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The iconic Mercedes G 55 AMG at Rs 1.1 crore!

Last updated on: February 16, 2011 09:44 IST


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Mercedes Benz India launched the G-Wagen or the Gelandewagen in India on Valentine's Day. The country would be getting the top model in the G-Class - the G 55 AMG.

The car is powered by a supercharged 5.5-litre V8-engine developing 373 kW/507 hp and a maximum torque of 700 newton metres (Nm).

The G 55 AMG breaks the 100 km/h mark in 5.5 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 210 km/h.

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The iconic Mercedes G 55 AMG at Rs 1.1 crore!


Features like Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Hill Start Assist help make the G 55 AMG an easy to handle and comfortable to drive car.

It comes with a permanent all-wheel drive with three locking differentials, a 5-speed automatic transmission and high performance ventilated disc brakes.

The G55 AMG will be imported as a completely built unit (CBU) and will cost a whopping Rs 1.1 crore (Rs 11 million).

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The iconic Mercedes G 55 AMG at Rs 1.1 crore!


Exterior features:

The car has a mammoth presence on the road and its radiator grille with the three-pointed star makes it stand out immediately.

The car's body coloured bumpers and flared AMG wings add to its grandeur.

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The iconic Mercedes G 55 AMG at Rs 1.1 crore!


The new high-gloss titanium grey 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels in five-spoke enhance the car's brawny character.

The G Wagon has 9.5 inches, 275/55 R 19 tyres.

Stainless steel running board on each side, two oval, chrome-plated twin tailpipes also boost the G Wagon's look.

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The iconic Mercedes G 55 AMG at Rs 1.1 crore!


Interior look:

The G 55 AMG not only boasts of a good looks on the outside the car has excellent interior styling.

A roof lining in anthracite Alcantara and designer leather come as standard features with silver-coloured emblems on the front seat backrests.

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The iconic Mercedes G 55 AMG at Rs 1.1 crore!


The colour scheme is matched by the designo wood trim and the wood/leather steering wheel and selector lever with G 55 lettering.

The car also has a latest-generation COMAND APS Mercedes telematics, reversing camera and rear seat entertainment as standard.

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