Germany’s Brabus CLS V12 S ‘Rocket’ is another police car that takes the spotlight, debuting at the Essen Motor Show as the poster child for the Tune It Safe! campaign. While this blue-and-silver rocket on wheels based on the Mercedes CLS series has great specs, it’s also a symbolic powerhouse advocating for safe tuning practices.
The Brabus Rocket also has a title that speaks volumes, and it’s arguably one of the fastest sedans, with a top speed of almost 225 mph, though it’s electronically capped at a still-impressive 217 mph. A twin-turbo V12 engine, derived from the Mercedes MB 600, pumping out a formidable 730 horsepower at 5,100 rpm, lies at the heart of this supercar. Its torque, electronically limited to 1,100 Nm, unleashes 1,320 Nm at 2,100 rpm, too.
However, don’t let the sirens fool you. The Brabus CLS V12 S ‘Rocket’ will remain a distant dream for Germany’s law enforcement. Its role is not to chase down criminals but to raise awareness about safe tuning practices. It’s the visual centerpiece of the Tune It Safe! campaign, a collaboration between public institutions, the tuning industry, and enthusiasts, urging drivers to accept tuning with responsibility.
