The Super-HOT Mercedes S-Class(W221) by Brabus.

merve_extreme · 10th November 2005, 14:16

For the soon-to-be-available top-of-the-line S 600 model with twelve-cylinder engine there are four different performance levels. They start with the BRABUS T12 performance kit, which increases power output of the 5.5-liter three-valve engine from standard 517 hp / 380 kW to 580 hp / 419 kW and bumps peak torque to 900 Nm.

The pinnacle of powerful engine tuning is the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo engine. Its displacement is increased to 6,233 cc with the help of a custom crankshaft, a larger cylinder bore and forged pistons. The inner workings of the engine are also modified extensively: gas flow in intake and outlet ports of both cylinder heads is optimized, and the engine is fitted with sports camshafts.

The BRABUS engine specialists further equip the engine with larger turbochargers, more efficient intercoolers and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with four tailpipes and metal catalysts with low backpressure. Newly programmed engine electronics ensure not only the optimal synchronization of all new components but also contribute to maximum power yield and to meeting all current emission limits.

The BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo engine develops a whopping 730 hp / 537 kW at 5,100 rpm. The peak torque of 1,320 Nm is limited electronically to 1,100 Nm, available from a low 2,100 rpm. Without sacrificing running smoothness the luxury sedan thus turns into a serious challenger for the world's fastest sports cars: 0 – 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, 200 km/h after just 11.9 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 340 km/h make the sedan with BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo displacement engine are truly special driving experience. Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a modified five-speed automatic transmission. The optional BRABUS locking differential further optimizes traction. All BRABUS drivetrain components are operated with ARAL high-performance lubricants.

A BRABUS displacement engine for the new eight-cylinder four-valve engine of the S 500 model is in its final development stages. For the V6 engine of the S 350 model BRABUS offers the B7 tuning kit for an additional 15 hp / 11 kW of power or the BRABUS 4.0 displacement engine with 332 hp / 244 kW and a peak torque of 420 Nm at 4,200 rpm. Also available is the BRABUS PowerXtra D6 (III) performance kit for the S 320 CDI model. This kit can be installed by any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer and boosts power output of the V6 common-rail turbodiesel engine by 48 hp / 35.3 kW to 272 hp / 200 kW and increases peak torque to 590 Nm.

Sporty sound and thrilling looks are the main characteristics of the BRABUS sport exhaust systems with four tailpipes. The fully stainless-steel exhausts are available for all engine variants of the S-Class. BRABUS also offer custom-tailored designer outfits for the new S-Class. To give the luxury sedan an even more striking face there is a sporty-looking front apron complete with auxiliary headlights. As an alternative the standard front of the S-Class can be refined with the addition of the BRABUS carbon front spoiler. Both versions are wind-tunnel-tested and reduce lift at high speeds. There are also custom-tailored auxiliary headlight inserts for the standard front bumper that each house two fog lamps and two high-beams.

The BRABUS sill trim and the rear apron, both with integrated LED lights, are as attractive as they are useful. Upon activation via keyless-entry remote or by pulling on the inside door handle five LED lights on either side and in the rear illuminate the ground around the vehicle, making exiting and entering the car and loading or unloading the trunk in the dark safer. The rear apron further features custom cutouts for the four tailpipes of the BRABUS sport exhaust. The exclusive BRABUS look for the new Mercedes S-Class is rounded out by one-piece or multi-piece BRABUS Monoblock light-alloy wheels with 17-, 18-, 19-, 20- or even 21-inch diameter. The largest tire/wheel combination features multi-piece forged and highly polished BRABUS Monoblock VI wheels in size 9Jx21 on the front axle and in size 10.5Jx21 in the rear. Extensive driving tests determined Pirelli and Yokohama tires in sizes 255/30 ZR 21 in front and 285/30 ZR 21 on the rear axle as the ideal counterparts.

The BRABUS suspension modules are specially calibrated to these sporty tire/wheel combinations. The modules are available for vehicles with air or ABC suspensions. They lower the ride height of the S-Class by some 25 millimeters and give it a sporty yet comfortable ride. BRABUS also offers three different versions of its high-performance brake systems for the new top-of-the-line Mercedes. The largest version features 12-piston aluminum fixed calipers and 380 x 36 millimeter vented and perforated discs on the front axle. On the rear axle 355 x 28 millimeter discs and 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers provide ample stopping power. Special flex-steel brake lines guarantee consistently high brake pressure at all times.

Luxury and individuality in the interior is yet another BRABUS specialty. The range of products for the new S-Class includes sill plates with BRABUS logo, ergonomically shaped safety steering wheels with airbag, and even an exclusive fully leather BRABUS interior made from especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik and the finest Alcantara leathers. The Mercedes S- Class can be further refined with the addition of an exclusive state-of-the-art BRABUS multimedia package.

Text and Photos from Brabus Press Release:
www.brabus.com

For more exclusive photos visit:
http://www.germancarfans.com/tuners....id/7050922.002

GTO · 10th November 2005, 15:21

Boy, the new S Class is barely on the roads and Brabus already comes out with their own version!

Pure muscle....

GTO

RX135 · 10th November 2005, 15:27

Wasn't there another thread earlier on this? I can't seem to find it.

merve_extreme · 10th November 2005, 16:06

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Originally Posted by RX135

Wasn't there another thread earlier on this? I can't seem to find it.

yes Stratos had posted it.My bad
mods please merge it.
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/showth...ghlight=Brabus

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

Boy, the new S Class is barely on the roads and Brabus already comes out with their own version!

Pure muscle....

GTO

I think Mercedes gives their cars to Brabus and other exclusive Mercedes performance turners before the car goes on sale officially,because the new S-class is still not on sale anywhere in the world.It will go on sale in europe in December 2005 or Jan 2006 and Feb 2006 in the US.

BTW,this car looks so good when the tyre size is right and with those additional skirts.Who said it looks ugly???

GTO · 10th November 2005, 16:52

Quote:

BTW,this car looks so good when the tyre size is right and with those additional skirts.Who said it looks ugly???

Looks are subjective. I still think it looks ugly and does not have the "timelessness" of previous S Class generations.

GTO

aniguchisan · 10th November 2005, 20:39

I have lost a little respect for Mercedes as an automobile manufacturer over the past few years. Quality and craftsmanship has certainly fallen, as well as that niche/exclusivity tag that used to exist in the past.

The W221: I see it as Daimler's take on the e65/66 Beemer. I mean, how much can you possibly copy an interior? The new S, also doesn't have that timelessness (in accordance with GTO's point) that the W220 exhibited. I remember how excited I was over the launch of the W220 in the third quarter of 1998. Somehow, this new car doesn't seem to have that same charm to it.

Obviously, it is a fine driving machine, and may end up being dubbed the 'best car in the world'. Realistically, and rather sadly, this may not be the truth.

1Day · 11th November 2005, 20:30

timeless shimeless...in all this car kicks a$$

surely some elements have been taken from teh 7er but have been perfected, if you read the reviews, they have taken bimmer and put in another sphere altogether..the tech in this is way ahead...and is very cool..

I think it looks awesome, much better than any S till date and beats the hell out of the beautiful 7er as well...I cant wait to get my hands on it..

5u3zEr0 · 11th November 2005, 21:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

Looks are subjective. I still think it looks ugly and does not have the "timelessness" of previous S Class generations.

GTO

GTO, My thoughts completely. It looks plain ugly, you cant do that to an S Class.

S classes, two generations earlier were majestic and beautiful to look at.

Mpower · 11th November 2005, 23:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by merve_extreme

I think Mercedes gives their cars to Brabus and other exclusive Mercedes performance turners before the car goes on sale officially???

Looks like they did, but they are hurting sales of AMG who is a natural competetior.

merve_extreme · 12th November 2005, 00:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mpower

Looks like they did, but they are hurting sales of AMG who is a natural competetior.

brabus is an unofficial tuner and since most customers prefer to go for the official mercedes performance package they buy AMG's.

aniguchisan · 12th November 2005, 07:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1Day

timeless shimeless...in all this car kicks a$$

surely some elements have been taken from teh 7er but have been perfected, if you read the reviews, they have taken bimmer and put in another sphere altogether..the tech in this is way ahead...and is very cool..

I think it looks awesome, much better than any S till date and beats the hell out of the beautiful 7er as well...I cant wait to get my hands on it..

Hey, I'd love one in Obsidian Black. It's just that it won't somehow feel as 'special' as the others.

The launch of an S Class should be mega. This one isn't as mega as it could have been.

karthik247 · 12th November 2005, 15:38

This S Class and the previous one look huge, but arn't all the attractive to me. A BMW 7series is way more classy, and it has all the gizmo's if the Merc too for almost the same price.

Off-Topic
Doesn't BMW have any tuning companies like AMG or BRABUS?

Bhk · 12th November 2005, 17:43

BMW have schnitzer...... they make amazing modifications......

aniguchisan · 12th November 2005, 18:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by karthik247

This S Class and the previous one look huge, but arn't all the attractive to me. A BMW 7series is way more classy, and it has all the gizmo's if the Merc too for almost the same price.

Off-Topic
Doesn't BMW have any tuning companies like AMG or BRABUS?

Several companies tune up Beemers well. AC Schnitzer, Alpina, Hartge, etc.

Aditya · 12th November 2005, 20:26

And don't forget their very own "M" Division.

10th November 2005, 14:16	#1
merve_extreme Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,359 Thanked: 18 Times View My Garage	The Super-HOT Mercedes S-Class(W221) by Brabus. For the soon-to-be-available top-of-the-line S 600 model with twelve-cylinder engine there are four different performance levels. They start with the BRABUS T12 performance kit, which increases power output of the 5.5-liter three-valve engine from standard 517 hp / 380 kW to 580 hp / 419 kW and bumps peak torque to 900 Nm. The pinnacle of powerful engine tuning is the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo engine. Its displacement is increased to 6,233 cc with the help of a custom crankshaft, a larger cylinder bore and forged pistons. The inner workings of the engine are also modified extensively: gas flow in intake and outlet ports of both cylinder heads is optimized, and the engine is fitted with sports camshafts. The BRABUS engine specialists further equip the engine with larger turbochargers, more efficient intercoolers and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with four tailpipes and metal catalysts with low backpressure. Newly programmed engine electronics ensure not only the optimal synchronization of all new components but also contribute to maximum power yield and to meeting all current emission limits. The BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo engine develops a whopping 730 hp / 537 kW at 5,100 rpm. The peak torque of 1,320 Nm is limited electronically to 1,100 Nm, available from a low 2,100 rpm. Without sacrificing running smoothness the luxury sedan thus turns into a serious challenger for the world's fastest sports cars: 0 – 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, 200 km/h after just 11.9 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 340 km/h make the sedan with BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo displacement engine are truly special driving experience. Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a modified five-speed automatic transmission. The optional BRABUS locking differential further optimizes traction. All BRABUS drivetrain components are operated with ARAL high-performance lubricants. A BRABUS displacement engine for the new eight-cylinder four-valve engine of the S 500 model is in its final development stages. For the V6 engine of the S 350 model BRABUS offers the B7 tuning kit for an additional 15 hp / 11 kW of power or the BRABUS 4.0 displacement engine with 332 hp / 244 kW and a peak torque of 420 Nm at 4,200 rpm. Also available is the BRABUS PowerXtra D6 (III) performance kit for the S 320 CDI model. This kit can be installed by any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer and boosts power output of the V6 common-rail turbodiesel engine by 48 hp / 35.3 kW to 272 hp / 200 kW and increases peak torque to 590 Nm. Sporty sound and thrilling looks are the main characteristics of the BRABUS sport exhaust systems with four tailpipes. The fully stainless-steel exhausts are available for all engine variants of the S-Class. BRABUS also offer custom-tailored designer outfits for the new S-Class. To give the luxury sedan an even more striking face there is a sporty-looking front apron complete with auxiliary headlights. As an alternative the standard front of the S-Class can be refined with the addition of the BRABUS carbon front spoiler. Both versions are wind-tunnel-tested and reduce lift at high speeds. There are also custom-tailored auxiliary headlight inserts for the standard front bumper that each house two fog lamps and two high-beams. The BRABUS sill trim and the rear apron, both with integrated LED lights, are as attractive as they are useful. Upon activation via keyless-entry remote or by pulling on the inside door handle five LED lights on either side and in the rear illuminate the ground around the vehicle, making exiting and entering the car and loading or unloading the trunk in the dark safer. The rear apron further features custom cutouts for the four tailpipes of the BRABUS sport exhaust. The exclusive BRABUS look for the new Mercedes S-Class is rounded out by one-piece or multi-piece BRABUS Monoblock light-alloy wheels with 17-, 18-, 19-, 20- or even 21-inch diameter. The largest tire/wheel combination features multi-piece forged and highly polished BRABUS Monoblock VI wheels in size 9Jx21 on the front axle and in size 10.5Jx21 in the rear. Extensive driving tests determined Pirelli and Yokohama tires in sizes 255/30 ZR 21 in front and 285/30 ZR 21 on the rear axle as the ideal counterparts. The BRABUS suspension modules are specially calibrated to these sporty tire/wheel combinations. The modules are available for vehicles with air or ABC suspensions. They lower the ride height of the S-Class by some 25 millimeters and give it a sporty yet comfortable ride. BRABUS also offers three different versions of its high-performance brake systems for the new top-of-the-line Mercedes. The largest version features 12-piston aluminum fixed calipers and 380 x 36 millimeter vented and perforated discs on the front axle. On the rear axle 355 x 28 millimeter discs and 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers provide ample stopping power. Special flex-steel brake lines guarantee consistently high brake pressure at all times. Luxury and individuality in the interior is yet another BRABUS specialty. The range of products for the new S-Class includes sill plates with BRABUS logo, ergonomically shaped safety steering wheels with airbag, and even an exclusive fully leather BRABUS interior made from especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik and the finest Alcantara leathers. The Mercedes S- Class can be further refined with the addition of an exclusive state-of-the-art BRABUS multimedia package. Text and Photos from Brabus Press Release: www.brabus.com For more exclusive photos visit: http://www.germancarfans.com/tuners....id/7050922.002 Last edited by merve_extreme : 10th November 2005 at 14:20.
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GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,518 Thanked: 300,707 Times View My Garage	Boy, the new S Class is barely on the roads and Brabus already comes out with their own version! Pure muscle.... GTO
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RX135 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: pune Posts: 2,106 Thanked: 75 Times	Wasn't there another thread earlier on this? I can't seem to find it.
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aniguchisan Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: London, UK Posts: 2,022 Thanked: 123 Times View My Garage	I have lost a little respect for Mercedes as an automobile manufacturer over the past few years. Quality and craftsmanship has certainly fallen, as well as that niche/exclusivity tag that used to exist in the past. The W221: I see it as Daimler's take on the e65/66 Beemer. I mean, how much can you possibly copy an interior? The new S, also doesn't have that timelessness (in accordance with GTO's point) that the W220 exhibited. I remember how excited I was over the launch of the W220 in the third quarter of 1998. Somehow, this new car doesn't seem to have that same charm to it. Obviously, it is a fine driving machine, and may end up being dubbed the 'best car in the world'. Realistically, and rather sadly, this may not be the truth.
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11th November 2005, 20:30	#7
1Day Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago/Delhi Posts: 1,360 Thanked: 4 Times View My Garage	timeless shimeless...in all this car kicks a$$ surely some elements have been taken from teh 7er but have been perfected, if you read the reviews, they have taken bimmer and put in another sphere altogether..the tech in this is way ahead...and is very cool.. I think it looks awesome, much better than any S till date and beats the hell out of the beautiful 7er as well...I cant wait to get my hands on it..
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12th November 2005, 15:38	#12
karthik247 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: BLR, HYD Posts: 2,710 Thanked: 30 Times	This S Class and the previous one look huge, but arn't all the attractive to me. A BMW 7series is way more classy, and it has all the gizmo's if the Merc too for almost the same price. Off-Topic Doesn't BMW have any tuning companies like AMG or BRABUS?
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Bhk Newbie Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: MUMBAI Posts: 6 Thanked: 0 Times	BMW have schnitzer...... they make amazing modifications...... Last edited by Bhk : 12th November 2005 at 17:45.
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Aditya Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 17,835 Thanked: 77,055 Times View My Garage	And don't forget their very own "M" Division.
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