Fastest SUV: Brabus 900 Rocket Edition Mercedes-AMG GLE!

The Monaco marina is the perfect backdrop for the world premiere of a new BRABUS masterpiece! At the Monaco Yacht Show on September 22, 2021, the world's fastest street-legal SUV with 330 km / h will celebrate its world premiere: the BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION! The new supercar is a limited edition of 25 vehicles based on the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC + Coupé. The BRABUS ROCKET 900 V8 biturbo displacement engine serves as the power plant. With the expansion to 4,5 liters and an efficient high-performance charging system, this engine produces a peak output of 662 kW / 900 hp and a maximum torque of 1 Nm, which is limited to 250 Nm in the car. This catapults the exclusive SUV supercar from standstill to 1 km / h in just 050 seconds. The electronic speed limiter brakes the five-door all-wheel drive coupé at 3,2 km / h.

Brabus 900 Rocket Edition

• The fastest road legal SUV in the world
• The new BRABUS Limited Edition supercar based on
  of the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC + Coupé
• BRABUS 900 V8 twin-turbo displacement engine with 662 kW / 900 PS
  and a maximum torque of 1 250 Nm
  0 - 100 km / h in 3,2 seconds and 330 km / h V / max
• Sporty clear carbon aerodynamic kit and 24-inch high-tech forged wheels with carbon aero discs
• Exclusive BRABUS fine leather interior
  with sporty carbon elements

Sporty, elegantly styled aerodynamic components made of carbon fiber and tailor-made BRABUS wheels up to the 24-inch Monoblock Z "PLATINUM EDITION" forged wheels with carbon aero discs shown here give the 4 × 4 Fastback an athletic and exclusive look. For the personalization of the interior, there are perfectly processed BRABUS fine leather equipment in any desired color.

The BRABUS ROCKET 900 V8 biturbo displacement engine makes the GLE 63 S 4MATIC + Coupé and of course its class brother with the normal five-door body a high-performance automobile in a class of its own. In order to expand the eight-cylinder engine from the standard 3 cm³ to 982 cm³, not only are the cylinder bores enlarged to 4 millimeters and appropriately sized forged pistons installed. A special crankshaft milled from solid and then finely balanced with a stroke extended to 407 millimeters and also forged, longer connecting rods complete the expansion of the displacement.

BRABUS 900 V8 displacement engine

After opening the bonnet, the BRABUS 900 V8 displacement engine can be recognized by the BRABUS engine cover with red carbon fibers. The engine is supplied with fuel via two high-pressure pumps with increased delivery rates and an additional booster pump. Other, just as elementary, components of this high-performance engine are hidden invisibly in the engine compartment: The two series turbos are being replaced by special BRABUS superchargers with a larger compressor unit and modified fuselage groups with reinforced axial bearings.

Larger downpipes with a diameter of 75 millimeters are just as much a part of this engine conversion as metal catalytic converters and special particle filters. The exhaust side is completed by the BRABUS stainless steel sports exhaust system with integrated exhaust flaps and two 90 millimeter BRABUS titanium / carbon tailpipes on each side of the vehicle. This system allows active sound management with a robust V8 sound when the system is open or discreet whispering in "Coming Home" mode.

The BRABUS engine engineers and electronics technicians used their enormous know-how to optimally coordinate these high-performance components in extensive test bench tests and in equally extensive test drives. This not only guarantees maximum performance, but also exemplary emission behavior and flawless stability. BRABUS documents this with the exemplary BRABUS tuning guarantee for 3 years up to 100 kilometers (according to BRABUS guarantee conditions, as of July 000). BRABUS recommends high-performance lubricants from MOTUL.

crazy 900 hp at only 6200 rpm

The enormous design effort is reflected in outstanding performance: the peak output of 662 kW / 900 PS at just 6200 rpm is just as much a reference value in this vehicle category as the enormous maximum torque of 1250 Nm between 2500 and 4500 tours. In order to protect the power transmission, this value is electronically limited in the vehicle to 1050 Nm. The driving performance of the BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION, which is shown here in the special “Superior Gray” paintwork, corresponds to these outstanding values: the SUV, which weighs around two and a half tons, catapults itself from a standing start to 3,2 km / h in just 100 seconds. With the combination of tires, the electronic speed limiter only intervenes at 330 km / h.

Exciting looks and optimal aerodynamic function: the BRABUS designers developed body components made of the high-tech material carbon for the GLE 63 Coupé. They not only make the Fastback appear even more spectacular: Thanks to their sophisticated shape, the front spoiler lip, which is attached to the lower part of the apron, minimizes the lift on the front axle at high speeds, which further optimizes driving stability. The side air inlets in the front bumper, together with the BRABUS front grille and the two RAM-Air air inlets, complete the striking BRABUS look. There is a clasp with the ROCKET logo in the entrance on the driver's side. When a door handle is operated or the driver approaches the supercar with the key card, the emblem's integrated lighting is activated.

Rear apron with carbon panels

Carbon covers for the side air outlets and a diffuser insert were developed for the rear apron, which perfectly sets the scene for the four tailpipes of the BRABUS high-performance exhaust system. The three-part rear spoiler rounds off the aerodynamic concept for the GLE Coupé.

BRABUS replaces the standard wheel arch extensions on the front and rear axles with sporty carbon fiber extensions. BRABUS light alloy rims for the GLE 63 are available in different designs and 21, 22, 23 or 24 inch diameters. The most exclusive variant is shown here, BRABUS Monoblock Z "PLATINUM EDITION" wheels with a diameter of 24 inches and aero discs made of carbon fiber. Thanks to the latest forging technology, these ten-spoke rims combine lightweight construction with excellent strength. The size 10Jx24 wheels with 295/30 ZR 24 high-performance road tires are used on the front axle. At the rear, 355/25 ZR 24 tires on 12Jx24 rims ensure grip and a spectacular look.

Top speed of 330 km / h

BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION Supercars with a top speed of 330 km / h are supplied with BRABUS Monoblock Y "PLATINUM EDITION" forged wheels with a 23 inch diameter and Continental high-performance tires. At the front, ten inch wide wheels with 295/30 ZR 23 tires are then driven. On the rear axle there are 12Jx23 rims with 335/30 ZR 23 tires.

The BRABUS control module for the air suspension, which lowers the high-performance SUV by approx. 25 millimeters, also contributes to the agility in handling that is outstanding for an SUV. This not only makes the all-wheel-drive car look more exciting, but also experiences a further increase in driving dynamics by lowering the center of gravity.

The Bottrop-based refiner also enjoys an international reputation in the interior design sector: the in-house saddlery also produces interior fittings for the BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION that are tailored to the customer's wishes down to the last detail. The finest BRABUS Mastik leather, a particularly soft and breathable type of leather, and Alcantara in any desired color are precisely handcrafted to create a high-quality BRABUS fine leather interior. The BRABUS interior sets in fine wood and carbon also offer maximum variety in color and surfaces.

Prices from 453.489,02 euros

The first example of the BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION painted in “Superior Gray” is also matched to the exterior color in the interior. The BRABUS fine leather equipment was upholstered in gray leather that matches the outer skin. The seat strips and inner parts of the door panels were quilted to the nearest millimeter and also perforated. The leather was trimmed with red piping to match the red painted brake calipers and the two red signature stripes in the radiator grille. In addition, all trim parts in the cockpit were glazed red. The pedals, door pins and the RACE shift paddles on the steering wheel are in the same color. Stainless steel door sills with the BRABUS logo illuminated in the same way as the ambient lighting in the interior round off the interior. The BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION is available from 453.489,02 euros (price including 19% VAT in Germany!).

Technical data BRABUS 900 ROCKET EDITION

• Body:
  5-door coupé based on the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC + of the C 167 series. Five-door ROCKET EDITION. All-steel body on a steel frame. BRABUS clear carbon aerodynamic kit. Consisting of: front spoiler, covers for the side air inlets in the front bumper, air inlets in the radiator grille for the RAM-AIR intake system, three-part rear spoiler, covers for the side air outlets in the rear bumper and rear diffuser.
• Dimensions:
  Length 4 mm
  Width 2 mm
  Height 1 720 mm
  Empty weight 2 445 kg
  Permissible total weight 3 120 kg
  Tank capacity / reserve 85 l / 12 l
• Motor
  BRABUS 900 V8 biturbo displacement engine based on Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC +. BRABUS 900 V8 Biturbo engine conversion consisting of:
  Displacement increase to 4,5 liters thanks to a special crankshaft milled from solid material with a longer stroke and enlarged cylinder bores in connection with corresponding pistons and connecting rods.
  BRABUS 900 V8 biturbo system with two high-performance exhaust gas turbochargers with a larger compressor unit and a special trunk group with reinforced axial bearings. RAM-AIR intake system. Maximum boost pressure 1,4 bar.
  BRABUS high-performance stainless steel exhaust system with metal catalytic converter system to reduce pressure and exhaust flap control.
  Newly programmed maps for injection, ignition and boost pressure control of the electronic engine management.
  V8 cylinder 4 valve Light alloy engine with two turbochargers
  Cubic capacity 4 cm³
  Bore 84 mm
  Stroke 100 mm
  Compaction 8,6: 1
  Rated output 662 kW / 900 PS at 6 rpm
  Max. Torque 1 Nm at 250 2 rpm (electronically limited to 900 Nm in the car!)
  Fuel: Super plus (at least 98 RON)
  Engine oil: MOTUL
• power transmission
  4MATIC + all-wheel drive with electronically controlled rear axle differential lock
  SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed sports transmission
• Suspension
  Independent front and rear suspension with air suspension. BRABUS AIRMATIC SPORT unit for lowering the vehicle by approx. 25 millimeters.
• Wheel and tires:
  Wheels: One-piece BRABUS Monoblock Z "PLATINUM EDITION" ten-spoke forged wheels with exposed carbon aero discs
  Tires: Front axle: 10Jx24 with 295/30 ZR 24
• Bremsanlage
  Dual-circuit brake system with internally ventilated and perforated carbon-ceramic brake discs, ABS.
  Front brake discs diameter: 400 mm
  Rear brake discs diameter: 360 mm
• performance
  0 - 100 km / h: 3,2 s
  V / max: 330 km / h (electronically limited, depending on the mounted wheel / tire combination)
• Price of the vehicle shown here
  € 453.489,02 (price including 19 percent VAT in Germany!)

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