Mercedes Benz G63

FEATURES

Think of the Mercedes-AMG G63 as the antidote to boredom. Based on the already stimulating Mercedes-Benz G-class (reviewed separately), it takes that slab-sided paramilitary ethos and injects a 577-hp twin-turbocharged V-8 along with the usual round of AMG tweaks to create an uber-G with a $180,000-plus base price to match. In terms of on-road speed, it’s quicker than a Ford Bronco Raptor and even edged out the Cadillac Escalade V by a few tenths in our 60-mph testing. Yet it’s still immensely capable off-road, with 9.5 inches of ground clearance, 20-inch wheels, and the fabled triple locking differentials making easy work of Rodeo Drive’s most challenging expansion joints. The interior is a leather-lined and tech-rich container worthy of the Mercedes-AMG badge, but maintaining that boxy profile forces compromises, including a bolt-upright dash and less cargo room than you’d expect. An even wilder 4×4² model features a long-travel suspension, heavy-duty portal axles, and more than 13 inches of ground clearance for buyers with harder-to-satisfy automotive urges. 0-60 in 3.9 seconds. Car and Driver Magazine

Engine :

win-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection

HP :

577 hp

MPG :

15/15

Transmission :

9-speed automatic

Tank :

Drivetrain :

AWD

Passengers :

5

Cargo :

16 cu ft

Luggage :

6