Mercedes-AMG G 63 Offroad PRO Debuts in India at Rs. 3.80 Crore

Mercedes-Benz India has officially launched the AMG G 63 Offroad PRO variant in India, with ex-showroom prices starting at Rs. 3.80 crore. This new variant of G-Class now sits just below G Wagon’s topmost G 63 Collector’s edition, making total variant count of six. This limited run flagship SUV gets specialized chassis and ready for expedition exterior hardware.

Technical Breakthroughs & Off-Road Capabilities

The Offroad PRO edition brings substantial mechanical and electronic enhancements, becoming a Mercedes car to specifically handle severe terrain.

• Advanced Active Ride Suspension: Utilizes active hydraulic roll stabilization to optimize axle articulation and control body movement over uneven surfaces.
• AMG Active Balance Control: Gives drivers the ability to customize suspension roll stiffness across three distinct stages within off-road drive modes.
• Traction PRO & Differential Torque: Operates in Rock and Sand modes to control individual wheel braking torque. This provides seven selectable locking stages to extract the SUV from deep sand or mud.

Powertrain Output & Off-Road Cockpit Architecture

• V8 Mild-Hybrid Engine: Handcrafted 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 engine generating 585 hp and 850 Nm of torque.
• Low-Speed Electric Assist: A 48V integrated starter-generator provides an extra 15 kW (20 hp) boost during lower engine speeds.
• Performance Metrics: Propels the SUV from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 240 km/h.
• Digital Off-Road Suite: MBUX NTG7 setup featuring a specialized off-road cockpit display and a Transparent Hood camera feed for underbody visibility.

Car Junction's Insights

The launch of the AMG G 63 Offroad PRO reinforces Mercedes-Benz' domination in the ultra-luxury performance SUV space in India. This performance SUV is different from others like the Lamborghini Urus and Aston Martin DBX in many aspects. Since the former ones emphasize on track dynamics, the Offroad PRO directly appeals to buyers who demand serious trail capability alongside V8 performance.

Offering specialized suspension setups and roof-mounted hardware out of the factory allows Mercedes-AMG to capture ultra high net-worth enthusiasts looking for exclusivity. Expect limited allocation numbers to lead to swift bookings across Indian metro markets.

Mercedes-Benz continues to expand its high-end lineup with the Maybach S-Class Facelift India launch also set to bring another major luxury update.