The new BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR based on Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG: World debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2013

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Muscular fender flares front and back, high-tech forged wheels with a diameter of 23 inches, a striking front with large air inlets and a 5.5-liter Biturbo V8 engine producing 456.3 kW / 620 hp (611 bhp) of power: the BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR based on the new Mercedes GL 63 AMG celebrates its world debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show on the BRABUS stand.

The BRABUS WIDESTAR body conversion for the new GL-Class is characterized by the striking fender flares front and back that add eight centimeters (3.1 in.) to the width of the grand SUV.

The large air inlets of the BRABUS WIDESTAR front element give it an even more bullish appearance and optimize the supply of fresh air for radiators and front brakes. Its sophisticated shape reduces lift on the front axle at high speeds and thus optimizes directional stability.

From the rear, the wide-body version is even more striking thanks to the roof spoiler and the rear element made by BRABUS. The thrilling BRABUS appearance includes a diffuser integrated into the fascia and the precise-fit cutouts for the distinctive ceramics-coated tailpipes of the BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust system with butterfly valve.

All BRABUS bodywork components are manufactured in OEM quality from high-grade PUR plastics to ensure optimal fit and perfect paintability.

The BRABUS WIDESTAR wide-body version also creates space for extreme-sized tires. The large wheel wells of the GL-Class offer just enough space for 23-inch high-tech forged wheels. The BRABUS "Platinum Edition" 11Jx23 alloys are available in three popular designs: Monoblock E evo, F and R. State-of-the-art forging technology makes the "Platinum Edition" wheels particularly light despite offering outstanding strength and stress resistance. Compared with a conventional cast wheel of identical size, these alloys represent weight savings up to 15 percent. All BRABUS forged wheels can be identified immediately by the stainless-steel "Platinum Edition" emblem.

The suitable high-performance street tires in size 305/30 R 23 are supplied by BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

The new Mercedes GL-Class can alternatively be equipped with 21-inch forged Monoblock VI or F wheels, 22-inch Monoblock VI, E, Q and R cast wheels or BRABUS Monoblock G "PLATINUM EDITION" forged wheels.

The BRABUS control module for GL models with AIRMATIC air suspension is specifically calibrated to the sporty tire/wheel combination. It lowers the ride height of the vehicle by about 30 millimeters (1.2 inches).

To further enhance active safety, the SUV can be equipped with a BRABUS high-performance brake system. It consists of six-piston aluminum fixed calipers gripping vented and cross-drilled front discs measuring 405 x 34 millimeters (15.9 x 1.3 inches). The rear axle stops with discs measuring 380 x 34 mm (15.0 x 1.3 inches) and four-piston fixed calipers.

BRABUS offers the world’s most extensive engine tuning program for Mercedes-Benz automobiles, which obviously also benefits the new GL 63 AMG: the 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine receives an impressive power upgrade with the BRABUS B63 - 620 performance kit. This kit is already available for all other AMG 63 models powered by an eight-cylinder Biturbo engine.

The BRABUS B63 - 620 PowerXtra module is integrated into the engine electronics as a plug-and-play device. It features new mapping for injection and ignition and provides a moderate increase in boost pressure. Maximum power output jumps from standard 410 kW / 557 hp to 456.3 kW / 620 hp (549 bhp to 611 bhp) at a low 5,750 rpm. Simultaneously peak torque grows from 760 to 820 Nm (560 lb-ft to 604 lb-ft), steadily available on a plateau between 2,000 and 5,000 rpm. The high-tech lubricants for the entire powertrain are supplied by technology partner MOTUL.

The tuned SUV zooms to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.7 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph).

The BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust system lends the all-wheel-drive vehicle an appealing rear appearance. At the push of a button on the steering wheel it also produces an especially exhilarating V8 exhaust note. The integrated butterfly valve lets the driver choose between a particularly quiet “coming home” and a sport mode. The latter produces a full-blooded V8 sound.

Exclusive interior options are another BRABUS specialty: for the new Mercedes GL 63 AMG BRABUS offers stainless-steel scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo, exclusive BRABUS all-leather interiors crafted from a masterfully finished combination of the finest Mastik leather and Alcantara. The vehicle on display is a prime example for the precision craftsmanship applied by the BRABUS upholsterers: the interior design features a pattern of exact squares that all were sewn with utmost precision.

The BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR model on display at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show is furnished with especially exclusive yacht-design wood appointments, with feature countless miniature pieces dovetailed together like the deck of a ship.

The sporty character of the vehicle is rounded out by the speedometer with 320-km/h dial (200 mph) and aluminum components such as pedals, door pins and longer BRABUS aluminum shift paddles.

~ Official photos and details courtesy of BRABUS GmbH ~

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BRABUS refines the Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG: World debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2013

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456.3 kW / 620 hp (611 bhp) of power and a peak torque of 820 Nm (604 lb-ft) give it a top speed of up to 300 km/h (186 mph). The spectacular WIDESTAR wide-body version in conjunction with forged 23-inch wheels set it far apart from the masses: BRABUS refines the Mercedes ML 63 AMG!

There is no such thing as enough power and consequently the BRABUS engine specialists have developed performance tuning for the 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine of the latest ML 63 AMG: the B63-620 performance kit. The engine tuning kit is available in various versions for vehicles with or without AMG performance package. It is backed by the one-of-a-kind BRABUS tuning warranty of three years, up to 100,000 kilometers/62,000 miles (see BRABUS Warranty Terms and Conditions, updated November 2006). BRABUS recommends high-performance lubricants from technology partner MOTUL.

The tuning involves the integration of a plug-and-play BRABUS PowerXtra module into the engine electronics. This auxiliary control unit optimizes power yield as the result of a new mapping for injection and ignition as well as a moderate increase in boost pressure.

The perfect complement to the BRABUS engine tuning for the ML 63 AMG is a stainless-steel BRABUS sport exhaust system with butterfly valve. It gives drivers the option of switching between a discreet and quiet “coming home” mode and a decidedly throaty V8 exhaust note in “sport” mode at the push of a button. The BRABUS sport exhaust features two ceramics-coated design exhaust embellishers on either side for an even more striking rear appearance.

ML 63 models delivered ex-factory without performance package gain an extra 69 kW / 95 hp (93 bhp) with BRABUS B63-620 tuning; the performance version adds 45 kW / 63 hp (60 bhp). Both models produce a peak torque of 820 Nm (604 lb-ft), available between 2,000 and 5,000 rpm.

The BRABUS-tuned SUV accelerates from rest to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds. The BRABUS Vmax unit that is part of the performance kit can be programmed to allow an electronically limited top speed of 280 or 300 km/h (174 or 186 mph).

At these speeds aerodynamic properties are crucial. To account for this fact, the BRABUS designers have developed an additional spoiler for the production fascia. It is made from clear-coated carbon fiber and reduces lift on the front axle. A rear spoiler is available as its aerodynamic counterpart.

The front of the refined ML 63 AMG adds more appeal with striking attachments for the side air inlets. A centrally placed diffuser made from clear-coated carbon fiber adds even more sporty character to the rear.

The BRABUS WIDESTAR fender flares on the front and rear axle add six centimeters (2.5 inches) to the width of the top-of-the-line M-Class. These flares give the vehicle a more bullish stance that is rounded out with the attachment components for the sides of the front and rear fasciae. But that’s not all: The WIDESTAR fender flares also make room for extremely wide BRABUS king-size tires with diameters of up to 23 inches.

The largest possible tire/wheel combination for the BRABUS WIDESTAR version features size 10Jx22 wheels. Customers can choose from five wheel designs, Monoblock VI, E, G "Platinum Edition", Q and R. The most exclusive option is the BRABUS Monoblock G "Platinum Edition" forged wheel. Thanks to cutting-edge manufacturing technology it offers an unparalleled combination of lightweight design and maximum strength. The corresponding high-performance tires in size 295/30 ZR 22 are supplied by BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

A special BRABUS control module for the AIRMATIC air suspension of the ML 63 AMG lowers the ride height of the high-performance SUV. This not only gives the all-wheel-drive car an even more striking appearance, the lowered center of gravity also further improves handling.

BRABUS is one of the top addresses in the world for exclusive automotive interior design. The company upholstery shop uses the finest leather and Alcantara to craft custom-tailored interiors for the ML 63 AMG to suit each owner’s personal taste.

Wood and genuine carbon-fiber trim sets in any desired color and with a variety of surface finishes are available to round out the ensemble. A speedometer with 360-km/h dial (225 mph) is also part of the product lineup as are special BRABUS aluminum shift paddles for the steering wheel.

~ Official photos and details courtesy of BRABUS GmbH ~

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World debut at the 2012 Essen Motor Show: The new BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR based on the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG (W 463)

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BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR – That is the new exclusive power off-roader based on the latest Mercedes G 63 AMG. Powered by a 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine that produces 456.3 kW / 620 hp (611 bhp) of power, the all-wheel-drive car accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 5.1 seconds and reaches a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). Visually the power off-roader impresses with its striking WIDESTAR wide-body version and its 23-inch BRABUS “Platinum Edition” Monoblock E, F or R forged wheels. The BRABUS Dynamic Ride Control suspension offers a perfect symbiosis of outstanding ride comfort and dynamic handling. Exclusive interior options round out the product program for the latest evolution of the Mercedes G-Class.

BRABUS offers the world’s most extensive engine tuning program for Mercedes-Benz automobiles – all covered by the one-of-a-kind BRABUS tuning warranty of three years, up to 100,000 kilometers / 62,000 miles. For the new Mercedes G 63 AMG the BRABUS engine specialists developed the B63 - 620 performance kit, which is also available in custom versions for all other AMG 63 models powered by a Biturbo eight-cylinder engine.

At the heart of the conversion is the BRABUS B63 - 620 PowerXtra module, which is integrated into the engine electronics as a plug-and-play device. Moderately increasing boost pressure and recalibrating the mapping for ignition and injection results in a bump in power output from standard 400 kW / 544 hp (536 bhp) to 456.3 kW / 620 hp (611 bhp) at a low 5,750 rpm. Peak torque grows simultaneously from 760 to 820 Nm (560 to 604 lb-ft), available on a plateau between 2,000 and 5,000 rpm.

With BRABUS B63 - 620 tuning, which is available for the Mercedes G 63 AMG starting at 5,900 euros, the sprint time for 0-100 km/h (62 mph) is shortened to 5.1 seconds. The top speed is limited electronically to 210 or 230 km/h (130 or 143 mph). The high-tech lubricants for the entire powertrain come from technology partner MOTUL.

The ideal complement to the engine tuning for the G 63 AMG is a fully stainless-steel BRABUS sport exhaust system with butterfly valve. At the push of a button on the steering wheel the driver can choose between driving the V8 in the quiet “Coming Home” mode and enjoying a markedly sporty exhaust note in “Sport” mode. Two tailpipes on either side, exiting in front of the rear wheels and with either a standard or black chrome finish, also add some visual pizzazz.

BRABUS upgrades the multifunction steering wheel of the G-Class optionally with aluminum shift paddles that allow the driver to shift gears manually just like in Formula One racing.

The looks of the new BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR are far from ordinary as well. The BRABUS designers have styled a thrilling WIDESTAR wide-body version specifically for the facelift generation of the G-Class.

The powerfully shaped fender flares add twelve centimeters (five inches) to the width of the body and thanks to integrated vents they optimize the ventilation of the wheel wells. The strikingly styled BRABUS fender attachments, which continue on the front doors, lend the off-roader also a side view with high recognition value. The LED lights integrated into the front and rear WIDESTAR fenders illuminate the stainless-steel running boards when a door handle is pulled or the remote is operated. The cross-braces in the fenders light up at the same time.

The fender flares also create space for extremely large wheels and tires. BRABUS offers owners of the wide-body version, which is available for all latest five-door G-Class models, a wide range of custom-tailored tire/wheel combinations with diameters from 20 to 23 inches. The most exclusive option features 23-inch forged BRABUS wheels that represent a perfect symbiosis of lightweight design and enormous strength. In addition to the two popular designs Monoblock E evo “Platinum Edition” and Monoblock F “Platinum Edition,” the 11Jx23 wheels are now also available in the new BRABUS Monoblock R design, which documents its high-tech nature with an integrated “Platinum Edition” badge and nine double spokes arranged in two plains of which one is fully polished and the other painted a matt titanium color. The size 305/35 R 23 high-performance tires come from BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli or YOKOHAMA.

The BRABUS front spoiler attaches to the production fascia and characterizes the front of the off-roader, among other things, with its integrated LED lights. The BRABUS signets integrated on both sides light up when a door handle is pulled. An additional panel below the radiator grille too contributes to the widened G’s enhanced passing clout. There is also a special insert with integrated BRABUS logo for the front grille. The BRABUS components for the front are also available for all G 63 AMG models without WIDESTAR conversion.

The powerful design idiom of the BRABUS WIDESTAR wide-body version with stylized underride guard continues on the rear fascia. In addition to a central reflector, the WIDESTAR bumper has a fog lamp and a backup light embedded on each side. The Station Wagon model can be further upgraded with a BRABUS roof spoiler.

The BRABUS B63 - 620 WIDESTAR is equipped with the innovative BRABUS Ride Control suspension that offers a perfect symbiosis of outstanding ride comfort and safe, sporty handling. It is available for all G-Class models. The BRABUS high-tech suspension system, developed together with technology partner BILSTEIN, features two-way adjustable shock absorbers at all four corners.

The blue-backlit aluminum button sporting the BRABUS logo in the center console lets the driver manually choose between two setups: In comfort position the off-roader delivers exemplary ride comfort. At higher speeds and when driven in spirited fashion choosing the firmer sport setup provides more dynamic handling and even further increased safety reserves.

The BRABUS Ride Control suspension also features automatic damper adjustment. If the vehicle sensors detect that certain parameters such as speed, lateral acceleration and steering angle might lead to a critical handling situation during spirited driving, the system automatically switches to the firmer sport setup within milliseconds. The sportier damper setup further increases the directional stability of the all-wheel-drive car. In return, the CAN controller also recognizes when the driver reverts to a more moderate driving style. The system then switches the shock absorbers back to the comfort position.

The cockpit can likewise be customized and refined. The passengers are welcomed by stainless-steel scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo. Other appealing accessories such as high-quality velour floor mats and BRABUS aluminum pedals and door-lock pins are also available.

The BRABUS interior can be custom-tailored to each owner’s individual preferences with especially soft and breathable BRABUS Mastik leather or Alcantara in a multitude of colors. Customers have equally unlimited choices in the upholstery design and the wood inlays. Upon request the latter can be ordered in any desired color, even including an especially exclusive yachting-design finish.

~ Official photos and details courtesy of BRABUS GmbH ~

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