2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63

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Rating7.0

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Midsize SUV
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$156,450
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Exceptionally capable off the road.

Noisy cabin.

New G manufaktur customization program.

Explosive power output and insane acceleration.

Unimpressive on-road handling.

New wheel designs.

Super-luxurious interior.

Oil changes aren't covered by Mercedes.

Specs & Features

$156,450

price

577 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

627 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.0L 8cyl 4WD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 is a proud member of the fullsize SUV segment, locking horns with the Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography. Available as a standalone trim, the AMG G63 has an MSRP of $157,445. Its 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and 9-Speed Automatic transmission give the SUV 577 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 3.9 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 6,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG G63 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 14 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 9.5 inches.

Buying Advice

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 carries over with some minor changes. It is a standalone trim while there are plenty of customization options and optional features to choose from.

Trims

    Base
    $156,450 onwards
    • Engine: 4.0L 8cyl 4WD 9A
    • Horsepower: 577 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 627 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.29 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 14 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$156,450

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.95

Horsepower

577 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

627 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$77,500- $171,500

Gasoline

7.51

345 hp @ 5750 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.55

542 hp @ 6000 rpm

568 lb.-ft. @ 1960 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.76

641 hp @ 6000 rpm

627 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

5

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$90,900- $209,500

Gasoline

7.73

355 hp @ 5500 rpm

365 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

6.74

550 hp @ 5750 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

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Gasoline

8.39

500 hp @ 5500 rpm

568 lb.-ft.

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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.29 sec12.6 sec-
    3.2 sec11.4 sec190 mph
    4.1 sec15.5 sec-
    4.2 sec15.5 sec-
    2020 Audi SQ8

    Ranked #5

    4.3 sec12.8 sec155 mph
    4.4 sec12.7 sec-

    2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg15 mpg14 mpg26.4 gal.343.2/396 mi.
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg27.5 gal.522.5/660 mi.
      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/443.1 mi.
      14 mpg23 mpg17 mpg22.5 gal.315/517.5 mi.
      2020 Audi SQ8

      Ranked #2

      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg22.5 gal.337.5/472.5 mi.
      12 mpg18 mpg14 mpg24.6 gal.-

      2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        191.9 in.78.1 in.77.4 in.9.5 in.113.8 in.
        202.4 in.78.7 in.68.6 in.9.7 in.117.9 in.
        201.3 in.79.4 in.64.5 in.6.2 in.118.2 in.

        2020 Aston Martin DBX

        Ranked #3

        198.4 in.78.7 in.66.1 in.9.3 in.120.5 in.
        197 in.77.5 in.66.7 in.8 in.118.3 in.
        196.9 in.78.1 in.73.6 in.8.7 in.115 in.

        2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          38.1 cu.ft.-68.6 cu.ft.
          --70.1 cu.ft.
          17.1 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.62.6 cu.ft.
          2020 Audi SQ8

          Ranked #3

          30.5 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
          21.8 cu.ft.92.2 cu.ft.49.6 cu.ft.
          20.5 cu.ft.108 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.

          2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            58.3 cu.ft.38.1 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            70.7 cu.ft.-70.1 cu.ft.-
            14 cu.ft.20.5 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            5.3 cu.ft.31.8 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            49.6 cu.ft.21.8 cu.ft.49.6 cu.ft.-
            2020 Audi SQ8

            Ranked #6

            57.5 cu.ft.30.5 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.76 ft.

            2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              6500 lbs.1210 lbs.5845 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1885 lbs.5264 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1732 lbs.4974 lbs.
              2020 Audi SQ8

              Ranked #2

              7700 lbs.981 lbs.5004 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1650 lbs.4987 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1394 lbs.5842 lbs.

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