The Brabus 800 Widestar, based on the Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG, is powered by a
twelve-cylinder bi-turbo high-capacity engine with a rated power output of 800
hp. It takes the crown from its predecessor made by the same company, the Brabus
G V12 S with 700 hp. Visually the power off-roader sets itself apart with its
Widestar wide-body equipment and 23-inch Brabus "Platinum Edition" forged
wheels.
Like all special models from Brabus, the Brabus 800 Widestar is
available with an extensive luxury equipment package.
Brabus Widebody
Exterior
In keeping with its unique performance the Brabus supercar
sports a delectable exterior. The Brabus Widestar wide-body version lends
the classic G-Class body an even more striking and dynamic profile.
The
powerfully shaped fender flares add 4.7 inches (12 centimeters) to the body
width. They feature integrated air outlets for optimized venting of the wheel
wells. Strikingly styled door moldings give the sides of the G-Class high
recognition value. Sturdy stainless-steel running boards facilitate entering and
exiting of the vehicle day and night. LED lights integrated into the front and
rear Widestar fenders illuminate the running boards whenever a door handle is
pulled or the keyless fob is operated.
The Brabus Widestar version offers
not just a wider track but also an even more impressive appearance. The front
apron continues the shape of the flares on both sides and provides the engine
and front brakes with cooling air through generously dimensioned air inlets. At
the same time its sophisticated contour also reduces lift on the front axle. Six
stylishly integrated auxiliary headlights optimize active safety at night.
During the day the Brabus LED daytime running lights below the main headlamps
draw attention to the power-G.
The design style of the front apron with
its tapered flares and stylized underride guard is continued on the rear apron.
The Widestar rear bumper features a centrally mounted reflector and a fog lamp
and backup light on either side. The designer suite is rounded out by the Brabus
roof spoiler with integrated LED brake light.
Interior: Sky is the
Limit
The cockpit of the Brabus 800 Widestar is exclusive and
individual. The equipment list includes an ergonomically shaped sport steering
wheel, a speedometer with 180-mph (280-km/h) dial and stainless-steel scuff
plates with illuminated Brabus logo.
The Brabus interior is
custom-tailored to suit the individual owner's taste and the especially soft and
breathable Brabus Mastik leather and Alcantara is available in a multitude of
colors. Customers can also choose from various upholstery designs and the wood
trim can be manufactured in any desired color. Upon request the wood elements
can even be finished in the especially exclusive yachting design.
V12
Engine Taken from Mercedes S 600
As the name indicates, the Brabus 800 V12 Biturbo
engine is implanted into the engine bay of the G-Class. The elaborate
implantation of the twelve-cylinder engine is as much a masterwork as is its
design, which is based on the V12 bi-turbo engine from the current Mercedes S
600 model.
The basis for the enormous increase in power is the
displacement increase. Displacement of the three-valve engine is increased from
5.5 to 6.3 liters (336 to 384 cubic inches) in the state-of-the-art Brabus
engine shop with the help of a special crankshaft with longer stroke and larger
pistons and corresponding cylinder bore. Additionally the cylinder heads are
optimized for mixture flow and fitted with special camshafts.
The engine
peripherals now include an entirely new intake system and the Brabus 800
bi-turbo system with two special manifolds with integrated turbine housings and
high-performance turbochargers, and four water-to-air intercoolers. This
ensemble is joined by a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system
custom-developed for the Brabus 800. It features free-flow metal catalysts and
four chrome tailpipes that exit in pairs in front of both rear wheels.
Precision mapping for engine electronics coordinate the perfect interaction of
all new components and ensures exemplary smoothness, maximum power yield and low
emissions.
With these modifications the engine in the Brabus 800 Widestar
delivers a staggering rated power output of 800 hp at 5,500 rpm and an even more
impressive peak torque of 1,047 lb-ft (1,420 Nm), already available from a low
2,100 rpm. In the vehicle peak torque is limited electronically to 811 lb-ft
(1,100 Nm).
Performance: 0-60 mph in 3.9 Seconds
Driving
performance speaks for itself. Combined with a reinforced five-speed automatic
transmission and permanent four-wheel drive the engine shoots the Brabus 800
Widestar from rest to 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds. Top speed is electronically
limited to 149 mph (240 km/h). Without the limiter the high-performance
off-roader would be capable of reaching 168 mph (270 km/h).
23-Inch
Wheels
The Widestar fender flares create space for extremely large wheels and
tires. Brabus offers the owner of the wide-body version, which is also available
for all regular five-door G-Class models, a wide range of custom-tailored
tire/wheel combinations with diameters between 20 and 23 inches. The most
exclusive option for the 800 Widestar features size 11Jx23 wheels front and
back. Customers can choose from two newly developed forged wheels, the
three-piece Monoblock E evo "Platinum Edition" design or the one-piece Monoblock
F "Platinum Edition" wheel. The high-performance tires in size 305/35 R23 come
from Pirelli or YOKOHAMA.
Brabus Ride Control Suspension
For a perfect combination of sporty handling and excellent ride comfort the
Brabus 800 Widestar comes equipped with the innovative Brabus Ride Control
smooth-ride suspension. The Brabus high-tech suspension system was developed in
cooperation with technology partner BILSTEIN, and features two-way electrically
adjustable shock absorbers front and back.
At the push of an aluminum
button with Brabus logo on the center console the driver can manually choose
between two setups: In comfort mode the off-roader offers exemplary ride
comfort. At higher speeds or for more spirited driving selecting the firmer
damper setting results in more dynamic handling and further increased safety
reserves.
Additionally the Brabus Ride Control
suspension features automatic damper adjustment. When the vehicle sensors detect
that certain parameters such as speed, lateral acceleration and steering angle
might lead to a critical situation the system automatically switches to the
firmer sport setting within milliseconds. The sportier damper setup further
increases the directional stability of the 4x4. The CAN control unit also
detects a return to a more moderate driving style. It then automatically
switches the shock absorbers back to the comfort position.
Brakes
Another active safety feature is the Brabus high-performance brake system.
The front axle is fitted with six-piston aluminum fixed calipers and vented
discs with a diameter of 380 millimeters (15.0 inches). The rear stops on
four-piston aluminum fixed calipers and 345-mm discs (13.6 inches).