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2012 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG Spy Shots

 
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2012 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG spy shots

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With the redesigned 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class now out in the open, our thoughts turn to the high-performance variant of the M-Class range, the ML63 AMG.

This latest prototype spotted just outside the automaker’s test center at the Nurburgring has shed much of the camouflage of the previous cars, and compared against the previous generation model seen in some of the shots, it’s easy to see that designers aren’t mucking around with the winning formula they already had.

The styling of the new ML63 AMG will be more of an evolution than a complete revolution, however, the drivetrain will be completely new. Telltale signs that this is the AMG variant are the oversized cross-drilled brakes and dual exhaust tailpipes. Expect a slightly lowered ride height and a sports tuned suspension as well.

Almost certain to pick up the performance division’s new twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V-8, the speedy SUV should feature a power output of around about 518 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque--the same figure as found in the latest 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 fitted with the same engine.

If this still isn't enough, an available performance package should lift output to a heady 550 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque.

Drive will be sent to all four wheels AMG’s latest SPEEDSHIFT MCT seven-speed sports transmission.

Look out for a debut of the new ML63 AMG at this September’s 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show or possibly at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November. First sales should start by the end of the year.






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  1. By NoNameDenton Posted: 4/12/2010 5:31pm PDT

    Nice engine with great power, my issue is that this SUV needs to go on a diet.
     
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  2. By Julian McMahon Posted: 10/6/2010 4:39pm PDT

    This SUV does not need to go on a diet if people want light, there is the E-63 AMG. People buy this because they can.
     
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  3. By Matthew Posted: 1/22/2011 12:50am PST

    This thing will look awesome!!!!!
     
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  4. Damien Thomas avatar Damien Thomas Posted: 8/1/2011 5:02am PDT

    Glad they're not changing it too much. Loved the old one and this looks like it will be more of the same, just with extra refinement.

    Makes the X5 M and X6 M horrid by comparison. Love the twin-turbo V8 too.
     
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