AMG G63 RETURNS! My First Drive in the New G Wagon
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Published 2024-05-14
When the previous / pre-facelift G63 arrived half a decade ago, I was blown away by how much it transformed the iconic but not-so-great model into a car that not only boasted serious off-roading capability but also happened to be a new chapter in the story in great style. That event took place in Perpignan, France, where we again return for the next part of the book to be written, this time featuring a mild-hybrid addition to the G63, and the arrival of the EQG project in production form as the G580 with EQ Technology.
After that day back then, I promptly ordered a new G63, a car that I owned for 3 years and had the most incredible time driving and using for many different things. However, it departed the collection and has yet to be replaced, so that begs the question of whether there's an empty spot here waiting to be filled.
To find out, I'm firstly on the road in the G63 that now only offers 585hp and 800Nm from the 4.0l TT V8, but also is supported by a 48V hybrid system for an additional boost of 20hp and 200Nm as we've seen in other Mercedes models. Combine that with new Performance package suspension, updated interior, keyless entry and numerous other elements that the G really needed and you have a solid machine.
The big talking point however is down to the G580; an all electric model with 4 motors offering 587hp and 1,150Nm, along with a 116kWh usable battery and the fastest model of the lot - as we promptly discover on the off-road rally stage before heading for an introduction to the G Steer and G Turn modes - something totally new that is now possible thanks to the latest technology.
It certainly begs the question, whether to add a new G Wagon to the garage, but then if so, which one!?
Thanks for watching, Tim
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to France
02:48 New G Wagon Walkaround
04:54 G63 First Drive
08:54 Intro the Mountains
14:07 Mercedes G in Perpignan
15:36 G Wagon Interior
18:09 G580 EQG Technical Highlights
21:36 G580 EQ First Drive
27:24 Off-road in the New G
30:18 G Turn Demo
33:38 Final Thoughts
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All Comments (21)
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Hi Shmee I'm guys! We need a G back in the collection!
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I was waiting for a real in-depth video of this new G wagon and of course, you did not disappoint!
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I'm just imagining a wife going to call her husband to dinner, and just finding him using G-Mode in their driveway xD
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The G63 and The Puro is the ultimate SUV pack. Buy one soon Shmee!!
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Tim I know that you like the Blue but that Yellow one is wicked.
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I honestly adore Shmee’s loyalty & relationships with these amazing car brands. Truly a dream! Cheers from Florida.
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Fantastic review Shmee, as usual ! What a fantastic time to be living …. great machines, exceptional engineering. ❤
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It getting the updated MBUX system is what so many people have been waiting for. It really needed that just as a quality of life option.
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the gold wheels on that g63 though!
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Love the G Wagen. Seen many driven on the roads in Warwick & Leamington. They do look great!! Would be nice to see one in the Shmuseum again.
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Amazing Review Shmee. Thank You Brother 🖖🏼😋
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Congratulations on the 4k upgrade it’s a huge step forward,well done keep up the amazing videos, hope to see you again at Goodwood? I was in a wheelchair and you wa# kind enough to have a photo taken
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The offroad part was insane though, so freaking quick on the dirt and responsive
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Some reviewers are doing the vanquish, some are doing the g wagon. Tim, does both. You and the team are amazing.
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Your videos have become very slick Tim, but still with that personal touch, keep it up.
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Tim,I just noticed.You have upgraded to 4K.Excellent and well done my good man 💯
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I immediately loved the driver view. Up high...great visibility...
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I think the g-wagon is the shmeemobile I miss the most. Especially with the upgrades you had. Just loved the sound of that. And when you Took it to the ring with 4 ppl in it
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Wait you sold the G63 TWO years ago?! Wow time really flies by.. Great vid as always.
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Congratulations on the 4k upgrade)
