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11-14-2011, 04:07 AM | #1 |
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2012 Merc ML63 AMG revealed
The estimated combined fuel economy for the high-performance SUV is 16 mpg, marking a 33-percent improvement over its predecessor. The basis for the excellent fuel economy and performance is the AMG 5.5-liter V8 biturbo engine with an output of 518 hp and torque of 516 lb-ft, representing an increase of 15 hp and 44 lb-ft over its predecessor. The available AMG Performance Package boosts the V8 engine's power output to 550 hp and its maximum torque to 560 lb-ft.
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11-14-2011, 04:31 AM | #2 |
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I like the X5-M especially the front end it looks so aggressive and I think the new ML63 can match these looks. Compared to the current ML63 it has changed a lot. Only thing I don't like are the wheels but everything else is good. Interior is very nice, better than X5 IMO. There's nothing wrong with X5 interior but its VERY similar to 5 series/7 series.
Also, 550bhp wtf! I thought the bhp wars would come to and end.
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11-14-2011, 08:55 AM | #3 |
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I love it except for the rear bumper in the side profile shot. I'd still take an X6M... but that's only because the Cayenne Turbo S hasn't come out yet
Still waiting on the inevitable G63
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11-14-2011, 10:27 AM | #5 |
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No AWD ... They refuse to put 4-matic on their AMG models. That is the only thing keeping me from getting an AMG SUV.
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11-14-2011, 10:51 AM | #6 |
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R u saying that this is a rear wheel drive SUV?
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11-14-2011, 10:59 AM | #9 |
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It is.. and always has been. Unless something has changed since their previous 55 and 63 models.
EDIT: I just looked and it appears they have added the 4-matic to the car.. Good for them. Might have to look into this truck in the next few months.
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No idea how you could drive a RWD SUV with that much TQ. That would be a safety nightmare for all soccer moms
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11-14-2011, 11:04 AM | #11 |
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I have been waiting for this but if it has no AWD forget it!
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11-14-2011, 11:09 AM | #13 |
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The first gen ML's also didn't have near these levels of HP/TQ for such heavy machines so it was not necessary. Times have changed drastically and I feel that this is a very positive change.
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11-14-2011, 11:24 AM | #14 |
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The rear isn't sitting quite right with me...I'd also like to see it in something other than white so I can get a better idea of how the aluminum trim would stand out. Would look good in a dark bronze or graphite.
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11-14-2011, 04:51 PM | #19 |
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Um, I really don't see how they could make this thing any busier looking.
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11-14-2011, 04:53 PM | #20 |
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I am in love with that front end. The rear lights will have to grow on me. Side profile looks real nice. I don't think it need to look any busier then it already is. I just hope it has the AMG grunt.
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11-15-2011, 10:20 PM | #21 |
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the new ML as a whole is a huge disappointment for me. On the old ML, the Jeep Grand Cherokee resemblance was minimal but I feel like it is so blatantly obvious on the new one.
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11-15-2011, 10:32 PM | #22 |
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looks okay. still don't understand why amg/M have to have their badges on SUVs, but i guess there's a market for it.
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