BRABUS GL 63 Biturbo: Luxury SUV with 650 hp and Widestar Version
July 6, 2010 - Category Miscellaneous
BRABUS GL 63 Biturbo front side view
BRABUS GL 63 Biturbo interior view
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BRABUS GL 63 Biturbo engine view
Strong as a bull, sporty, elegant and exclusive events: New BRABUS GL 63 Biturbo combines these three qualities to perfection. This luxury SUV BRABUS further expand their impressive portfolio of exclusive high-performance cars. The 4×4 SUV is powered by a BRABUS B63 Biturbo 6.3-liter V8 engine with 650 hp (641 hp) / 478 kW and reaches a top speed of 300 km powered / h (186 mph). SUV features visually with the imaginative BRABUS WIDE STAR version and forged 23-inch wheels. Also part of the standard equipment of the BRABUS GL63 Biturbo is an exclusive interior with leather and Alcantara. The GL 63 Biturbo is built in small series and starts at € 368 000 MSRP.
BRABUS fits the high-speed eight-cylinder four-valve engine of the ML63 AMG with a twin-turbo systems and implants it in the biggest Mercedes SUV. For the manufacturer of luxury Bottrop GL 63 rises to a new performance dimension.
The Twin Turbo system is a high-tech development so typical of BRABUS. The Brabus engineers have special cast exhaust manifolds with integrated turbine housings and bypass valves for the V8 engine. For a quicker response of the turbos are relatively small and the two varieties have been developed to only three of the four cylinders on each side of the exhaust to drive the turbo.
The turbo itself is a custom BRABUS development. Normal V-engines have two right-loader to run. This leads to a slower response on the right side of the engine, as the flow on the right side of the turbine housing requires a complicated exhaust routing to the left of the engine. To solve the BRABUS engineers a left-turning cylinder turbo for the right bank of the engine and therefore a perfect exhaust system dynamics.
The Twin Turbo system includes a large water-air intercooler and an intake manifold with double cast in Biturbo BRABUS logos and sport air filter. to reduce high-performance catalysts behind the turbo pressure and further reduced emissions.
The inner workings of the engine with the turbo forged pistons BRABUS lowering the compression ratio of 9.0:1 to be adjusted. Newly programmed engine electronics with custom mapping for ignition and fuel injection technology adapted to the turbo boost pressure and an electronic management system have an important role. Together they provide not only maximum power yield but also the clean emissions in accordance with the Euro IV emission standards. lubricated like all BRABUS B63 Biturbo members exclusively with ARAL high-performance synthetic motor engine, the BRABUS GL oil.This 63 Biturbo among the world’s largest SUVs. The engine has a rated output of 650 hp (641 hp) / 478 kW at 6,200 rpm low. The maximum torque of 850 Nm (626 lb-ft) is situated on a plateau 3000-5500 min t available /
In combination with a custom SPEED 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission and permanent four-wheel drive this engine a performance has been incredible for a car of this kind: The BRABUS GL63 Biturbo accelerates from zero to 100 kph (62 mph) in just 4.7 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 300 kph (186 mph).
Of course, the aerodynamics, tires, suspension and brakes, all of this huge performance potential is adjusted.
The BRABUS version, with its elegantly shaped wheel arches STAR WIDE add six centimeters (2.4 inches) to the width of the GL 63 Biturbo. The STAR WIDE front spoiler was to reduce the wind tunnel for aerodynamic lift on the front axle set up to maximize the stability at high speeds. Generously dimensioned air intakes give the engine and the brakes on the wheels for maximum cooling. For further increase active safety the BRABUS front with LED daytime running lights and four auxiliary headlights.
BRABUS side sills form an aerodynamically smooth transition between the wheel arches front and rear. Integrated entrance lights to facilitate entry and exit in the dark.
Aerodynamics of the vehicle are improved by an additional BRABUS roof spoiler and rear apron with integrated diffuser. The platform is tailored to fit the wider fenders and in addition to the recesses for the tailpipes of the BRABUS stainless-steel sport quad-floor heating system offers integrated lighting outlet.
The large wheel arches offer space for three-piece BRABUS Monoblock E wheels 11Jx23 Platinum Edition. These nine-spoke wheels have a forged document and highly polished drop center and can with Pirelli and YOKOHAMA high-performance tires up to size 305/30 R 23rd
The Biturbo BRABUS GL 63 can also forged 21-inch Monoblock VI wheels or F or 22-inch Monoblock VI, E, Q or S, and new BRABUS Monoblock S Platinum Edition forged wheels are fitted.
The amount of high-performance car is lowered by about 30 mm (1.2 inches) with the suspension tuning BRABUS module for the Airmatic air. This measure will benefit not only the look of the GL. The reduced weight also result in an even sportier and safer handling on the road.
To further optimize active safety of the SUV is equipped with a BRABUS high-performance braking system. The version of the GL-63 turbo with 12-piston aluminum fixed calipers and vented and cross-380 x 36 millimeter (15.0 x 1.4 cm drilled) discs at the front axle. The rear axle stops with 355 x 28 mm (14.0 x 1.1 cm) discs and six-piston fixed calipers.
The luxurious equipment of the BRABUS GL 63 biturbo a premium interior. The interior is tailored to the needs of customers from a combination of especially soft and breathable Mastik leather and Alcantara. BRABUS carbon and precious wood inlays are available in various designs and are color matched to the leather. The sporty character of the vehicle by the speedometer with 320 kph (200 mph) range, aluminum pedals and door components such as locking pins and an ergonomically shaped sport steering wheel against. Especially for the consoles of the back of the front seats come with an integrated seven-inch LCD screen, a DVD player and a folding table. They transform the rear passenger compartment in a multimedia studio. The entertainment devices can be further expanded to a fully functional office on wheels with state-of-the-art communications and computer technology.
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