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Brabus
Brabus is the best-known Mercedes-Benz tuner, producing fully re-engineered cars with its own VIN, upgraded engines and bespoke interiors.
- Country
- Germany
- Group
- Brabus GmbH
- Founded
- 1977
- Headquarters
- Bottrop
Known for
- Engine upgrades
- Bespoke leather
- G-Class conversions
- Own manufacturer status
Ownership & structure
Privately owned German manufacturer.
Brabus model line-up3 lines
Name & badge guide
“Brabus” is the manufacturer; each heading below is a model family or a grouped set of closely related models. Engine, battery, trim and regional badges can vary without indicating a new generation.
Brabus 900 Rocket
Seg FSedan · Luxury / Full-size Luxury
Extreme power upgrade of the Mercedes S-Class or GLS.
Current or recent production · market dependentCurrent
Brabus G 800
Seg JSUV / Crossover · SUV / Crossover
Widebody G-Class with heavily uprated V8.
Current or recent production · market dependentCurrent
Brabus Shadow
Seg SSports / GT · Sport / Grand Tourer
Marine and automotive performance sub-line.
Current or recent production · market dependentCurrent
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