Mercedes Gelandewagen AMG G65 2016

Mercedes Gelandewagen The 2016 AMG G65 is a three-ton military vehicle with a 621 hp 12-cylinder engine squeezed in. and the interior, covered in quilted leather, looks very ridiculous, even though there are plenty of examples of absurdity around us.

But we must give the company credit for bringing its idea to life. It is unlikely that any other manufacturer will be able to do this in order to make a car so irrationally. If only Chrysler had decided to shove a Hellcat V8 engine into the hood Jeep Wrangler, then something similar would turn out. But even the idea of ​​Chrysler, which used to produce the Plymouth Prowler, is not so crazy. Other companies are not even competitive.

In fact, the only real competition for the new Gelendvagen for the title of “the most ridiculous of all cars” can come from other versions of the G-Class models. For example, G 63 AMG with a 6x6 wheel arrangement.

Mercedes GL 63 with a 6×6 wheel arrangement

Strangely, this “stick on wheels” with a brick-shaped windshield is a car that actually exists and has been sold for several years in China, the Middle East, and also Russia. Nowadays you can see hundreds of them all over the world. Mercedes G63. The car turned out to be quite popular. Some people need it for their collection, while others need it for work.

Technical characteristics of Gelendvagen AMG G65

• Gelendvagen cost basic configuration: 218 825$;
• Engine's type: bi-turbo, 36-valve, 12-cylinder;
• Drive unit: on 4 wheels;
• Power: 621 l. With. at 5300 rpm;
• Torque: 1000 Nm at 2300 rpm;
• Transmission: 7-speed automatic transmission with the ability to switch to manual mode;
• Dimensions (m): length – 4.76; width - 1.85; height – 1.93;
• Curb weight (kg): 2752;
• Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (sec): 5,1;
• Maximum speed (km/h): 225;
• Fuel consumption(l/100 km): city ​​– 26 / highway – 22;

G65 AMG – equipment

Engine v12 biturbo Twin-turbocharged, three-valve-per-cylinder, has been available for many years for the Mercedes S-Class coupe, SL sedans and convertibles. The motor produces 1000 Nm of torque. As with other 12-cylinder Mercedes models, the engine G 65 AMG works in tandem with a seven-speed automatic transmission transmission The cost of the car, like similar models, is more than 200 thousand dollars. Unlike the S-Class and SL equipped with this engine, the G65 is available in chrome protective grille and “Alien Green” colorway.

Photo Mercedes AMG - bi-turbo engine

Designer 21-inch wheels with perfect quality polishes wrapped in all season tires 295/40 Continental CrossContact off-road. Exhaust pipes vented from the bottom and sides of the vehicle limit the off-road limit, or at least can increase repair costs.

Location exhaust pipes AMG G65

Test drive Gelendvagen AMG G65

On road Gelendvagen AMG feels better than she looks. Considering that this 3-ton cube carries more weight than any other car (even the 1915 Ford T), Mercedes did a great job on the suspension, limiting body roll. It seems scary to be driving like this powerful car, but that's not true. You just need to know that the steering wheel is quite heavy and not sensitive. The dead zone in the center of the steering wheel helps prevent it from rolling back and protects your fingers while driving off-road.

Three switches on the center console with warning stickers indicate the 3 types of differential lock. On the stickers you could write briefly: “Listen, why do you need this - just move on.”

Differential control buttons GL AMG G65

The actual disadvantage inherent in such heavy machines, including AMG 65, is the difficulty of controlling the car when driving off-road onto a hard surface. There is a feeling that the car has 2 solid large axles and heavy wheels.

As mentioned earlier, the G65 has a V12 engine. Its exhaust sound is not as rattling as the G63 bi-turbo with a 5.5-liter V8 engine. It produces more of a low-pitched hum.
The G65 is just as fast as the less expensive $78K G63. When accelerating to 100 km/h, the 12-cylinder G65 engine is slightly behind the 8-cylinder G63 (5.5L twin-turbo) by only a few tenths of a second (5.1 and 4.8 seconds, respectively).

Both cars have very fast acceleration considering their cubic shapes. Maximum power the car reaches a speed of 225 km/h, but common sense suggests that it is better to limit yourself to a maximum of 160 km/h.

Is it worth buying a Mercedes Benz AMG G65?

What's the point of buying anyway? Mercedes GL AMG? It is clear that to justify the choice of the G65, like any other G-class model, with such arguments as easy operation, convenience or status is difficult. Perhaps the realization of pleasure comes from owning a sports utility vehicle that is not intended for the mass market.

The compromise between power and fuel consumption, minimal financial costs per unit of power, efficient use of space - this is what the world's automakers are really focused on.

U Mercedes AMG 2016 everything is deplorable in this sense. Castle sound automatic locking doors is similar to the sound of four machine guns cocking at the same time. Closing any door sounds like the entrance to a cell slamming shut. refrigeration room. People will shake their heads in disgust when they find out the cost of the G65. But then they will thank you for having the opportunity to sit in such a special car. Mercedes AMG The G65 is big, heavy, well polished, fast and expensive - that's what makes it appealing, but that doesn't make it any better.

"Classic never goes out of style." This expression applies to G-wagen models like no other. It’s hard to imagine now that back in 1990 Mercedes-Benz showed the whole world his utilitarian SUV, which has remained virtually unchanged in terms of appearance to this day. It’s worth making a reservation, though: the SUV did have updates and were very significant, allowing it to keep up with the times, remaining the object of attention from others, and to be the pride of the owner.

In 1999, the Germans reconsidered their approach to construction frame SUVs, showing off the first G55 AMG. The principle was simple: the most powerful engine in the line was installed on the existing frame from the 463 series, the gearbox was prepared and the suspension was adjusted. The G63 AMG, which replaced it in 2012, managed to retain interest from buyers. The interior of the new product was redesigned, a new eight-cylinder engine was installed under the hood power unit with two turbochargers and a seven-speed automatic transmission.

In 2015, the last update of the legendary “Gelika” took place. There are minimal changes in the exterior design, but they cannot be called insignificant. Everything is aimed at maintaining modernity, functionality and style. The head optics are bi-xenon projector headlights. The bottom of the headlights is accentuated by inserts of daytime running lights. running lights. The shape of the bumpers has also undergone changes, and the SUV has been given new rims.

Gelendvagen 2015 salon photo

In the design of the Gelendvagen's interior in 2015, one feels luxury, not military asceticism, despite the same modesty of the front panel. The new instrument panel now features a color display. Control block climate control system easy to use and similar to the E-classe unit. In the center of the front panel there is a contrast monitor, similar to a tablet computer.

Of particular note is the use of eleven types of leather and three types of wood in the decoration of the SUV. The front seats are made of very high quality with clearly noticeable lateral support and are electrically adjustable. The only drawback The seat filling may become a little hard. The rear seat will appeal to tall and large passengers. The wide base of the SUV and high ceiling will allow three strong men to easily accommodate.

The trunk has the correct shape, and if necessary, the back of the rear sofa can be folded in a ratio of 60/40, then the volume luggage compartment grows to a gigantic 2250 liters, but you won’t be able to achieve a level floor.

As for the technical characteristics of the Mercedes Gelandewagen, under the hood there is a V-shaped “eight” with two 5.5-liter turbochargers. The unit produces 544 hp. at 5500 rpm and a crazy torque figure of 760 N*m, and this figure is achieved already at 2000 rpm and is maintained up to 5000 rpm.

The power flow is transmitted to the wheels by a seven-speed automatic transmission AMG SpeedShift Plus with three operating modes. If desired, you can change gears using the steering wheel paddles. Acceleration to hundreds is very impressive - just 5.4 seconds. The electronic speed limiter is located at around 210 km/h. IN mixed cycle, according to the manufacturer, “Gelik” consumes about 14 liters per 100 kilometers. Some reduction in fuel consumption was achieved through the introduction of the ECO start/stop system, which turns off the engine in the event of a long stay in a traffic jam. Perforated tires are responsible for effective braking. brake discs and six-piston calipers on the front axle and single-piston calipers at the rear.

Chassis of the Mercedes-Benz Gelandewagen G63 AMG

The suspension has not undergone major changes. It is worth saying that entering sharp turn on high speed not worth it, despite the fact that the suspension has become sportily stiff, and twenty are responsible for contact with the road inch wheels. Here, front and rear, there is the same dependent spring suspension on trailing arms with a Panhard rod, complemented by a stabilizer.

The dimensions of the machine are 4662 mm in length, taking into account rear wheel, width - 1760 mm, height was 1951 mm.
In conclusion, I would like to note that the G63 AMG is not the most powerful G-wagen from Mercedes. The most furious is the G65AMG, equipped with a V12 engine producing 612 hp. and 1000 Nm of torque. This SUV takes just 5.3 seconds to reach 100 km/h. The speed limit is set at 230 km/h.

The charged SUV Mercedes-AMG G63 2018 in the new W464 body was officially declassified in February, and its world premiere was held in March at the Geneva Motor Show, after which sales began, including in Russia.

Literally a month has passed since the presentation, and the German automaker has already rushed to release the “sixty-third” modification. This is not surprising, because this version accounts for up to half of the sales of all Gelik cars in its main markets.

Options and prices Mercedes-AMG G63 2019

AT8 - 8-speed automatic, 4MATIC - all-wheel drive

New model Mercedes-AMG G63 2018-2019 (photo and price) differs from the source code in a standard set of elements. There's more evil here front bumper with enlarged air intakes, plus it can be retrofitted for an additional fee with some kind of kenguryatnik.

The radiator grille received vertical ribs, wheel arches additionally expanded for 21 or 22 inch wheels, brake calipers painted red, and from under rear doors two oval pipes appeared on both sides exhaust system, as on its predecessor. For example, the G 500 version does not have them.

If you compare the new Gelik 63 with the car of the previous generation, it has retained all its signature features, but at the same time the body has become wider, the lighting technology has changed, everything body clearances became smaller, and the gas tank cap moved under the right rear window. The most important thing for buyers is that the image of a brutal, angular SUV has not gone away.

But a real revolution has taken place in the cabin - now at least no one will wonder why this car costs so much. Firstly, the interior of the Mercedes-AMG G 63 (W464) looks really modern - look at the fashionable steering wheel from the S63 and two large 10.25-inch displays on the front panel (one plays the role of an instrument panel, and the second is responsible for multimedia).

Secondly, it has finally become more spacious and comfortable. The car received new seats, armrests, cup holders, and in the second row you can sit three people without any problems, and the backrests are adjustable for the angle of inclination. The company has improved the quality of finishing materials, so now “G six and three” can even be called luxurious.

Specifications

The 2018 Mercedes-AMG G63 is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo, which produces 585 hp. and 850 Nm, available in the range from 2,500 to 3,500 rpm. It is paired with a nine-speed AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission, and to save fuel, the engine is equipped with a function to shut off half the cylinders under light loads.

As a result, an SUV weighing 2,485 kg (characteristics) needs only 4.5 seconds to accelerate from zero to hundreds, and its maximum speed electronically limited to 220 km/h (with the optional AMG Driver’s Package, this bar will be pushed to 240 kilometers per hour).

Let's now remember what happened before. The previous G 63 is equipped with a 5.5-liter V8 biturbo engine producing 571 hp. (760 Nm) and 7-speed automatic transmission. It takes 5.4 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h, and the top speed there is 210 km/h.

As with the regular Gelendvagen, the AMG version received a new front independent suspension on double wishbones, and at the rear there is a continuous axle with four trailing arms on each side and a Panhard rod. AMG adaptive dampers Ride Control With various modes work is included as standard equipment.

At the same time, the car did not lose its off-road capabilities. Full here AMG drive Performance 4Matic (by default, traction is distributed in a ratio of 40:60 in favor of the rear axle), with front and rear locking rear differentials, and the center one is controlled by an electronically controlled clutch with a forced closure function.

The ground clearance (clearance) on the new Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 2018 is 241 mm, average consumption fuel in the combined cycle is stated at the level of 13.2 liters per hundred (-0.6 l), the list of control electronics modes includes “Sand”, “Trail” and “Rock”, and “Sport Plus” has also been added, which provides for loud gas changes adjustable exhaust.

What is the price

Accepting orders for the SUV started in March, and the first cars will reach Russia around June 2018. The price of the new G 63 AMG starts from 13,150,000 rubles, which is 3.5 million more expensive than the “five hundredth”, while the cost can be easily increased due to expensive options.

For an extra charge there is a diode head optics Multibeam, a set of security systems (RUR 127,000), multi-contour seats (RUR 286,000) with automatic adjustments lateral support and lumbar support, memory, heating, ventilation and massage, forged 22-inch wheels (329,000), electronic panel devices (80,000), AMG package Driver's (179,000), Edition 1 package with red accents inside and out, Night flooring and more.

At the same time, in basic equipment included LED headlights, light and rain sensors, 20″ wheels, black Nappa leather upholstery, three-zone climate control, electric front seats and steering column, sports steering wheel, background lighting interior, media system and red-painted brake calipers.

Updated SUV Mercedes-Benz G-Class The 2018-2019 model debuted at the Detroit Auto Show, which traditionally opens its doors in January. The car in the back of W463, dating back to 1990, has undergone another modernization, which hardly affected exterior design, but seriously affected interior decoration, complete set and technical equipment models. For sale new Mercedes Gelendvagen 2018-2019 will arrive in June of this year at a price of 107,040 euros (about 7.37 million rubles). This is exactly how much the version of the G 500 with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine producing 422 hp will cost in Germany. power and 610 Nm of torque. The cost of the diesel and “charged” (Mercedes-AMG G 63) modifications will be announced later. It is still planned to assemble the new Mercedes Gelandewagen at the plant in Graz, Austria.

New body: dimensions and maneuverability

Without changing anything radically in appearance, the developers thoroughly revised power structure SUV. It is based, as before, on a ladder-type frame, but its rigidity has been increased by 55% - from 6537 to 10162 Nm/deg.

Frame of the new G-Class

The body mated to the frame, consisting mainly of high-strength steel, received some aluminum elements - these are the doors, hood and fenders. As a result of improvements new G-Class dropped 170 kg from its original weight, but at the same time retained a curb weight of more than two tons.

Body

During the update, the Mercedes Gelendvagen increased in size - the length increased by 53 mm (to 4715 mm), the width increased by 121 mm (to 1881 mm). The ground clearance has increased by six millimeters, reaching 241 mm. Geometric cross-country ability The body of the German all-terrain vehicle, albeit quite a bit, has improved: the approach angle was 31 degrees (+1), the ramp angle was 26 degrees (+2), the departure angle was 30 degrees (no changes). The maximum fordable depth has increased to 700 mm (+100 mm).

Spot edits to appearance

Mercedes designers took a very careful approach to correcting the appearance of the charismatic and still successfully selling SUV (about 20 thousand units sold in 2016). The new model has retained the classic profile and characteristic chopped shapes, returning to the military past of the car. Also, the branded “chips” have not gone away - flat Windshield, towering hood, tacky door handles with buttons, external door hinges, enclosed spare wheel on the fifth door.

Photo of Mercedes G-Class 2018-2019

However, innovations on the body of the modernized Mercedes G-Class there are plenty, even if not all of them are easily identified by a quick examination. First of all, the new product is distinguished by a redesigned nose part of the body, which has acquired LED headlights and a new bumper with smoothed corners to improve pedestrian safety. Finding other differences from the rear wing), lack of seals on the windshield, disappearance of air ducts on the front wings, rounded door corners. Another point - fit body parts the new Gelendvagen is made more carefully, so the gaps between them are now minimal.

New stern design

The tweaked contours of the SUV did not affect its aerodynamic characteristics. The Cx coefficient of the new G-Wagen is the same as the previous version of the model - 0.54.

Large-scale reorganization of the salon

If the Gelendvagen remained 100% recognizable on the outside, then on the inside it was transformed in literally every detail. At the same time, it is curious that the modification of the interior of, perhaps, the most “masculine” car was led by a female designer, Liliya Chernaeva. It is not surprising that during development the bias was made towards technology and comfort, however, in the new vision there was a place for clumsy and even rough elements that do not let us forget that this is the interior of a brutal SUV, and not a sedan or coupe. But first things first.

First, let's focus on the thoroughly redesigned front panel, the design of which borrows a lot from latest news Mercedes - sedans and . For example, new steering wheel with a convenient joystick for controlling the gearbox, Gelendvagen obviously inherited it from the flagship four-door. As for the round ventilation deflectors, which replaced the archaic rectangular ones, they undoubtedly migrated from. In general, the panel as a whole and the center console in particular began to look much more stylish thanks to the advent of modern information displays and button blocks.

Photo of the Gelandewagen interior as standard

But let’s immediately make a reservation that two advanced 12.3-inch screens, combined into a single block and placed under one glass, are not available for all versions of the new G-Class, but only for the expensive ones. In the initial version, the car is equipped with a classic dashboard with arrow indicators. But the control panel multimedia system Comand Online is present in all trim levels and is located on a completely updated inter-passenger tunnel, which has gotten rid of the gearshift lever (gears are now changed on the steering column) and the handbrake handle (from now on an electric one is used). parking brake). Unloading the tunnel also made it possible to organize a double-leaf box armrest and a pair of cup holders. The only thing that reminds us of the old Gelika in the interior of the new model is the handrail front passenger and three catchy differential lock control buttons on the console (located exactly between the air deflectors).

Photo of the top version interior

Top configurations new Mercedes The G-Class will be pleased with an unprecedented abundance of available equipment. In addition to the tandem 12.3-inch screens, the list of equipment includes several finishing options using high-quality materials (leather, Alcantara, wood, aluminum), fully electrified Active Multicontour Seat front seats (heating, massage, ventilation, customizable lateral support), three-zone climate control -control, wireless charger smartphones, premium Burmester acoustics with 16 speakers.

First row seats

All of the above improvements are good, but the main positive result of the update in relation to the Gelendvagen’s interior is still worth recognizing the increase in its size, and as a result, the number free space on both rows. First of all, the front seating pattern has changed - now the riders will not feel cramped in the shoulders, and the driver will receive additional space for his right leg, so he can comfortably manipulate the pedals (surprisingly, there were problems with this in the pre-reform car). The increase in comfort for front passengers is expressed numerically: the increase in the leg area was 38 mm, and the shoulder area became more spacious by the same amount.

Rear seats

From now on, the rear rooms are ready to offer more comfort and hospitality. seats Mercedes Gelendvagen. Firstly, passengers in the second row will immediately feel more freedom due to the fact that the distance between the backrests of the front and rear seats increased by as much as 150 mm, and an additional 27 mm of reserve appeared in the shoulder area. Secondly, the sofa itself has become much more comfortable, it is equipped with adjustable backrests and central armrest, behind which there is a hatch for long items. And finally, thirdly, rear passengers will receive a personal air conditioning control panel (three-zone climate control is not available for all versions) and spacious door pockets.

Technical characteristics of Mercedes Gelandewagen 2018-2019

Specialists from the Mercedes-AMG division worked on the chassis of the new Gelendvagen. They completely revised the old design, as a result of which the SUV acquired a front independent double wishbone mounted directly in the frame (previously a subframe was used). At the rear, a continuous axle was installed on the car, complemented by four levers and a Panhard rod.

Mercedes Gelendvagen chassis

The new product has a full drive, of course. Transfer case combined with a gearbox, there is a reduction gear (ratio 2.93) and three differential locks (the central differential is mechanical with an electronically controlled locking clutch). As a standard, traction is distributed between the front and rear axles in a 40/60 ratio. You can change the driving mode using the Dynamic Select switch, which provides five driving programs: Comfort, Sport, Eco, Individual and G-Mode. When choosing one mode or another, the settings for the operation of the engine, gearbox, electric power steering and adaptive shock absorbers. Enabling any of the locks or “lowering” initiates forced activation of “G-Mode” regardless of the current position of the selector.

From the first days of sales, the new Gelandewagen will be offered in just one version – the Mercedes-Benz G 500. Under the hood of such a car will be a 4.0 V8 petrol turbo unit with an output of 422 hp. and 610 Nm. It will be paired with a nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic transmission. According to the manufacturer's estimates, the average fuel consumption of the G500 should fluctuate around 11.1 liters per 100 km.

By the end of 2018 – beginning of 2019, the line of G-Class modifications will be replenished with the “charged” Mercedes-AMG G 63 with a 612-horsepower V8 engine and diesel version with a 2.9-liter “six” (presumed index G 400d).

Photo Mercedes Gelendvagen 2018-2019

Few people may find the capabilities of the “charged” AMG versions of the car insufficient Mercedes-Benz G-class, but gourmets from the court tuning studio German mark in 2013 they truly surprised the world by creating a six-wheeled “monster” in the likeness of military pickup trucks, but with an eye on wealthy civilians. The three-axle G63 AMG 6×6 (this is its official name) was produced in small series until 2015, and several copies settled in Russia.

The front part of the "Gelendvagen 6x6" pickup truck's design repeats the "face" of a traditional SUV, but its rear is unique - with two pairs of wheels on each side and a body. The car looks somewhat awkward, but you can’t deny it its impressiveness and power.

The length of the Mercedes G63 AMG 6×6 is set at 5875 mm, height – 2280 mm, width – 2110 mm. The pickup's wheelbase is stretched to 4220 mm, and its underbody clearance is an impressive 460 mm. The weight of the “German” in traveling condition falls slightly short of 4 tons – 3850 kg.

The front interior of the six-wheeled SUV is unified with the decoration of a standard Gelendvagen - a steering wheel with control elements, a modern instrument cluster with a color display, a massive center console with a multimedia center screen rising above it, and luxurious finishing materials.

A special feature of the G63 AMG 6×6 is the interior layout with four individual chairs equipped with electrical adjustments, heating, ventilation and a massage function.

Specifications. The huge pickup truck is powered by a 5.5-liter gasoline unit Bi-turbocharged V8 that releases 554 horsepower power at 5500 rpm and 760 Nm of peak thrust generated from 2000 to 5000 rpm.
The unit is combined with a 7-band automatic transmission and unique technology all-wheel drive with five differentials (to the basic three, an interaxle between the third and second axles and an interwheel of the third axle were added) and the potential distribution in the following parts - 30:40:30.

Despite the “monstrous” mass, the Gelandewagen-AMG 6×6 accelerates to the first hundred in 6 seconds, reaching a maximum speed of 160 km/h and “eating” an average of 22 liters of gasoline in combined mode.

This SUV is capable of a lot outside the roads: the ford depth is 100 cm, the departure angle is 54 degrees, and the approach angle is 52 degrees.

The three-axle Gelendvagen 6x6 is based on the three-axle architecture of the G-class pickup truck. The car is equipped dependent suspension on longitudinally based arms and with Panhard rod on all axles. Disc brakes with ventilation are installed on six wheels, and the steering system is supplemented with a hydraulic booster.

Prices. The G63 AMG 6×6 entered the market in limited edition, and its production was completed in 2015. As for the cost, then Russian buyers the SUV was offered for at least 24 million 500 thousand rubles, and for Europeans - for 451,010 euros. At the same time, the “6-wheeler” has a rich list of equipment in its arsenal, not much different from that of the “top” versions of the four-wheeled Gelendvagen.