Mercedes-AMG G63 Brabus 800

The Mercedes-AMG G63 Brabus 800 takes the most recognisable shape on Sheikh Zayed Road and gives it serious firepower. Brabus rebuilds the 4.0 litre twin-turbo V8 to produce 800 horsepower and 1,000 Nm of torque, sending it through all four wheels via the nine-speed automatic gearbox. That moves more than three tonnes of Geländewagen from rest to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, with the top speed held to 240 km/h. The Widestar body, 23-inch forged wheels and carbon details make it unmistakable from a block away.

Inside, the Brabus Masterpiece treatment means quilted leather, carbon trim and a cabin that stays calm and quiet at speed. Five people travel in comfort and the boot swallows real luggage, so this works as well for a family run to Hatta as it does for a night out in Dubai Marina. The raised driving position and surround cameras make the wide body easy to place through Business Bay traffic and tight valet ramps. This is the rare car that turns heads at DIFC and still climbs the dunes near Al Qudra without complaint.

Renting the G63 Brabus 800 makes more sense than owning one for most visitors and residents. The purchase price runs into the millions of dirhams and the depreciation is steep, while a few days behind the wheel gives you the full experience without the commitment. It suits anyone who wants presence on Palm Jumeirah and the JBR strip, plus the practicality to use it every day. We deliver it to your door, full of fuel and detailed, and collect it when you are done.