Effortless Performance
The S65 AMG Coupe is the new twelve-cylinder top-of-therange model in the S-Class Coupe series. Unique drive comfort,
benchmark performance and exquisite appointments are all
hallmarks of this stunning new two-door. The irresistible contours of the V12 Coupe are accentuated by a host of expressive
design elements in high-sheen chrome. The AMG 6.0- liter V12
biturbo engine, with an output of 621 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque,
is unique in its segment, as is the AMG sports suspension, based
on MAGIC BODY CONTROL with curve tilting function and ROAD
SURFACE SCAN.
Coupe, Sedan and Roadster: following the S65 AMG and the SL
65 AMG, the new S65 AMG Coupe is the third AMG high-performance car with a V12 engine to come to the United States market. Globally, no other car manufacturer in the world offers such
a wide portfolio of twelve-cylinder vehicles as Mercedes-AMG.
In 2003, the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz presented
a coupe with a powerful V12 biturbo engine in the form of the
CL65 AMG (C215 model series). Its successor, the CL65 AMG
(C216 model series) was available between 2007 and 2014 and
was the direct predecessor to the new S65 AMG Coupe.
Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: "There are AMG fans for whom our V12
biturbo engine is the measure of all things. For this clientele we
have developed a unique car in the form of the new S65 AMG
Coupe. From driving dynamics to comfort and equipment – our
new twelve-cylinder coupe surpasses even the highest of expectations."
Twelve-cylinder engines are still considered the pinnacle of engine design. Among connoisseurs the AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo
engine in particular is seen as an outstanding example of its
type. Open the hood of the S65 AMG Coupe, and it is immediately obvious why. The exclusive carbon fiber/aluminum engine
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cover is synonymous with the exceptional strengths of the V12
engine that is built in Affalterbach according to the "one man,
one engine" principle. Apart from serving as an AMG hallmark
confirming superlative precision and production quality, the AMG
engine plate bearing the master engine builder's signature is
also a clear testament to the peerless DNA of Mercedes-Benz's
high-performance brand.
Supreme sportiness combined with the sensual clarity typical of
Mercedes-Benz – the irresistible contours of the S65 AMG Coupe
are a captivating sight. V12- specific features include the countless design elements in high-sheen chrome at the front, sides
and rear which are particularly effective in conjunction with dark
paintwork. The large central Mercedes star on the front apron,
the "twin blade" radiator grille, all of the air intake grilles, the
trim strip on the "A-wing", the side flics (air deflector elements)
and the front splitter are chromed-trimmed. The three-dimensional front splitter increases downforce at the front axle, while
the gap above the front splitter ensures an effective flow of air
to the separate engine oil cooler behind it.