Mercedes G55 AMG - a perfect example of the work of German engineering thought

Mercedes-Benz Gelendvagen is a real old-timer of the market. It has been produced for more than 25 years, and therefore it is extremely difficult to write something new about it. However, the release of the new version of the G55 AMG again made us wonder at the genius of German engineering, which created such a successful design with such reserves. Just think - a quarter of a century in the ranks, and yet the engineers manage to constantly increase the torque and power, and the maximum speed of the SUV has already exceeded 200.

It is quite expected appearance G55 AMG, the output of which was specially timed to the 25th anniversary of the series, left almost unchanged. However, one should not judge by the exterior - in contrast to the unchanging classical design, the technical stuffing just makes you feel respect. V8 compressor in the volume of 5.5 liters hides in itself 476 horsepowers and is capable to develop a twisting moment in 700 Nanometers already on 2650 turns. Therefore acceleration to a hundred takes less than six seconds, and the maximum is limited by electronics at around 210 kilometers per hour.

The braking system corresponds to dynamic characteristics - hardy and powerful ventilated disc brakes of 18 inches size quietly stop a car weighing more than 3 tons at any speed. In addition, pleases the presence of ESP and ABS. It's nice to be aware of yourself in safety, because if you "lose" this three-ton machine at a speed under two hundred, it is most likely that even a professional racer will not be able to level it. Get an elephant in a china shop - there is not enough space on the road. The transmission of all-wheel drive, with three real locks, will give odds to its electronic competitors. All of these characteristics of the G55 AMG, coupled with a reduction gear ratio of 2.16, make it not an SUV, but just an all-terrain vehicle.

Although, of course, there are points that can create known problems for this unit. The fact is that the dynamics and speed of 210 km / h forced the engineers to sacrifice some off-road qualities for the sake of safety. Hence, a long base with rigid stabilizers of lateral stability, and low-profile tires for asphalt.

On the road, the car shows itself in a completely different quality. Dynamic as a sports car, it at the same time has a high landing and is quite comfortable, so the speed in it is felt less. In addition, trips in such conditions are much less tiresome than sitting in low sports cars. Mild off-road suspension effectively extinguishes any disturbance, so the trip along the highway is similar to flying. However, here there is a minus - because of the dependent suspension, the large SUV does not behave stably at high speeds, like the S-class.

The interior of the G55 AMG is made in the corporate style of the department, which has attached a hand to it, and all is saturated with self-esteem. Perfect build quality, sound execution and materials. In a word, the salon is masterpiece. Interesting evolution is observed - a soldier and laborer for 25 years has become a wealthy businessman with a well-developed taste and love for expensive things. By the way, about expensive things. A strange SUV comes from the Mercedes G55 AMG. Its price fluctuates around 150 thousand dollars. And when such a tank flies in bumps between trees, sometimes jumping fun, something inside, it happens, shrinks.

In general, a universal off-road car, comfortable trips on the routes and even for business meetings - all this G55 AMG. The price allows you to use it in all these qualities.