With the new Brabus 800 Coupe, based on the latest Mercedes-Benz CL600, Brabus
celebrates the world debut of the world's fastest and most powerful luxury coupe
at the 2011 Dubai Motor Show. In addition to its unique performance the two-door
car's most impressive features are its exclusive sporty-elegant design and its
high-class interior.
The 12-cylinder engine of the CL 600 is reengineered thoroughly in the Brabus
engine-building shop that is equipped with state-of-the-art machine tools.
Displacement is increased from 5.5 to 6.3 liters (336 to 384 cu. in.) with the
help of a special Brabus crankshaft with longer stroke, larger cylinder bore and
correspondingly larger forged pistons. Further performance-enhancing
modifications to the engine itself are the fine-machining of the two cylinder
heads for optimized mixture flow and the installation of four special camshafts.
The engine peripherals are modified extensively as well: the standard twin-turbo
system is replaced with a high-end turbocharging system designed by the Brabus
engine specialists. The new system features two custom exhaust manifolds with
integrated turbine housings and high-performance turbochargers as well as four
water-to-air intercoolers. The combustion air is supplied by a carbon-fiber
ram-air intake integrated into the hood. In addition there is a stainless-steel
high-performance exhaust system with free-flow metal catalysts.
Precision-programmed mapping for injection and ignition coordinate the optimal
interaction of the high-performance components in order to achieve not only
maximum power yield but also to meet strict current EURO V emission limits.
As a result of the extensive modifications the Brabus 800 V12 Biturbo engine
delivers unparalleled performance figures: the engine produces its maximum rated
power output of 800 hp (588 kW) at a low 5,500 rpm. Even more colossal is the
peak torque of 1,047 lb-ft (1,420 Nm) available from 2,100 rpm. In the car peak
torque is limited electronically to 811 lb-ft (1,100 Nm).
Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission
that has been reinforced to handle the enormous power, and the Brabus
high-performance limited-slip differential with a locking rate of 40 percent.
Naturally the Brabus 800 Coupe retains all modern vehicle stability systems that
can be deactivated at the push of a button.
This engine under the hood makes the Brabus 800 Coupe the world's most powerful
and fastest four-seat luxury coupe. From rest the exclusive two-door car sprints
to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds and reaches 124 mph (200 km/h) after a mere 10.3
seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 217 mph (350 km/h).
These extremely fast speeds place especially high demands on the
aerodynamic-enhancement components that were developed in the wind tunnel. The
sophisticated shape of the Brabus front spoiler that attaches to the production
fascia reduces lift on the front axle for further improved directional stability
at high speed.
To achieve a precise aerodynamic balance Brabus equips the CL with an
understated rear spoiler on the trunk lid and a rear fascia insert. The insert
replaces its production counterpart in the bumper and features a central
reflector as well as one custom-tailored cutout on either side to provide the
perfect backdrop for the four tailpipes of the Brabus sport exhaust system.
Exciting design, top-notch quality and further improved driving dynamics are the
outstanding characteristics of the Brabus Monoblock wheels, which are available
for the Mercedes CL-Class with diameters ranging from 18 to 22 inches. To make
safe use of the car's impressive performance requires Brabus Monoblock 21-inch
wheels, available as Monoblock VI, E or F designs.
The Brabus ride-height lowering module for the standard ABC suspension is
specifically calibrated to these ultra-low-profile tires, and lowers the body of
the two-door car by an inch (24 millimeters).
To keep the stunning performance safely in check at all times the Brabus 800
Coupe comes equipped with version IV of the Brabus high-performance brake
system. The front axle is fitted with six-piston aluminum fixed calipers and
vented and cross-drilled discs measuring 405 x 34 millimeters (16 x 1.3 in.).
Together with discs measuring 380 x 34 millimeters (15.0 x 1.34 in.) and
4-piston fixed aluminum calipers on the rear axle the system delivers
outstanding stopping power and endurance.
The interior received a high-class upgrade to match the car's diamond-white
metallic paint finish. The Brabus upholsterers masterfully crafted an interior
from a combination of white leather and black Alcantara, each with contrasting
seams and diamond-pattern topstitching. Carbon-fiber elements in the cockpit add
a markedly sporty touch. Their matte surfaces in "checkered flag" design make
them textbook eye-catchers.
An ergonomically shaped sport steering wheel is also part of the extraordinary
Brabus interior refinement as are scuff plates with backlit Brabus logo, and
aluminum pedals, foot rest and shifter.
The Brabus 800 Coupe is available as a complete vehicle or can be built based on
any current Mercedes CL 600 model.