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Price |
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Production |
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Engine |
5.5
liter V8 & 6 liter V12 |
Weight |
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Aspiration |
twin
turbochargers |
Torque |
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HP |
571
hp & 630 hp |
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HP/Liter |
103.8 & 105 hp per liter |
1/4 mile |
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0-62 mph |
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(from Daimler press
release) AMG has made a number of additional detailed
enhancements to the AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine for the new
model year. The engine experts at AMG achieved the increase in
output from 450 kW (612 hp) to 463 kW (630 hp) thanks to new exhaust
gas turbochargers. The inlet diameter of the compressor housing and
also the exhaust gas ducts have been enlarged, and the resulting
increase in air throughput, together with the new engine
electronics, has resulted in an increase of 13 kW (18 hp). The
maximum charge-air pressure is 1.5 bars.
Despite the increase in
output, it has still been possible to reduce fuel consumption and
exhaust emissions: the NEDC-combined fuel consumption of both models
is now 14.3 litres per 100 kilometres, which equates to a reduction
of 0.2 litre per 100 km. CO2 emissions are 334 grams per kilometre
(previous model 346 g/km).
The reduction in fuel
consumption is achieved thanks to the new engine electronics and
generator management: the kinetic energy generated during each drive
phase of the engine and also when braking is used to charge the
battery, and not just left to generate heat as would otherwise be
the case. In all other operating areas, management of both the
on-board electrical system and generator enables the generator to be
maintained at a low voltage level.
New piston rings, a
modified oil pump and use of a superior coating on the catalytic
converters also contribute towards reducing raw exhaust emissions as
part of the package of measures. As a result, the S 65 AMG and CL 65
AMG immediately fulfil the current EU5 emissions standard as well as
all of the requirements of the US market (LEV II standard, on-board
diagnostics II and lambda sensor diagnostics).
Since its debut in 2003,
the AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine has ranked as one of the most
powerful series production engines ever built. The exciting sound
emitted by the two chrome twin tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust
system changes according to the driving style and situation: the
repertoire ranges from a smooth, refined tone, through to the
sonorous AMG-typical twelve-cylinder sound, all of which adds to the
intensity of what is a high-performance driving experience.
Know-how from the world of
motorsport also with the AMG biturbo V12 engine
One of the
characteristic features of the biturbo engine is the sophisticated
air/water intercooler. It guarantees high power and torque output
under all operating conditions, regardless of the outside
temperature. Traditionally all engines are built by hand at
Mercedes-AMG in Affalterbach according to the philosophy "one man,
one engine" – this is also true of the V12 engine.
In line with the
exceptional 1000 Nm of torque, the saloon and coupé come with a
reinforced powertrain. Power transfer is handled by the AMG
SPEEDSHIFT five-speed automatic transmission, which has three
different drive modes.
Torque Vectoring Brake, crosswind
stabilisation and the Direct-Steer system
As is the case with the
V8 models, the twelve-cylinder variants also come with the AMG
sports suspension based on Active Body Control (ABC) with Torque
Vectoring Brake, crosswind stabilisation and loading adjustment
system. The characteristics of the AMG sports suspension can be
changed by pressing the Sports button – for the driver, this
translates into a noticeable reduction in the roll angle when
cornering at speed, and also stiffer spring/damper tuning. High
levels of maneuverability and smooth control in all driving
situations are also guaranteed by the Direct-Steer system with
speed-sensitive power steering, which is fitted as standard.
A further increase in active and
passive safety
Reliable deceleration
performance comes courtesy of the AMG high-performance braking
system based on the ADAPTIVE BRAKE system. Internally ventilated,
perforated composite brake discs all round, with a diameter of 390
and 365 millimetres respectively, are combined with double floating
brake callipers (front) and sliding frame-type callipers (rear) for
maximum deceleration.
To enhance active and passive safety, the range of trend-setting
camera and radar-based driver assistance systems has also been
extended further. As with the V8 models, new optional extras for the
S 65 AMG and CL 65 AMG now therefore include Active Lane Keeping
Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist.
Subtle but effective
distinguishing features for the S 65 AMG
The S 65 AMG comes with
AMG twin-spoke forged wheels, painted in titanium grey with a mirror
finish, measuring 8.5 and 9.5 inches wide. 255/35 R 20 tyres are
fitted at the front, while 275/35 R 20 tyres feature at the rear.
When it comes to appearance, the V12 model differs from the S 63 AMG
in terms of the exclusive radiator grille with twin chromed louvres,
the LED Light package including Intelligent Light System, and also
the "V12 BITURBO" lettering on the front mudguards.
In the interior, the AMG
instrument panel features the "AMG V12 BITURBO" start screen as well
as exquisite Exclusive PASSION leather upholstery: the entire
instrument panel and door linings, and also the seatback panels are
finished in leather, as are the magazine pockets and the parcel
shelf. Alcantara® is also used on the roof lining and on the A, B
and C-pillars. Another new touch is the contrasting colour
stitching.
The 12-way electrically
adjustable AMG sports seats come with the Memory package,
distinctive seat fluting and leather upholstery in the AMG V12
diamond pattern design, which also extends over the rear seats and
all four door centre panels. Also fitted as standard is the Seat
Comfort package, which includes front active multicontour seats with
massage and dynamic handling function and NECK-PRO luxury head
restraints and rear multicontour seats with massage function. All
seats feature active ventilation and heating as well as the
PRE-SAFE® positioning function.
Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG
high-end sound system as standard
Also fitted as standard
on the S 65 AMG is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end sound
system, including SPLITVIEW and Front Entertainment package. Newly
developed especially for the S-Class by AMG together with renowned
Danish hi-fi specialists Bang & Olufsen, the system promises a
unique listening experience. With a total output of 1200 watts, 15
loudspeakers, acoustic lens tweeters in the A and B-pillars as well
as a digital sound processor (DSP), it transforms the V12 saloon
into a full-blown concert hall with perfect acoustics.
Other standard
appointments available on both AMG V12 models (extracts):
▪
Ambient lighting, adjustable in
three colours
▪ AMG door entry sills
▪ AMG floor mats
▪ AMG sports pedal cluster
▪ KEYLESS-GO package
▪ ISOFIX and automatic child seat recognition (S 65 AMG)
▪ Convenience telephony
▪ LED Light package incl. ILS Intelligent Light System
▪ Media interface
▪ Navigation package incl. COMAND APS and SPLITVIEW
▪ Electrically operated blind (CL 65 AMG)
▪ Electrically operated blind for rear window and rear doors (S
65 AMG)
▪ Reversing camera (CL 65 AMG)
▪ Electric tilting/sliding glass sunroof with PRE-SAFE® closing
function
(S 65 AMG)
▪ Servo-locking mechanism for doors (S 65 AMG)
▪ The wide range of optional extras also includes (selection):
▪ AMG double-spoke forged wheels, painted in black with a mirror
finish and fitted with 255/35 R 20 (front) and 275/30 R 20
(rear) tyres
▪ AMG Exterior Carbon package: cross strut on the front apron,
exterior mirror housings and rear apron insert in carbon fibre
(CL 65 AMG)
▪ AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather with Alcantara®
inserts in the grip areas
▪ AMG carbon-fibre interior trim elements (CL 65 AMG)
▪ AMG trim in black piano lacquer/carbon fibre (S 65 AMG)
▪ DAB – digital radio reception
▪ designo paintwork
▪ designo wood/leather steering wheel
▪ designo Exclusive aniline leather
▪ designo nappa leather roof lining
▪ designo Alcantara® roof lining
▪ designo trim in wood/piano lacquer finish
▪ designo trim in stone finish
▪ designo Selection
▪ Driving Assistance Plus package
▪ Refrigerated compartment in rear seat backrest (S 65 AMG)
▪ Night View Assist Plus
▪ TV tuner
The S 65 AMG is
available in a long-wheelbase version only and costs 192,500 euros
(excl. VAT)/229,075 euros (incl. 19% VAT).
S 63 AMG
Exciting cutting-edge
technology from Affalterbach: the Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG and the CL
63 AMG are to benefit from a completely newly developed powertrain.
The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 420
kW (571 hp) and a torque of up to 900 Nm, in combination with the
unique AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, contributes
towards a considerable reduction in consumption and emissions, while
at the same time increasing maximum power and torque. With a fuel
consumption of 10.5 litres per 100 kilometres (NEDC combined), the
new high-performance cars not only undercut their direct competitors
– they are also more than 25 percent more economical in terms of
their fuel consumption than the previous models with naturally
aspirated V8 engine.
