Mercedes G63 and G65 AMG 2012 – official photos and specifications

Mercedes has announced the official features of the new sporty versions of the historic G-Class off-road, namely G63 and G65 AMG 2012. Basically, these two versions are made from the Mercedes G-Class 2012, recently updated version of the German off-road, which we have already discussed extensively in recent days. The three letters, AMG, leave little to the imagination: this code is devoted only to the sportiest cars in the price of the house of the three-pointed star. At the time the pictures were released only the Mercedes G63 AMG, but the G65 is not very different from the design of quieter version, so to speak. But we not only find more power than the old G-Class AMG: there are also less consumption, achieved by a series of targeted measures. In fact, for the first time in its 33 year history of the G-Class models made their appearance on AMG innovative systems such as direct injection gasoline driven jet, the ECO start / stop and operation of the alternator.

Data Sheet

The Mercedes G63 AMG features a 5.5 liter twin turbo V8 engine that delivers a maximum power of 544 horses at 5500 revs / min and a torque of 760 Nm between 2000 and 5000 rev / min. Despite the bulk of the medium, its performance is very interesting: the acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in just 5.4 seconds while top speed is electronically limited to 210 km / h for a safety issue. Just to make a comparison with the old G55 AMG KOMPRESSOR (ie the previous high-performance model), the new G63 AMG boasts 37 more hp and 60 Nm more torque. However, performance has a price: the average reported for the Mercedes G63 AMG is 13.8 liters per 100 km (equal to 7.2 km / l), while emissions of carbon dioxide settle on 322 g / km. What then are not even taking into account many of the type of car we’re talking about: just to once again an example with the previous G55 AMG, the reduction in consumption is 2.1 liters per 100 km, equivalent to a saving of 13%.

Part of that is undoubtedly the excellent automatic transmission 7G-TRONIC seven-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS, and the rest of the management of the alternator and the ECO start / stop. The transmission has three driving modes (Controlled Efficiency, Sport and Manual) and a function ‘automatic shotgun’ in the transition to a lower gear. Depending on the selected mode the car is completely different soul, from a comfortable off-road vehicle that does everything possible to reduce consumption to a very bad thought for almost half the track and able to give strong emotions to the fans of the genre. And precisely to the latter, the Mercedes emphasizes that even in terms of sound on the 5.5 V8 will satisfy the very ear, despite advances in the efficient (it is Euro 5) that the melody comes from the two dual tailpipes positioned upstream of the rear wheels on each side are not affected.

The mechanical

Obviously, to cope with such a power calibration of spring / damper buoyancy AMG sports has been adapted in order to be able to ensure a precise guidance and in line with the sportiness of which boasts. To improve the response to vibration but also the acoustic comfort of the Mercedes engineers have adopted a series of measures NVH (Noise Vibration Harshness, measuring the degree of comfort of a vehicle based on the parameters of noise, vibration and harshness): the system supports an improved automatic transmission, transfer case and torque of the engine to reduce vibration and noise. Continuing, the circles and the brakes are completely new: the G63 AMG is equipped as standard with the inevitable unpublished alloy wheels in 5 twin-spoke AMG logo, gray titanium with diamond-cut finish combined with tires 275/50 R 20.On request also available with alloy wheels blacks opaque edge of the ever-effect diamond. The new AMG high-performance brake system can count on brake discs front and rear ventilated and perforated with a diameter of 375 millimeters and 330 millimeters behind the front. The front brakes are then six-piston fixed calipers and rear calipers with a piston.

Specific aesthetic

Obviously all this abundance mechanics can not be accompanied by an aesthetic worth. Aesthetically it fits around the AMG bodystyling complete: for a start in the front we find the new gloss black radiator grille with four chrome accents. The completely new front bumper also has three large air intakes that ensure proper cooling. Obviously the AMG versions receive updates makeover: we find the new bi-xenon headlights with new LED daytime running lights. The side stands out as usual for typical flared fenders, steel platforms and protective side moldings with inserts made from stainless. Copletano all logos ‘V8 BITURBO’ on the front wings and the AMG nameplate on the tailgate.

Even within the setting is very different from traditional Mercedes G-Class 2012: Boasting, however, the restyling of the dashboard renovated, more modern and pleasing than the old finish and detail also shows dedicated. Stands on the center console screen sistama infotainment, while you also notice the AMG-specific instrument with color TFT screen. The door sill entry guards are equipped with illuminated AMG logos on all doors and automatic transmission shifter E-SELECT is based on that of the SLS AMG supercar. The seats and door panels are upholstered in designo leather and wanting to ask you some nice carbon inserts.

The Mercedes G65 AMG

Up to now we have spoken only of the G63 AMG, but the real top of the range car is the new and exclusive Mercedes G65 AMG think it is the most powerful SUVs in the world. The engine in this case is a big V12 6.0-liter, double charged, capable of a power of 612 horses between 4300 and 5600 r / min and a maximum torque of 1000 Nm between 2300 and 4300 rpm / min. The performance is even more extreme, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.3 seconds and a top speed of 230 km / h (electronically limited always).

The AMG 6.0 liter V12 biturbo engine is very advanced and is distinguished by two exhaust gas turbochargers with bigger spiral section, channels the waste-gate optimized fluid dynamics, multiple power ‘Multi Spark Ignition’ (MSI) with twelve double ignition coilsand an engine management system more efficient. As the G63 AMG takes care of transmitting the torque to all four wheels automatic transmission 7G-TRONIC PLUS AMG SPEEDSHIFT.

Aesthetically, the G65 AMG is distinguished by his sister with a V8 engine for the chrome grille, alloy wheels, AMG 5-spoke design specific (always with tires 275/50 R 20) and the lettering ‘V12 BITURBO’ on the mudguards. Inside are leather and designo Exclusive leather dashboard: on the seats, then there is also an unusual diamond pattern and the AMG logo printed on the headrests.

Both AMG models are available only in the long version and the launch is scheduled for June 2012. Prices of new Mercedes G63 and G65 AMG 2012 are 141,076 and 269,880 euros respectively.

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