The new Mercedes-AMG G 63 is officially unveiled and ready for its public premiere on the podium at the Geneva International Motor Show in March 2018.
In the review, we will introduce you to the technical specifications, equipment, price, photo and video new Mercedes-AMG G 63 (Gelendvagen) of a chic German SUV.
The new version of the "charged" Gelendvagen is equipped with a 582-horsepower 4.0 V8 biturbo engine, which accelerates a German SUV weighing 2485 kg in just 4.5 seconds. The maximum speed of the "mad" Gelendvagen is 220 km / h, and with the AMG Driver's Package 240 km / h.
Start of sales of the new Mercedes AMG G 63 will start in early summer 2018 by price from 160,000 euros.
When the Germans brought the new Mercedes G-Class to Detroit in mid-January 2018, representatives concern Daimler announced that soon model line replenished more available versions new items with diesel and petrol V6. But German manufacturer did not waste time on trifles and just a few weeks later presented the Gelendvagen - the Mercedes-AMG G 63 with a special character.
Reviews have already been presented with detailed description interior and technical part of a chic German SUV, and now we just have to figure out how the AMG G63 differs from the standard version of the Mercedes G 500 and we will start with the most important thing - technical equipment novelties.
Specifications
Mercedes-AMG G 63 2018-2019.
The engine compartment of the G 63 has the same engine as the G 500 - it's a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo petrol, only with more power 585 Horse power and 850 Nm of torque, paired with a 9-speed AMG Speedshift TCT 9G. The engine is equipped with the AMG Cylinder Management system, which disables part of the cylinders at low loads, such a system, according to the manufacturer, helps to ensure fuel consumption in the combined driving mode at a level of 13.2 liters.
Despite the fact that the heavy SUV with a curb weight of 2485 kg has an impressive acceleration to the first hundred in just 4.5 seconds and a high maximum speed of 220 km/h with the optional AMG package Driver's Package The electronic collar of the new Mercedes-AMG G 63 can be loosened up to top speed 240 km/h.
The transmission of the more aggressive Gelendvagen is an AMG Performance 4Matic all-wheel drive with AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers, and another one has been added to the standard Comfort, Sport, Eco, Individual and G-Mode modes additional mode Sport Plus (hard sports mode, providing even peregazovki when changing gears).
Having dealt with the technology of the new Mercedes-AMG G 63, it's time to get acquainted with original parts on the body and chic Mercedes-Benz interior G-class new generations (there are rumors that there will be no more versions of the Mercedes-AMG G 65).
The new G 63 has not so many differences compared to the regular G 500, but they are very stylish - this is a grille with vertical slats with the AMG inscription, front bumper with large air intakes, extended wheel arches in which are placed wheel disks 21" and 22" sizes and fittings exhaust pipes sticking out from under the thresholds.
The interior of the new Mercedes-AMG G 63 is almost the same as the less powerful Mercedes-Benz G 500, except only the original leather-trimmed multifunction steering wheel with cut-off rim, front-row multi-contour seats with automatic bolster and lumbar adjustment, memory settings, ventilation and massage. There are also high-quality finishing materials (aluminum, carbon, Alcantara and Nappa), a premium Burmester audio system, three-zone climate control and, of course, 12.3-inch color multifunction displays.
Gelendevagen can already be ordered in Russia, although so far the price has been set for only one modification. SUV Mercedes-Benz The G 500 with a V8 4.0 petrol biturbo engine (422 hp) and a nine-speed “automatic” is rated at least 8 million 950 thousand rubles. Formally, the “500th” has risen in price by a symbolic 30 thousand, but a few months ago the previous generation all-terrain vehicle cost 8 million 380 thousand, so the difference is a significant 570 thousand rubles.
Mercedes-Benz G 500 as standard
Recall new G-class even though it looks like old model, but got a wider body with aluminum attachments, a modified frame, front independent suspension and a completely different interior. Directly from the machine of the previous generation, only three parts migrated: door handles, spare tire cover and headlight washer jets. However, Gelik still has a serious transmission with permanent all-wheel drive (the central differential divides the moment in a ratio of 40:60 in favor of rear axle) and locks of all three differentials. At the same time, the Mercedes G 500 can accelerate to “hundreds” in 5.9 seconds and reach a speed of 210 km / h.
The starter kit includes leather interior, electric front seats and steering column, climate control, media system, 18-inch wheels, light and rain sensors. Options are expensive: for example, body kit AMG Line costs 289 thousand rubles, adaptive suspension- 122 thousand, matrix headlights Multibeam - 108 thousand, virtual instrument cluster - 80 thousand rubles.
Deliveries of new Gelendevagens to Russian dealers will begin in June. At the same time, the “charged” should arrive in time, although its price will be announced a little later. For reference, the "sixty-third" of the last generation cost us from 12.2 million rubles. Well, the simplest diesel Gelik will have to wait until 2019.
Available corporate steering wheel with touchpads, a handrail on the front panel for the passenger, a pair of cup holders on the central tunnel and a wide armrest with a double flap covering a huge box, original control units for the power window and differential locks, door cards with massive armrests, front seat control units (electric drive, heating, ventilation , massage, dynamic lateral support - available as an option) and uncomfortable handles, similar, by the way, to the interior handles of Moskvich-2141. The front panel and center console are somewhat straight forward, but this configuration allows for a more correct and convenient placement of all equipment and controls.
Interestingly, the manufacturer intentionally equips the novelty with ancient, large and brutal external door handles, and the doors themselves close with a rough metallic sound. It’s only a pity that, having survived the generation change, the Mercedes G-class never received a handrail on the front of the driver’s side - climbing into the cabin, like on an SUV of the previous generation, you have to grab onto the steering wheel rim. Having settled in a comfortable chair, we reveal that we are located as high as in the cabin of our predecessor, while tilting windshield practically has not changed, which cannot be said about a clear increase in the width of the car's interior.
- The manufacturer's claims for a larger cabin look modest: shoulder width has increased by 38 mm in the first row and 27 mm in the second row, elbow width has increased by 68 mm in front and 56 mm in the rear. Legroom for second-row passengers has increased by as much as 150 mm. But in fact, sitting in the cabin of the new Gelendvagen is much more convenient than inside the frankly close predecessor, who is preparing to retire.
Further - even more pleasant trifles. Now the space for a comfortable and natural position of the right leg is just an ocean, from now on there is no need to bend the leg in order to press the accelerator pedal. Although there simply shouldn’t have been such nuances in a car with such a price tag, it’s not clear how the owners Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463 put up with this inconvenience. The automatic transmission control joystick is located on the steering column, and the electric drive button parking brake nestled at the bottom of the front panel under the headlight control unit. The quality of materials in the interior of the new Gelendvagen is incommensurably higher than in the interior of an SUV that is being poisoned for a well-deserved rest after so many long years of production.
Of the equipment, we want to note two color 12.3-displays (in the database, however, there is only one screen, and of a smaller size, and the instrument panel is a regular analog one). Two-zone or three-zone climate control, simple but comfortable seats for the driver and front passenger With electric drive adjustments or advanced multi-circuit, a platform for wireless charging smartphones, a standard 7-speaker audio system and an optional Burmester premium audio system with 16 sound points, huge selection options for personalizing the interior by selecting finishing materials (genuine leather, Alcantara, Nappa, precious woods, aluminum and carbon).
It remains only to add that the passengers of the second row are allocated not only more legroom, but the rear sofa itself is set lower for more comfortable accommodation. The back of the rear seats folds in a 40/60 ratio, thus significantly increasing the already huge trunk of an SUV. Door luggage compartment, of course, is equipped with an electric drive, with a contactless opening function, and as a bonus, it received a lot of pockets for small things.
Specifications Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W464) 2018-2019.
New Gelandewagen retained the design with a powerful spar frame and a full-fledged four-wheel drive, supplemented by differential locks, but ... got a new independent front suspension, steering with electric amplifier and pneumatic doughs in the suspension. At the same time, having changed the generation, the SUV became noticeably wider, dropped the extra one thanks to widespread use aluminum parts, and got more economical motors. We will tell you more about the technology of the new Gelendvagen immediately after the premiere of the new product at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2018.
Which is rightfully called by many the Japanese Glendvagen. I think it's time to talk about the original, especially since at the very beginning of this year it was presented new generation this legendary car.
In this article, I will introduce you to the history, technical specifications, equipment, prices for the Mercedes-Benz G-class, and, of course, numerous photos are waiting for you, where you can visually evaluate this famous SUV.
Model history
The history of the appearance of this jeep is very extraordinary and very interesting. Initially, the Mercedes concern was not going to produce SUVs at all, since it was, let's say, non-core products for them, but the then Shah of Iran Reza Pahlavi played a decisive role in this matter, who in 1972 ordered the development of an SUV from German company for the needs of the Iranian army. Since the Germans had no development experience, it was decided to carry it out together with the Austrian company Steyr-Daimler-Puch. Looking ahead, I will say that the Austrians will also produce this model.
By the way, it is quite possible that the Germans would have refused, citing non-core products, but they could not do this, since the Iranian Shah was on the board of directors of Mercedes and was the owner of 18% of the company's shares.
Lyrical digression. The fact that Mercedes had no experience in the production of SUVs is of course a fact. Although before the advent of the classic G-class, the Germans produced all-wheel drive car with the same name. This car bore the name Mercedes-Benz G4 and was produced from 1934 to 1939. This model was three-axle and is well known to fans military history from photographs of the Second World War, which she often fell into.
But before the war, of course, there was a completely different Mercedes and completely different people worked in it, who were no longer there in the 70s.
By 1977, in general, the development of the car was completed, and the construction of a plant for the production of an SUV began in the Austrian city of Graz. In 1979, the novelty was officially introduced. And in the same year, the Islamic Revolution broke out in Iran, and the main customer of the Zhe-classes withdrew.
But this did not affect the plans of the Germans in any way, since they initially were not going to send all the cars to Iran, but put some of them on the market.
Since 1979, official Mercedes-Benz sales G class.
First generation Mercedes-Benz G-class
The first generation of the famous German jeep was produced in two versions: long wheelbase and short wheelbase. The short-wheelbase version was produced with a three-door.
The brutal German SUV immediately became popular among buyers and was sold in decent numbers. This generation of the SUV wore the factory index W460.
In addition, he managed to make a mark on the race tracks, in 1983 this car became the winner of the world-famous Paris-Dakar rally-raid.
In the course of the release of the first generation, it was constantly modernized and improved. Changed power units, gearboxes. In 1985 it was discontinued three-door version.
In a word, having stood on the assembly line for more than 10 years, in 1990 the first generation of Gelika replaced the second.
Second generation Mercedes-Benz G-class
The second generation of the Zhe-class bore the factory index W463. It was this generation that gained the widest fame in our country and became a symbol of brutality and machismo. These cars were driven by bandits and guards of the oligarchs, but what about the oligarchs, until very recently even the security of the President of Russia drove the Gelikas.
This generation was produced in three body styles. In addition to the five-door, the three-door version was again revived, but in addition to it, the production of open-top versions was also launched.
The entire period of his produced by Mercedes-Benz G-class has been constantly upgraded. It was just the same huge number of different engines. There were 23 of them in total.
Since the beginning of the 21st century, such, let's say, a non-core car has received a charged version, which was produced by the AMG department. The appearance of this car was influenced by the charged Porsche crossover Cayenne, or rather its popularity. It became clear to Stuttgart residents that charged off-road vehicles are also in demand.
In addition, it was the second generation that began to be actively tuned. And, basically, it was tuned not in terms of increasing off-road properties, like most jeeps, but in terms of increasing engine power and speed of the car, which at first glance was not at all intended for speed records.
True, the Gelik modernizers did not live at the same speed, there were, let's say, standard options for upgrading an SUV. That is, it was modernized not in terms of increasing speed, but, as it should be, to modernize SUVs, making a real off-road conqueror out of a car. Since 2012, the factory version of such a car, which was called the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Professional, began to be produced.
In addition, quite exotic versions of the G-Class were produced, looking at which even the donor was practically not guessed. One of the most exotic, produced Italian bodywork Atelier Ares design. The car was called the Mercedes-Benz Ares Design X-Raid.
On this car, the Italians completely changed all the body panels. In addition, in terms of greater luxury, the interior was also redone. As for the power unit, an uprated engine from the G 63 AMG model with a volume of 5.5 liters and a power of 760 hp was installed on the machine. (for the original mercedes benz G 63 AMG engine was rated at 571 hp). The price of this exclusive car was the corresponding 700,000 dollars and the sales circulations were corresponding. In fairness, it is worth noting that the Italians do not voice data on the number of cars sold. But I think they are unlikely to exceed a few dozen pieces.
Thus, the Mercedes-Benz G-class has become one of the longest-running models of the global automotive industry, of those that were on the assembly line in the 21st century. The car was produced for almost 30 years, and it is quite possible that it would have been sold for the same amount, but the number of technological changes in the world in the automotive industry has accumulated so much that in the 10s of the 21st century it already looked like a frank dinosaur, and these changes were required to implement the machine.
Third generation Mercedes-Benz G-class
At the end of 2012, the Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force concept car was presented at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The car had a lot of technical "chips", but most importantly, the Germans said that this was a prototype of the future "Zhe-class" of the third generation.
Despite your pleasant appearance, a hail of criticism fell upon the concept. Both automotive journalists and ordinary visitors said that this car could be anything but the future Gelik. In the remnant that was presented in Los Angeles, there is no hint of the spirit of a real German jeep.
Well, the Germans wanted to check the public's reaction to the appearance of the new Gelendvagen and they checked it, and as you know, a negative result is the same result. But whatever it was, Mercedes engineers and designers decided not to revolutionize the appearance of their iconic car.
Appearance
At first glance, the German novelty has not undergone any changes, you can even play the game - "find 10 differences." On the one hand, this is true, but really, from the previous generation on the car, only the door handles, spare wheel cover and headlight washer nozzles, all other parts are completely new.
The car even has new dimensions. Now they are:
- Length - 4715 mm;
- Width - 1881 mm;
- Ground clearance - 241 mm.
What is important, now "Gelik" has become larger than its predecessor. 53 mm long and 121 mm wide.
This increase is especially noticeable inside the car, which has become frankly more spacious.
Another of the changes in the front can be seen if you compare the profiles of the old and new "Gelika". This is a slightly larger front overhang. This was done to improve pedestrian safety.
Also, for the sake of pedestrians, German designers have developed cunning repeaters of turns that fall into the wing during contact, thus not injuring a pedestrian in the event of a collision with him.
Another change by which the new Zhe-class can be distinguished from the old one is the absence of a windshield seal.
Despite the fact that the shape of the headlights has not changed, they received modern LED filling.
Actually, this is all that can be said about the front of the car, which basically has not changed, but due to the increased length of the hood, nevertheless, it has slightly changed its appearance. But these changes will be noticed only by the owners of "Geliki" and fans of this model. We turn to the review of the lateral projection of the car.
Here too, the changes are barely noticeable. First of all, you can notice significantly reduced gaps between all body elements. You can also pay attention to the fact that all doors have rounded corners, unlike those of their predecessor.
Well last change, this is a new location for the tank hatch, now it has moved under the last side glass.
As for the rear, here all the changes are also in the optics area, or rather in its content. Like the front rear optics"Same-class" LED.
Summarizing my impressions exterior Mercedes-Benz G-Class, I would like to note that as the German SUV was a cube, it remained a cube. And it seems to me that this is good, there are already enough various remnants on the roads.
Interior
If outwardly the German classic jeep has not changed much, then inside the changes are simply gigantic. Now there is no trace of the former asceticism army car, now inside the "Gelika" is the realm of ultra-modern luxury.
On expensive trim levels Gelendvagen, the front panel will look like one huge LCD display. Similar to what competitors from Wolfsburg did on their own. True, in reality it is not one, but two displays with a diagonal of 12.3 inches.
The Gelendvagens are simpler and the front panel is appropriate. She has only one 12.3-inch LCD display, and there are analog scales on the instrument panel.
If we compare the front panels of the past and the current "Geliki", then it is also striking that a completely new and very beautiful design of the deflectors climate system. The new, multifunction steering wheel and transmission and gearbox controls on the center console are also very modern.
By the way, now most of the transmission controls are carried out using buttons. There is a downshift button on the center console. And three huge buttons located between ventilation deflectors, responsible for locking differentials
As for finishing materials, they are traditionally the best, high-quality plastic, leather, expensive wood veneer and polished metal. All these materials are very stylishly combined in the interior of the new Gelendvagen, creating a feeling of luxury.
Options and electronic assistants
Such solid car, which without a doubt is the updated Mercedes-Benz G-Class, has the widest range of electronic options and electronic assistants. In principle, for the sake of their installation on a car, in many respects, modernization was carried out.
Today, the updated Gelik has the following systems:
- Multifunctional electronic instrument panel;
- Seats with electric adjustments and massage system;
- Contactless opening of the fifth door;
- Multimedia system with 7 speakers;
- Climate control:
- Intelligent high beam system;
- Attention Assist driver monitoring system;
- Active Lane Keeping Assist lane control system;
- Pre-Safe road hazard warning system;
- System automatic start janitors;
- System of keyless start of the car Start/Stop.
And that's not all electronic systems new Gelendvagen. Of course, most of these systems, such as completely digital panel devices are available for a surcharge, but it seems that the G-Class base will often not be bought.
Actually, that's all I wanted to tell you about the electronics of the German novelty, let's move on to its most interesting technical content.
Technical filling
New Mercedes-Benz G-Class as it was, and remains frame SUV. True, the frame for it was developed anew, as before, of a ladder type, with the widespread introduction of high-strength steels.
The front suspension is fully independent, made on the basis of double wishbones. Rear, dependent, made on the basis of a continuous bridge. If the front suspension is attached to the frame directly without a subframe, then the rear is mounted on four trailing arms and Panhard thrust.
As for the suspension itself, the Gelika has it all spring. Brakes are disc everywhere. The power steering of the new German SUV is electric.
As before, the car is all-wheel drive, equipped with three locking differentials at once, the control buttons of which were mentioned in the description of the interior. About availability low gear, as mentioned above, it remains only to add that it has gear ratio 2,93.
In addition to standard mechanical systems suspension control on the German novelty, there are also electronic systems. These systems automatically change the characteristics of the suspension, depending on which driving mode is selected. There are 4 driving modes to choose from:
- comfort;
- sport;
- individual;
- G-Mode (off-road driving mode).
As for the body of the car, in order to reduce weight, it is made of high-strength steels, while the doors, fenders and hood of the jeep will be made of aluminum. Thus, it was possible to reduce the weight of the body by 170 kg, and its torsional rigidity increased from 6537 to 10162 Nm / deg.
At the beginning "Gelik" will be available only with petrol 4 liter engine having the following specifications:
This motor will work with a completely new 9G-Tronic 9-speed automatic.
A little later, by car, a 2.9 liter turbodiesel with 340 hp should appear. (Personally, I don't really believe this, given the ban on diesels in Germany). Well, about the full range power units will be known a little later, at the end of 2018, when sales of the SUV will begin.
The 2019 Mercedes Gelendvagen is an SUV loved by many. To some, he will seem too boring and gloomy, while others see in him classic restraint and power. But the main difference of the car is precisely that the model has excellent power parameters. That is why on Russian market it is especially popular among residents of remote areas.
Mercedes Gelendvagen 2019 is often called a brutal car that is absolutely not suitable for girls. But recently, the fair sex can increasingly be seen driving a car. Changes in appearance made the model more representative. If earlier it was a completely militaristic style, now the model can be called a fashion model, with which you can emphasize your special status.
Updates concern both external and internal parts. But if, when thinking over the design of the case, the manufacturer pays more attention to the appearance itself, then in the cabin the main emphasis is on functionality, so that all modern features and innovations that provide a comfortable and safe ride are taken into account.
Exterior
The 2019 Mercedes Gelendvagen is a brutally restrained car. These off-road vehicles at one time were used only for transporting the military, trips to hard-to-reach areas. Now they are increasingly seen in cities.
Generation modern cars differs primarily in functionality, although certain categories of machines also have a memorable original design. Here, everything is extremely simple.
New Mercedes (class G) latest model made taking into account the general concept of the model range. The manufacturer remained true to the general style. But at the same time, the style became a little less militaristic. Now it's just a representative car, which lacks any additional elements decor. Simple understated elegance is what distinguishes these machines from the crowd.
The color of Gelendvagen black has already become a real classic. Although there are other colors. There are no decorations on the body, but in newer models there is an opportunity additional choice panoramic roof.
The front end is very impressive, has additional protection. Wheels and disks are made of reliable material, large-sized.
Interior
The new model has many additional modifications that helped make the car not only more attractive inside, but also more reliable and safe.
In the new Gelika, interior photos can be taken from any angle, thanks to wider windows, the choice of a panoramic roof. The distinctiveness of the premium version immediately catches the eye. The leather interior fills the space with luxury.
The model has many improvements. First of all, it became more convenient dashboard. Now there is only the most necessary, but the functionality has been expanded. The steering wheel has become more convenient and miniature.
There is enough space in the back for three passengers. The seats are separated. If necessary, they can be folded to increase the volume of the luggage compartment.
The front seats have many tilt modes, adjustable in height. Additionally, you can equip them with a massager, ventilation. There are also many shelves, pockets in the cabin so that you can place the necessary things.
Options and prices
Many are often interested in the question of how much the Mercedes Gelendvagen 2019 costs model year. The reason for the increased interest is that different generations of cars have different prices, the range is large.
The average cost of a new generation model in Moscow is 8.6-9.5 million rubles. At the same time, it can reach 12-13 million if you additionally choose accessories to make the car more comfortable (improved interior trim material, additional airbags, more functional radio, ventilation and massage function for the first row seats, etc.).
Simply put, you first need to decide on a list of important options for yourself and then calculate the final cost of the car. In any case, buy a car with all necessary options much cheaper than equipping it separately afterwards.
If he talks about models of previous generations, then they can be purchased for 5.5-6 million rubles. But they are less functional.
However, even basic models have necessary set functionality and accessories:
- air conditioner;
- multimedia;
- navigator;
- front seat heating system;
- parking assistant;
- Rain sensor.
The price in different cities of Russia may vary slightly. It all depends on the dealership. Often people, trying to save money, are looking for more budget options, but this is not entirely correct. The main reason why it is better to buy a car in a branded showroom is a guarantee that only original components are used. In addition, in this case, you can be completely sure of a cheap, quick repair if any problems arise.
Specifications
The car is famous for its powerful parameters all over the world, which is why it is preferred by those who often have to travel off-road. The technical characteristics of the car look like this:
- engine capacity up to 7.2 liters;
- engine power 422 horsepower;
- maximum possible speed 210 km/h;
- Gas engine;
- ground clearance 23.5 cm;
- it can accelerate to a speed of 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds;
- trunk volume 480 liters, subject to folded rear seats 2200 liters;
- 11.7 liters - average consumption fuel;
- four-wheel drive;
- 9 speed automatic transmission gears.
Depending on the selected version, the parameters may differ slightly, but in general, the characteristic does not change.
