebrates the new model at the IAA in Frankfurt, the launch will begin in the second quarter of 2006.

Under the bonnet of the Mercedes ML 63 AMG, the heart of a powerful rated sportsman: The newly developed and 100 percent independent AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine implements an output of 375 kW / 510 hp at 6800 rpm and a maximum torque of 630 Newton metres at 5200/min. This is the new AMG power package of the currently strongest standard eight-cylinder naturally aspirated worldwide.

The combination of high-speed and large-capacity approach combines the better of two worlds: Rotary inspiring joy and vigorous drive at low speeds. From zero to 100 km / h, the AMG model accelerates in only 5.0 seconds, the maximum speed is 250 km / h (electronically limited).

Compared with the previous model ML 55 AMG with 255 kW / 347 hp and 510 Newton metres, the new Mercedes ML 63 AMG, a performance increase of 46 percent and 23 percent more torque.

The power transfer in the top M-Class model assumes an AMG SPEED-SHIFT 7G-Tronic automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT selector. Three specially designed for the sporty performance unfolding of the AMG V8 engine. By switch in the center console selected programme the "S" (sports), "C" (Comfort) and "M" (Manual).

Sporty is also designed the permanent all-wheel drive of the Mercedes ML 63 AMG: in the best sense agility and cornering dynamics, the power of the rich AMG V8 engine in the 40:60 ratio on the front and rear axles. A stronger drive train ensures an optimal power transfer.

High cornering speeds, precise low side slope, while long-haul comfort enables Mercedes ML 63 AMG sports suspension based on AIRMATIC. The air suspension features Mercedes ML 63 AMG-specific struts and the specially tuned adaptive damping system ADS. A level of regulation lowers the body at higher speeds automatically. The contact with the road, 19-inch Mercedes ML 63 AMG light alloy wheels in a 5-spoke design.

The powerful design of the powerful off-roaders is characterized by the distinctive Mercedes ML 63 AMG styling with a front and rear apron, the Mercedes ML 63 AMG-specific radiator grille, wheel arch and darkened rear lights. The Mercedes ML 63 AMG sports exhaust system with two chrome-plated twin tailpipes underlines the strength and dynamism of the M-class, top model both visually and acoustically.

Sportsmanship dominated in the interior. For exclusive interior includes Mercedes ML 63 AMG sport seats, Alcantara inserts in the shoulder area, multi-contour function and seat heating, the Mercedes ML 63 AMG ergonomic leather sports steering wheel with buttons, Mercedes ML 63 AMG entry bars and stainless steel sports pedals with rubber pimples. Dynamic presents itself, the Mercedes ML 63 AMG instrument combined with separate letters, red pointers and 320 km / h speedometer scale.

Even in terms of security meets the highest requirements: For standard equipment includes forward-occupant protection system PRE-SAFE ®, the crash headrests NECK-PRO in the first row of seats, adaptive, two-stage airbags for the driver and front passenger, front side bags, window bags and belt retractors.