2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63

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Rating6.1

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$141,400
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Excellent off-roading prowess

Disappointing on-road handling

New packages - Designo Manufaktur Luxury and Mojave packages, Night package

Commanding driving position and excellent visibility

Abysmal gas mileage even for the segment

No other significant changes for 2017

Luxurious and quiet interior

Difficult ingress and egress and low in-cabin storage

Specs & Features

$141,400

price

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

5.5L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. Alternatively, you could opt for fullsize luxury SUVs such as Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography and the Bentley Bentagya that belongs to a similar ballpark as the AMG G 63 in terms of pricing and performance. Available as a standalone trim, the AMG G63 starts off at a base price of MSRP $141,400. 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 4.5 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 2017 Mercedes AMG G63 is an unmatchable luxury offroader in the segment. It is offered as a standalone trim while there are plenty of packages and optional features available.

Trims

    Base
    $141,400 onwards
    • Adaptive cruise control with Traffic jam assist
    • Audi Navigation plus with handwriting recognition software
    • Audi pre-sense collision prevention tech
    • Bang andamp; Olufsen sound system with 19 speakers
    • Head-up display with navigation and assistance systems information
    • Parking top view camera with park steering assist
    • Rear cross traffic assist andamp; vehicle exit assist
    • S line exterior with full LED headlights
    • Smartphone interface including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • Wireless phone charging and signal booster

Compare to similar cars

Price

$141,400

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.07

Horsepower

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

5

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$72,000- $83,000

Gasoline

6.95

345 hp @ 5750 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$110,650

Gasoline

7.2

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$122,400- $225,000

Gasoline

6.23

416 hp @ 5500 rpm

450 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$220,400

Gasoline

7.49

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

5

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$108,840

Gasoline

6.88

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$69,650

Gasoline

8.07

385 hp @ 5500 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.97 sec--
    3.4 sec-112 mph
    4.49 sec--
    4.49 sec--
    5.3 sec-155 mph
    5.7 sec14.3 sec156 mph

    2017 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 mpg24.6 gal.408/552 mi.
      14 mpg20 mpg16 mpg21.1 gal.295.4/422 mi.
      13 mpg17 mpg15 mpg24.6 gal.319.8/418.2 mi.
      14 mpg18 mpg15 mpg24.6 gal.336/432 mi.
      13 mpg14 mpg13 mpg25.4 gal.330.2/355.6 mi.

      2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        187.5 in.76.3 in.76.3 in.7.7 in.112.2 in.
        197 in.77.5 in.66.1 in.10 in.118.3 in.
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.6 in.114.8 in.
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        191 in.78.9 in.69.3 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        187.6 in.71.8 in.76.9 in.8 in.112.2 in.

        2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          38.6 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          38.6 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.
          38.6 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.
          23 cu.ft.-60.7 cu.ft.
          23 cu.ft.-60.7 cu.ft.

          2017 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.38.6 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
            80.3 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
            79.5 cu.ft.38.6 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
            60.7 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
            60.7 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
            -19.4 cu.ft.19.4 cu.ft.

            2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7000 lbs.1334 lbs.5624 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1543 lbs.5379 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1455 lbs.4960 lbs.
              7198 lbs.1486 lbs.5225 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1334 lbs.5624 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1334 lbs.5724 lbs.

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