All of you know the Mercedes G-Class! Brabus knows it too, very well, but it never stops unveiling upgraded versions of the off-road vehicle. The latest version is powered by the 5.5 liter V8 engine capable of delivering 550 hp and 780 Nm of torque. With this amount of power the car can sprint from 0-100 km/h in less than 5 seconds while the top speed is limited to 250 km/h. As you can see the car is a black superlative: black windows, black colour, black wheels and a black interior with black leather. No words about the price yet!
The G-Class was launched almost three decades ago and since then was a very successful model. For the 2009 model year, the G-Class will receive a new update, and here are the first details.
The SUV was changed, very subtle, to bring the SUV’s styling more in line with its younger siblings. Most notably, a new grille featuring three louvres has been added, replacing the former model’s seven or so louvres.
Another significant change to the 2009 G-Class is in terms of power for the G500. Thanks to Mercedes’ M 273 M55 KE V8, output is boosted to 285 kW (388 PS), while torque is increased to 530 Nm. Power for the G55 AMG increases as well, with total output now weighing in at 373 kW (507 PS).
And finally, the last major changes for the 2009 G-Class are in terms of equipment. New Telematics systems, new wheels and various electronics options are all available to ensure a superb level of luxury and comfort.
ART Tuning released the performance kit “A55K” for the G 55 K. After optimizing the supercharger ratio and the engine management system, the engine’s output goes up from 476 bhp to an impressive 580 bhp. The torque increases from 700 to 790 Nm.
At the same time, A.R.T. also overrides the Vmax limit. As regards the gasoline engines, A.R.T. also takes account of the G 55 (performance boost by means of a supercharger to 440 bhp and 597 Nm) and G 500 (also with a supercharger: 402 bhp; 683 Nm). In terms of the diesels, thanks to A.R.T. DieselPower, the power classes 293 bhp (G 400 CDI, 624 Nm), 261 bhp (G 320 CDI, 600 Nm) and 192 bhp (G 270 CDI, 468 Nm) are possible.
The G-Model owes its new look to a large extent to the A.R.T. “monoART1” wheel rim in a 10x22 inch design, which is usually fitted as part of complete sets of wheels. This 10-spoke wheel rim is available in a stylish TITANIUM finish. A.R.T. also, however, offers its customers a range of different finishes. The wheel rim is fitted with size 285/35-22 tires.
In future, Pope Benedict XVI will present himself to the 40,000 or so pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square in a shining white, open-top Mercedes-Benz G-Class during his public audiences on Wednesdays. The new "Popemobile" was created over a two-year development period in close consultation with the Vatican, and has now been personally handed over to the Holy Father. > More
Mercedes-Benz has refined its G-Class yet again. The interior has been injected with fresh appeal courtesy of a new, high-grade instrument cluster, an attractively styled steering wheel which is also new, as well as a modified centre console with redesigned switches plus a new-look control unit for the air conditioning. Outside, the latest generation of the G-Class can be identified by the design of its tail light units with their sophisticated LED look. These facelift measures see Mercedes-Benz hold true to its philosophy of making sure that this classic vehicle - which has been in production for over quarter of a century now - is equipped with a comfortable, up-to-date interior on a par with the best saloons, along with state-of-the-art technology. By so doing, it preserves the exclusive status of the G-Class as a full-blooded cross-country vehicle blended with the very finest lifestyle qualities. > More
What is perhaps the strongest character in the Mercedes-AMG model range has been given a shot in the arm. Increased to 368 kW/500 hp, the output of the G 55 AMG now exceeds that of the predecessor model by 18 kW/24 hp. At the same time this classic cross-country vehicle has been treated to enhanced standard equipment which includes new AMG light-alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlamps, foglamps with a cornering light function and new paint finishes with greater scratch resistance, based on (...) > More
The legendary G-Class is entering its 27th year of production bristling with new energy. Even after its latest rejuvenation cure this classic cross-country vehicle still retains its striking figure and the highly robust foundations on which it has stood since 1979. In this most recent stage in its evolution, this ancestor of all Mercedes-Benz SUVs has acquired an ultra-modern diesel powerplant. The G 320 CDI has an output of 165 kW/224 hp, is fitted as standard with a diesel particulate filter and complies with the strict EU4 exhaust emission limits.
DaimlerChrysler offers a series of sport utility vehicles to the public under the Mercedes-Benz brand as G-Class. Commonly referred to as the G-Wagen, short for Geländewagen (or Cross-Country Vehicle), Mercedes secured military contracts for the vehicle in the late 1970s and offered a civilian version to the public in 1979. Never an entirely Mercedes product, the G-Wagen was a joint Steyr-Daimler-Puch development and are assembled by Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria > More
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is about to receive 1200 specially made Mercedes G-Wagon for their fleet. The first prototypes will be tested in 2010, with deliveries of production models to take place between 2011 and 2013.
The new purpose-built cross-country vehicles will replace the ADF’s existing tactical vehicle fleet, and their entry into Australia’s military is the result of a large-scale project by the ADF. Internally coded as ‘Land 121’ but more commonly referred to as ‘Project Overlander’, the transition updates all existing Australian military field vehicles and trailers with up-to-date modern versions. It is one of the ADF’s largest peace-time projects.
The contract will see the delivery of 1200 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon off-road models, supplied in a number of variants. These include two- and four-door station wagons in 4×4 configuration, 4×4 cab-chassis utility vehicles, and purpose-built 6×6 models in both single- and dual-cab chassis. It also includes a specialised 6×6 surveillance and reconnaissance version for use in northern Australia.
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