Icon among off-roader hits Korean market
The G 63 AMG
The G 63 AMG has a 5,461-cc V8 twin-turbo engine, generating 544 horsepower and a maximum torque of 77.5 kilogram-meters.
By Kim Tae-jong
Mercedes-Benz Korea has launched the new G-Class, an icon among luxury off-roaders, reborn with advanced new technology and a dramatically refined interior.
The top-end sport utility vehicle in its lineup is considered an industry legend,
The G-Class has a re-sculpted dashboard and center console with relocated COMAND screen, and a new color multifunction screen.
the longest produced Mercedes-Benz series with a span of 33 years.
It is the first time for the German automaker to officially launch the G-Class here, although a few of the model’s big fans have bought them directly from abroad in the past.
First developed as a military vehicle in 1979 to endure extreme off-road
The differential locks help find grip in order to move the vehicle forward in rough, off-road terrain.
conditions, the G-Class still maintains its characteristic boxy style as well as high performance.
The new model was first unveiled during the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition in April, drawing much attention from off-road enthusiasts.
The German automaker says that the facelift G-Class reaches a new pinnacle of refinement, having undergone various modifications.
Some significant changes include LED running lights and side mirrors, which create a perfect balance with a new bumper and grille.
Inside is a re-sculpted dashboard and center console with relocated COMAND screen, and a new color multifunction screen.
For enhanced safety features, the G-Class has Adaptive Brake, Adaptive Brake Lights, Anti-lock braking and Brake Assist systems among many others. Thanks to a ladder-type frame, the new model guarantees more durability and safety. But the best feature is the vehicle’s high performance on and off-road, promising fun and safety at the same time.
As the G-Class offers a broad span of gear ratios, motorists can maintain an ideal balance of torque and efficiency whether driving up a mountain or on the highways.
The G-Class gives drivers increasingly masterful capability.
Even if only one wheel has traction, the 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS) can help drivers get going, and offroad, its three lockable differentials offer unmatched control and confidence. On the road, the 4-ETS continually sends torque to the wheels to provide the best grip.
Two models are now available in Korea — the new G 350 BlueTEC and the new G 63 AMG, priced at 148 million won and 209 million won, respectively.
The G 350 BlueTEC comes equipped with 2987-cc V6 diesel engine with a seven-speed automatic transmission, producing 211 horsepower and maximum torque of 55.1 kilogram-meters.
The G 63 AMG has a 5461-cc V8 twin-turbo engine, generating 544 horsepower and maximum torque of 77.5 kilogram-meters. It can go from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in just 5.4 seconds.