2021 GLE 63 S! Long Live AMGs V8! Full Review
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2021
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ML has had an interesting history. Mainly because it began one of the biggest niches we have right now: the super SUV. 1997 saw the first ML introduced in that Dinosaur movie, the lost world, as a bit of advertising for the new w163 “M Class” as it was originally known, the new luxury successor to the G Wagon.
A huge sales success, shortly after Mercedes allowed #AMG to get their hands on it and in 1999 they made the ML55 AMG, about 20 years ago! This had new independent front and rear suspension, a revised ESP, and more crucially a 5.5 litre V8, it was a modified V8 from the S Class with performance camshafts and other tweaks linked to a 5-speed auto, and it produced 347BHP, 0-60 in 6.7 seconds. 🤯
It was one of the first cars ever in the Performance SUV market. Well before things like the Range Rover Sport, a whole 10 years before the X5M and predating the Cayenne too: it was one of the pioneers of this huge market we have today. A true trendsetter, and the daddy of them all really.
The next version came in the w164, this time with our favourite #MercedesAMG engine ever: the M156 6.2 V8 from my C Black series, the SLS #supercar etc and so was born the ML63 AMG!! And what a beast it still looks, looking similar to the mad C63 w204 with its blocky front end and fog lights. We had adaptive dampening in the air suspension now, a better 7-speed box, and the engine gave us 510BHP and a damn fast sprint of 5.0 to 60! It sounded amazing, drove better than the last car… but by this time had stiff competition dynamically from Porsche. Though, in terms of emotion and design, what a thing.
Next came the W166, and the next rename to… GLE63. Now we have the loud one, the 5.5 litre V8 M157 bi-turbo. In its most thuggish form in the Mercedes SUV models, it was one of the first times you could order a performance exhaust. This brought a moderate power increase in gen 1, but gen 2 saw 585BHP, 768NM of torque and 4.2 0-60. So faster than the M4 of its time. And it wasn’t just the engine, it had adaptive anti-roll bars and ‘Active Curve’ from the S Class, and a 40-60 biased 4matic system.
The game has moved on very quickly after this car came out. Enter car’s like AMG’s own GLC63S, the fastest on the ring in class currently, Stelvio QV just behind it too, then the Urus. The first Super SUV. Signalling a tier above our old T Rex.
The RSQ8, based on said car, until recently the fastest on the ring… till recently thrashed by the new Cayenne Turbo GT. Yes, Sports SUVs smash ring records now, and are seconds away from track cars of old.
So our new GLE63S, has its work cut out. And it also has to differentiate itself from the very similar-looking GLE 53… Luckily, it comes from good stock. First the engine, the familiar 4.0 V8 found in everything from C63 to GT R: here it’s used in its first-ever hybrid treatment paired to an EQ Boost stater alternator as we’ve seen in the 53 AMGs. So while our combustion engine alone gives us a whopping 612BHP… the EQ gives us 22 BHP on top. And while the base torque is 850nm, it can call upon 250 additional when needed! Oh, and a 0-60 of 3.8 seconds. But we tested it quicker in the wet. Yeah.
But does it do enough in such a crowded hard-fought market? Today we explore:
- History of the ML and GLE
- W163 ML55 AMG
- W164 ML63 AMG + exhaust
- W166 GLE 63 S gen 1 + exhaust
- W166 GLE 63S gen 2
- New AMG GLE 63 S
- Engine and power
- EQ Hybrid V8 system
- Suspension and anti-roll stabilisation
- 4Matic+, Brakes, gearbox, exhaust
- GLE63S vs GLE53
- Interior Review
- GLE 63 S Exhaust Sound
- Launch Control
- Full driving review
- Conclusion
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Such fun cars, the ML/GLE AMGs, every generation has been so fun to drive! And this one, the most dynamic yet while maintaining some great V8 emotion! 👌
Big thanks to @supercarsfordad for the exhaust clips from his two beasts! instagram.com/supercarsfordad
How much does it cost?
VIN no pls
Ok here is the 64 million dollar question.............which do you prefer.....this or the Porsche Cayenne GTS Coupe ? ? ?
Do you know if GLB 45S is coming out? I'm waiting for it
Man ur video is awesome😃i subscribe right now❤️
This kind of engine emotion, CANNOT be replicated by an electric car. These are the things I will miss about them.
And cars like the S65 or cl 600 or SL73.... it's too bad
People were saying the exact same thing when turbocharged engines replaces the NA engines.
Also the same when DCT replaces manual transmissions.
@@gr0schibre572 And they continue to say the same thing to this day. What's your point?
I'm not sure I agree with that, tell you why.
If you have a smart phone with haptic feedback, it's all but impossible to tell that it's not a motor moving your finger in the traditional sense. With the advances in tech I'm sure they'll be able to replicate a 'real' car feel quite soon.
I’m not an suv guy. I like my bum to be nice and low but I have to admit that this is a beast . Probably the best choice for someone looking for a performance suv
AMG V8 is unique. I miss my 2014 ML63 AMG. My 2016 GLE 450 isn't bad but it's a V6 bi turbo.
That feeling of 500+ hp of an AMG V8 is awesome. Drive safely.
Great work love the history breakdown bc its nice seeing the classic vehicle come to modern day fruition in one segment
3.6 seconds to 60mph! This car can literally outrun modern Sports Cars. It would be cool to see this race a Mercedes A45s to see which is fastest!
@Ross a stock A45S got a 3.5 second 0 to 60mph which is insane. Absolutely insane
@Ross joe achilles got 3.5 out of one
@Ross It's still rapid and it would beat the gle63s in a 1/4 mile given the G weighs so much more.
Cayenne turbo gt can do sub 3 seconds... lol
Great review! I just installed that steering wheel with the same airbag on my 17 E300, couldn’t be happier
Amazing review! I’m in love with the GLE63s!!
I have been waiting for this review here! What a powerhouse of technology.
Really enjoying having discovered your reviews.
Great review. I have the same one and while very nice and more refined and spacious, I can’t help but miss the character and sound of the M157 I had in my ‘17 GLE63s.
Another great review, Raz! Really useful information.
Amazing review !! Love the sound of it
Love the sound of that V8 🔥👍
I like your video, very informative and you let the car talk some of the time. Too many reviewers seem to think we want to hear them, not the car! This AMG63s is just a crazy ride! As fast as my c6z06 Corvette! I drove one a few days ago and was hooked. I placed an order for a brand new one yesterday. Can't wait!!
Well detailed. Great history lesson
I have the ML63 W166 with the 5.5 V8 BiTurbo M157 plus performance pack engine and can confirm it’s an absolute beast!
how fast in final gear 2k, 3k rpm?
The facelift of the "new Generation" of steering wheels will be the most beautiful wheel we've ever seen. It's the same every time with mercedes steering wheels
Fantastic review, thank you! Currently own an ‘18 GLS 550 but now get to downsize and the ‘21 GLE AMG 63S is now front on my list 👊
Great review! Would love to see Gle 63 amg coupe as well
The new gen GLE63 is insane. What a vehicle
This car looks very nice. Great video!
There's actually a difference on the side between the 53 and 63S that you can't see on this model because of the running boards. The 63S has a silver side trim piece along the bottom (gloss black if you get the night package). This side trim piece is always body colored on all the other GLE models. Not anything major but another small way to spot a 63S.
Such an awesome review. Love this car. Grab a V8 before they disappear. ❤️
And a V12
This is by far the best looking SUV
Your videos and production quality are amazing!
I literally decided to purchase a V8 rather than a V6 based on your comments in this video!
Thank you!
Keep up the good work 👌🏽
Sounds fantastic 😎
ML63 AMG is the one of two AMGs I want the most
The 2012 C63 is the other
The GLE 63 S is my pick of choice of the AMG SUV Range (not the GLC or GLS 63). The GLE delivers it all, and even the Coupe is awesome.
Totally agree about the steeringwheel👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽♥️RBR♥️
Yeah I'm definitely buying this one
First time I've seen a video on your channel. Production value is off the charts! Keep up the great work!
Welcome back Mr AMG 😜
Well said . It like taking bite of our fav food
Love you Raz🔥
super nice, especially the interior, beautiful aesthetics, dash etc. still actually prefer the 2010 ML63 body shape, curved front aggressive bonnet. 6.2L, NA.. each to their own i guess.
Right On Raz, brought back memories of my 2000 ML320. Kept it for 11yrs. The tech has gotten so much better in the MB suveez, nowadays. I’m tempted to get another one. It’s your fault ✌️😎
I just traded in my 2021 AMG 63 G Wagon for 2023 AMG GLE 63 S and am happy i did. I've driven G wagons foir a while and wanted something a little more - or a lot more - agile, faster, and more comfortable. This vehicle addressed all of this without question. Very happy I made the switch, and I still love the G's.
My dad has a fully loaded 2006 ML 500, we ordered a custom configured AMG E53 back in February
Why not e63s?
Totally agree on the steering wheel! Love this one, hate the new one! I'd love to see a GLE580 test to where it sits? Between 53 and 63?
It does. Gle580 is quicker than the 53 but more for offroad purposes cause you can get e active body control suspension
This SUV ist awesome ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The M class did not come out a decade before the original X5.
The M class was first on sale in the UK in 97/8 , and the X5 in 98.
The first performance X5, the 4.6 iS came out in 2001.
GLE is my favorite line from Mercedes. good size SUV with comfort sport and everything !
I do wish the GLE63S had the E-ACTIVE suspension
This an amazzing video wtf
Well said
Cant wait to get one if these for our next vehicle. For now, its the Honda Pilot for 4 more years 😭
I can not lie i am an owner of this new gle63s SUV model i bought it around may time and i can not say a single bad thing the car is just perfect
This one has a far better element of duality than the competition. This is also quite good offroad. An aspect not covered in this test.
Well done Well done.
Beautiful and fast 😍
As far as I can notice, but it seems like you measured 0-60 down the hill. Still, it's an incredible result for a car of this size. On a straight track I presume it will be 3.84, as stated.
MARAVILHOSO ...
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 excellent machine!!
Give me a 7 years and I'll be in this beast
Great car 😊👍
My father has a 2000-2005 facelift w163 ML 400 amg with a deisel V8 with 250 hp and 560 torque and its sounds fantastic when you start it up and also its super quick.But you will be a little disapointed from the sound of the exhaust becase it sound menecing from the engine (front) and not so much from behind(even in very high RPM) and the same goes (a little) to the interior.Overall great car.
LOL
I’d love to see a head to head with Cayenne Turbo
The W166 gen.2 63s changed the entire game
exellent 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Am a big fan of rock/metal and underground rap/ Horrorcore rap and beautiful looking car. In these luxury cars I won’t go the high performance modes, Because am here for the look of the cars and the sound system
3.6 is pretty crazy
Well the look of the new generation GLE is growing on me yet I still think the previous generation looked simply awesome. I don't think that the panamera gril ruined the look, rather it was the lights. If it had the new grill with the old lights I think it would be fire.
you can't imagine, how it will sound like with enginevox!
How does this compare to the X5m comp?
My new 2024 gle63s didn’t come with running boards but my dealership said they could order them if I really want them. Are they worth it?
This channel is way better than that Evolve channel.
@RemoveBeforeRace as Mr AMG and owning all the AMG GT models and from your experience and knowledge would you rather buy the AMG GTR or the AMG GTR PRO? Which do you think is ideal for daily driving and track days as well as which is more worthy to buy as prices here has dipped so I've been considering getting one... Thanks for your input in advance 😁
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Salam Raz,
Is this beautiful SUV has got the 7 seaters options ? The GLE range has got this option but I'm not sure about the 63 AMG. BMW X5M competition doesn't offer this option!
How comfortable is this ? Is there a big difference between this and the e53
It should be a crime to drive an a.m.g. that's not got a v8...Great content as always...
What are you saying?? :p these have been available for like 3-4 years 😂 the new hybrid GLE63S is coming out next year. Its like you’ve been living under a rock ?
I prefer the look of the ml63
How did you get it to 3.6 on wet? Did you have race start somehow?
would you get this a or a g 63 ?
3.6 in wet conditions is insane....
Today i went for a test dive on the GLE 53 and i was disappointed in the cheap quality interior and not enough power as i have the E 63S. Is the GLE 63 same interior quality materials?
Raz! Want your opinion. Cayenne turbo s e hybrid or this gle 63 amg
that big guy did 3,62 for 0-60mph??? bloodyhell !!
Another wicked Vid Raz. I'm excited to drive it. Well done. @tailorofsound
I have the GLE53. I do love that it has the same styling except for a few minor details but it def does not accelerate or sound like this. It actually is very muted. I had a 2018 C43 and that sounded sooo much better and was more aggressive. The GL353 has lag
@@skrem23 I had to get used to it. I went from a C43 to this and I liked the 43 better for reasons we can’t control
1) The 43 gives you a more turbo KICK when you push the throttle
2) The 43 sounds great even for a V6. All new cars are muted nowadays for regulations
3) The 53 uses its electric motor in a way where I think they tried to reduce the dependency for the turbos so most of the time you don’t get the same sudden kick the C43 gave you
I have had to start driving in manual mode now when I want to drive aggressive because the automatic engine isn’t as responsive as the C43 was
Also on the C43 every time you down shifted it popped and banged. This does it a lot less
If you can afford the 63 I would get that.
@@skrem23 you are welcome 🙌🏽
how is the down shift is in the newer models of GLE 63, any idea?
no AMG performance seats anymore on the new GLE63s?
I would choose it over the normal cayenne turbo and rsq8
Does it come in 4 door coupe??.
I'd have the coupe' version along with a bmw X5M
this is the only guy that can review a car without having a car. brooo i dont trust you 😂😂😭😭😭
bro you have to upgrade to 4K...this full hd image is really blurry and missing a lot of details
this is a car that make me wish i was rich. i love this car dream of it
wen 4k?
Keep ranting about the steering wheel!!!
Anyone know where he drives these cars? Would love to be able to unleash a bit haha
@removebeforerace are you likely to review the 2024/25 amg gle 63 s one last time, before they remove the v8 in 2026?
Price ?
YOU totally missed the Mercedes AA VISION in case of History ;))
Jaguar F Pace Svr- the best v8 on the market, and the most sexiest, elegant car. You can make a review.
why everybody speak about performance but nobody about suspension and confort ?
No 7 seater?