The scorching Mercedes-AMG G63 has been revamped with additional energy and a sophisticated new energetic suspension system that’s designed to enhance each its on- and off-road efficiency.

Affalterbach’s tackle the off-roader retains its potent 4.0-litre biturbo V8 powerplant, though the addition of a 48V built-in starter generator unit lifts its output by 20bhp to 577bhp. The delicate hybrid unit means torque has additionally been boosted to 627lb ft, a rise of 147lb ft.

The G63 additionally positive factors most of the design and infotainment upgrades that the regular G-Class has not too long ago benefitted from.

But the headline addition is the choice of a brand new AMG Active Ride Control suspension system.

The system replaces the mechanical torsion bar cross-stabilisers usually used with energetic hydraulic parts, whereas the shock absorbers additionally achieve two hydraulic connections. The system is designed to permit for a wider roll spring price whereas additionally decreasing rolling motions, which suggests that it’s going to stay extra secure on-road with out compromising off-road capacity.

“We know most G63 are used on-road where you don’t want roll, but you can’t compromise on off-road performance,” stated Mercedes suspension engineer Jurgen Weiler. “This system can offer two distinct modes.”

The new system additionally allows two additional driving modes: Traction Pro, which may provide most traction in highway and sand mode – sufficient to dig itself out of sand dunes – whereas Active Balance Control implies that the roll rigidity could be manually adjusted.

Elsewhere, the brand new G63 additionally positive factors an unique new paint color, six new wheel designs – it’ll proceed to be supplied with 20 and 22in wheels – a revamped AMG grille and a brand new non-compulsory exterior carbon fibre package deal.