At the L.A Auto Show, Mercedes Introduced their high-performance GL63 AMG. The 2013 GL63 AMG features all the standard equipment of the generously-equipped GL550 as well as standard Driver Assistance Package, Panorama roof, designor interior and surround view camera. The GL63 AMG will start at $116,925 (excluding Delivery & Destination) and goes on-sale during the first quarter of 2013.
The 2013 GL63 AMG features a 5.5-liter biturbo V8 engine that produces a breath-taking 550 horsepower and 560 lb.-ft of torque and a raised top speed of 174mph as well as an AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC transmission with the high efficiency ECO start/stop system. Some features included are, standard AMG ride control sports suspension, automatic level control and special shock absorber struts with ADS adaptive damping. The GL line up consists of GL350 BlueTEC (240 hp, 455 lb.-ft.) with a V6 turbodiesel, the popular GL450 (362 hp, 406 lb.- ft.) and GL550 (429 hp, 516 lb.-ft.).
The new GL63 hoses a special transfer case for the 4MATIC full-time four-wheel-drive system that distributes engine power 40:60 to the front and rear wheels, which ultimately helps in proper distribution of torque, with sports car handling as well as impressive allweather traction. And the driver can choose between two suspension modes at the push of a button, Comfort or Sport. Electro mechanical speed insensitive steering features variable power assist, depending on the suspension setting. the front has been uplifted by flared fenders that increase body width by nearly two inches, which make room for 21-inch AMG alloy wheels, with tires that are nearly 12 inches wide. Its special front apron features large air intakes and a border of LED daytime running lights in the side air intakes. “V8 BITURBO” badges are mounted on the front fenders, and aluminum-finish running boards under the doors are illuminated. And at the rear it features two pairs of sport exhaust outlets.
Some features are included are, AMG RIDE CONTROL, AIRMATIC, and the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM, standard safety equipment on the GL63 AMG includes ATTENTION ASSIST, Crosswind Stabilization, a 360-degree camera system and Bi-xenon headlights. Other standard equipment includes KEYLESS-GO, panorama sunroof, power EASY-ENTRY for the rear seats and a power tailgate.
Some safety features include, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist and standard on the GL, is the PRE-SAFE, a revolutionary safety system that can actually sense an impending collision before it happens and take measures to protect occupants during those valuable seconds before impact. The PRE-SAFE system automatically tightens the front seat belts before a possible impact, and, on some models, the front passenger seat moves to a position that can provide better protection. Side windows close to provide better support for the curtain air bags, and if the system senses an impending rollover, the sunroof also closes.
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