Mercedes unveils S 65 AMG housing a V12 monster

If the 500bhp and 900Nm of torque from the 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine of the S 63 AMG is unsatisfactory for your inner 'Frank Martin' - Mercedes is pleased to announce their V12 monster with 630bhp and a colossal 1,000Nm of torque. The performance superiority is highlighted by the car's performance. The S 65 AMG accelerates from nought to 100km/h in 4.3 seconds, before hitting a governed top speed of 250km/h.

Like the previous model, the new Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG is available exclusively with a long wheelbase. The AMG V12 saloon will celebrate its double world premiere simultaneously at the 2013 Los Angeles International Auto Show and at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show with market launch to start in March 2014.

Popping the hood reveals the exclusive carbon fibre/aluminium engine cover, with two AMG logos flanking the centrally positioned Mercedes star create a lasting impression. Similar to the SL 65 AMG, the 6.0-litre V12 is linked to the AMG Speedshift Plus 7G-Tronic. The seven-speed automatic transmission with its wide ratio spread guarantees a noticeably lower engine speed level for reducing the vehicle's fuel consumption.

Like the S 63 AMG, the S 65 AMG features a 78Ah lithium-ion battery - resulting in a weight saving of over 20kg. The high-performance battery is relatively insensitive to cold temperatures and has compact dimensions.

With its reduced fuel consumption and compliance with the EU 6 exhaust emissions standard, the new V12 saloon is engineered for the future. Compared with the previous model, fuel consumption has been reduced to 11.9L/100km.

The AMG sports suspension based on Magic Body Control comes as standard with Road Surface Scan, the world's first suspension with eyes, which detects undulations with the help of the stereo camera. After which the Magic Body Control system adjusts the suspension in advance to suit the situation.

For the first time, the S 65 AMG is available exclusively with AMG forged light-alloy wheels. This reduces weight while increasing strength. The result is lower unsprung masses, giving advantages in terms of handling and spring/damper element response.

The interior of the S65 AMG fascinates through its highest-grade materials and exquisite quality. Exclusively developed AMG sports seats provide the guarantee of optimal long-distance comfort. Electric adjustment, memory function, seat heating and climate control are standard features. As an additional bonus, newly contoured seat cushions and backrests improve lateral support when cornering at speed.

Two new innovative developments are fitted in the S 65 AMG as standard - the head-up display and the touchpad. The head-up display projects important information onto the windscreen. The virtual colour display of size 210mm x 70mm appears to float on the bonnet at a distance of about two metres from the driver. In manual transmission mode, a coloured upshift bar and the possible gears for a manual gear change are projected onto the windscreen.

The input area Mercedes-Benz touchpad is approximately 65mm x 45mm in size and is integrated into the handrest with a cover for the keypad. The touchpad can be controlled in the same way as a smartphone or tablet PC. It is also possible to enter letters, numbers and special characters using handwriting. Every language available in Command Online is possible.