Mercedes-AMG G Exclusive Edition debuts at Frankfurt
Mercedes-AMG has revealed the G63 and G65 Exclusive Edition models at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show, extending its high-end G-Class line-up with new styling and interior upgrades.
Mercedes-AMG has introduced the G63 and G65 Exclusive Edition models at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show, expanding the G-Class range with new luxury-focused variants. Both versions combine the G's established off-road presence with a series of bespoke exterior and interior features aimed at the top end of the market.
The Exclusive Edition is available on both the G63 and the flagship G65. Pricing in Germany starts at €163,125 for the G63 and €287,658 for the G65, making the latter one of the most expensive models in the Mercedes line-up, just below the G650 Landaulet. The premium over the standard G65 is nearly €12,000, reflecting the extra equipment and finishes.
Exterior and interior features
On the outside, the Exclusive Edition receives a stainless steel underguard, AMG-branded side strips, and a body-coloured spare wheel cover. Dark aluminium rub strip inserts and 21-inch ceramically polished five-twin-spoke alloy wheels complete the visual changes. Buyers can also specify the matte AMG Monza Grey Magno paintwork, exclusive to this edition.
- Stainless steel underguard
- AMG-branded side strips
- Body-coloured spare wheel cover
- Dark aluminium rub strip inserts
- 21-inch ceramically polished alloy wheels
- Optional AMG Monza Grey Magno paint
Inside, the Exclusive Edition features a two-tone dashboard and nappa leather upholstery, with multicontour heated seats and red seatbelts. The AMG Performance steering wheel and leather grab handles continue the two-tone theme, aiming the cabin squarely at buyers seeking maximum luxury in a G-Class.
Performance and positioning
The G65 Exclusive Edition retains the 6.0-litre biturbo V12, producing 630hp and 1,000Nm of torque. Mercedes-AMG claims 0-100km/h in 5.3 seconds and a top speed of 230km/h. While the G-Class has roots as a utilitarian off-roader, the G65 Exclusive Edition is positioned more as a luxury performance SUV, with its off-road ability now largely secondary to its status and specification.
Alongside the AMG models, Mercedes also presented the Designo Manufaktur Edition for the G350d and G500 at Frankfurt, offering a bundled equipment package at a claimed 24 percent saving over specifying the options individually.
For more on AMG's recent exclusive editions, seethe Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG Edition 1 unveiled with exclusive styling.
