Is the 2024 Mercedes AMG GLS 63 a BETTER performance SUV than a Cadillac Escalade V?

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  • čas přidán 20. 06. 2024
  • The AMG GLS 63 has some changes for 2024 from Mercedes Benz. On the outside you will discover red painted calipers, new optional 23in forged wheels and updated tail lights. On the inside you will be greeted by a 2-tone interior and (2) 12.3in screens. Under the hood is a hand assembled 4.0L twin-turbo V8 that pumps out over 600HP. Is the 2024 Mercedes AMG GLS 63 a BETTER performance SUV than a Cadillac Escalade V?
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Komentáře • 264

  • @ZeryusXD
    @ZeryusXD Před 3 měsíci +44

    0 - 60 in 3.4s for such a huge vehicle is amazing

  • @mattmekhaeil
    @mattmekhaeil Před 3 měsíci +20

    Long live the V8. The only way to get a true AMG product is to buy one with a V8

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 3 měsíci

      You nailed it on that statement mstt

  • @voltexxx69
    @voltexxx69 Před 3 měsíci +17

    i Love when you talk about what's going on in the beginning of your videos

  • @omarcortes5754
    @omarcortes5754 Před 3 měsíci +20

    Love this Mercedes but the Escalade has an useful third row and more cargo area. I guess everything depends on what you need.

  • @escalona8764
    @escalona8764 Před 3 měsíci +30

    Love how 27:05 joe looks at the cop as he's speeding almost double the speed limit haha

  • @masonbell3891
    @masonbell3891 Před 3 měsíci +20

    I love this one Joe, thanks for bringing it to us

  • @wafflepiepancake
    @wafflepiepancake Před měsícem +2

    My cousin has the Escalade, it's a big too big in certain spots (especially trying to park). And the GLS63 just looks way more fun to drive

  • @cliftonblowe3589
    @cliftonblowe3589 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Joe is the BEST he’s so funny and knowledgeable!!! Haha “ON THROTTLE” 😂

  • @ledebuhr1
    @ledebuhr1 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Joe, Having the trim around the wheel wells painted body color, makes it looks 10x better. I wish other manufactures would paint the wheel well trim.

  • @socko1019
    @socko1019 Před 3 měsíci +6

    This car is amazing.Cargo,luxury ,Image,power,design and fantastic one man hand made
    engine!

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I agree about the front lower styling. I'm not sure what they were intending there.

  • @user-yc9jz6tf8r
    @user-yc9jz6tf8r Před 3 měsíci +2

    Had one and loved it except one thing. Mercedes always has a staggard tire set up. After about 8-9k tires pretty much done. Ride becomes rough and tires (only a couple of manufacturers) are about 3k. Just a lot to spend on tires when you're driving about 15-20k per year. Other than that, it was a great vehicle with no problems. Premium gas required.

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Sorry I’m late ! 🙃. Escalade V……..for the exhaust sound 😃

  • @Timalannovotny
    @Timalannovotny Před 3 měsíci +2

    AMG is my pick, excellent quality.
    Thank you Joe 🎉 and Steve for all that you two do!❤😊

  • @NissanQuestGuy96yt
    @NissanQuestGuy96yt Před 3 měsíci +95

    Who’s Watching In 2024?

  • @martinaltmann1658
    @martinaltmann1658 Před 3 měsíci +7

    Just bought one and absolutely love it! The interior is insane and makes you feel like you’re in a spaceship 🚀 the Escalade V uses a lot more fuel and has a little bit cheaper and more plastic interior than the GLS 63. we tested both to compare. The mild hybrid twin turbo V8 is an amazing engine 💯💪

    • @corylazart2407
      @corylazart2407 Před 3 měsíci +3

      I bought a GLS63 about 8 months ago, and couldn't agree more, it's better than the caddy in every meaningful way and the only people that think otherwise are the cadillac d**k riders.

    • @martinaltmann1658
      @martinaltmann1658 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@corylazart2407 congratulations it really is an amazing machine and the best mix between luxury, sport and everyday practicality. I do love the way the Escalades look and sound but the interior just isn’t as nice as the AMG and with the NA V8 you’re definitely spending a lot more on gas ⛽️

    • @ronaldforrest5321
      @ronaldforrest5321 Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@corylazart2407does it has rear seat entertainnent?

    • @inchlorIentztJiIu
      @inchlorIentztJiIu Před měsícem

      No thanks you, I’ll take Escalade

  • @BenjaminMutuku
    @BenjaminMutuku Před 3 měsíci +1

    It’s a beast of an SUV! I’ve driven a lot of these GLS 63s and the V8 engine, performance exhaust and tech are remarkable despite it’s size. You’ll need a larger garage to fit this SUV.

  • @TristanSimondsen
    @TristanSimondsen Před 3 měsíci

    The split screen POV while driving makes the difference. Great review! 👍

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 3 měsíci +3

    I love how the screen does not stick up like a sore thumb. The screen colors are rich, and the interior colors are great! You must have ventilated seats, though, in a car this upscale!

  • @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
    @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Amazing review Joe.

  • @user-go7bg2rf4n
    @user-go7bg2rf4n Před 3 měsíci

    Performance wise, Compare to x7 50i/60i , how you feel about the response and which one less turbo lag when you floored it on throttle while driving/rolling start ? Thank you!

  • @Slimothy
    @Slimothy Před 3 měsíci +3

    *joe had multiple cops in this video and evaded them all hahaha*

  • @gsdbp7893
    @gsdbp7893 Před 3 měsíci +9

    I find it crazy that i went from watching you review these to working where we build them😭

  • @hali1392
    @hali1392 Před 3 měsíci +6

    i love this car but i perosnally would still take the escalade since it has more interior space so it can fit the family better

  • @oonwing
    @oonwing Před 3 měsíci +2

    Always great!!!
    👍

  • @ryankiernicki9992
    @ryankiernicki9992 Před 3 měsíci

    Great video Joe !

  • @Furious321
    @Furious321 Před 3 měsíci

    27:01 - LOL that mirror check

  • @alanklaus7774
    @alanklaus7774 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Personal choice on these two. The Merc is certainly more of a stealth vehicle. Nice review. You know maybe you get ventilated rear seats with the $12k Special Rear Rider Package.

  • @Hp1.1
    @Hp1.1 Před 3 měsíci +2

    The great thing about purchasing a brand new late model benz is you can never go wrong with the elegance, luxurious styling that prehaps only Mercedes benz and range rover possess

  • @janestreetentertainment9552
    @janestreetentertainment9552 Před 3 měsíci +4

    I love AMG they are awesome

  • @theKiddAlways
    @theKiddAlways Před 3 měsíci +1

    picking between this and the Escalade and this is like picking which foot to get shot off. so today i am picking the Escalade.

  • @davidp2888
    @davidp2888 Před 3 měsíci +4

    I'll take the AMG but the wheels are a bit too large for my taste. Bring the diameter down an inch, maybe two.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 3 měsíci +5

      Good news is they have some smaller wheel options

  • @alexismerced2981
    @alexismerced2981 Před 3 měsíci +3

    New York calzone Xtra pepperoni 😂😂😂

  • @tigerhoods7927
    @tigerhoods7927 Před 3 měsíci +15

    Never get tired of hearing the v8 from Mercedes

    • @KameronKDH
      @KameronKDH Před 3 měsíci +4

      Hopefully it stays since they're stepping back from the EV plan

    • @mbukukanyau
      @mbukukanyau Před 3 měsíci +1

      It's nice rumble, but, man the Escalade is sick

    • @KameronKDH
      @KameronKDH Před 3 měsíci

      @@mbukukanyau facts

    • @MrPickledede
      @MrPickledede Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@mbukukanyau Whats wrong with it?

    • @mbukukanyau
      @mbukukanyau Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@MrPickledede Nothing wrong with it, it's wonderful, however, you have to hear a Cadillac V Blackwing motor to believe, it's Orgasmic..

  • @jasonthomas8515
    @jasonthomas8515 Před 17 dny

    Anyway possible to put the rear 385 rear wheel to the front to make it sit squared instead of staggered? I like the look of the Mercedes 2021 GLS 580 twin 5 spoke aluminum alloy wheels better

  • @dougpettey7144
    @dougpettey7144 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I need to find your review of the Escalade before I choose. My application really needs that 3rd row to be everything and a Hostess Ding-Dong! Also looking for performance in actual SUV conditions: 2 hours of desert highway (extreme heat and extreme wind) and 3/4 hour of mountain highway (6° incline with constant twists and turns, 3 hairpins). Chauffeuring guests from airport to luxurious retreat center.

  • @jcastro364
    @jcastro364 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Hope you review the Alpina XB7 next time and paired up with this car.

  • @ruinrl150
    @ruinrl150 Před 3 měsíci +1

    When do you think you can drive the new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus. I’m thinking about buying it for a new car but I can’t buy it without your reviews. Love you vids man!

  • @Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790
    @Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Yes of course Joe & this Mercedes is my car.

  • @clancep
    @clancep Před 3 měsíci

    I agree 100% about the running boards. Would be much nicer if there were automatic and hidden like the Escalade V. I also wish this GLS had Escalade features like approach lighting, digital rear view mirror or the cool box in the center console. The optional upgraded Burmester 3D audio with 25 speakers in this GLS should be standard for the price.

  • @Daveortiz693
    @Daveortiz693 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Hell of an suv, love it!

  • @outdoorswithlrod3550
    @outdoorswithlrod3550 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Joe doing on throttle with a cop car ahead 😮

  • @davidwolf226
    @davidwolf226 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Joe, just a hunch on my part, but I wonder if the slightly smaller size of the full-size Mercedes SUV is due, in part, to the narrow European roads, apart from the autobahn. While this AMG is awesome on many levels, it still can't hold a candle to the even more awesome Escalade V. I just feel you get much more bang for the buck with the Escalade. That's my rationale and I'm stickin' to it.

  • @willbelasco
    @willbelasco Před 3 měsíci +1

    This AMG should only come in the night package (no shiny exterior chrome trim). And should include ventilated seats for the second row, and power shades for windows. Did this model have soft close doors?
    Amazing car though. Great review, Joe!

  • @GLASSFILM
    @GLASSFILM Před měsícem

    i wish they would change the damn running boards. Been the same since like 2010. My 2013 colleects alot of dirt inside and no matter how much you try to spray it out it never comes out completely

  • @dominickirkwood
    @dominickirkwood Před 3 měsíci

    Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

  • @deeaikens9843
    @deeaikens9843 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Trying to find a video of them side to side

  • @relaxing_white_noises_by_j1980
    @relaxing_white_noises_by_j1980 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I prefer the rigid steps along the side of the GLS63. Those fold down steps on the Escalade V and other trucks always stop working over time and in cold weather.

  • @ralphb8602
    @ralphb8602 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Analogies are on point as usual 😂

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 3 měsíci +2

    MGuy Australia had a report today on his yt channel that Mercedes has committed to offering the ICE for many, many years to come!

  • @noelbgood8845
    @noelbgood8845 Před 3 měsíci

    Really like this ride

  • @GiavannaFrankel
    @GiavannaFrankel Před 2 měsíci

    Would love to hear your opinions on this vs an xb7

  • @MercedesSLSFan
    @MercedesSLSFan Před měsícem

    Love the interior spec

  • @mikesowell7969
    @mikesowell7969 Před 3 měsíci

    Great review as always. No ventilated seats in the second row😳? Mar Say Dee’s cheaped out like GM!

  • @mystictk4149
    @mystictk4149 Před 3 měsíci

    This AMG GLS 63 looks so sexy! I have no zonks whatsoever about this or really any Mercedes vehicle. This and the Escalade V are both amazing that's the thing.

  • @andrewoh5472
    @andrewoh5472 Před 3 měsíci

    Hello-My dad owned a brand new GLC that spontaneously combusted this past July. I am curious to see if you've heard of this happening?

  • @WFO.
    @WFO. Před 3 měsíci +1

    Joe, The AMG GLS 63 vs Durango Hellcat in a drag race. You ya picking? 🇩🇪🇺🇸

  • @kfelix2934
    @kfelix2934 Před 3 měsíci

    Damm that is a nice ride heavier than most regular PU trucks.

  • @primeminister66
    @primeminister66 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I’ll take one in a midnight blue with back chrome wheels please and thank you..

  • @Niles-Guy
    @Niles-Guy Před 3 měsíci +12

    This is the only suv that’s justified charging over $100k unlike Cadillac

  • @MrMoonMath
    @MrMoonMath Před 3 měsíci +2

    Looks like a big mini van 😂

  • @DomSr
    @DomSr Před 3 měsíci +2

    So Benz is a brand of Mercedes? Didn't know that. Thought Benz was just apart of the Mercedes name. Didn't know it was its own brand like AMG 🤯

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 3 měsíci +2

    The beautiful wheels and flashy calipers make the vehicle appear less bulky. I could not afford a $4695 set of wheels, though!!!

  • @dominicanheat2790
    @dominicanheat2790 Před 3 měsíci

    No lane change indicator?

  • @user-nk3bk6vk1o
    @user-nk3bk6vk1o Před 3 měsíci

    Nice looking truck

  • @The_Hi_Life
    @The_Hi_Life Před 3 měsíci

    Probably one of the most beautiful interiors I’ve ever seen! This AMG is the total 📦

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 3 měsíci

      I am so glad that you are liking this one.

  • @erickujawski9702
    @erickujawski9702 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I would go with the AMG GLS 63. I prefer the design over the Cadillac, as I feel the V model doesn’t do enough changes to the front of the car to separate it from a normal Escalade. Also the pops and bangs in the Escalade V may be a little overkill for a daily driver.

  • @sonalmalhotra07
    @sonalmalhotra07 Před 3 měsíci

    Lovely video what is the HP? I missed it 603 I think you mention. 174 miles per hr- probably the fastest SUV on the planet.

  • @howardturner2905
    @howardturner2905 Před 3 měsíci

    Want this gls 63

  • @dukewaldsmith2132
    @dukewaldsmith2132 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Caddy V for the win .. yeah the Benz is a symbol of money.. if u got it and addicted to that lifestyle then do what u do.. yolo (you only live once).. if u got a lil money to play with get the Caddy V...if u wanna save dollars & make sense...can still be saucy n bossy ..flossin in the Caddy V....summers coming time to stunt / get yo shine on

  • @wafflepiepancake
    @wafflepiepancake Před měsícem

    The 2024 GLS 63 is by far the best version of the GLS63. It's an absolute monster, and better tweaks and performances than its previous years.

  • @kervensferdinand669
    @kervensferdinand669 Před 3 měsíci

    Joe I feel like you kinda forgot about bmw, there’s a bmw x5 refresh for 2024, bmw 7 series 2024, bmw 5 series, and I see other CZcamsr do reviews on these bmws I just mentioned but I’m interested in your reviews because no other CZcams channels does it better than Raiti’s ride.

  • @johndzurenko
    @johndzurenko Před 3 měsíci +2

    May the horsepower be with you.

  • @user-kr7um2ur1p
    @user-kr7um2ur1p Před měsícem

    I bought a 2024 AMG GKS 63, I love it. I had a AMG GLE 63 before this car, I like the handling of the GLE better, but to have the extra room for someone in the second seat is very nice with the larger car. As nice as the Cad is it’s not the quality of the AMG.

  • @arthurporfirio722
    @arthurporfirio722 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Dream car

  • @jaggeraceofficial6767
    @jaggeraceofficial6767 Před 3 měsíci

    I love this review, and I love all of the Escalade V, reviews that you've done in the past! For me, I think this completely blows the doors, in my opinion, over the mighty Escalade V, because everything is nicer, cleaner, special, and more better of a unique riding experience, over the mega Escalade V! Where the biggest zonk in my book, over the GLS 63 AMG, is the Escalade V's interior is very bland for me, and this one has everything, plus some! What do you think, Joe?

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I haven't seen the Escalade review yet. But even tho I love American muscle, it would be tough to surpass the luxury, craftsmanship, and engine here.

    • @kscarrigan6892
      @kscarrigan6892 Před 26 dny

      👍🏼You NEED to see his V reviews. He's done 3 or 4 of them so far. 🏃‍♀️‍➡️You'll be running to your nearest dealership... but you'll be lucky to find one!! Took us a year to find one @ MSRP. MOST everybody was asking $15k to $100k *OVER* MSRP. Some STILL are.

  • @ranthony2714
    @ranthony2714 Před 3 měsíci

    Looking at the interior, it is super nice. In the past, Mercedes and BMW were leagues ahead from the non luxury brands. Today, I find the differences are less pronounced.

  • @alexismerced2981
    @alexismerced2981 Před 3 měsíci

    Both looks amazing but I'm go for the Cadillac

  • @floridian1087
    @floridian1087 Před 3 měsíci

    Alright guys! On throttle!

  • @tedunguent156
    @tedunguent156 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Ha, ha, ha!! "Heated seats but no ventilated seats. What the hell is gong on here?" LOL $146K SMH

  • @Itsmfzs
    @Itsmfzs Před 2 měsíci

    I just bought that bad boy

  • @13tony31
    @13tony31 Před 3 měsíci

    J - second row on my Dodge Miata has ventilated seats (hehehehe) love tony

  • @thulanimsane8358
    @thulanimsane8358 Před 3 měsíci

    Great matchine

  • @demonwyldfire
    @demonwyldfire Před 3 měsíci

    Very impressive vehicle. If I was made of money, I'd choose this over the Cadillac.

  • @aaronwilson5978
    @aaronwilson5978 Před 3 měsíci

    Does Mercedes make you pay subscription of heated seats?

  • @weirdshibainu
    @weirdshibainu Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is far superior to the Escalade. When Mercedes designs a platform, it builds it with AMG performance in mind, hence the inherent DNA of the car is much better integrated.

  • @Truth_Seeker_79
    @Truth_Seeker_79 Před 2 měsíci

    I still like the 2019 body styling of the gls63.

  • @samdavidowicz
    @samdavidowicz Před 3 měsíci +1

    I'd rather have the Escalade-V. That LT4 is bulletproof. Modern Benzes have really questionable long-term reliability. There is a reason why people lease these.

  • @arelaththewhitewolf230
    @arelaththewhitewolf230 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I have the new GLE 63 S Coupe, same engine tuned to 750hp. Same luxury, less weight, same sound, fast as fuck… just a tad smaller than the GLS.. so best of both worlds.

    • @wafflepiepancake
      @wafflepiepancake Před měsícem

      GLE63 S Coupe also a very sexy ass car, I'm jealous

  • @mikeb3023
    @mikeb3023 Před 3 měsíci

    Bad ass

  • @TheSpeedDemon64
    @TheSpeedDemon64 Před 3 měsíci

    I’m digging this AMG! I like this better than BMW if I’m being honest. I like it!

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Only my small dogs would use the side steps.

  • @dejonbuick6070
    @dejonbuick6070 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Well, Joe the Escalade looks better, however the Mercedes Benz is probably more reliable, i prefer the escalade v.

  • @onterrioredmon5711
    @onterrioredmon5711 Před 3 měsíci

    Imma chose the Escalade it looks better plus it’s my dream suv

  • @lukamilas8648
    @lukamilas8648 Před 3 měsíci

    This is excellence on steroids! World class SUV

  • @henriqueantunes4564
    @henriqueantunes4564 Před 3 hodinami

    Gls 63 amg is the ultimate suv

  • @tprice1386
    @tprice1386 Před 2 měsíci

    No 2nd row ventilated seats.

  • @MauriceBln1
    @MauriceBln1 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Almost everything is bigger in the USA, including the cars. 😁

  • @gp8221
    @gp8221 Před 3 měsíci

    Escalade is the king period when it comes to full size SUV