Brabus At The International Motor Show In Geneva

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on March 3, 2006

In addition to the host of new Mercedes models making their debut at  
the International Motor Show in Geneva, German supertuner BRABUS has  
used the event to showcase a few new products of their own.

We've already told you about most of them, but two we've failed to  
mention are the Brabus Viano Lounge Concept as well as the BRABUS  
Black Star 101, a vehicle based on the smart fortwo convertible.

But fret not, oh faithful readers, because you can find details of  
these two vehicles, as well the entire Geneva BRABUS lineup,  
immediately below.  Also, if you'd like to view photos of any of the  
vehicles, you can do so by visiting www.eMercedesBenz.com.  Enjoy.



BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo

At the Geneva Motor Show 2006 BRABUS celebrates the debut of the  
world's fastest and most powerful luxury sedan. The 340-km/h high- 
performance automobile is based on the new Mercedes S 600 and is  
powered by a BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo twelve-cylinder engine with 730  
hp / 537 kW and a peak torque of 1,320 Nm.

The BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo engine is a prime example for the old  
adage that nothing can replace displacement except more displacement.  
A special crankshaft with longer stroke, forged pistons with a larger  
diameter and an increased cylinder bore result in a displacement   
increase from standard 5.5 to now 6.3 liters. In addition the inlet  
and outlet ports of both cylinder heads are optimized for improved  
mixture flow. Four special camshafts also contribute to that same  
effect.

The BRABUS engine specialists further equip the engine with larger  
turbochargers, a more efficient intercooling system and a stainless- 
steel high-performance exhaust system with four pipes and metal  
catalysts with low back pressure. Newly programmed engine electronics  
ensure that all new components work together flawlessly. They also  
contribute to maximum power yield and to meeting current exhaust  
emission limits.

With 730 hp / 537 kW at 5,100 rpm the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo engine  
delivers superlative power. The same is true for its peak torque of  
1,320 Nm at 2,100 rpm. In the car peak torque is limited  
electronically to 1,100 Nm.

This extraordinary performance makes the BRABUS SV12 S Biturbo into  
not just the most powerful but also the fastest luxury sedan in the  
world: 0 ? 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, 200 km/h after just 11.9 seconds  
and an electronically limited top speed of 340 km/h.

Power is transferred to the real wheels via a modified five-speed  
automatic transmission. An optional BRABUS locking differential  
optimizes traction. All BRABUS powertrain components are operated  
exclusively with ARAL high-performance lubricants. BRABUS also offers  
performance tuning for the S 600 and S 65 models. The list ranges  
from the T12 performance kit for 580 hp / 419 kW to the T 65 S  
performance tuning that boosts power output of the S 65 model to 715  
hp / 526 kW.

The enormous performance of the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo place  
especially high demands on the vehicle's aerodynamic properties. The  
BRABUS designers used the wind tunnel to develop a special front  
apron whose refined shape reduces lift on the front axle. Its large  
central air inlet optimizes cooling of engine and front brakes.

For optimizing the airflow around the sides of the vehicle the  
designers shaped the BRABUS side sills that feature integrated  
entrance lights for added utility.

The BRABUS aerodynamic-enhancement concept is rounded out with the  
BRABUS rear spoiler lip and the rear apron with integrated LED lights  
and custom-tailored cutouts for the BRABUS sport exhaust with four  
tailpipes.

The enormous performance of the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo is kept in  
safe control at all times by custom-tailored solutions for tires,  
brakes and suspension. These include BRABUS Monoblock light-alloy  
wheels with 20- or 21-inch diameters. The largest version features the
new especially elegant BRABUS Monoblock E wheels in sizes 9Jx21 on  
the front axle and 10.5Jx21 in the rear. The nine-spoke design was  
developed specifically for the new Mercedes S-Class and celebrates  
its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2006. Extensive tests  
demonstrated Pirelli and Yokohama tires in sizes 255/30 ZR 21 in  
front and 285/30 ZR 21 on the rear axle to be ideal.

The large wheels also create the necessary space to install the  
BRABUS high-performance brake system with 12-piston aluminum fixed  
calipers and 380 x 36-mm vented and cross-drilled discs in front, and  
355 x 28-mm discs and six-piston aluminum fixed calipers on the rear  
axle.

Luxurious and highly customized interiors are yet another BRABUS  
specialty. The product lineup for the new BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo  
ranges from sill plates with BRABUS logo to ergonomically shaped  
safety steering wheels with airbag to an exclusive BRABUS interior   
crafted from especially soft yet Mastik leather and the finest  
Alcantara. The fastest luxury sedan in the world can be further  
refined with an exclusive state-of-the-art BRABUS multimedia package.



BRABUS Business Concept for the new Mercedes S-Class

State-of-the-art entertainment and communication technologies on  
board a 340-km/h luxury sedan: BRABUS has developed a business  
concept for the new Mercedes S-Class that not only offers the latest  
technologies but also combines maximum utility with the highest level  
of craftsmanship.

At the heart of the system is an ultra-slim 3-GHz notebook computer,  
housed safely in an electrically powered drawer under the rear parcel  
shelf in the trunk. The notebook with tablet PC technology can be  
easily removed from the docking station for use in the office or  
during business meetings.

The entire BRABUS business package is operated with a second COMAND  
controller, conveniently installed in a special console integrated  
into the rear passenger compartment. This allows users of the  
computer system to operate the system in identical ways regardless of  
whether they're seated in the front or in the rear. The new console  
also houses a color printer.

An electrically deployed 15.2-inch computer monitor with 16:9 aspect  
ratio is integrated into the headliner upholstered in the finest  
leather. The BRABUS computer is connected to the internet via UMTS.  
Two USB 2.0 ports integrated into the rear compartment allow  
connecting  peripherals such as a webcam for video conferencing or a  
digital camera.

The interior specialists from BRABUS have also come up with an  
innovative solution that lets rear occupants watch digital TV, a DVD  
or play a game on their game console in the new S-Class: They  
manufacture special new backrests for the standard seats, upholstered  
in matching leather. These new backrests reach all the way up to the  
headrests and feature a 7-inch LD monitor with 16:9 aspect ratio and  
integrated DVD player. Each BRABUS seat backrest can be further  
equipped with an integrated precious-wood table that folds down and  
stows at the push of a button. The table tops are available with  
grains that match the standard wood trims of the S-Class, and can be  
tilted at any angle. They provide ample space for reading files or  
for the wireless keyboard of the computer system.

The computer comes with an MP3 player and can store more than 5,000  
songs. The sound is transmitted via Sennheiser Noise Gard headphones  
with active noise cancellation technology for undisturbed listening  
pleasure.

Maximum individuality and comfort in the interior is yet another  
specialty of the BRABUS interior designers. Among the many options  
are electrically operated curtains that guarantee privacy for the  
rear occupants. The product lineup further includes sill plates with  
illuminated  BRABUS logo, ergonomically shaped sport steering wheels  
and even an exclusive fully leather BRABUS interior crafted from  
especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik leather or from the finest  
Alcantara leather.

BRABUS also offers many other options for customizing and refining  
the new S-Class.  Among them are stainless-steel sport exhaust  
systems, powerful engine tunings, sporty yet elegant aerodynamic- 
enhancement components, high-performance brake systems,  suspension  
modules as well as one-piece and multi-piece light-alloy wheels in  
various designs and diameters ranging from 18 to 21 inches.



BRABUS Tuning for the new Mercedes R-Class

Concurrent with the market introduction of the new Mercedes R-Class  
in Europe BRABUS presents an exclusive tuning program for the new  
Grand Sports
Tourer. Highlights of the product lineup are the BRABUS 6.1 S  
displacement engine with 445 hp / 327 kW for the R 500, a sporty yet  
elegant aerodynamic-enhancement program, light-alloy wheels up to 22  
inches in diameter with custom-calibrated suspensions, and  
individual  interior options.

BRABUS is world-renowned for its powerful yet clean burning high- 
performance engines that are lubricated exclusively with ARAL high- 
performance motor oil. The BRABUS 4.0 displacement engine with 332  
hp / 224 kW and a peak torque of 420 Nm at 4,200 rpm represents the  
most powerful BRABUS tuning available for the new R 350.

Equipped with BRABUS PowerXtra D6 (III) tuning rated power output of  
the R 320 CDI increases from standard 224 hp / 165 kW to 272 hp / 200  
kW at just 3,800 rpm. At the same time peak torque grows from 510 Nm  
to 590 Nm. With the tuned common-rail turbodiesel engine the R 320  
CDI sprints from 0 ? 100 km/h in just 8.2 seconds. The new top speed  
is 227 km/h.

The eight-cylinder R 500 can be elevated to new performance levels in  
four BRABUS tuning stages. The most powerful of them is labeled  
BRABUS 6.1 S. In addition to the displacement increase of the V8  
engine to 6.1 liters the three-valve cylinder heads are optimized  
for  improved mixture flow and fitted with special camshafts. The  
conversion further includes a stainless-steel high-performance  
exhaust system with metal catalysts. The impressive result after the  
conversion: 445 hp / 327 kW at 6,000 rpm and an enormous peak torque  
of 635 Nm at 4,500 rpm. In BRABUS 6.1 S specification the Grand  
Sports Tourer delivers excellent performance: Just 5.9 seconds for 0  
- 100 km/h with a top speed of 265 km/h.

BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust systems with four tailpipes are  
available for all R-Class engine variants.

For a more sporty emphasis of the characteristic R-Class lines the  
BRABUS designers developed an aerodynamic-enhancement kit with front  
spoiler, precise-fit auxiliary headlight inserts for the front bumper  
and a rear apron with cutouts for the two dual chrome tailpipes of
the BRABUS sport exhaust.

Just as important for a customized appearance are BRABUS Monoblock A,  
S and VI light-alloy wheels, which come in various designs with  
diameters ranging from 18 to 22 inches. The largest version for the  
new R-Class features BRABUS wheels in size 10Jx22 shod with  Yokohama  
or Pirelli high-performance tires in size 265/35 ZR 22 in front and  
in size 295/30 ZR 22 on the rear axle.

The BRABUS suspension engineers developed sporty yet comfortable  
suspensions perfectly matched to the new tire/wheel combinations.  
BRABUS also offers high-performance brake systems for the new R- 
Class. The most powerful system, Version III, consists of 380-  
millimeter perforated discs and 12-piston aluminum calipers on the  
front axle. The rear axle features 6-piston calipers on 355- 
millimeter discs.

Luxury and individuality in the interior is another BRABUS specialty.  
The options range from stainless-steel sill plates with illuminated  
BRABUS logo to ergonomically shaped sport steering wheels to an  
exclusive BRABUS fully leather interior crafted from a combination of  
especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik and Alcantara leathers.

The BRABUS multimedia package is also available for the new model  
series. It includes DVD player, game console and LCD screens  
integrated into the back of the headrests. Upon customer request  
BRABUS can convert the new R-Class into a fully functional office on  
wheels with powered tables and a state-of-the-art computer system.



BRABUS BLACK STAR 101

BRABUS BLACK STAR 101: BRABUS now offers an  especially sporty model  
based on the smart fortwo convertible. The black-painted special  
smart model with exclusive BRABUS equipment and a maximum power  
output of 101 hp / 74 kW is available for 34,900 Euros MSRP. Only 101  
consecutively numbered cars will be built.

The three-cylinder turbocharged engine has proven its mettle in the  
smart BRABUS roadster and delivers identical powerful 101 hp / 74 kW  
at 5,250 rpm in the BRABUS BLACK STAR 101. Moreover it produces its  
peak torque of 130 Nm on a wide plateau between 2,500 and  5,300 rpm.  
The sprint from 0 - 100 km/h takes just 11.2 seconds. Top speed is  
limited electronically to 160 km/h.

In everyday driving the 101-hp / 74-kW BRABUS engine not only  
delivers sporty acceleration but also especially strong pulling power  
from low engine speeds.

Just like in Formula 1 racing the six speeds of the sequential  
transmission of the BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 are selected via shift  
paddles on the BRABUS sport steering wheel with a diameter of just 34  
centimeters. The standard shifter between the seats remains fully   
functional.

In addition the BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 comes with especially exclusive  
equipment: The climate control system, the radio and navigation  
system are accompanied by numerous exclusive BRABUS accessories.

The BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 shines with immersion polished extra-wide  
BRABUS Monoblock VI light-alloy wheels in sizes 5.5Jx16 in front and  
8Jx17 on the rear axle. Specifically matched to these wheels are the  
Yokohama tires is sizes 175/50 R 16 on the front axle and 225/35 R  
17, which are housed on the rear axle underneath BRABUS widestar  
fenders.

For sporty yet comfortable handling the BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 is  
further fitted with a BRABUS sport suspension that is calibrated to  
the wide track. The new springing/damper settings und the wide tires  
offer a sporty yet comfortable handling with large safety reserves.

The appearance of the BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 is further dominated by  
the BRABUS front spoiler painted in body color, BRABUS side flaps on  
the sills and the BRABUS stainless-steel rear molding with two  
chromed tailpipes protruding from the center. The stainless-steel  
sport exhaust system has been custom developed for the BRABUS BLACK  
STAR 101.

The exclusive convertible's fascination is further enhanced by an  
exclusive black leather interior, and other interior highlights such  
as instrument bezels, dashboard molding, turn signal lever and door  
handles, all color-coordinated with the car's exterior color. The  
sporty touch of the BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 in the cockpit is further  
emphasized by foot pedals, shifter and emergency brake handle made  
from aluminum.

The consecutively numbered BRABUS BLACK STAR 101 plaques document the  
special model's exclusivity.



BRABUS CLS ROCKET

The world's fastest four-door coupe comes from BRABUS.  This  
automobile, built in small-series production based on the Mercedes  
CLS model series, is powered by a 730-hp / 537-kW 6.3-liter twelve- 
cylinder twin-turbo engine, that was implanted with almost surgical  
precision into the engine bay of the four-door. The performance  
speaks for itself: 0 ? 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, 0 ? 200 km/h in 10.5  
seconds, 0 ? 300 km/h in 29.5 seconds are just as unique as is the  
electronically limited top speed of 350 km/h.

At the heart of this new high-performance automobile lies the V12  
twin-turbo engine from the SL 600. BRABUS fits the engine with a  
special crankshaft, increases the cylinder bore and installs forged  
pistons, resulting in a displacement increase to 6,233 ccm. Further  
modifications include the optimization of the mixture flow in the  
intake and outlet manifolds of both cylinder heads as well as the  
installation of sport camshafts.

In addition the BRABUS powerplant engineers equip the engine with  
custom-developed larger turbochargers, more efficient intercoolers  
and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with low back  
pressure metal catalysts and four tailpipes. Newly programmed engine  
electronics coordinate all new components perfectly and contribute  
not only to maximum power yield but also to meeting all current legal  
emission limits.

After the engine conversion, now also available for all Mercedes-Benz  
600 und 65 models with twin-turbo V12, the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo  
engine becomes the most powerful TÜV-tested engine from Germany: The  
engines puts out its maximum power of 730 hp / 537 kW at 5,100 rpm.  
Peak torque is 1,320 Nm, limited electronically to 1,100 Nm,  
available from a low 2,100 rpm.

Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a modified five-speed  
automatic transmission and the BRABUS locking differential.

The BRABUS ROCKET engine and the entire drivetrain is operated with  
high-performance lubricants from technology partner ARAL.

Naturally it is essential that the unique performance the world's  
fastest four-door coupe is capable of can be safely controlled at all  
times. To do so BRABUS has developed two special suspensions for the  
ROCKET: The comfort version features air suspension with automatic  
ride leveling. The sport version comes with a height-adjustable coil- 
over suspension and gas-pressure shocks with six different settings  
for bound and rebound on
front and rear axle.

Maximum size and state-of-the-art materials characterize the BRABUS  
high-performance brake system of the ROCKET. The front axle is fitted  
with vented ceramics discs in size 375 x 36 mm and 12-piston aluminum  
fixed calipers. The rear axle features steel discs in size 355 x 28  
mm and 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers to round out the powerful and  
fade-resistant brake system.

The giant brakes and the enormous performance necessitate the use  
multi-piece BRABUS Monoblock S light-alloy wheels with 19-inch  
diameter. The BRABUS technology partners Pirelli and Yokohama provide  
the high-performance tires suitable for these highs speeds.
The optimal tire/wheel combination for the BRABUS ROCKET are 8.5Jx19  
wheels in front with 255/35 ZR 19 tires and 10Jx19 with 285/30 ZR 19  
on the rear axle.

The BRABUS designers custom-developed a front apron for the ROCKET  
with large air inlets for optimal cooling of oil and water radiators.  
The shape of the front spoiler and of all other BRABUS aerodynamic- 
enhancement parts was fine-tuned in the wind tunnel. Not only did  
BRABUS succeed in reducing lift on the front axle, but also in  
optimizing aerodynamic drag.

The aerodynamic counterpart to the front spoiler in the rear is the  
BRABUS rear spoiler lip which emphasizes the rounded design of the  
rear. But that's not all: In combination with the new front apron the  
spoiler lip reduces aerodynamic lift, thus further improving  
directional stability.

Integrated entrance lights are the dominant feature of the BRABUS  
door sills and the BRABUS rear apron. Pushing a button on the keyless- 
entry remote or pulling on a door  handle activates five LED lights  
on each side and in the rear. They illuminate the ground behind and  
on either side of the vehicle to further improve user-friendliness.

The BRABUS rear apron is the perfect backdrop for the four tailpipes  
of the BRABUS high-performance exhaust system. Its integrated  
diffuser also contributes to the refined BRABUS aerodynamics concept  
for the ROCKET.

The interior of the BRABUS ROCKET also meets the highest expectations  
of the distinguishing customers of one of the world's most exclusive  
automobiles. Soft and  breathable BRABUS Mastik leather and Alcantara  
are part of the exclusive BRABUS ambiance as is the ergonomically  
shaped BRABUS sport steering wheel and the speedometer with 360-km/h  
scale.



BRABUS Viano "Lounge Concept"

The exclusive office and cinema on wheels with state-of-the-art  
entertainment technology:  With the BRABUS Viano "Lounge Concept"  
BRABUS, demonstrates how to convert the Mercedes minivan into a  
luxurious and powerful multi-use automobile.

The BRABUS interior designers have developed an innovative concept  
with a refined ambiance for the rear of the Viano: Maximum comfort  
for both rear passengers is provided by two power-adjustable comfort  
seats. Similar to long-distance air travel in business class these  
two seats can be adjusted at the push of a button and recline all the  
way to a sleeping position. Both seats are covered with especially  
soft and breathable leather.

The two custom seats are separated by a center console made from a  
stylish combination of leather and aluminum that is found throughout  
the interior of the car. The console houses the controls for the rear  
air conditioning system and the touch screen controls for the entire
multimedia system.

A 32-inch LCD monitor can be deployed from the partition wall behind  
the front seats at the push of a button and acts as a screen for the  
computer system. It can also show a movie playing on the DVD changer  
or on high-quality digital TV. The Dolby-Surround sound is perfectly  
reproduced by a HiFi system custom-tailored for the Viano.

BRABUS also provides on-board refreshments: A generously dimensioned  
refrigerator is part of the exclusive equipment of the BRABUS Viano  
"Lounge Concept" as is a 'Nespresso' coffee maker of the latest  
generation.

The electrically deployed partition wall behind the front seats  
provides rear-cabin privacy at the push of a button. Numerous  
integrated storage compartments provide safekeeping of the rear  
passengers' carry-on items.

On the outside the minivan sports a sporty yet elegant BRABUS  
designer suit. The BRABUS front apron with two round fog lamps and  
two Xenon high beams lends the Viano more character. But that's not  
all: its refined shape also reduces lift on the front axle thus  
further optimizing directional stability.

BRABUS refines the sides of the minivan with understated fender  
flares on front and rear axle. BRABUS side sills with integrated LED  
lights provide added safety for entering and exiting the vehicle. The  
BRABUS rear apron features a custom cutout for the BRABUS stainless- 
steel sport exhaust.

The attractive appearance is rounded out by custom tailored BRABUS  
Monoblock light-alloy wheels with 18-inch diameter. 18-inch wheels  
for the Viano are available as high-gloss, silver painted BRABUS  
Monoblock A wheels or as fully polished Monoblock S light-alloy  
wheels in size 8.5Jx18. Technology partner Yokohama provides the  
corresponding high-performance tire in size 245/45 ZR 18 100Y. New  
additions to the program are BRABUS Monoblock S 8.5Jx19 wheels with  
255/40 R 19 tires.

To further improve the driving safety of the multi-purpose vehicle  
without compromising ride comfort the BRABUS suspension engineers  
developed special sport springs calibrated to match the production  
shocks. These springs lower the ride height of the Viano regardless  
of whether with sir or with conventional steel suspension by some 25  
millimeters in the front and by about 20 millimeters in the rear.

Naturally BRABUS offers the Viano "Lounge Concept" also with powerful  
engines. Maximum power output of the Viano 2.2 CDI with common-rail  
turbodiesel engine and BRABUS D3 (II) PowerXtra performance kit jumps  
from standard 150 hp / 130 kW to 177 hp / 130 kW at
4,000 rpm. With a peak torque of 370 Nm at 2,000 rpm the tuned diesel  
engine provides plenty of pulling power. Thus equipped the minivan  
accelerates to 100 km/h in just 10.6 seconds and reaches a top speed  
of 180 km/h.

For the new top-of-the-line model Viano 3.5 BRABUS offers the proven  
method of increasing displacement. The BRABUS 4.4 engine represents  
an increase in power from 231 hp / 170 kW to 325 hp / 239 kW and an  
increase in torque to 430 Nm at 4,200 rpm.

The BRABUS-tuned Viano sets new standards in performance: With an  
acceleration time of 7.2 seconds for the sprint from 0 ? 100 km/h and  
a top speed of 230 km/h this minivan is one of the fastest of its kind.

In addition BRABUS offers a stainless-steel sport rear muffler with  
two chromes tailpipes for all engine variants of the new Mercedes Viano.

BRABUS also builds the Viano V8 in an exclusive small-series  
production run. In this model the V6 drivetrain is painstakingly  
replaced by the BRABUS 6.1 eight-cylinder displacement engine  
combined with a matching five-speed automatic transmission.

426 hp / 313 kW at 5,400 U/rpm and a peak torque of 621 Nm at 4,100  
rpm are the most important key figures of this engine, lubricated  
like all BRABUS engines with ARAL high-performance motor oil.

With a sprint time of 5.9 seconds from rest to 100 km/h and an  
electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h the BRABUS Viano V8 is  
one of the world's fastest minivans.

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