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Manhart MHX7 650 based on the BMW X7

German tuner Manhart is a master for BMW models, which he has proven many times. Following the recently unveiled MH2 630 based on the BMW M2 Competition, Manhart this time unveiled an upgraded BMW X7 called the Manhart MHX7 650.

The MHX7 650 is adorned with a standard Manhart black body design with a golden decal set on both sides of the car as well as the entire length of the body. It is equipped with carbon parts such as front and rear spoilers, mirror caps, decal set, sports exhaust system with valve control, adjustable air suspension that lowers the car by an additional 25 mm and four 100 mm carbon or ceramic coated tailpipes.

The interior is upholstered in black leather covering the heated front seats, electrically adjustable steering wheel, door panels and a dashboard dominated by a 12.3-inch touchscreen. For a better atmosphere, there is a panoramic roof, ambient interior lighting and a 10-speaker audio system.

The Manhart MHX7 650 is powered by a 4.4 liter biturbo V8 engine with 650 hp (478 kW) and 679 lb-ft (920 Nm) of torque. The increase in power was achieved thanks to the Manhart MHtronik Powerbox. Power is transmitted to all wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is mounted on a reinforced set of Y-Spoke Matt Black 23-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 295/35 R23 XL tires. The performance of this SUV has not been announced.

The BMW X7 is powered by the same 4.4-liter biturbo V8 engine with 530 hp (390 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to both axles. It reaches 62 mph in 4.7 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km / h).

Source: Manhart Performance

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Brabus 900 based on Mercedes-AMG E 63 S

A year ago, Brabus introduced the upgraded Mercedes-AMG E 63 S, the Brabus 800. Today, based on the same Mercedes model, it introduced a new beast with impressive power, the Brabus 900.

Distinctive design adorns this sporty-looking Brabus model, equipped with carbon parts such as front and rear spoiler, rear diffuser, front grille, graphite metal chassis, BRABUS Airmatic Sports-Unit which lowers the car by 20 mm, new air intakes and stainless steel exhaust system.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather with white stitching and the Brabus logo on the headrests. Leather can also be seen on the door panels and three-spoke steering wheel. There are also carbon door sill trims with an illuminated BRABUS logo, aluminum pedal pads, a light bar that extends from the left door over the bottom of the dashboard to the right door, and carpets with the Brabus logo.

The Brabus 900 is powered by a 4.5-liter biturbo V8 engine, instead of a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine from the Mercedes-AMG E 63 S. The powerful engine delivers 900 hp (662 kW) and 922 lb-ft / 1,250 Nm (electronically limited to 774 lb-ft / 1,050 Nm) of torque, which is enough to reach 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds with a maximum electronically limited speed of 205 mph (330 km / h). Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission. It is mounted on 21-inch Monoblock Z “Platinum Edition” forged wheels wrapped in 265/30 ZR 21 XL (front) and 305/25 ZR 21 XL (rear) Continental Sportcontact 6 tires.

Source: Brabus

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BMW M8 Competition with 775 hp

Three years ago, BMW introduced the M8 Competition as the best of its offering. It is a very powerful car with a V8 engine and 625 hp. However, the German tuner Wheelsandmore thinks they can make it even better.

The car received a special equipment kit, which brings a handcrafted stainless steel exhaust system with flap control, adjustable stainless steel coilover suspension on the front and rear axles, 20 inch and 21 inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, KW springs that lower the car by 25 mm and adjustable KW V4 shock absorbers.

When it comes to powertrain, the tuner offers several options. Stage 1 brings software optimization with modified maps, which offers 720 hp (530 KW) and 656 lb-ft (890 Nm) of torque. Stage 2 brings software optimization with modified maps, which offers 775 hp (570 KW) and 671 lb-ft (910 Nm) of torque.

The tuner also offers a performance increase with tuning box for the new BMW M8 models, which delivers 690 HP (507 kW) and 656 lb-ft (890 Nm) of torque.

The base BMW M8 Competition is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 engine with a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 625 hp (460 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph (306 km / h).

These are the prices of the upgrade:

  • KW coil springs cost EUR 1,092;
  • stainless steel coilover suspension EUR 5,767;
  • 20 inch forged rims with central locking adapter system EUR 19,700;
  • 21 inch 6SPORZ² rims EUR 12,089;
  • 20 and 21 inch FIWE rims EUR 14,530;
  • Stage 1 increase in power EUR 2,499;
  • Stage 2 increase in power EUR 7,500;
  • tuning box EUR 3,450;
  • exhaust system EUR 5,380.
    All prices include 19% VAT.

Source: Wheelsandmore