BRABUS Mercedes GLE 63
- Power upgrade to 515 kW / 700 HP, 960 Nm, 300-km/h top speed
- Carbon design, king-sized wheels and BRABUS fine leather
World premiere at the Geneva Motor Show 2016: Now there is an exclusive BRABUS refinement program for the five-door version of the Mercedes GLE 63.
BRABUS offers a performance upgrade to 515 kW / 700 HP (690 bhp), 960 Nm (708 lb-ft) of torque and a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). The bodywork can be upgraded with sporty carbon aerodynamic-enhancement components and tailor-made BRABUS Monoblock wheels with diameters of up to 23 inches. Another focal point lies in interior refinement.
The new B63S - 700 performance kit from BRABUS significantly boosts the power and torque of the 5.5-liter twin-turbo engine in the GLE 63 S Coupe and SUV, which in standard specification is rated at 430 kW / 585 HP (576 bhp). Boosting the output by 85 kW / 115 HP (114 bhp) necessitates numerous modifications to the peripherals of the turbocharged eight-cylinder four-valve engine. While the intake and charge-air pipes immediately attract attention due to their BRABUS Gold Heat Reflection sheathing, other important details of the conversion remain hidden from view. These include the two BRABUS special turbochargers with larger compressor unit, which generate a higher boost pressure than the production turbos.
The standard emission control system is replaced with an exhaust system featuring free-flow metal catalysts and down pipes with a diameter of 75 millimeters (3 in). In addition, a BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust system with actively controlled butterfly valves is available for all GLE 63 models. It gives drivers the option of choosing between a subtle “Coming Home” mode and a markedly sporty exhaust note at the touch of a button on the steering wheel.
2016 BRABUS Mercedes-AMG GLE 63
The interplay of all high-performance components was perfectly coordinated with new mapping for ignition and injection by the BRABUS engine and electronics engineers using state-of-the-art test benches and test runs on public roads and racetracks. The result is an optimal blend of outstanding performance and impeccable stability.
As the model name BRABUS 700 indicates, the driver of the exclusive SUV has command over 515 kW / 700 HP (690 bhp) between 5,300 and 5,800 rpm. Just as impressive is the increase in peak torque to 960 Nm (708 lb-ft), which is on tap between 2,000 and 4,500 rpm.
The combination of the sheer power of the BRABUS 700 engine and the SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC transmission results in performance on the level of sports cars. From rest, the all-wheel-drive car accelerates to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.0 seconds. The BRABUS Vmax unit included in the engine conversion boosts the top speed to 300 km/h (186 mph).
Anyone looking for even more performance can opt for a BRABUS 850 6.0 Biturbo 4x4 supercar based on the GLE 63. Its twin-turbo V8 engine with an increased displacement of six liters (366 cu in) produces a gigantic power output of 625 kW / 850 HP (838 bhp) and a peak torque of 1,450 Nm (1,069 lb-ft). This supercar accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.8 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 320 km/h (200 mph).
Following the aerodynamic-enhancement kit for the GLE 63 Coupe, the BRABUS designers have now also developed carbon bodywork components for the five-door SUV version of the GLE 63. The BRABUS front spoiler lip, which attaches to the lower section of the bumper, upgrades the SUV visually and reduces lift on the front axle at high speeds, thus further optimizing handling stability. The side air intakes in the front bumper are upgraded with tailor-made air deflectors with integrated LED side markers.
The rear of the GLE 63 receives some added sporty character with the BRABUS diffuser. In addition, the naked carbon component also provides the perfect backdrop for the high-performance exhaust system’s two ceramic-coated designer tailpipes sporting the BRABUS logo. The BRABUS roof spoiler visually rounds off the upgraded rear end and reduces aerodynamic lift at high speeds as well.
BRABUS alloy wheels for all GLE 63 models are available in various designs and sizes with diameters of 21, 22 and even 23 inches. As an illustration of the most exclusive option, BRABUS “PLATINUM EDITION” high-tech forged wheels of size 11Jx23, the show car in Geneva features wheels in Monoblock R design. The new BRABUS Monoblock T 10Jx22 five-spoke wheels with carbon-look inlays are on display as the 22-inch alternative. BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA supply the high-performance tires perfectly matched to the particular wheels.
A special BRABUS control module for the AIRMATIC air suspension lowers the ride height of the high-performance SUV by about 35 millimeters (1.4 in). This gives the all-wheel-drive car a more thrilling appearance and lowers its center of gravity for further enhanced driving dynamics.
Of course, exclusive BRABUS fine leather interiors are also available for the new Mercedes GLE 63. The lineup of options ranges from completing the production leather appointments to a completely newly designed interior in any desired color and with a wide variety of upholstery designs.
In addition, the BRABUS product lineup also includes carbon and wood trim sets in a wide range of colors and with various grains and surface finishes. For people looking to add a maritime touch to their GLE, BRABUS offers the perfect solution with a precious-wood cargo floor in yachting design.
Other exclusive features of the refinement program for the Mercedes GLE-Class are custom accessories such as aluminum door-lock pins and pedals as well as stainless-steel scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo, whose colors change in sync with the interior ambience lighting.
