Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Brabus E V12 - The Black Baron is born.


Brabus has unveiled the limited edition E V12 sedan which is based on the new Mercedes E-Class, the E V12 features a 6.0-liter V12 biturbo bored out to 6.3-liters producing a whopping 800 hp and 1100 Nm of torque. While details are limited at this time, up front, Brabus have outfitted the engine with a ram-air system, a quad-exhaust, and revised engine electronics. To keep this utter beast under control, the company has added a fully adjustable sports suspension, new stabilizers, a high performance braking system, and black 19-inch alloy wheels outfitted with 255/35 (front) and 285/35 (rear) tires.
In terms of styling, Brabus made major modifications to improve aerodynamics, engine ventilation, and brake cooling. Changes include a revised front bumper, new front quarter panels, aggressive side sills, and never seen before, rear wheel covers. Out back, the car features a trunk-mounted spoiler and a carbon fiber rear diffuser.
Thanks to all these tweaks, the E V12 rockets from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h (124 mph) in 9.9 seconds, and 0-300 km/h (186 mph) in 23.9 seconds. If you keep your foot planted, the car will eventually top out at an electronically limited 350 km/h (217 mph). Without the limiter, Brabus estimates the car can hit a top speed in excess of 370 km/h (230 mph). Fuel consumption is rated at 15.7L/100km (15 mpg), while CO2 emissions are a ridiculous 372 g/km. Inside, the car features black leather upholstery, an Alcantara headliner, carbon fiber trim, and a 400 km/h (249 mph) speedometer. Production will be limited to ten units, and prices start at €600,000. I dont think one of the ten will be lucky enough to make it to these shores.

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