GL63 AMG (Germany, 2012)

The Mercedes GL63 AMG is a full-size, seven-passenger SUV that will become available in November. The SUV is fitted with a bi-turbo, 5.5l V8 engine with 557hp and 760Nm of torque.

"The new GL 63 AMG completes our performance-oriented all-wheel drive offering. In addition to the ML 63 AMG all-rounder and the recently unveiled, characterful G 63 AMG and G 65 AMG models, the GL 63 AMG places particular emphasis on dynamism and style. Combining the first-rate comfort of the S-Class with the performance of an AMG sports saloon, the GL 63 AMG is unique in its segment," said Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

The direct-injected engine uses 12.3l/100km and emits 288g/km of CO2, but it will accelerate the behemoth to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds with an electronically-limited top speed of 250km/h. The transmission is Mercedes 7G-Tronic, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that includes Eco, Manual and Sport modes.

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