2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S

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Rating7.8

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Midsize SUV
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$109,700
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 5, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Thumping V8 engine

Options are too expensive

No significant changes

Offers enthralling performance

Very few in-cabin storage compartments

Surprisingly quick for an SUV

Supremely crafted interior with plenty of features

Specs & Features

$109,700

price

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo SUV, the BMW X6 M, and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR. With only one trim, the AMG GLE 63 S carries a base price of MSRP of $109,700. Its 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 577 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.1 seconds and boasts a maximum towing capacity of 7,200 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG GLE 63 S manages to get a combined EPA rating of 15 MPG, which is below average for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 7 inches.

Buying Advice

Though the GLE 63 S comes in a single trim level, there are many options we can choose from. And with the factory version, we get a wealth of standard features and you can further go for the options like panoramic sunroof, a trailer hitch, tri-zone climate control, multicontour front seats with massage.

Trims

    Base
    $109,700 onwards
    • 21 Inch Wheels
    • Active Stabilizer Bars
    • Faux Suede Steering Wheel Inserts
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • Summer performance tires

Compare to similar cars

Price

$109,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.76

Horsepower

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

5

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$195,000- $298,000

Gasoline

8.49

600 hp @ 5000 rpm

664 lb.-ft. @ 1350 rpm

5

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$57,200- $74,050

Gasoline

7.79

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$62,950- $77,700

Gasoline

7.23

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$49,395- $114,595

Gasoline

8.17

286 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$74,050- $90,750

Gasoline

8.81

345 hp @ 5750 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$70,500

Gasoline

7.78

385 hp @ 6100 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$60,600- $161,600

Gasoline

7.56

300 hp @ 6300 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$67,750

Gasoline

7.12

385 hp @ 5500 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$102,550

Gasoline

7.64

550 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.49 sec--
    3.5 sec12.0 sec-
    3.98 sec--
    4.1 sec--
    4.25 sec--
    4.64 sec--

    2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      14 mpg18 mpg15 mpg24.6 gal.344.4/442.8 mi.
      20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg18 gal.360/450 mi.
      2018 BMW X5

      Ranked #2

      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg22.4 gal.403.2/560 mi.
      2018 BMW X6

      Ranked #2

      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg22.4 gal.403.2/560 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg26.4 gal.475.2/633.6 mi.
      17 mpg23 mpg19 mpg24.6 gal.418.2/565.8 mi.

      2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        191 in.78.9 in.69.3 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        202.4 in.78.7 in.68.6 in.9.7 in.117.9 in.
        197 in.77.5 in.66.1 in.10 in.118.3 in.
        2018 BMW X6

        Ranked #3

        193.8 in.78.3 in.67 in.8.3 in.115.5 in.
        193.6 in.78.9 in.67.6 in.7 in.114.8 in.

        2018 BMW X6 M

        Ranked #5

        193.3 in.78.3 in.66.5 in.8.1 in.115.5 in.

        2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          2018 BMW X6

          Ranked #1

          26.6 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 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.

          2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            80.3 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            57.5 cu.ft.17.1 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2018 BMW X6

            Ranked #3

            150 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.-
            60.7 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.60.7 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.-

            2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7200 lbs.1486 lbs.5225 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1707 lbs.4488 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1786 lbs.5379 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1650 lbs.4987 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1486 lbs.5203 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1543 lbs.5379 lbs.

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