2023 Mercedes-AMG G63 4X4 Squared

This ruggedly capable G-Wagen is sure to turn heads with its tremendous ride-height thanks to portal axles.

[@haulinclasstv]

My company has the privilege of hauling Jay's cars and everyone agrees there's not a nicer customer to work with. Good to see he's feeling better and back to sharing himself with the world. One of the finest car collections there is.

[@officialdadbrand]

Can I do a ride along? LOL

[@flummi6966]

WTF is your problem,get em scrachers and down ones.F** ***

[@williambarry8015]

You must do a good job cuz he wouldn't trust his babies with just anybody.👍👍

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

For what they want for those things they better give the engine's assemblers name on it! Better off with a Jeep Wrangler.

[@haulinclasstv]

@@officialdadbrand Actually yes, soon, once I get content up on my channel lol.

[@bwhobackk]

Dimitri's entrance into the shot and his vocal intonation was pure Christoph Waltz for a second there, haha.

[@napalmholocaust9093]

Its repulsive.

[@Pirustae]

I can't stand this greek's voice.

[@tomtomek2642]

o yes Austrian Car Austrian actor :.-))))😀

[@rsvsbg1608]

Typical CEE-GER English, yes. I know board directors of international banks, who cannot speak 1 proper word in English language

[@dimitrisnaoum2717]

Hes Greek

[@garylampkin4288]

I never get tired if Jay's glee when he punches the throttle, and the horses kick in. Ty Jay for sharing your passion with us... 👍

[@napalmholocaust9093]

It gets a mile to the gallon when he does that. It's taking years off your children's lives. Keep cheering.

[@HelloWorld-ns7gt]

@@napalmholocaust9093 Fantastic comment. Do you know why?

[@garylampkin4288]

@@napalmholocaust9093 What about all the private jets that were flown into Davos this week by the WEF members and speakers. Got an estimate on how many polar bears will die when all the ice caps melt?😳🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@rhamson]

So glad to see you back doing these car reviews my friend. I always look forward to see your latest one every week.

[@NashPotatoesOutdoorShow]

I agree...probably my favorite KZbin channel!

[@robcreel4257]

His laughter after accelerating kinda says it all, on how much Jay likes it. Most of these bought in the US most likely will never see so much as a dirt road let alone a off road trail.

[@kevindimauro9689]

The scary part is that CA, USA is the world’s largest market for these “exclusive” poo boxes.

[@robertosalazar9676]

@@kevindimauro9689 he wouldn't even give a production number lol

[@marcusbailey2632]

Link?

[@sdry]

I would not take 350k car offroading.

[@drsrsv8884]

​@@kevindimauro9689Ewww peasant envy😂

[@boediddly3675]

Jay looking better than ever! The train shot was very cool.

[@Spawny500]

Jay, u are one tough dude. Fires, car accidents, rollovers, nothing stops u from doing what u love. Keep the videos coming!

[@scottimusgarrett15]

What?! The most conspicuous consumption vehicle MB makes is popular in SoCal?! I'm shocked!😂 Thanks for another great episode, Jay and crew!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@donjuan150]

Too funny!!

[@mariozamprogno1654]

I love your sarcasm, brother, well said

[@rob379lqz]

Darn-you Canadians!

[@garylampkin4288]

The Germans knocked it out of the park with this incredible vehicle 😳👍

[@cafferacer]

Plastic Surgery Divorce Wagen 4x4times 2 ex rich guys squared

[@chadmorgan7976]

Thanks Jay. I always love your enthusiasm and passion, and you share your thoughts on a "common" level. Kudos to your success, thank you for the many years of entertainment and I personally very much appreciate your sharing these wonderful, sometime historical, sometimes modern, and very much "rare" "to us" technical wonders. Cheers, man.

[@donjuan150]

I rarely see Jay laugh and smile so much than with this AMG...that says a lot!!

[@michaelpapaioannou8921]

Thank you Jay, glad to see you strong and happy❤ / Congratulations Dimitri! Μπράβο 👏🇬🇷

[@steelframe]

That train horn should be an option. Perfect!

[@bassfan71]

Love that Jay is back at it. I look forward to your uploads!

[@MintMonte87ACSS312]

Looking great Jay. Glad to see you back. I don’t often pray or ask for help often but when you got burnt I was truly worried for you and asked the big guy upstairs to protect and help you get better and it looks like my prayers have been answered. Truly happy to see you back doing your thing 🙏🙏🙏

[@erinsutherland1195]

Mercedes AMG is one of my favorite

[@ronlynch7744]

The Tank with Class. Good one Jay, 😎👍😎

[@evalonious]

13:56 That engine sounds like it's from a tractor pull event. Big and beastly!

[@garylampkin4288]

My thoughts exactly...you took the words right out of my mouth. Beastly...and Beautiful!

[@samivellamo3995]

Not so longago AMG made V12s too. 6 liter engines with twin turbos. Used in G and S class.

[@bigredc222]

I'm surprised they didn't talk more about the engine, the turbos are inside the engine, that's why you can't hear them, and why there's no lag. It's also a dry sump. And we can all own one for just $350,000.

[@samivellamo3995]

..and actually they still make them as customer engines. One example is Pagani. Zonda, Huracan and Huyara have V12s from AMG The 4 liter V8 twin turbo engine is in newer Aston Martin cars.

[@samivellamo3995]

AMG is actually still making customer V12s. At least Pagani is using them in Zonda and Huyara.

[@thomashorch3576]

I'm glad that Mr Leno atleast mentioned some of the engineering highlights like the portal axels.

[@adamhoryl1024]

Glad to have you back Jay. Thanks for another great video.

[@johnschlaefflin2100]

Jay was cackling like little kid who heard a fart in church.

[@stephenabril7084]

Love that laugh when you keep doing the kick down. Lol

[@waimeagrl5142]

I LOVE IT!!! Good to see Jay too.

[@whitebuffalo4904]

this thing is incredible, wow. i love the colour- recall seeing similar one on some of the 80's g-wagon's. they had some great funky colours.

[@5L_Eater]

What a beautiful automobile. The Germans sure do know how to show out!!!

[@braxtonnelson7422]

It's great to see the look on Jay's face when he hits the gas! He goes from "it's a great vehicle, but it's not my cup of tea" to "yeah, I wouldn't mind having one of these". Like he said-- it's all about putting a smile on your face.

[@maniackyjr]

Jay thank you for coming back. Hope your recovery goes smooth & see you on Sunland Blvd

[@JohnBrown-ff6ez]

*GREAT TO SEE JAY SMILE!. BEAUTIFUL HUMAN & STORY TELLER!*

[@MimicoBungalow]

my favourite part of every test drive by Jay: he doesn't give a damn about driving between the lines.

[@MatthewBrigham-1]

I used to drive an armored G Wagon that was built by Mercedes in Stuttgart. What a dream to drive. Not enough leg room for the important people in the back, but I enjoyed it.

[@rashadvsyou]

Haha but you were comfy as hell I bet

[@mikhailman]

@@medved3027 What?

[@tkreitler]

I thought the G-Wagon is built in Austria.

[@Marlow925]

@@tkreitler Not the AMG ones.

[@manunerga]

AFAIK there is no G-Wagon production in Stuttgart except maybe some engines. The armoured ones were build in Graz and some finishing work was done in Aichach. Not sure about the older ones (like pre-2000) built by Krauss-Maffei but I think they don’t have a factory in Stuttgart either.

[@rahulsudhir666]

The new 4x4s supposedly have a transmission/differential issue which requires a recall. Owners have gotten a "Stop use" notice from dealerships. Supposedly will be fixed only towards the end of Feb or early March.

[@ellis3547]

a great guest and as usual I greatly appreciate Jay's elan for automobiles

[@larrygardiner6577]

The one thing that is consistent with Jay's test drives... he just can't ever stay in his lane.

[@johnmc9406]

Jay's smile is contagious

[@user-gc1zn5mn4p]

Jay, I'm an owner-driver of a Mercedes-Benz & also drive at the Mercedes-Benz AMG Driving Academies so I've driven a variety of AMGs yet never "Der Gelaendewagen". It is amazing that M-B could make that vehicle so stable with such a high center of gravity--Der Gelaendewagen is the ultimate onroad offroad vehicle.

[@catsaretasty]

also drive at the Mercedes-Benz AMG Driving Academies 😂 goofball

[@cyrusrahimi-bidmeshki4505]

🔥🔥🔥 good to see you back on another episode Jay Leno. Amazing show

[@PH-md8xp]

Good to see you back in the saddle Jay. That is a superb example of the G wagon.

[@jcollins1305]

Nice to see you back sir. Also liked your q&a with the ceo, where he started, how long he was with the company etc. it’s interesting to hear the back story of a guy like that.

[@melvinburwell8202]

Love this vehicle. Especially with the big lift. The train said hello. I didn't know they were that heavy. Wow. Jay really got a kick out of it. Sadly out of the average guys price range. Saw one on Doug Demuro's channel. Very cool.😎😆😁🔥🔥♥😍😘

[@stirlingfromla]

Starting at $250,000 PLUS ADM.....

[@garylampkin4288]

When I saw the train my first thought was Jay stepping into it and whipping in front of the train at the next crossing. Also, with a train/GW unexpected meeting you may actually have a chance at survival in this beast.

[@MegaRetr]

So glad to see you back doing these car reviews my friend.

[@momnc4721]

Thank you, Mr. Leno for another great history lesson, I live in California and I see these a lot, you will never see one of these off the road🙏🏽

[@drsrsv8884]

And???

[@redtestarossa]

My 4x4 squared is my favorite car to drive at the moment. Like Jay said, it really does grow on you. I’ve always had G wagens around and have taken them off road on some really rocky and steep trails. On a 45 plus degree angle I did get the oil warning light and was a bit concerned. Maybe that’s something they fixed in this newest model. They’re definitely powerful but can’t seem to outrun the gas station!

[@garylampkin4288]

Like my friend that has always driven Jags, he says if you can afford to drive a $150k car, gas costs are not really part of the equation.

[@carsgolfcigars]

this is definitely not for the gas station concern minded people. but dam its cool

[@jamari777]

You have my dream car lol congrats man

[@raymondsoutherland86]

I haven't seen a review where Jay smiled and laughed that much....that being 2 times.

[@auclutch]

Dimitris is an excellent spokesman for the company~ loved the presentation

[@cleggdog]

He keeps calling it the 4x4x2! He doesn't know the car

[@RDEnduro]

That carbon fiber piece over the windshield is awesome and the blue color is beautiful

[@carls.8408]

Love how he cackles when he hits the gas.

[@howardmckenna]

G-Wagon... Originally designed, developed and built by Steyer-Puch in Austria. The same company that gave us the original Fiat Panda 4X4.

[@bjoernaltmann]

The Panda came later though. That Steyr Puch developed the tech for the Fiat Panda rather elevates the Panda

[@howardmckenna]

@@bjoernaltmann... The Panda 4X4 was an awesome little car. Very capable off road, only limited by it's 50hp.

[@noth606]

@@howardmckenna Oddly enough even the base Panda is quite capable off road, funny for what is essentially a shopping cart with a tiny engine. It was built to be an ultra cheap car, later morphed into different things.

[@1zulujoe]

Hey Jay, your way to intewiev is heartwarming - your show is in a leauge of its own, perhaps the last great american tv/online show 😎

[@damsam4369]

Mr Leno again I say that you are a national treasure. Im truly sorry about your troubles

[@ticnatz]

I'm from the States, but live in Germany. I see these all the time. They are very popular over here.

[@stehgrad]

4x4 squared in Germany? Are you sure?

[@Suddhodana]

@@stehgrad the squareds are really rare in Germany. I have only seen a handful in Berlin. But the normal ones you will see everywhere

[@MrSapper21]

I would love to have heard more about the portal axles

[@kresimirmilisa5560]

this suv is a classic true off road vehicle and for paved roads nice review of g 63 model jay.

[@choosetobefree]

'Like driving on the second storey'.. haha love that honest remark Jay! takes a little more to tame than a sports coupe, don't it.. Judging by all the laughter it definitely is a joyous vehicle =D

[@dev_taco]

Bought my first benz last year, What Jay said about the cup holders made so much sense cause these cars are built so logically lol If it don't make sense from a engineering stand point probably not going to make it onto the car.

[@CanyonsCarver]

Isn't funny, every single thing in those cars makes sense from an engineering point of view. I owned 15 and currently we have 6, I took apart a R129 1994 SL500 apart just for fun and my mind was blown on how advanced or over engineered those cars are

[@johnyoung5854]

@@CanyonsCarver That was the last of those--at least in my experience. I bought an R230 and plastic underlies everything and at this age is deteriorating rapidly. And the top, OMG, I owned it for four years and I can count on two hands the number of times it worked properly after many efforts with proper service agents. The R230 at least was great when new, but supporting it long term... I will say that I LOVED driving it. Big, comfortable go cart with a big engine.

[@stephenabril7084]

Still having trouble staying between the lines huh Jay? Lol

[@robertmarr8991]

WOW,what a machine.Love the colour.

[@CountryAndClassics]

Jay, I have been wondering if You ever herd of Matt Wensel of Matt's Off Road Recovery on His 1961 Corvair that He Made into a 4x4 Recovery Vehicle as Well as redoing a Susuki LJ20 called "The Golden Nugget." I've herd You talk often about on how You enjoy projects that People create. This episode was very Interesting as never thought Mercedes would ever come out with a 4x4.

[@rickbullock4331]

I would like to see this at an off-road event to see what it can do,I’m sure it’s impressive. I don’t think the camera audio really picks up the true exhaust note from that engine. I’ll bet AMG engineer Ernesto will be pretty excited to know that Jay Leno gave him a nod for his build quality. I love seeing these vehicles but they’re way out of my league money wise. Jay could afford one if he wanted.

[@TheillProductions]

Whistlingdiesel tests one 😊

[@rickbullock4331]

@@TheillProductions , I took a look at their channel. Funny but they really pounded the crap out of the car with no mechanical issues. I doubt that even 5% of the buyers of an AMG G wagon would even come close to doing what these guys were do. I was cringing but I’m in my later 70’s and barely had the money to afford muscle cars of the 60’s and 70’s . Mercedes is way out of my league.

[@ImadHadjersi]

Mercedes actually started making again the old G-Class from the 80's in its factory in Algeria, mainly for military and police use. However, you can also get a civilian version. So there you go, if you want a brand-new heavy-duty G-Class with no added luxury, contact Algiers.

[@jironmeister]

There's gray market imports and militar y +25 years old rule now in sale in US,

[@runeveryday1069]

My friend here in the states is from Algeria. Very smart very nice. Hadn't realized Mercedes was assembling there.

[@manunerga]

They actually build the G300CDI in Algeria- body similar to 1980s but modern tech (introduced in 2010, facelifted in 2016) similar to the last version of W463 (OM642 engine, fulltime 4x4 with VG150E t-case). But AFAIK they don’t sell them for export. At least I contacted them in November and I’am waiting for a pricelist ever since…

[@runeveryday1069]

Do they have airbags, ABS brakes ?

[@manunerga]

@@runeveryday1069 I think driver and passenger airbag, ABS, ESP but no DPF so only Euro 3 emissions (can be upgraded to Euro 5 quite easily but everything higher including Euro 5 plus is a problem).

[@lantlavoer6653]

The first G wagon I seen was at fort huachuca Arizona. It was in the museum. Army green of course. I had never seen anything that beautiful. A box jeep shaped Mercedes. I was fascinated. That was spring 1994.

[@greekmaster1001]

That train was a great shot

[@dannyiniguez3399]

I need a bulletproof one! I live in Mexico! 🙌😂

[@nobody8116]

🤣

[@r0ckworthy]

When the video first started I thought to myself, "Ha ha, he managed to find a car that is denim-colored like him." And then a few minutes later Leno goes, "It's denim-colored, like me!"

[@mikefrazier3826]

Glad to see you back Jay.

[@JohnInSale]

I love how power even corrupts Jay into loving this G-Wagen I Hope Mercedes America let’s him buy this very car, even if it’s only to match his wardrobe Love the channel and the guy !!!

[@panaceiasuberes6464]

The respect Mercedes has for Jay: their US Director drops by on his way to the airport even if just just give Jay an "Hello" and a quick chat.

[@helimx]

Jay can't stay in his own lane. Ever.

[@leewalker3514]

Jay I’m so glad you are OK please keep it coming

[@BrabusTiko323]

Glad to see you recovered Mr Leno

[@666t]

But will it do a burnout? It's been a while since you've done one, I suppose we all have to grow up a bit

[@user-up1wy3sy8k]

The build quality of the current generation G is outstanding. Way over engineered. Arguably the most durable MB currently has in their lineup.

[@lucae6817]

Thats why they had to call back most of them because the axles are breaking…

[@car-u-fix-it8070]

My dream car….love at first sight….I was a valet at Mercedes Benz Newport Beach at 19 years old…fell in love how the doors close and drove….if I ever…I will get me an old one

[@aprekuelorm4209]

Great to see the car of my dreams; Mercedes Benz G wagen on Jay Leno's garage. I've got 2 earlier w460 models and those are tanks in every sense of the word.

[@privateer0561]

I love how Jay Rambles on about the importance of the 6.3 L motor and then asks Gunther if the engine in this one isn't actually closer to 6.2 L, at which point Gunther says it's 4 liters. Jay goes on to miss many important points, strongly indicating that he hasn't done any homework on this vehicle at all. And that's fine. Makes for good videos. Did he mention price? $250,000 to start.

[@nobody8116]

I think you missed the point.. the 6.3 engines are actually its closer to 6.2 than 6.3.

[@Ganiscol]

The point is, there was no Gunther in the room anyway. 😅

[@carlosoruna7174]

250k. Damm I'll stick with my Santana. Lol

[@papa_pt]

@@nobody8116 THESE engines like in the video are 4l twin turbos. Yes the decade old AMG 6.3 was actually much closer to a 6.2l. You know they haven't made those in a long time?

[@Fluterra]

I’ve owned both engines and currently own the G with the 4L - the 4L is better than the 6.2

[@SteveShamberger]

"I'm sure you'll enjoy it, especially how other people look at you." - Not quite, Jay would drive this if he wanted to lay low.

[@fuddrucker74]

Thank you, Mr. Leno.

[@s-b6218]

The colour is stunning 😍

[@Fluterra]

The 4X4 Squared makes ZERO sense. You’ll never be able to park it in any garage, but I am glad they make it!

[@adudley3]

Love your videos, watch them every Monday, and before that every Sunday, that's how I can say, I missed the Bronco. Loved the G wagon, don't get me wrong, but your new car videos always seem more like a commercial, While your restoration videos take you in elbow deep. I was real worried when you got hurt glad to see you doing better.

[@flyingv8293]

The train going by was cool, Jay laughing when he punches It is hilarious.

[@garylampkin4288]

@@flyingv8293 It looked like the train engineer stepped on the accelerater when Jay was along side him. 🤨 That's the type of car that brings out the horsepower loving teenager in all of us.

[@tubie666666]

Welcome Back Jay, glad you are ok

[@papasmodelcarroom8450]

Awesome video, best part was him laughing every time he hit the gas

[@Ganiscol]

Funny how long a way the G-Wagon came from the much smaller original military vehicle - before long, you'll be able to fit two originals in the most recent model. They already almost tripled in weight! 😅

[@stehgrad]

The Puch/Mercedes G from the 70s that I drove at the Austrian military already had a weight auf about 4800 pounds.

[@GeneraLigma]

Its kind of disappointing for both Jay and the head of Mercedes USA to not know the car they're reviewing here...For Jay: its a 4.0L TT V8 which is used in every iteration of 63 AMG cars for about 8 years now. For the head of Mercedes USA: This car has 577hp not 567....

[@PaulTC777]

577hp in Europe is 567hp in US

[@Mike-dy8sj]

I'm sure he's reading this and thanking you for the information.

[@GeneraLigma]

@@PaulTC777 No it isnt...This engine makes 585HP in Euro measurement and 577HP in US measurement.

[@SuperSenis]

Side exhaust is a nice touch.

[@kayoss662]

I have to say that my favorite feature on that has to be the flush mount windshield.

[@dennisgreene5055]

Jay and lane lines Jay and turn signals Jay and denim Always the same

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

577 HP moving 3 tons. Yeah, it will get great gas mileage.

[@hajijahmuiler]

So what is your point, Ukraine virtue signaller?

[@Slonge92]

Happy New Year Jay!

[@CanyonsCarver]

This is one amazing machine.

[@balsershare]

Sorry I'm not impressed at all! Those chrome exhaust pipes on the side are absolutely ridiculous. These "Monster G-Wagons" are also very popular with Russian oligarchs and sheikhs.

[@JarkyNet]

ジェイのビデオ ひさびさに最後まで見てもうた。 おもろかったわ!Thankyou!

[@paulm6481]

Great looking SUV. Well done Mercedes Benz.

[@NetoG333]

Gracias Ernesto, tocayo!

[@carsgolfcigars]

great episode. fantastic to see jay back doing what he loves to do and with such a great monster SUV. i will have to review one myself for my channel. excellent work jay.

[@veganwally]

That spare tire obscures your vision. Love these videos.

[@jclar3565]

I took mine off. If you say that you can't haul an airstream Basecamp

[@stephenhenion8304]

Doesn't it have a rear view camera? I thought the same thing..

[@jordanshreds747]

What a nice guest, a really personable CEO. I will say the color is perfect for jay

[@akotoappiahwilliam]

You've wet my appetite for G Wagon, I will own one this year. Good show 👏 👍

[@user-ge8er5td1p]

سيارة ممتازة . دائما مرسيدس متقدمة تحية لقناتك . تحية لامريكا

[@brutus8123]

That thing is a beast!

[@exoticloofah]

Love seeing Jay and love knowing his jean game hasn’t missed a beat

[@richb313]

Thanks Jay