2007 Mercedes Benz G 55 AMG

Mercedes-Benz G 55 AMG, what is perhaps the strongest character in the Mercedes-AMG model range has been given a shot in the arm. Increased to 500 bhp, the output of the G 55 now exceeds that of the predecessor model by 24 bhp. At the same time this classic cross-country vehicle has been treated to enhanced standard equipment which includes new AMG light-alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlamps, foglamps with a cornering light function and new paint finishes with greater scratch resistance, based on nano-technology.

The increase in output from 476 bhp to 500 bhp is due to an enhanced and retuned engine control unit. The supercharged 5.5-liter AMG engine generates its maximum torque of 517 lb-ft between 2750 and 4000 rpm. These exceptional figures are a guarantee of effortless performance: the G55 AMG accelerates from zero to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds (preceding model: 5.4 s), the maximum speed remains 130 mph (electronically limited). The AMG sports exhaust system with its two oval twin tailpipes emerging at an angle in front of the rear wheels, as well as the characteristic AMG V8 sound, provide an ample visual and acoustic indication of the engine power to be expected of the G 55 AMG Kompressor.

Both on and off-road, the G-55 AMG gives its occupants a feeling of serenity, exclusivity and dynamic potential. As always, the classic among Mercedes-Benz off-roaders provides a convincing synthesis of highly efficient drive and dynamic handling control systems. In addition to permanent all-wheel drive with a low-range gearbox, the standard appointments include the electronic traction system for all-wheel drive 4ETS, the Electronic Stability Program ESP and differential locks which can be engaged at the touch of a button. Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria, has been producing the G-Class on behalf of Mercedes-Benz since 1979, with more than 186,000 examples built to date. And there is no end to this success story in sight.

In addition to the classic G 55 AMG Kompressor, the Mercedes-AMG model lineup features two other powerful and versatile all-rounders: the new ML 63 AMG and R 63 AMG, both equipped with the 510 bhp, naturally aspirated 6.3-liter AMG V8-engine.