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 The
basis for low fuel
consumption and
top-class performance is provided by the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo
engine with a
maximum power output of 386 kW (525 hp) and a peak torque of
700 newton metres, representing an
increase of 11 kW (15 hp) and 70 newton metres. The optionally
available AMG
Performance package boosts the V8 engine's power output to 410 kW (557
hp) and
its maximum torque to 760 newton metres. The AMG RIDE CONTROL sports
suspension
with newly developed ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM for active roll stabilisation,
the
AMG-specific design and the broad scope of standard equipment and
appointments
make for a highly attractive overall package. The
new ML 63 AMG comes with an exciting technology package: the AMG
5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine features spray-guided direct petrol
injection with
piezo injectors, ECO start/stop system, an all-aluminium crankcase,
four valves
per cylinder with camshaft adjustment, air-water intercooling and
alternator
management.
With a displacement of 5461 cc, the eight-cylinder engine
generates
a maximum power output of 386 kW (525
hp) and 700 newton metres of torque. In conjunction with the AMG
Performance
package these values rise to 410 kW
(557 hp) and 760 newton metres. This difference in power and torque
results
from an increase in the maximum charge pressure from 1.0 to 1.3 bar.
Both
variants of the ML 63 AMG enable sports-car performance: acceleration
from zero
to 100 km/h takes 4.8 seconds and 4.7 seconds respectively, while the
top speed
stands at 250 km/h (electronically limited). With or without AMG
Performance
package, the NEDC fuel consumption figure of 11.8 litres per
100 kilometres (276 g CO2/km) remains the
same.
Key
data at a glance:
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ML 63
AMG
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Displacement
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5461 cc
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Bore x
stroke
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98.0 x 90.5 mm
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Compression
ratio
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10.0 : 1
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Output
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386 kW (525 hp) at
5250 rpm
410 kW (557 hp) at
5750 rpm*
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Max. torque
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700 Nm at
1750-5000 rpm
760 Nm at 2000-5000 rpm*
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Engine weight (dry)
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204 kg
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Fuel consumption, NEDC combined
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11.8 l/100 km
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CO2
emissions
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276 g/km
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Efficiency
class
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F
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Acceleration
0-100 km/h
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4.8 s
4.7 s*
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Top speed
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250 km/h**
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*With
AMG
Performance package **Electronically limited
Efficient
and variable: AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC
Power
is transmitted to all
four permanently
driven
wheels by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC. Featuring three modes and
an
automatic double-declutching function for downshifting, this
seven-speed
automatic transmission offers a fascinatingly broad scope of
variability. In
"Controlled Efficiency" (C) mode the ECO start/stop function is
active, shutting down the eight-cylinder engine when the vehicle is
stationary.
"C" also stands for a gentle accelerator and transmission
characteristic with early gear changes; start-up generally takes place
in
second gear here. A green "ECO" symbol in the AMG instrument cluster
indicates to the driver that the ECO start/stop function is active. In the
Sport (S) and
Manual (M) modes the ECO start/stop function is inactive and the
engine-transmission combination displays far greater agility. A brief
and
exactly defined retardation
of
ignition and injection during upshifting at full load additionally
provides for
shorter shift times here.
Enhanced
efficiency and driving dynamics
 As
efficiency-enhancing measures, the AMG
SPEEDSHIFT PLUS
7G-TRONIC automatic transmission incorporates a new fuel-economy
converter with
centrifugal pendulum, bearings designed for reduced friction loss and a
transmission-oil thermal management system. Friction loss-minimised
axle gears,
electric steering, an optimised belt drive, and demand-responsive
control of
all ancillary units and pumps all help to further reduce fuel
consumption.
As
previously, Mercedes-AMG deploys a specially designed transfer case for
the
4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive which distributes the engine power at
a ratio of 40 : 60 to the front and rear axle in the interests of
high
driving dynamics. Furthermore, the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension
with
AIRMATIC package – consisting of air suspension, independent
damper struts,
automatic level control and Adaptive Damping System (ADS) –
features for the
first time in combination with the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM for active roll
stabilisation. This system, which comes as standard, employs active
anti-roll
bars on the front and rear axles to compensate the body's roll angles
during
cornering. In addition to enhanced agility and driving enjoyment, the
system
also improves driving stability for added safety at higher speeds in
particular. Roll
stabilisation, damping and suspension adapt automatically to the
prevailing
driving situation, offering both optimum ride comfort and maximum
stability.
The driver is able to choose at the push of a button between the three
suspension
modes "Comfort", "Sport" and "Sport plus". The
fully load-bearing air suspension system is speed-sensitive, lowering
the body
at higher speeds
in order to minimise drag while increasing driving stability.
The
AMG-specific elastokinematics at the front axle and the more robustly
designed
rear axle stabiliser bar are responsible for improved steering
precision. The
enhanced drive train stands for optimum power transmission and hallmark
Mercedes reliability. The 4ETS electronic traction control system which
features as standard provides for optimised grip when low friction
coefficients
apply.
AMG
speed-sensitive sports steering, AMG high-performance braking system
Electromechanical
AMG
speed-sensitive sports
steering
features variable vehicle speed-dependent power assistance and helps to
save
fuel, as the steering assist function only requires energy when the
driver
actually moves the steering wheel. The ML 63 AMG comes as standard with
5-spoke
AMG light-alloy wheels in 9 x 20 format, painted titanium grey with a
high-sheen finish and fitted with tyres in size 265/45 R 20. Tyres in
size
295/35 R 21 on AMG light-alloy wheels in 10 x 21 format are optionally
available. The AMG high-performance braking system provides for the
shortest
possible braking distances and high fade resistance, featuring
ventilated and
perforated brake discs all-round in size 390 x 36 (front) and 345 x 26
millimetres (rear).
Specific
AMG styling with trim in matt silver chrome
 The
design of the new ML 63 AMG exudes
self-confidence,
athleticism and power. The AMG bodystyling dominates the front view:
under the
radiator grille with louvres painted in high-gloss black and the large
Mercedes
star is a large cooling air intake. Together with the two outer air
intakes,
the
central radiator grille provides for an effective flow of air to the
water,
engine oil, charge-air and transmission oil coolers. Fitted at the
bottom of
the AMG front apron is a trim strip in matt silver chrome, which lends
the
front a wider appearance while harmonising with the surrounds of the
daytime
running lamps in the side cooling air intakes. The headlamps cut a
particularly
high-quality and exclusive figure in combination with the optional
Intelligent
Light System (ILS).
The AMG front apron is integrated with the
distinctive
front wings, which are 10 millimetres wider on either side in order to
accommodate the large AMG light-alloy wheels in elegant fashion. "V8
BITURBO" logos identify the vehicle as the flagship AMG model in the
M-Class. Dynamically profiled AMG side sill panels establish a visual
link
between the front and rear of the vehicle.
Another
eye-catching feature is the AMG rear apron with its simulated
black air outlet openings. They emphasise the
vehicle's
width similarly to the trim strips in matt silver chrome, which cite
the design
of the front apron and frame the AMG sports exhaust system. In contrast
to the
other M-Class variants, the ML 63 AMG features two sets of chrome twin
tailpipes. The full and distinctive eight-cylinder sound is an AMG
hallmark.
High-quality,
sporty interior
A
sporty character and premium quality define
the
interior of the high-performance SUV from AMG. This is embodied in the
electrically adjustable AMG sports seats offering pronounced lateral
support as
well as the four-spoke AMG performance steering wheel, which ensures
optimum
control of the vehicle with perforated leather in the grip area,
aluminium
shift paddles and
a rim with a flattened bottom section. Aluminium trim and the
piano-lacquer
retractable cover in the centre console highlight the interior's
dynamic and
exclusive flair. The standard leather upholstery includes contrasting
double
topstitching and AMG badges in the backrests of the front seats and the
outer
rear seats. Dashboard, armrests and door panelling in AMG-specific
design are
finished in ARTICO man-made leather with double topstitching.
The distinctively designed instrument cluster
with colour
TFT monitor, AMG welcome logo and AMG main menu is exclusive to the ML
63 AMG.
Other
standard equipment includes:
- AMG door sills in stainless
steel
- AMG floor mats
- AMG
sports pedals in brushed
stainless steel with rubber studs
- Audio
20 CD
radio with Bluetooth and USB interface
- EASY-PACK
load compartment cover
- Tyre
pressure monitoring system
- Headlamp
cleaning system
- Electric
sliding glass roof
- Heated
seats for driver and
front passenger
Exclusive optional extras
are available from the AMG Performance Studio:
- AMG Performance package with
increase in power of 24 kW (32 hp)
and 60 newton metres more torque, AMG engine cover in
high-quality genuine carbon fibre, AMG performance steering wheel with
DINAMICA
microfibre in the grip area, red-painted callipers
- 5-twin-spoke
AMG light-alloy
wheels (10 x 21) painted in titanium grey
with a high-sheen finish, fitted with tyres in size 295/35 R 21
- AMG performance steering wheel
with DINAMICA microfibre in the grip
area
Additional
optional extras:
- Trailer coupling with electric unlocking
- Becker®
MAP PILOT
- Electrically
operated EASY PACK tailgate
- Rear Seat
Entertainment System
- harman/kardon®
Logic 7® surround sound system
- Wood/leather
steering wheel in
nappa leather
- THERMOTRONIC
luxury automatic climate control
- Light
package including
Intelligent Light System
- Media Interface
- Memory package
- COMAND Online
multimedia system
- Electric panoramic
sliding glass sunroof
- Aluminium-look
running boards
with rubber studs
- TV tuner
- Wood
trim including retractable
cover in centre console made of wood
Safety
of the very highest calibre
In
line with the Mercedes-Benz brand philosophy, the new ML 63 AMG is the
embodiment of the Mercedes-Benz holistic safety concept of Real Life
Safety,
which is derived primarily from what happens in a real accident
situation. The
extremely robust passenger compartment, together with the front and
rear
deformation zones, forms an effective basis for the occupant protection
systems. Up to nine airbags, activated on demand in accordance with the
accident type and accident severity, can reduce the loads exerted on
the
occupants. In addition to active safety systems such as the
standard-fit Brake
Assist (BAS) or the optional BAS PLUS, which can help to prevent an
accident or
reduce the severity of an accident, the new M-Class features further
enhanced
passive-safety measures to help protect pedestrians. Both
active safety and driver-fitness safety are improved by assistance
systems that
will already be familiar, primarily from the S-Class and E-Class. The
standard
equipment package includes the drowsiness detection system ATTENTION
ASSIST,
the anticipatory safety system PRE-SAFE®
and a tyre pressure
monitoring system, as well as adaptive brake lights and the ESP®
Electronic Stability Program. Active assistance systems such as Active
Lane
Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are available as additional
equipment options. The
new Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG will be launched in April 2012. Overview of
prices (incl. 19% VAT)
- ML 63 AMG:
€108,885
- AMG
Performance package: €7021
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