Mercedes brings out the 4×4² formula and applies it to the AMG 63 version of the G-Class. Raised, overpowered and over-equipped, this all-terrain inspires superlatives in its performance as in its appearance. Its production will be limited.
On the market since 2018, the second generation Mercedes G-Class had not yet been entitled to a version as spectacular as it was extravagant. Its predecessor, which certainly remained in the catalog for almost forty years, had in fact been declined in G 63 6 x 6 with six wheels, in G 500 4×4² very raised and in G 650 Landaulet convertible V12. The line continues today with the Mercedes-AMG G 63 4×4².
The ultimate expression of the Mercedes G-Class
As its name suggests, the newcomer takes over the V8 4.0 biturbo of 585 hp and 850 Nm from the G 63, its nine-speed automatic gearbox, its all-wheel drive, its three types of differential locks and its reduction gear. bridge report. It also receives portal axles between its 22-inch wheels with independent suspension. Enough to bring its ground clearance to 35.1 cm (+ 11.3 cm) and allow the vehicle to cross fords 91 cm deep as well as to climb slopes inclined at 45 degrees. Steps facilitate access on board.
Carbon fiber fender flares were fitted to all four corners. We find carbon on the ramp of additional lights proposed for the roof, the side protection bars, the cover of the spare wheel, the storm doors or the central console. Many accessories (protection, roof rack, etc.) are available as options.
The comfortable adventure
The digital dashboard lights up with a kinematics specific to this model, which also has an exclusive interior finish. Ambient lighting has been extended to the air vents, and the front passenger grab bar is badged “G 63 4×4²”. Digital central rear-view mirror and Nappa leather upholstery are standard equipment. Customers can personalize their vehicle at will using Mercedes’ G Manufaktur department.
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The last dinosaur
Mercedes announces it: the G 63 4×4² is the last of his kind “. No wonder when you know that this overpowered and aerodynamic mastodon like a brick consumes 20.1 l/100 km in the WLTP certification cycle for CO emissions2 456 g/km. Remember that Mercedes plans to switch to all-electric “ in markets that allow it by 2030 and that the ban on new internal combustion vehicles in Europe is becoming increasingly clear for 2035. The Mercedes-AMG G 63 4×4² will therefore be available “ for a limited time » according to the manufacturer, which does not specify this one. The price of the off-roader was also not indicated. The future of the G-Class will also be electric, through the EQG announced for 2023. And it would not be surprising to see an EQG 4×4² take over in a few years.
