| The Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG claims to
set a new standard in the sporty off-roader segment. The new top-of-the–range
model in the M-Class goes straight to the top of the competitive lineup
with its 375 kW/510 hp AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine. This new off-roader developed
by Mercedes-AMG stands for sportiness and dynamism at the highest level,
while its exclusive appointments meet even the most demanding requirements.
The ML 63 AMG celebrates its world premiere at the 61st International
Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, and will be launched during the second
quarter of 2006.
The new Mercedes-Benz
ML 63 AMG, Striking appearance with AMG styling and flared
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The powerful heart of a high-performance athlete beats beneath the bonnet
of the ML 63 AMG: as a completely new and autonomous development by Mercedes-AMG,
the AMG 6.3-litre V8-engine generates an output of 375 kW/510 hp at 6800
rpm and a maximum torque of 630 Newton metres at 5200 rpm; this makes
the new AMG powerpack the world’s most powerful naturally aspirated
eight-cylinder engine in regular production.
This unique combination of a high engine speed concept and a large displacement
enables the best of both worlds to be achieved: outstanding liveliness
accompanied by powerful torque from low engine speeds. The driver of the
ML 63 AMG experiences the decidedly sporty character of the new AMG V8-engine
in the form of great agility and dynamic responsiveness in all engine
speed ranges.
No other off-roader in the direct competitive line up has a larger displacement
and output than the new ML 63 AMG. The AMG 6.3-litre V8-engine provides
the performance levels of a sports car, with acceleration from zero to
100 km/h in just 5.0 seconds and a maximum speed of 250 km/h (electronically
limited). Compared to the preceding ML 55 AMG with 255 kW/347 hp and 510
Newton metres, the new ML 63 AMG generates 46 percent more output and
23 percent more torque.
Power transfer in the top M-Class model is via an AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC
automatic transmission with a DIRECT SELECT shift lever mounted by the
steering wheel. Three shift modes specially configured for the sporty
performance characteristics of the AMG V8-engine ensure that the power
is used to best effect.
These shift modes - "S" (Sport), "C" (Comfort) and
"M" (Manual) – are selected using a switch in the centre
console and differ in their gearshift characteristics and speed.
As in a Formula 1 racing car, the seven gears can be changed using the
gearshift buttons on the AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel. The permanent
four-wheel drive of the ML 63 AMG is also decidedly sporty in nature:
in the interests of the best possible agility and performance on bends,
the generous power of the AMG V8-engine is distributed to the front and
rear axles on a 40:60 basis. A specially strengthened drive train ensures
an optimal power transfer and the reliability typical of a Mercedes.
The new Mercedes-Benz
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The AMG sports suspension based on AIRMATIC ensures high cornering speeds,
precise directional stability and low levels of body roll while providing
excellent long-distance comfort. The air suspension features AMG-specific
damper struts and the specially configured adaptive damping system ADS.
A level control system automatically lowers the suspension at higher speeds.
Road contact is via high-sheen 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels in a 5-spoke
design. Fitted with 295/45 R 19 wide-base tyres all-round, this wheel/tyre
combination not only impresses with its muscular appearance, but also
ensures that the sporty performance is translated to the road. High-sheen
20-inch AMG light-alloy wheels in a five-spoke design with 295/40 R 20
wide-base tyres are available as an option. The shortest possible braking
distances are guaranteed by the generously dimensioned AMG high-performance
braking system behind the AMG light-alloy wheels, which features internally
ventilated and indented brake discs all-round.
Wide, muscular, with a broad stance and poised to leap forward –
the visual appearance of the new ML 63 AMG immediately confirms its special
position in the range. The athletic design of this powerful off-roader
is characterised by its striking AMG styling with a front and rear apron,
an AMG-specific radiator grille, flared wings, stainless steel running
boards with rubber studs and tinted rear lights. Both visually and acoustically,
the AMG sports exhaust system with two chrome-plated twin tail-pipes emphasises
the power and dynamism of the top-of-the-range model in the M-Class.
Dynamically designed interior with exclusive standard appointments
Sportiness is also the order of the day in the interior of the ML 63 AMG.
The exclusive interior features include AMG sports seats with nappa leather
upholstery, alcantara inserts in the shoulder areas, a multicontour function
and heating, the AMG ergonomic leather sports steering wheel with gearshift
buttons, AMG door sills and stainless steel sports pedals with rubber
studs. The AMG instrument cluster is equally dynamic with its AMG-specific
lettering, red needles and 320 km/h speedometer scale.
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The ML 63 AMG also meets the highest requirements in terms of safety:
standard safety features include the preventive occupant protection system
PRE-SAFE, crash-responsive NECK-PRO head restraints in the first seat
row, adaptive, two-stage airbags for the driver and front passenger, front
sidebags, windowbags and belt tensioners and belt force limiters for all
the seats. After its world premiere at the International Automobile Show
(IAA) in Frankfurt/Main, the ML 63 AMG will be officially launched during
the second quarter of 2006.
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