Summarize

Mercedes-AMG's G-Class has just undergone the greatest change in its history, while remaining true to its well-proven virtues and it’s now available for sale in South Africa. The new AMG G 63 underpins its unique position among performance off-road vehicles with the powerful drive system, newly developed AMG Ride Control suspension, AMG-specific transmission modes and a new interior with optimal widescreen cockpit.

Powered by AMG’s 430kW 850Nm version of its 4-litre biturbo V8 with Cylinder Management cylinder deactivation system turning an AMG Speedshift TCT 9G gearbox with shorter shift time sand AMG Performance 4Matic all-wheel drive with rear-biased 40-60 torque distribution for enhanced agility and traction.

The behemoth runs to 100km/h in 4.5 seconds to the roar of its dual-flow exhaust system features side pipes exiting below the rear doors for that typical AMG V8 sound. G63 runs a 220km/h top speed with 240km/h available if specced with a Driver’s Package. G 63 AMG sips 13.1 l/100km at 299 g/km in frugal driving conditions.

Add adaptive adjustable damping: AMG Ride Control adaptive adjustable damping suspension and speed-sensitive steering, while AMG Dynamic Select allows the driver to tweak the machine to the most severe elements of water, snow, salt or sand driving.

Boasting a sporty and distinctive exterior design on a bodyshell engineered for the toughest job and boasting active and safety at a highest level, G 63’s cabin is as luxurious as it is authentic complete with a new AMG Performance steering wheel, modern-style navigation and Mercedes me connect to forge a direct connection between car and driver and it’s yours for R2.59-million and you can add R300K for a unique Edition 1 model