2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63

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Rating8.8
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$141,450 - $160,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 4, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Appealing styling

Rivals are much sportier

Revised COMAND electronics controller

Engaging handling

Options are too expensive

Head-up display and carbon-ceramic brakes are available

Stupefying acceleration

Potent V8 engine

Well-crafted cabin with plenty of high-tech features

Specs & Features

$141,450

price

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

664 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the fullsize sedan segment, the 2015 Mercedes Benz AMG S 63 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Maserati Quattroporte GTS and the Audi A8 L W12 Sedan. The Porsche Panamera Turbo S Executive Sedan is also a potential rival which is significantly more expensive than others. The AMG S 63 Sedan starts off at an MSRP of $141,450, It is offered with a 5.5L Twin-Turbo V8 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission, producing 577 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the AMG S 63 Sedan manages a 0-60 of 3.9 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG.

Buying Advice

The AMG S 63 Sedan comes in a single abundantly equipped trim level. However, we recommend adding options like a head-up display, a refrigerated rear center console, and a heated windshield for a more convenient ride.

Trims

    Base
    $141,450 onwards
    • 12-speaker Dynaudio sound system
    • 12.3-inch digital cockpit with navigation
    • Adaptive headlights with cornering
    • Auto parking assistant with park sensors front and rear
    • Black headlining
    • Metal pedals and scuff plates
    • R-Line badging
    • R-Line kit included as standard
    • Sporty wheels

Compare to similar cars

Price

$141,450- $160,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.8

Horsepower

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

664 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

Capacity

5

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$114,900

Gasoline

8.34

520 hp @ 5800 rpm

481 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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$106,900- $140,500

Gasoline

7.42

404 hp @ 5500 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$222,000- $230,900

Gasoline

7

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

5

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$117,300

Gasoline

7.57

600 hp @ 6000 rpm

540 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

5

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$128,300- $135,200

Gasoline

7.33

540 hp @ 5200 rpm

538 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

5

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

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.22 sec--
    2015 Audi S8

    Ranked #1

    3.9 sec12.6 sec155 mph
    4.3 sec--
    4.3 sec12.1 sec198 mph
    4.6 sec13.3 sec176 mph
    5.2 sec--

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

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/485.3 mi.
      2015 Audi S8

      Ranked #1

      17 mpg27 mpg20 mpg21.7 gal.368.9/585.9 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg18.5 gal.296/444 mi.
      16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg21.1 gal.337.60/527.50 mi.
      15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/506.4 mi.
      13 mpg20 mpg15 mpg21.1 gal.274.3/422 mi.

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

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        207.2 in.76.7 in.58.3 in.5 in.124.8 in.
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        2015 Audi S8

        Ranked #3

        202.2 in.76.7 in.57.5 in.5 in.117.8 in.
        200.5 in.74.9 in.58.3 in.6 in.120.9 in.
        197.2 in.74.6 in.54.8 in.5 in.116.9 in.

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

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          16.3 cu.ft.-16.3 cu.ft.
          13 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.96.9 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          18.7 cu.ft.-18.7 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi S8

          Ranked #5

          14.2 cu.ft.115.1 cu.ft.-
          16.3 cu.ft.--

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

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-
            2015 Audi S8

            Ranked #2

            -14.2 cu.ft.-76 ft.
            20.8 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.-
            -16.3 cu.ft.--
            18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.-
            89.7 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-

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

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -4806 lbs.
              -4969 lbs.
              -4233 lbs.
              905 lbs.4655 lbs.
              2015 Audi S8

              Ranked #1

              1213 lbs.4685 lbs.
              840 lbs.4605 lbs.

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