The standard specification of the new S 65 AMG includes a new AMG sports suspension based on Active Body Control, the unmistakable AMG bodystyling, multi-piece 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and "Direct Select" gearshift with AMG steering-wheel gearshift paddles.

The AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine delivers extreme performances: it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h in just 13.3 seconds. As usual, the top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).

Exterior Design

The new AMG bodystyling is combined with the pronounced flared wheel arches, providing a markedly poised and distinctive appearance. At the front the redesigned AMG front apron with enlarged air intakes adds an athletic touch. The two slanted struts and integrated round fog lamps set in chrome rings make the S-Class look even wider and lower. The side skirts take up the line of the AMG front apron and emphasise the dynamic feel of the side view; all reinforced through the “V12 biturbo” lettering on the front wings.

Technical Features

The 5980-cc V12 biturbo engine has a maximum output of 450 kW/612 hp that is maintained from 4750 to 5100 rpm, and a maximum torque of 1000 Nm that can be called on from 2000 to 4000 rpm. Even as low as 1000 rpm, the engine already delivers 570 Nm of torque to the crankshaft, while 750 Nm is on tap at 1500 rpm.

Among the engine hi-tech features, the precision-balanced crankshaft made out of high-strength materials, forged pistons, a more effective oil-spray cooling system with a separate individual nozzle for each piston plus larger piston pins. The main and big-end bearings are also made out of improved materials to compensate for peak temperatures and pressures more effectively. The charge cycle in the cylinder heads benefits from optimised combustion chambers and longer opening times of the intake valves. A modified oil pump ensures that all lubrication points are supplied with oil - even in highly demanding conditions. An engine oil cooler is integrated into the AMG front apron, with an additional engine coolant radiator located in the wheel arch.

The air/water cooler has also been redesigned with a low-temperature radiator in the front of the vehicle that is around 70 percent larger. The system works on the principle of the heat exchanger for particularly effective cooling of the intake air (which has been compressed by the turbochargers) before it enters the combustion chambers.

The S 65 AMG fulfils all standard exhaust emissions limits such as EU4. The twelve-cylinder unit takes the specific requirements of the U.S. market such as LEV II, “On-Board Diagnosis II” and oxygen sensor diagnosis in its stride.

According to the “One man, one engine” AMG philosophy, each engine is traditionally assembled from start to finish by a single technician - documented with the technician’s signature on the AMG engine plate.

The brakng system makes use of high-performance composite discs (front/rear diameter of 390/365 millimiters), the adaptive brake system and a new twin sliding calliper used for the front brakes.

255/40 ZR 19 tyres are fitted on 8.5-inch-wide wheels at the front, while 275/40 ZR 19 tyres combine with 9.5-inch-wide wheels at the rear. Multi-piece 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels. The AMG sports suspension are equipped with the Active Body Control system

Interior

Inside the cabin, the S 65 features some additional instruments: the engine oil temperature, the battery voltage and the “RACETIMER”. This new function enables the driver for the first time to calculate lap times in the AMG model – on a private racetrack, for instance. The AMG instrument cluster with its 360-km/h dial discreetly indicates the performance of the S 65 AMG.

(Source: Mercedes-Benz)