2014 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG 4MATIC - Driven - CAR and DRIVER

Contributing editor Basem Wasef heads to the twisty backroads of Spain to drive the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG 4MATIC on another episode of Car and Driver: Tested.
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[@christophercofer2192]

Still looks beautiful 8 years later

[@spadej6453]

How about 10 years later 😮

[@mortensenvick5711]

it's always been uuuugly

[@mta6247]

March 2023 .. I Own a 2014 E63s 77k miles and it STILL gets looked and can cook most vehicles on the road … no issues at all .. Absolutely Love it 😍

[@mortensenvick5711]

not my 2023 RS7 performance

[@mta6247]

@@mortensenvick5711 Son … you clearly don’t know what an E63 AMG s is but homie you ain’t smoking 💩

[@mortensenvick5711]

@@mta6247 Seems like you have no clue what the current 605hp RS7 performance can do on road and track mate, too bad :/

[@mta6247]

@mortensenvick5711 Yeah we know ... and Still You ain't 💩 Boy stop .. it's a shame a 10 year old car can still take you ... Bro you ain't that fast Homie ... talking like you're Porsche twin turbo speed 😆 and the S in AMG S stands for So 😆 🤣

[@bellaireboy6782]

Just bought a 2012 E63, love that back end stepping out when I want it to. It sounds and drives amazingly well, it is a huge step up over my E55, which I loved.

[@TylerF35A]

+Bellaire Boy Sounds exciting! The E63 is my all time favorite car! You E55, I'm assuming, was a 2003-2006?

[@bellaireboy6782]

+Kevin Metz Yes, 2005 with DynoComp headers, ECU upgrade and some other goodies. Great car, I was lucky enough to put about 70,000 miles on it, ran a few tracks like Road Atlanta. So much fun.

[@pakigangsta5]

bro, how reliable has it been in the 2 years?

[@Codename73]

Just bought a 2016 E63 S AMG tonight, I'm stoked

[@scherpebocht]

You just got scammed

[@Codename73]

+1ceStyle Nah, you're just an idiot who can't afford one, LOL.

[@scherpebocht]

+Codename73 show your e63?, even if i cant afford 1 you still got scammed LOL

[@scherpebocht]

+Codename73 all youtube fanboys own cars nowadays smh

[@Codename73]

+1ceStyle You're fucking pathetic - I'll link to a pic later tonight. I passed on waiting for the 2017 as the M157 is better 😂😂😂

[@eyon17]

the front lights look amazing

[@thegreatafrican3367]

Even today 7 years later that's true

[@Whiponized]

@@thegreatafrican3367 yep

[@VQSeries]

FINALLY, Basem Wasef is actually wide awake in a review (he always seems tired in other reviews).

[@ChargerSRT392]

It's amazing how technology is advancing that we have four door sedans as fast as zr1s.

[@tippy35075]

That sound when it takes off!

[@renegades302]

I actually loved this review. It was way better than some of his old ones. Well done sir

[@Trithij]

This car is just outstanding. The performance numbers are just mad.

[@DystopianOwl]

First of all, people buying this car will most likely not be doing burnouts and drifts with it. At least the majority of the people who will get it. Second, AWD is more safe and faster, but also Stronger than rear wheel or 2 wheel drive. Especially when it comes to the colder parts of Europe or the rainier parts of europe, or anywhere else. So it's actually a good thing that these cars are getting AWD. I live in Sweden and you NEED AWD to be able to have safe travels in the winter. I welcome it! You can manage without, but it feels much more safe with an AWD. Especially if you have a heavy 4 door sedan, and probably a family.

[@liamjones8468]

This is an AMG... I'm sure a lot of people will be doing the stuff he's doing in the vid with it

[@Agent77X]

Most who buy it will be doing burnouts and 360s for sure!

[@Agent77X]

RWD in winter is the best option. Just put two, three 100 lb. sand bags in the trunk for traction! If you get stuck on ice, open one of the bags and place sand on the sides that are spinning.

[@97336cf]

No doubt awd is better for winter, all things considered. WAY better than any RWD. But you gotta realize this awd system is not for winter, its very rear biased and likely on summer tires so it's really just for launches and sport driving.

[@jsjoblow]

The reviewer did a great job. Never seen him before. Good info. Nice review.

[@111thomas111]

great review

[@ideaynojodas]

Love the new head-lights!

[@notaspectator]

Thanks for the info, i understand what you mean. So if the above machine also had drag slicks on it, would it beat once again? im just impressed , awd is heavier but merc pulled it off with balancing the weight and im guessing some systems ...

[@chrislucy1589]

What a awesome ride

[@hashim11989]

Good review.

[@xbwang87]

great video

[@dpresuto]

Great review, absolutely love the car, and intend to get the wagon version. Best sleeper on the planet. I also really enjoyed Mr. Wasef's review; don't know why there is all this hate... Keep it up!

[@Aeniva]

Hmm, I think it deserves it! I've always loved the S class and am really looking forward to the newer model. Can't wait!

[@kartoffelaut0]

Im deeply deeply in LOVE with this car.

[@boyzroks]

Huge fan of the chrome accents on this car

[@performancelosreyes]

I love the new front led.

[@MegaBlairp]

This car quite possibly has the most character of any in its class

[@chrisdblue]

sounds soooooo good.

[@FamilyCTSV]

this thing is a beast.

[@BigMike2099]

I'm going to get one of these in a few months.

[@E46325mod]

0-60 in 3.2 seconds ! Wtff that's the fastest sedan in the world period.

[@hithereperson8137]

E46325mod welp now there’s the hellcat lmao oof

[@tylercouture216]

@@hithereperson8137 hellcat 0-60 4.5 average

[@hithereperson8137]

Mr. TAMW I’m talking top speed it also goes 3.6 0-60 so what?

[@tylercouture216]

@@hithereperson8137 no they don't they do 0-60 faster then 3.6 with DR's and with out them you aren't getting a 3.6 0-60 nice try though bro

[@hithereperson8137]

Mr. TAMW what? I literally said top speed not acceleration and the scat pack does 0-60 in 4.2 (used a scat pack on the street with regular tires) so I am almost certain that “4.5” average is incorrect

[@aec258]

How does constant torque split work? Is there electronically controlled central diff which lets slippage at constant ratio?

[@boxa87]

Beautiful car!

[@anotherone10]

That AMG sound :D

[@DaniWayne369]

hi so I'm thinking to get the same model but S version do you think it worth the extra money ? Thanks

[@4FingerMongoose]

Oh my.. this matter sets off a lots of conversation.

[@z00h]

that's exactly what I was referring to, I'm glad they finally got their mojo back

[@Selnoric]

Awesome car!

[@davidtruong9024]

In 2023, I will own a Mercedes Benz E63 AMG!!!

[@svamg8065]

In 2023 I will buy both an E63 GOD WILLING!!!

[@VersanGetryx]

It's almost 2023, are you on your way to completing this goal? :)

[@richwinestudios]

👌🏼👌🏼

[@ottoman556]

It's 2023 have you bought one ?

[@mortensenvick5711]

congrats

[@TWHISPERER]

Good review. I wish the car was a little more hard core looking for all of that HP that it has but maybe that's not the point of the E series cars?

[@yelp1000]

Wow, the first hands on drive video review of the E63 and all people do is whine whine whine. GREAT review Basem - this is your best so far that I've seen.

[@nordic04]

I just drove this car, it is amazing! Really thinking about trading in my 07 E63. And I thought mine was fast. Holy shit the new one is crazy!

[@IranAir12]

The old 6.2 in the E63/SL63/S63 etc, was not very reliable compared to the predecessor 55 Kompressor but this TT 5.5 is also a beast. 2012 to 2018.

[@samartz]

Cant wait to buy the depreciation!

[@InSaN3ViSioN]

amazing

[@nananonsritongkerd9035]

perfect car ,really want to own it

[@crazyca0]

It will. We never thought an SUV would hit 0-60 in the 4 secs until the Posrche and Mercedes came out with one. This car is a new frontier and will set standards for newer vehicle.

[@mitch8569]

Cant wait to order one loaded

[@_Nick.B]

I love my rear wheel drive E63 but I need this awd model

[@Magic_Vince]

really like the front of the car. and the reviewer is pretty good aswell

[@KevinD21]

3:55 Glad to see that the prius in this video is exactly where it should be. On the side of the road and OUT OF THE WAY!

[@hithereperson8137]

Kevin Doty 3:55

[@DumpValvesAndDnB]

Please give one to Bovingdon!

[@pioneer2321]

Need to bring it to uk

[@sydney4k]

Is there a difference between twin turbo and biturbo? or is it just same fancy name they made to sound different?

[@Turbosaunderground]

My favorite super performance sedan.

[@senorgato70]

I wonder why Basam's review of the E63 seems a bit different than the recent C&D review (in a comparo with the RS7 and M6 GC) of the CLS63. I thought the E63 and CLS63 were essentially on the same platform and mechanicals.

[@Tamatoy]

how would u use the clutch then?

[@enzodip2008]

The best!

[@ZombieBrent]

no silly jacket while you drive lol? very enjoyable video.

[@sasabuster]

brutal power...

[@elementalpuck]

I'm in love.

[@kevpow56]

I thought it was a great review, and the first one on the new E63.

[@rahascha]

Amazing ... this S63 AMG is a Saturn 5 rocket with the comfort levels of Buckingham Palace, well done Mercedes-AMG

[@GermanBoostdotcom]

What kind of test is this with estimated performance figures instead of your own test numbers?

[@coldisopropyl]

I have been in a Lexus. The comfort and quietness are both very well.

[@sexydjole93]

Does have AMG Perfomance Package? :)

[@l-n-s356]

Why are the lights yellow?

[@razvanesku]

he said it was incorporating it for the first time in the E63 AMG in particular.

[@keruamg]

Did his neck snap when he launched it at the end? looked brutal

[@vernonprice5986]

What you don't understand is that the E63 has AWD, which makes a huge difference when measuring 0-60. 0-60 is a measurement of traction, not power. The CTS-V has 551 lb-ft of torque going to the rear wheels, you can spin the wheels all the way THROUGH 60 MPH, leaving a huge smoky cloud in your wake. Despite that, it still does 0-60 in 3.9 seconds. When you remove traction from the equation, the CTS-V does 0-60 faster than the E63. Why? Torque and weight. Let's see if you can understand that.

[@Fredpara1980]

Yes, the GTR is truly an amazing car. The engine is hand built by one man just like the AMG engines. The new 2014 E63S comes close at 3.2 0-60 but all the luxury component weigh it down. If you ever are in the market for a good convertible though look at a 3-5 year old SL, good price, little depreciation, great quality and fun to drive when you aren't going 175. My big worry with the GTR is going to Jail for speeding.

[@user-wk4bi1cy9f]

Love ///AMG :)

[@z00h]

u mean the hyundai looking ones or the ones before?

[@Svk82]

AMG=best cars,simply love

[@lydrin3975]

I really need a couple promotions at work

[@secutorclaudius]

NIICE! How much can i get for my 97 e420? it has premium rims!

[@axd2009]

Are all of the E63 AMG's going to be all wheel drive now, or can they still be had with real wheel drive? And also, can we get this generation of E63 AMG as a wagon in the United States? Mercedes/AMG has always been good at giving their E-class AMG wagon to the US, and I hope that it stays that way. Questions aside, I think that I'd be very happy if I got to own an AWD E63 AMG-S wagon.

[@yelp1000]

Great review. I wish they would bring back the minimalist Bauhaus design principles like that 80s era e class that still looks good. This techno angry front end is going to age as well as most modern mercs - looks good for four or five years and then it starts aging badly.

[@ItsBetterWithJC]

something about the new s-class?

[@sameyeham]

More Jethro and Csaba reviews please.

[@SouthRevolutionary90]

yes it is. stop at 4:30

[@Brunosautoshop]

they have C class AMG manual in Peru but havent seen E class yet

[@sazhawk]

there is no s rwd only the regular e63 with rwl or the e63 s amg with awd

[@hgzx405]

Nice

[@slow758]

Can you do something like 2014 E63 AMG Wagon? I'd like to see that one instead :) Thanks

[@wesrobinson7366]

I just wish cars where not reviewed for how you can powder slide a turn or how they preform on a track. How about how they perform in real life, like on normal roads? I can never find real life reviews on cars like these and end up having to drive them to see if they fit in my real life. Not just my track life.

[@elinoorani18]

Check out the motor trend channel, they do on track as well as every day on road driving feel

[@LC-xi7xi]

Did you already check Doug Demuro??

[@Defkhan5059]

cok güzel makina

[@israelinationphotography6256]

But how much can I get this piece, and can it be shipped to Nigeria??

[@crazyca0]

Agreed.

[@TheSuperMotoHooligan]

Things that go vroom..

[@adilakram67]

I think that there should be a comparison between the E63 S RWD Model And The Soon to be released M5 facelift

[@wilmotown]

I would have the station wagon, because it's such a weirdo. This is my favorite car ever.

[@acruzp]

what kind of a reviw is this? We got it the first 10 times you said it, it's tail happy, ok, what about the creature comforts? How is it as a daily driver?

[@GodlessMartyr666]

very clever

[@666demonknight666]

I'm still getting use to the new E63 front end styling...I think I'd still prefer to the older look.

[@VanishPenguin]

I think it's his voice and the fact that he hits high pitch a lot

[@nimsahug]

There is an Estate version out

[@randomvidz14]

I miss the old E63 (2011 - 2012) those were the nicest looking ones within the series ):

[@duanegarbett7100]

i want one badly

[@samperry6707]

Yeah, I agree, 3.5 seems achievable in ideal conditions.

[@zaino8182]

the m5 0-60 is around the same but its slower to the e63 model s but they both have the same quarter mile since the e63 is awd and for 2014 bmw added 15 more bhp to the competition package for a total of 575 bhp to better rival the model s, anyways both fantastic cars.

[@Erich2142]

It is in Europe, not sure what they will do for NA market.

[@LitleDevilsSince1960]

when its classed as a total revamp, yes there is. Look at companies like range rover, audi, jaguar, especially BMW, and see the monumental changes they are making to their cars (for the better)

[@brandonfriesen5389]

am i the only one who loves how it looks?