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| 2016 Mercedes-Benz G-Class |
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Price: $50,999 |
Last Updated 3 hours ago
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| Year: |
2016 |
| Make: |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: |
G-Class |
| Trim: |
AMG G 63 |
| Engine: |
V8
5.5L Twin Turbo V8 563hp 561ft. lbs. |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
Black |
| Miles: |
82044 |
| Stock #: |
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| MPG: |
12 city / 14 hwy |
| Body Style: |
SUV |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG is one of the most distinctive high-performance SUVs of its era: a hand-built AMG biturbo V8, full-time 4MATIC all-wheel drive, three locking differentials, a low-range transfer case, and the unmistakable upright G-Class silhouette that has remained iconic for decades. For 2016, Mercedes-Benz further sharpened the G-Class formula with lineup updates that included a new instrument cluster, while the AMG G63 continued to stand out as the sweet spot of the range by blending outrageous performance, unmistakable presence, and true off-road hardware in one unapologetically bold package. This particular example has covered just 82,044 miles since new and is finished in a striking matte black wrap exterior over designo Mystic Red Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery with Mystic Red leather seats, a color combination that gives this G63 the exact sense of drama its character deserves.
At the heart of the G63 AMG is a ferocious 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8, an AMG powerplant known for immense low-end thrust, thunderous sound, and brutally effortless acceleration. Paired with an AMG-tuned 7-speed automatic transmission, this G63 delivers the kind of performance that defies its tall, boxy shape and heavy-duty construction. Contemporary testing recorded 0-60 mph in as little as 4.8 seconds, with the quarter-mile arriving in 13.3 seconds at 107 mph, numbers that remain deeply impressive for a vehicle with this much mass, this much attitude, and this much off-road pedigree. The G63 is not simply fast for a luxury SUV; it is fast in a way that feels theatrical, from the instant torque delivery to the unmistakable soundtrack exiting through its signature side pipes.
What makes the G63 so compelling is that it is not just an AMG luxury vehicle wearing rugged styling cues. This is a genuine off-road machine underneath it all. Full-time 4MATIC all-wheel drive, a low-range transfer case, and front, center, and rear locking differentials give it the hardware to tackle demanding terrain, while its traditional live-axle design and minimal overhangs reinforce its real-world capability. That dual personality is exactly why enthusiasts have long gravitated toward the G63: it offers authentic off-road engineering, unmistakable military-inspired design, and AMG performance in a package that nothing else on the road truly duplicates.
Inside, the cabin balances old-world toughness with modern Mercedes-Benz luxury. The front power-adjustable seats are both heated and ventilated, trimmed in rich designo Mystic Red Perforated Nappa leather, and surrounded by upscale materials and unmistakably substantial switchgear. The updated infotainment screen brings AM/FM radio, navigation, and Bluetooth into the cabin through Mercedes-Benz’s COMAND interface, while the harman/kardon audio system adds the premium sound experience expected of a vehicle at this level. Every detail works together to remind you that this is not a conventional luxury SUV and not a conventional AMG either.
In a market filled with lookalike performance SUVs, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG remains gloriously, confidently different. It is an AMG first, a real off-road vehicle second, and a luxury statement at all times. With its dramatic specification, unmistakable presence, and relatively exclusive place in the market compared with mainstream luxury SUVs, this G63 AMG offers the kind of character, engineering, and desirability that enthusiasts never stop chasing. |
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