The GLE 63 S is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 pumping out 612hp and 850Nm of torque. It comes with cosseting air-suspension that makes even the worst of roads feel butter smooth, and you can lift the car’s body by up to 55mm for serious off-roading. In corners you can call on the car’s AMG Active Ride Control roll stabilisation. It uses fast-acting electronic actuators to firm up the car’s suspension through bends – allowing it to corner like an Olympic skier slicing through a slalom course.