Earlier this week Brabus treated us to the Smart
ForTwo-based 125R, and now they have moved to the opposite site of Daimler’s
spectrum: the all-new Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The version chosen is a G500,
which packs a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 with 421 PS and 609 Nm of torque.
Thanks to the tuner’s plug-and-play module adapted
to the ECU, the output has gone up to 500 PS and 710 Nm of torque. Brabus says the muscled up G500 sprints to 100 km/h in 5.7 sec, while top speed remains the same, at 210 km/h.
Brabus paid extra care to the exterior design of the
G-Class, which has a new carbon hood, complete with a functional scoop that
actually cools the engine, and other parts made from carbon. Optimizing the
illumination on the road are two sets of twelve LEDs, and just in case you’ll
find yourself stranded in a very dark place, the auxiliary lights should come
in handy.
The SUV gets a selection of 20- to 23-inch wheels,
with the most exclusive ones being called ‘Brabus Platinum Edition’, shod with
305/35 Continental, Pirelli or Yokohama tires.
With the Brabus-tuned Mercedes-Benz G500, you won’t
disturb your neighbors, as the new stainless steel exhaust system with actively
controlled flaps and two chrome tailpipes on each side features a ‘Coming Home’
mode.
For the right sum, the tuner will upgrade the cabin,
too, offering a selection of leather and Alcantara trim tailored to customer
preferences. Wood and carbon fiber elements are present inside as well, joined
by scuff plates with a backlit Brabus logo and aluminum pedals.
