2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63

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Rating7.6
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$137,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impeccable acceleration from the massive V8 engine

The front legroom is quite confined for an SUV

Available rear seat entertainment system and all-season floor mats

Well laid out cabin with superb craftsmanship

Cumbersome handling in the corners

The storage in the front door has been increased

Exemplary off-roading prowess

Specs & Features

$137,100

price

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

560 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo, the BMW X6 M, and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR. Available as a standalone trim, the AMG G63 starts off at a base price of MSRP $137,100. Its 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and 7-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 563 horsepower and 560 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 7,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG G63 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 13 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 7.7 inches.

Buying Advice

As the name suggests, the G63 AMG is the high-performance version of the standard G-Class with tremendous power on demand. Offered as a standalone trim, the G63 boasts some state-of-the-art features like the upgraded Designo leather upholstery, an automatic stop-start function, 20-inch wheels, 10-way power front seats, and so much more.

Trims

    Base
    $137,100 onwards
    • 20-Inch wheels
    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Auto dimming heated outside mirrors
    • Bi-Xenon headlamps
    • Blind spot monitor
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Leather upholstery
    • Rearview camera
    • Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$137,100- $138,075

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.61

Horsepower

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

560 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$83,495- $186,495

Gasoline

8.32

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$98,400

Gasoline

8.22

518 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.01 sec--
    5.4 sec--
    6.3 sec14.6 sec131 mph

    2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      12 mpg14 mpg13 mpg25.4 gal.304.8/355.6 mi.
      17 mpg23 mpg19 mpg22.5 gal.382.5/517.5 mi.
      13 mpg17 mpg15 mpg24.6 gal.319.8/418.2 mi.

      2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        188.5 in.73.1 in.76.3 in.7.7 in.112.2 in.
        196.8 in.78.1 in.72.3 in.8.7 in.115 in.

        2015 BMW X6 M

        Ranked #2

        193.8 in.78.3 in.66.5 in.8.1 in.115.5 in.

        2015 BMW X5 M

        Ranked #3

        192.7 in.78.1 in.67.6 in.8.1 in.115.5 in.
        189.1 in.84.3 in.70.7 in.7 in.114.8 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          40.3 cu.ft.-75.1 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          32.1 cu.ft.121 cu.ft.71.7 cu.ft.

          2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            75.1 cu.ft.40.3 cu.ft.75.1 cu.ft.
            80.3 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
            15.9 cu.ft.32.1 cu.ft.71.7 cu.ft.

            2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1433 lbs.5622 lbs.
              7716 lbs.2029 lbs.4918 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1554 lbs.5238 lbs.

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