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Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG
Exclusive top-of-the-line AMG S-Class models now boast even
greater appeal
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V8 naturally aspirated engine and biturbo V12 engine: high tech from
the world of motorsport for unrivalled performance
New standard in driving dynamics thanks to Direct-Steer system, Torque
Vectoring Brake and Active Body Control with crosswind stabilisation
Technical data
Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany
Mercedes-Benz - A Daimler Brand
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    Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG Contents Short version Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG Exclusive top-of-the-line AMG S-Class models now boast even greater appeal Long version Engine and drive system V8 naturally aspirated engine and biturbo V12 engine: high tech from...

  • Page 2: Mercedes-Benz S 63 Amg And S 65 Amg

    Exclusive top-of-the-line AMG S-Class models now boast even greater appeal Affalterbach – The Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG, the powerful top-of-the-line S-Class models, are now even more appealing: thanks to a series of subtle yet extremely effective fine-tuning measures, the two performance saloons are even more striking and priceless than ever before.
  • Page 3 V12 design in the case of the S 65 AMG. Visual aspects which distinguish the V8 from the V12 model also include the attractive AMG light-alloy wheels: the S 63 AMG has 19-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels painted titanium grey with a high-sheen finish and fitted with 255/40 (front) and 275/40 (rear) tyres.
  • Page 4 The AMG main menu provides the driver with information about engine oil tem- perature, current gear range and the battery voltage. In the case of the S 63 AMG, the extensive range of standard equipment includes not only PASSION leather...
  • Page 5 • 20-inch AMG twin-spoke forged wheels, painted in titanium grey with a mirror finish and fitted with 255/35 R 20 front and 275/30 R 20 rear tyres (only S 63 AMG) • AMG trim in black piano lacquer/carbon fibre Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany Mercedes-Benz –...
  • Page 6 While the S 63 AMG is available in short or long-wheelbase versions, the S 65 AMG is only available as a long-wheelbase version. Both top-of-the-line AMG models will have their market launches from the end of June 2009. Prices at a glance: •...

  • Page 7: Engine And Drive System

    Powerful eight and twelve-cylinder engines are a traditional strength of AMG – and no less so than with the S 63 AMG and the S 65 AMG, the S-Class top-of- the-line models. The S 63 AMG is powered by a high-revving V8 naturally aspirated engine developing 386 kW/525 hp, the S 65 AMG comes with a biturbo V12 engine that delivers 450 kW/612 hp.
  • Page 8 102.2 x 94.6 mm Cylinder spacing 109 mm Compression ratio 11.3 : 1 Output 386 kW/525 hp at 6800 Max. torque 630 Nm at 5200 rpm Maximum engine speed 7200 rpm Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany Mercedes-Benz – A Daimler Brand Page 8...
  • Page 9 Such control ensures rapid vehicle response and a sporty thrust across all load ranges and at all engine speeds. In the interests of optimal reliability, the S 63 AMG has a particularly efficient water cooling system and large engine and transmission oil coolers. Located behind the apertures in the AMG front apron, these coolers ensure non-critical operating temperatures at all times –...
  • Page 10 Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm Engine weight (dry) 221 kg Fuel consumption 14.5 l/100 km emissions 346 g/km Acceleration 0-100 km/h Top speed 250 km/h* * electronically limited. Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany Mercedes-Benz – A Daimler Brand Page 10...
  • Page 11 Mercedes. Like its stablemate the S 63 AMG, fuel consumption and CO emissions on the new S 65 AMG have been reduced thanks to optimisation of the engine and transmission setup as well as improvements to the aerodynamics and rolling resistance –...
  • Page 12 Traditionally all engines are built by hand at Mercedes-AMG in Affalterbach – just like the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine in the S 63 AMG and the AMG 6.0-litre biturbo V12 engine in the S 65 AMG. In the state-of-the-art AMG engine workshops, which were opened in 2002, a highly qualified engineer assembles each engine according to the company's philosophy of "one man, one engine"...
  • Page 13 Page 13 To match the wide engine speed range of the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine, the S 63 AMG teams up with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC, while the high- torque S 65 AMG is paired with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT 5-speed automatic transmission.

  • Page 14: Amg Sports Suspension And High-Performance Braking System

    – the new Direct-Steer system in a nutshell, which is now fitted as stan- dard on the S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG. A key feature of the Direct-Steer system is the variable-ratio steering rack that operates using purely mechanical means.
  • Page 15 The function is deactivated if the driver himself makes heavy, brusque steering corrections. The active suspension on the S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG all but entirely eliminates the body movements that occur when moving off, cornering and braking. Bends Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany Mercedes-Benz –...
  • Page 16 The load adjustment system enables the current vehicle weight to be factored into the calculation processes for the active suspension. As such the S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG handle just as dynamically even when the car is fully laden. Briefly...
  • Page 17 Eye-catching light-alloy wheels in 19 and 20-inch format High-sheen 19-inch AMG four-spoke light-alloy wheels painted titanium grey provide the contact between the road and the S 63 AMG. 255/40 R 19 tyres are fitted on 8.5-inch-wide wheels at the front, while 275/40 R 19 tyres combine with 9.5-inch-wide wheels at the rear.

  • Page 18: Active And Passive Safety

    ® drowsiness detection and Adaptive Highbeam Assist or the PRE-SAFE Brakes take occupant protection on board the S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG to a wholly new level. A combination of ultra-modern assistance and protection systems turns the AMG S-Class into an "intelligent"...
  • Page 19 ATTENTION ASSIST is fitted as standard. "Electronic crumple zone" for maximum occupant protection Mercedes-Benz has also improved the long and medium-range radar used by the optional Brake Assist PLUS (BAS PLUS) and DISTRONIC PLUS proximity control. Mercedes-Benz also offers another radar-based system for the S-Class in the form ®...

  • Page 20: Design And Equipment

    On the outside, the S 63 AMG instantly makes a statement with its discreet yet consciously more distinctive styling. New-look headlamps with standard-fit bi-xenon technology fit in perfectly with the striking, AMG-specific LED daytime driving lights.
  • Page 21 Page 21 S 65 AMG with subtle yet effective distinguishing features The S 65 AMG differs from the S 63 AMG with its exclusive, more expressive radiator grille with three twin chromed louvres, the LED Light package including Intelligent Light System, the "V12 Biturbo" lettering on the front wings and with its 20-inch AMG twin-spoke forged wheels painted titanium grey with a mirror finish.
  • Page 22 S 65 AMG the speedometer goes up to 360 km/h. One of the most eye-catching features in the interior of the S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG is the exclusive analogue clock with its "IWC Ingenieur" design in the centre console.
  • Page 23 Rear Seat Entertainment package • Climate control for rear seats • Refrigerated compartment in rear seat backrest • LED Light package incl. Intelligent Light System (S 63 AMG) • Heated steering wheel • Tyre pressure monitoring system • TV tuner Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany Mercedes-Benz –...

  • Page 24: Individualisation

    The high-grade material mix lends the interior of the S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG a definite dynamic touch as an option – and subtly alludes to AMG's eminently successful motorsport heritage.
  • Page 25 Mercedes-Benz is offering for the first time a high-end equipment package for the S 63 AMG with a long wheelbase and the S 65 AMG – all in the shape of designo Selection. Customers are able to configure their S-Class according to their per- sonal preferences and taste from all the designo paint finishes, designo leather colours and designo wood trim options.
  • Page 26 Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Engine Number of cylinders/ arrange- ment Displacement Bore x stroke Rated output kW/hp Rated torque Compression ratio Mixture preparation Power transmission Drive system Transmission Ratios Final drive 1st gear 2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear...
  • Page 27 * electronically limited; ** acc. to VDA measuring method; *** incl. 75 kg for driver and luggage Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany Mercedes-Benz – A Daimler Brand 12/V, 3 valves per cylinder 5980 82.6 x 93.0 450/612 at 4800-5100 rpm 1000* at 2000-4000 rpm 9.0 : 1...

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