Mercedes offers high-performance versions of the G-Class in the form of the G63 AMG and the new-for-2016 G65 AMG. Both models feature turbocharged engines — the G63 AMG a V-8 and the G65 AMG a V-12 — that are hand built. Other changes include a sport exhaust system, high-performance brakes and unique styling cues.
What’s Special
563-horsepower, turbocharged 5.5-liter V-8 engine with 560 pounds-feet of torque (G63 AMG)
621-hp, turbocharged 6.0-liter V-12 with 738 pounds-feet of torque (G65 AMG)
Unique grille design
Side exhaust pipes
Here’s info on the regular G-Class:
Mercedes-Benz focuses largely on road-going manners with its GLE-Class SUV, but the G-Class is a hard-core off-road machine that seats five people across two rows. It competes with the Land Rover Range Rover. High-performance AMG variants also are available.
New for 2016 Mercedes offers a new G65 AMG performance model that’s powered by a handcrafted turbocharged V-12 engine, and the base G550 gets a new turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 that makes 416 hp. An adaptive suspension is now available for the G550.
Significant Standard Features
416-hp, turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine
Seven-speed automatic transmission
Four-wheel drive
Two-speed transfer case
Three locking differentials
8.1 inches of ground clearance
LED daytime running lights and bi-xenon headlamps
Heated windshield
Comand multimedia system
Navigation system
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo
Backup camera
Blind spot warning system
Adaptive cruise control with full-stop capability
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
