The German tuning firm Brabus recently got together with the electric car builders at Tesla to produce a very special zero emissions Smart Fortwo. The Brabus Ultimate High Voltage is a high performance electric vehicle based on the popular city car from Mercedes Benz. The tuning house Brabus has a long history taking high end luxury cars to new heights with bold exterior treatments as well as extremely plush interiors, that is why Tesla Motors was included in order to give the all electric Smart Fortwo an extra jolt of adrenaline.
The Ultimate High Voltage is powered by a very special electric motor that was developed with the help of the American electric sports car maker that produces a maximum output of 82 HP and a peak of 207 lb-ft of torque which helps the 1,600 pound Smart sprint from 0 to 38.5 MPH in just 3.7 seconds and hit 60 MPH from a standstill in under 9.8 seconds.
The exterior of the Brabus Ultimate High Voltage is painted in a very unique shade of cream called matte Tridionzelle and features a few distinct touches like LED driving lights integrated into the front bumper as well as meaty Widestar fender flares and side skirts and a set of 18 inch split five spoke rims wearing transparent Plexiglas covers to get as much milage as possible from the electric Smart car.
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The german tuning firm Brabus unveiled the Ultimate R, a tuning package based on the Smart Fortwo at the Frankfurt Motor Show last week. With the help of a few Brabus modifications, the engine now delivers 112 HP and 111 lb-ft of torque and can go from 0 to 60 MPH in 9.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 106 MPH. The Ultimate R sets itself apart from lesser Smart cars with a set of bold fender flares, unique rims as well as some additional exterior accessories.
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With a limited production run of only 10 units, the new Brabus E V12 Black Baron is indeed a car for the powerful. In short, the black Benz can simply be described by the numbers: 800 HP, 1047 lb-ft of torque, 217 MPH top speed and a price of $875,000. It is no wonder why they only made 10, that much Mercedes only belongs in the hands of a few.
The Brabus E V12 Black Baron is based on the new 2010 E-Class and in true Brabus fashion, a 6.3 Liter biturbo V12 has been shoehorned into place where the standard 5.5 Liter 8 cylinder mill would have sat. As part of the Brabus power package, the engine includes a ram air induction system, a quad tipped exhaust and a reprogrammed engine computer to get the most from the new power plant.
On the outside the German tuner has added a redesined front bumper, bolder front fenders, aggressive side sills and an aerodynamic inspired set of rear wheel covers. There is a more pronounced spoiler mounted on top of the trunk and a carbon fiber diffuser underneath.
Aside from the body modifications, the E V12’s performance has also been improved considerably: the Brabus E V12 rockets from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.7 seconds, hit 125 MPH in about 10 seconds while on its way to a top speed of 217 MPH, or even 230 MPH if you can persuade them to remove the electronic limiter.
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Brabus is preparing to smash a new world record at the Frankfurt Motor Show with the unveiling of the SV12 R - the world’s fastest and most powerful luxury sedan. Based on the latest Mercedes S 600 facelift, the SV12 R develops 750 hp and can hit a top speed of 211 mph.
In order to obtain the power increase, Brabus added larger turbochargers, a more efficient intercooling system and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with four tailpipes and metal catalysts with low back pressure. As a result the engine delivers 750 hp at 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of 995 lb-ft at 2,100 rpm. The SV12 R sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds, can hit the 124 mph barrier after just 11.9 seconds and is electronically limited to a top speed of 211 mph.
Next to this immense power upgrade, the SV12 R also adds custom-tailored front aluminum sport fenders that replace their production counterparts, an air vent made from clear-coated carbon and a horizontal brace that spans the outlet with embossed BRABUS signet and integrated LED lights, BRABUS rocker panels that feature integrated entrance lights and light-alloy wheels with diameters ranging from 17 to 21 inches.
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Brabus is getting into the spirit of celebration, they are celebrating 30 years of the G Wagon with a modified version that bests what Mercedes and even AMG have to offer. The Brabus G V12 S bi-turbo showcases the latest in the German tuner’s automotive arsenal. The aftermarket manufacturer has a long tradition of modifying Mercedes Benz models with high-performance 12 cylinder engines and this variation of the G Wagon is no different.
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One of the most well-known tuners in Germany, Brabus, proposed a special work for the new Mercedes SL-Class. The biggest change represents the 730hp high performance engine of found also on the Brabus Rocket. The powerful engine inforces a five-speed automatic transmission and a special Brabus limited-slip differential. The package is completed with a new sports exhaust system, a special suspension kit and a high performance brake system. With all this added the SL can reach now 0-60mph (0-100km/h) in just 4 seconds flat and up to 124 mph(200km/h) in 10.5 seconds with a top speed of 219 mph.
The body kit was aerodynamically-enhanced due to a very customized look completed by Brabus. The front bumper was replaced by the front apron and features LED daytime tunning lights and high beam and fog lights. The rocker panels have three entrance lights which illuminate the floor around the vehicle. The interior of the SL also receives the an increased level of luxury.
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Although only a month have passed since the launch of the facelifted Mercedes SL-Class, Brabus unveiled its latest body kit for the latest coupe cabriolet from the German manufacturer: the R230. The new body kit features a two-piece 20” forged Monoblock VI alloy wheels, a completely new front bumper and re-designed rear diffuser which includes an upgraded exhaust system. Another premiere would be also the daytime running lights which include the LED technology.
Brabus did not reveal any technical specs, but if we look at the 730 hp V12 engine of the previous Brabus SL that was able to hit 100 km/h in less than 4 seconds and had a top speed limited to 350 km/h, the performances of the new vehicle will be way better than these.
Due to the recently launch of the face-lifted Mercedes SLK, Brabus unveiled its new version of the little coupe cabriolet. Powered by a 6.1 liter V8 engine capable of delivering 445 hp the car can sprint from 0-100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds while the top speed is of 305 km/h.
For the updated SLK Brabus offers various alloy wheels with diameters of 17, 18 and 19 inches. The vehicle features specially calibrated suspensions, lowering the car by 30 millimeters in order to make the car more stable at high speeds.
On the inside, the German tuner offers highly polished stainless-steel scuff plates with illuminated Brabus logo, Mastik leather and Alcantara and a special designed speedometer with 330 km/h dial.
As usual, Brabus bring nice and clean style with unrestricted top speed.
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Brabus unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show the Bullit Black Arrow, a tuning kit based on the E-Class. The Bullit Black Arrow will be priced at 348,000 euro.
It is powered by a twin-turbo V12 engine that delivers 720 hp at just 5,100 rpm and a peak torque of 811 lb-ft. Performance is staggering: 3.9 seconds from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph), 24.5 seconds for 0 – 300 km/h (186 mph) and a top speed of more than 360 km/h (225 mph).
The visual appearance of the BRABUS BULLIT BLACK ARROW is further characterized by the new aluminum hood. Its integrated ’gills’ are not just distinctive features, they also ensure the engine’s thermal health.
The wheel arch flares provide space for especially wide matte-black BRABUS Monoblock S light-alloy wheels with high-performance tires from technology partners YOKOHAMA or Pirelli. The 9.5Jx19 wheels on the front axle are shod with size 265/30 ZR 19 tires. The rear axle is fitted with size 10Jx19 wheels and size 285/30 ZR 19 tires.
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Brabus will unveil at the Geneva Motor Show the SLR McLaren roadster, a tuning kit inspired by the yacht design. The supercar is priced at 699,000 Euros, and when buying it you will get an extra BRABUS ULTIMATE 112, a tuning kit based on the Smart Fortwo.
The tuning kit for the 5.5-liter supercharged engine consists of special camshafts and a fuel-cooling system. Power output increases by 24 hp / 18 kW to 650 hp (641 hp SAE net) / 478 kW at 6,500 rpm. BRABUS also offers a special clutch-type limited-slip differential with a locking rate of 40 percent for the SLR. It optimizes traction and thus acceleration performance further: The tuned SLR Roadster rockets from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 337 km/h (211 mph).
The ULTIMATE 112 produces a maximum power output of 112 hp (110 hp SAE net) / 82.4 kW at 5,600 rpm. Even more important for everyday driving is the peak torque of 150 Nm, available on a plateau from 3,330 to 3,900 rpm, an exceptional figure for a car in its class.
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