Visually the BRABUS XL 800 impresses with its thrilling design with high-gloss WIDESTAR exposed-structure carbon bodywork components and 22-inch heavy-duty forged wheels carrying dedicated off-road tires.

Matching the black paintwork, the interior was refined with particularly exclusive slate gray BRABUS MASTERPIECE interior appointments crafted from precision-quilted leather and exposed-structure carbon.

The BRABUS XL 800 is built to order and in the version pictured here sells for 630.767 euros (export price in Germany, excluding VAT).

Maximum off-road capabilities were at the very top of the list of priorities for the BRABUS engineers and designers in the development of this new supercar. To realize a tremendous ground clearance of 47 centimeters (18.5 in) and equally extremely helpful maximum axle articulation, they developed special portal axles for the BRABUS XL 800.

The front axle uses a completely new independent suspension, which can be identified immediately by its gray color. Its components, such as the completely new integral support and the various suspension links, are produced using state-of-the-art CNC technology. The rear axle retains the rigid axle design. However, it also features numerous redesigned parts for the portal axle design, which were milled from high-strength billet aluminum. These include a reinforced axle housing and all suspension links. The new suspension geometry that this creates plays a crucial role in the outstanding off-road capabilities of the new BRABUS supercar.

BRABUS developed a tailor-made variant of the innovative BRABUS Ride Control coilover suspension specifically for this heavy-duty off-road chassis. Its damping rate was custom-tailored to the increased ground clearance offered by the portal axles. The BRABUS suspension can be controlled from inside the cockpit using the stock suspension adjustment feature of the current Mercedes G-Class. In addition, the titanium-coated BRABUS aluminum suspension is height-adjustable.

This special suspension also includes the BRABUS Monoblock Z/HD wheels custom-designed for the portal axles and the high vehicle weight of the G-Class. These alloys of size 9.5Jx22 are designed for maximum robustness and carry off-road tires of size 325/55 R 22. The exclusive WIDESTAR exterior concept with particularly wide exposed-structure carbon fenders at the front and rear complements the king-sized tire/wheel combination of the XL 800 and shapes its unmistakable character in hallmark BRABUS style.

The BRABUS front fascia is produced from the same high-tech composite material. It seamlessly joins the BRABUS fenders and integrates the winch with a line pull of 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs.) optimally into the spectacular front view. The robust BRABUS brush guard is also part of the broad ADVENTURE range of the luxury manufactory from Bottrop.

The distinctive BRABUS face is further characterized by the exposed-structure carbon surround for the radiator grille and the BRABUS power bulge hood. The exposed-structure carbon wind deflector above the windshield is yet another visual statement. Its integral, particularly powerful LED lights help the driver to optimally see the terrain and any appearing obstacles in the dark.

In addition, the BRABUS Carbon Package includes exposed-structure carbon attachments behind the front and rear wheel arches, rub strips, and side mirror covers on both sides of the vehicle. To be able to get in and out of the off-road supercar safely, there are special power-retractable BRABUS steps due to the extremely lofty entrance height. The special BRABUS “Easy Entry” hinges are a further convenience feature. They allow the rear doors to swing open up to 90 degrees and thus make getting in and out more comfortable for the rear passengers.

The thrilling BRABUS One-Second-Wow effect of the rear view comes courtesy of a special carbon fascia and a carbon trim panel for the rear-end door, which sports the recessed logotype of the supercar dream factory. The BRABUS roof wing adds one more visual highlight.

The new BRABUS XL 800 off-road supercar certainly fascinates on account of its extravagant appearance. But that’s not all: It also captivates with its extremely powerful engine. The BRABUS 800 four-liter, twin-turbo eight-cylinder produces 588 kW / 800 hp (788 bhp) at 6,600 rpm and delivers a peak torque of 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft), which is on tap at a low 3,600 rpm.

To realize this kind of performance, BRABUS developed two high-performance turbochargers with special core assemblies, reinforced axial bearings and larger compressor units. BRABUS conducted extensive testing on state-of-the-art test benches, public roads and in terrain to program new maps for injection and ignition and to increase the boost pressure to 1.6 bar. High-tech lubricants from technology partner Motul ensure optimal lubrication of all powertrain components.

In perfect interplay with the automatic transmission, whose nine gears can also be shifted manually using the ergonomic BRABUS carbon paddle shifters on the steering wheel, the engine pushes the BRABUS XL 800 from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.6 seconds. The top speed of the supercar is electronically limited to 210 km/h (130 mph) due to the mounted off-road tires.

The two chrome-plated tailpipes of the BRABUS stainless sports exhaust on each side of the vehicle are framed by an exposed-structure carbon surround. It integrates red ‘Launch Ambience’ lights, which are activated together with the interior lighting. However, the key strong point of this exhaust system is active sound management. Depending on the selected drive mode, the V8 either whispers in the subtle “Coming Home” mode or produces an extremely powerful exhaust note in the “Sport” position.

Another specialty of the German luxury brand lies in the creation of BRABUS MASTERPIECE interiors, which are crafted to the individual wishes of the customer in the company's upholstery shop. The BRABUS XL 800 pictured here features a particularly exclusive interior fashioned from slate gray leather.

The elaborate “Double Cube” quilting applied with pinpoint precision on the inner sections of the door panels, the floor mats, the leather center strip in the Dinamica headliner, and the center sections of the seats captivates at the very first glance. To ensure optimal climate control of the seats, the seat surfaces that sport this pattern are additionally perforated with meticulous accuracy. The BRABUS logo pattern adds further visual highlights to other interior elements.

Precise-fit exposed-structure carbon elements on the instrument panel, door panels, and center console highlight the high-performance character of this vehicle, as do the aluminum door lock pins and the carbon pedal pads. The scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo, which change color in sync with the vehicle’s ambient lighting, are also made from this high-tech composite material. Exposed-structure carbon sun visors and the overhead instrument console, which keeps the rear passengers informed about the vehicle speed, time, and date, give the BRABUS XL 800 a new and particularly sporty touch.

Fuel economy, CO2 emission, and emissions information:

BRABUS XL 800 based on the Mercedes-AMG G 63: combined fuel economy: 20.1 l/100 km (11.7 mpg); combined CO2 emissions: 456 g/km.