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Mercedes-AMG G63 is the best selling AMG model in Europe

According to the Global Automotive Market Research Company that provides analysis on market trends, car pricing and comparisons, JATO Dynamics, the Mercedes-AMG G63 is the best-selling AMG model in Europe, and this is the result of the increase in sales of luxury and sports models in Europe in the first eight months in 2023.

Although inflation and rising prices in Europe prevent most residents from renewing their fleet, it does not prevent those who have extra money to fulfill their dreams and buy new sports cars. In the first half of 2023, BMW sold 19,600 M sports cars in Europe. That’s a 58% increase compared to the same period in 2022. The company delivered 16,400 cars in the US, and the new XM SUV was the most popular with 1,171 units.

Another German brand, Mercedes-AMG sold 13,700 units in Europe, an increase of 57% compared to the first half of 2022. The Mercedes-AMG SL convertible was the most popular, but not enough to overtake the G63 AMG SUV. According to these statistics, one in four AMG buyers opted for the ultra-popular G63 SUV.

Source: JATO Dynamics

Tuning

Upgraded Mercedes G63

Another upgraded Mercedes came out of the workshop of American tuner Pit26. This time it’s a Mercedes G63 with 577 HP, but as a pickup.

To carry out the SUV’s transformation, engineers at Pit26 cut the SUV in half behind the rear seats, lengthened the chassis and added cargo space, as well as portal axles to raise the ride height by 150mm. They installed Bilstein shock absorbers and springs and 18-inch wheels with Toyo off-road tires located inside new wider arches.

In order to more safely overcome all obstacles on the road, steps, front bumper and undercarriage protection were installed for the purpose. There is also a winch in case the pickup gets stuck, and the example in the photos also has roof racks and additional lights. The car has a carrier for two bicycles, which can also be used to store various tools, axes, shovels and chainsaws. Also, there is an adapter for setting up a mini tent.

When it comes to the powertrain, nothing has changed. The Mercedes G63 is still powered by a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine with 577 hp (424 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and power is sent to all wheels via an AMG speedshift TCT 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission.

It is certain that this upgraded Mercedes AMG G63 will find its way to its owner who will have to pay $385,000.

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Upgraded Mercedes G63

Source: Pit26

Tuning

P900 based on Mercedes-AMG G63

The Mercedes-AMG G63 is one of the best SUV cars from the German manufacturer, but also a car that many tuners are trying to make better. One of them is Mansory whose latest work P900 is based on this model.

Inspired by the desert, the car is finished in Sand Desert Gloss with contrasting forged carbon parts such as the hood, rear wing and other details. The interior is also decorated with a shade of sand, but it is slightly more orange compared to the exterior. The SUV is mounted on black 24-inch wheels.

The P900 is powered by a 4.0L biturbo V8 engine with 900 hp (661 kW) and 885 lb-ft (1,200 Nm) of torque. A significant increase in power compared to the standard SUV, which has 585 hp (430 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to all wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

Recently, Mercedes announced that it has produced 500,000 examples of the G-Class since 1979, and on this occasion it presented a retro-looking example. Mercedes will also refresh the current G63 model, and spy photos show the SUV under development, which will have a redesigned front and rear fascia, headlights with new graphics, and the interior could get the latest MBUX infotainment technology.

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P900 based on Mercedes-AMG G63

Source: Mercedes