2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63

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Rating7.4

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Midsize SUV
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$139,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Incredibly potent twin-turbocharged V8 engine

Confined front legroom especially for tall folks

It gets a new instrument cluster for 2016

Amazing off-road prowess for a hefty SUV

You really got to be ready to shell out a lot of money on fuel

Feature-rich cabin with lots of modern features

Specs & Features

$139,900

price

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

561 lb.-ft.

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR. Available as a standalone trim, the AMG G63 starts off at a base price of MSRP $139,900. Its 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and 7-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 563 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 7,000 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

The G63 is one of the iconic vehicles from Mercedes-Benz that combines luxury, capability, and speed in one package. Available as a standalone trim, it boasts some state-of-the-art features like the 20-inch wheels, performance brakes, AMG exterior, and interior styling elements upgraded leather upholstery a sport steering wheel, a sport exhaust, AMG-tuned suspension, and an automatic stop-start function to give you an exceptional driving experience as well as comfort.

Trims

    Base
    $139,900 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • PARKTRONIC parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$139,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.38

Horsepower

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

561 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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$109,300

Gasoline

8.59

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$99,950- $107,100

Gasoline

8.14

550 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$65,100

Gasoline

8.63

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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$217,900

Gasoline

6.8

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft.

5

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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.8 sec107 mph
    3.9 sec112 mph
    4.7 sec-
    5.1 sec105 mph
    5.1 sec101 mph

    2016 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 mpg20 mpg24 gal.408/552 mi.
      13 mpg17 mpg15 mpg24.6 gal.319.8/418.2 mi.
      14 mpg18 mpg15 mpg24 gal.336/432 mi.
      11 mpg13 mpg12 mpg25.4 gal.279.4/330.2 mi.

      2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        187.5 in.76.3 in.76.3 in.7.7 in.112.2 in.
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.-114.8 in.

        2016 BMW X5 M

        Ranked #2

        192.1 in.75 in.69.1 in.8.1 in.115.5 in.
        191 in.78.9 in.69.4 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        187.5 in.76.3 in.76.3 in.7.7 in.112.2 in.

        2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Max Trunk Volume
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          45.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
          45.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
          23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.

          2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            79.5 cu.ft.45.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
            78 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
            60.7 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
            60.7 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
            79.5 cu.ft.45.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.

            2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7000 lbs.1477 lbs.5624 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1543 lbs.5180 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1455 lbs.4894 lbs.
              7198 lbs.1486 lbs.5238 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1477 lbs.5691 lbs.

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