Have your eye on a brand new Mercedes-Benz
G550 4x4²? Take action soon because the German luxury brand announced
production will cease at the end of October.
The rugged G550 4x4² made a splash with its
serious off-road credentials, which begins with a ride height that exceeds 17
inches off the ground. The off-road cred extends to a permanent all-wheel-drive
system, a reduction transfer case, three differential locks, and portal
axles. The portal axles are quite different from traditional axles
since the wheels are not at the height of the axle center. Instead, they
are much lower to make room for the portal transmission, and they help give
the G550 4x4² its
incredibly tall ride height. Dual springs tuned for a high rate of travel help
ensure the SUV handles any terrain thrown at it.
Power comes from the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter
V-8 found in the regular G550. It produces 422 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of
torque. A 7-speed automatic transmission handles shifting duties and sends
power to the AWD system that boasts 50:50 torque distribution between the
axles.
It's unclear if the next-generation 2019 Mercedes-Benz
G-Class will ever spawn a similar off-road beast, so we'd advise
placing an order before it's too late. Interested parties better have the
$225,925 the G550 4x4² commands.
The 2019 G-Class will represent the nameplate's first full
redesign ever, but spy shots indicate it'll stick to the body style so many
fans have come to know and love. We expect the 2019 G-Class to go on sale some
time in 2018.
source: http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1113259_better-order-now-mercedes-benz-g550-4x4-production-set-to-end
by Sean Szymkowski
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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