Star Torque Issue 244 Winter 2016

Aside from the expressive design of the exterior and
interior, the four-seater cabriolet offers the brand’s
hallmark Driving Performance. The 5.5 litre V8-biturbo
engine with 430 kW (585 HP) output and 900 Nm
maximum torque, the performance-oriented 4MATIC
all-wheel drive, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9
seconds.
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ith the new S 65 Cabriolet, Mercedes-AMG is for
the first time offering a performance car which
combines the impressive power of the 6.0 litre
V12 biturbo engine with the pleasure of open-top driving
for four occupants. An output of 463 kW (630 hp), 1000
newton metres of maximum torque, the sport suspension
based on AIRMATIC and the exquisite appointments
emphasise the exceptional status of the new flagship
model in the S-Class family from Mercedes-AMG.
A new dimension in open-air motoring is guaranteed
by the automatic wind protection system AIRCAP, the
AIRSCARF neck-level heating system, heated armrests
and intelligent climate control. The three-layered acoustic
fabric soft top is available in four colours, and has a
very high-quality interior lining in nappa leather and
DINAMICA microfibre.
No other car manufacturer in the world offers such a
wide portfolio of twelve-cylinder models as Mercedes-
AMG: The S 65 Saloon, SL 65 Roadster, G 65 off-roader
and S 65 Coupé are now joined by the new S 65 Cabriolet
as a further high performance alternative for discerning
automobile enthusiasts.
“The customer base for our V12 biturbo engine expects
the ultimate in every respect.That is why we are offering
a four-seater high-performance convertible with this
legendary power unit for the first time. The new S 65
Cabriolet sets benchmarks for all relevant criteria: top
performance, a breathtaking driving experience and
exquisite appointments,” says Tobias Moers, Chairman of
Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
The peak output of 463 kW (630 hp) and maximum
torque of 1000 newton metres make for effortlessly
superior performance: The Mercedes-AMG S 65 Cabriolet
sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. The top speed
is 250 km/h (electronically limited). The AMG Driver’s
package includes an increase in the top speed to 300
km/h (also electronically limited).
Yet it is the unrivalled 12-cylinder driving experience
that thrills much more than facts and figures: stylish
driving comfort and effortless power delivery combine
with great refinement and the unmistakable AMG V12
engine sound.
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