MBUSA Announces Pricing And Equipment For The New Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG

MBUSA Announces Pricing And Equipment For The New Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG

Available in the U.S. 875 destination charge), the new Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG stands for efficiency and performance, exclusivity and a superlative driving experience. The estimated combined fuel economy for the high-performance SUV is 16 mpg, marking a 33-percent improvement over its predecessor. The available AMG Performance package boosts the V8 engine's power output to 550 hp and its maximum torque to 560 lb-ft. The newly developed ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM provides active roll stabilization while the AMG-specific design and the broad scope of standard equipment and appointments produce a highlighy attractive overall package. The new ML63 AMG showcases exceptional new technology. The AMG 5.5-liter V8 biturbo engine features spray-guided direct injection with piezo injectors, ECO stop/start 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 518 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.

Combined with the AMG Development Package these values rise to 550 hp and 560 lb-ft of torque. This difference in power and torque results from an increase in the maximum charge pressure from 14.5 to 18.9 psi. Both variants of the ML63 AMG enable sports-car performance: acceleration from zero to 60 mph takes 4.7 seconds and 4.6 seconds respectively, while the top speed stands at 155 mph (electronically limited). With or without AMG Performance Package, fuel economy remains unchanged. Power delivery to all four permanently driven wheels is via the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7-speed automatic transmission. Featuring three driving programs and a rev-matching function during downshifts (Sport and Manual Mode), the outstanding gearbox offers amazingly broad scope. The "C" mode also delivers smoother acceleration and transmission characteristics with comfortable, earlier gear changes. Pulling away in this mode usually begins in second gear. A green "ECO" symbol in the AMG instrument cluster indicates to the driver that the ECO stop/start function is active.

In the Sport (S) and Manual (M) modes the ECO stop/start function is deactivated and the engine-transmission combination displays far greater agility. A brief and precise interruption of ignition and injection during upshifting under full load additionally provides for shorter shift times here. As efficiency-enhancing measures, the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7-speed automatic transmission incorporates a new fuel-economy torque converter, bearings designed for reduced friction loss and thermal management system for transmission oil. Axle gears with minimal friction loss, electric steering, an optimized belt drive, on-demand control of all accessory drives and an intelligent lightweight design also helps to reduce fuel economy even further. The new ML63 AMG is 99 pounds lighter than its predecessor despite the increase in power and the more comprehensive range of standard equipment. Roll stabilization, damping and suspension adapt instantaneously 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 "Manual". The air suspension system is speed-sensitive, lowering the body at higher speeds to minimize drag while increasing stability.

The AMG-specific elastokinematics at the front axle and the more robust stabilizer bar on the rear axle improve steering precision. The enhanced drive train provides optimum power transmission and hallmark Mercedes reliability. The standard 4ETS electronic traction control system provides for optimized grip in slippery conditions. Electromechanical AMG speed-sensitive sports steering features speed-based power assistance and helps to save fuel because it only consumes energy when the driver actually moves the steering wheel. The ML63 AMG comes with 20 - inch 5-spoke alloy wheels painted in titanium grey with a high-gloss finish and fitted with 265/45 R 20 high performance tires. Also available are optional 295/35 R 21 tires on 21-inch AMG alloy wheels. The AMG high-performance braking system provides for the shortest possible braking distances and high fade resistance, featuring ventilated and perforated brake discs at all four corners. Sizes are 15.4" x 1.4" (front) and 13.6" x 1.0" (rear).