AMG for over 55 years, these three letters have embodied the highest level of performance, exclusivity, as well as the highest driving dynamics in the world. AMG’s G-Class has held an exclusive position within the AMG portfolio for two decades and is the highest level of off-road driving performance. Its status as a cult vehicle is the perfect vehicle to celebrate the 55th anniversary celebration of AMG, the brand that is synonymous with performance and luxury. the Mercedes-AMG G63 “Edition 55.” Elegant details underscore Mercedes-AMG’s promise to provide customers with the best quality and most individuality. Limited to only 55 models across the U.S., the anniversary model will be on sale later in the year.
“From a two-man start-up in 1967 to a state-of-the-art development site including its own engine manufacturing facility for high-performance vehicles and more than 2000 excellently qualified employees in 2022, the success story of Mercedes-AMG over the past 55 years is simply impressive. The same applies to the G-Class, which has remained true to itself for over four decades in the course of its unique career. Its storied history and genuine character makes it the perfect first well-wisher for me on our 55th birthday. And just as the G-Class will lose none of its original character in its future all-electric variant, Mercedes-AMG is also ensuring the hallmark driving performance made in Affalterbach in its electrified future. The departure into the next 55 years of the company’s history will certainly be as exciting and challenging as the task our company founders Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher set themselves back then,” says Philipp Schiemer, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
The Mercedes-AMG 2022 G 64 “Edition 55” is finished in Obsidian Black metallic and features the AMG emblem. 22-inch AMG forged wheels with the cross-spoke shape with a matte grey finish and a high-sheen rim-flange along with AMG Night Package and AMG Night Package and AMG Night Package II offer visually striking contrast. The cap on the fuel filler in silver-colored chrome with AMG letters further illustrates the attention to detail and quality.
The interior is distinguished by striking black and red elements. Door sill trims made of stainless steel with red-lit AMG letters greet the driver. For a similar look, AMG’s mats in black AMG floor mats made from premium velour have red contrast stitches and “Edition 55” lettering woven in red. Its AMG performance steering wheel made from Microfiber is also a tribute to the event with “AMG” and “55” badges, making this unique model a unique collector’s item. The seats of AMG are finished in Two-tone Nappa Leather in Classic Red/Black. The distinctive atmosphere that the seats provide is completed off with AMG carbon trim that is matte.
It comes with G”Edition” 55 “Edition 55” also includes an individual AMG Indoor Car Cover, constructed of a breathable and tear-resistant synthetic fiber fabric that has an antistatic inner fabric constructed from flannels.
55 Years of Mercedes-AMG story of success
Established in 1967 by two engineers Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher the company has built on its status as an extremely popular sporting and performance car manufacturer with numerous wins in motorsports as well as the development of distinctive road vehicles. The Affalterbach-based firm is a wholly-owned company that is part of Mercedes-Benz Group AG and is the company’s leading sports organization. For each of the more than 2,000 employees the focus is on the brand promise of “Driving Performance,” which unites the core strengths of AMG: cutting-edge technology and a passion for dynamic, emotionally-appealing products.
The present Mercedes-AMG portfolio includes more than 50 cars with the power range ranging of 302 horsepower (AMG CLA 45 Coupe as well as GLA 45) up to 831 hp from system-powered power. This is the very first performance hybrid made by Affalterbach the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Performance. The range of options spans from high-performance models with a variety of body styles , to completely independent sports cars, such as the Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door Coupe, and the brand newly launched Mercedes-AMG SL. The powertrain lineup has been continually refined to meet market demands as well as the wishes of customers. It currently , it offers efficient combustion engines that have the option of four, six and eight-cylinders. Furthermore, Mercedes-AMG is consistently pursuing the direction towards what is the Future of Driving Performance: under the name E PERFORMANCE and performance hybrids are made available with a drive layout that is independent and technology that is derived of Formula 1. The range also includes electric AMG EQS along with EQE derivatives that are based of the company’s “EVA2” platform. The near-term future will see fully independently designed battery electric AMG models will be added that will be built on a completely new electrical design (AMG.EA) which was created entirely within the company.
With 145,979 vehicles sold globally in 2021, and a growth rate in the amount of 16.7 per cent, Mercedes-AMG has started the anniversary year with the highest number of vehicles.
Over the course of two decades, G-Class’s high-performance.
The first production version of an AMG version from the G-Class was introduced in 1999 worldwide to celebrate its 20th year anniversary as an legendary off-road vehicle. G 55 AMG G 55 AMG marked the start of a new extremely successful chapter in the G-Class’s history. G 55 AMG’s 5.5-liter naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine that had triple valve technology as well as dual ignition created 349 horsepower and 387 pounds of torque at 3000 RPM. In 2004, the model with high-performance was upgraded to a stronger V8 turbocharged motor that produced 469 horsepower. Another notable event was the launch of the G 65 AMG. Its V12 engine of 621 horsepower produced a staggering 738 lb-ft of torque.
The new Mercedes-AMG G 63 continues the successful story. Its distinctive position among high-performance SUVs is supported by its strong engine, AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with AMG-specific driving software and the luxurious interior. Its Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine has 577 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. 40:60 ratio all-wheel-drive with three locking differentials, a quick-shifting 9-speed automatic transmission dual-wishbone front suspension, and adjustable damping that can be adjusted to meet the AMG brand promises to provide “Driving Performance” on- and off-road.
