AMG G63 RETURNS! My First Drive in the New G Wagon

The new Mercedes-AMG G63 is here, and the question has to be asked - should it join the Shmeemobiles!? The full AMG V8 G Wagon model has been updated, along with the G580 'EQG' with its famous G-Turn arriving, but let's have a first drive in both to see what they are like!
When the previous / pre-facelift G63 arrived half a decade ago, I was blown away by how much it transformed the iconic but not-so-great model into a car that not only boasted serious off-roading capability but also happened to be a new chapter in the story in great style. That event took place in Perpignan, France, where we again return for the next part of the book to be written, this time featuring a mild-hybrid addition to the G63, and the arrival of the EQG project in production form as the G580 with EQ Technology.
After that day back then, I promptly ordered a new G63, a car that I owned for 3 years and had the most incredible time driving and using for many different things. However, it departed the collection and has yet to be replaced, so that begs the question of whether there's an empty spot here waiting to be filled.
To find out, I'm firstly on the road in the G63 that now only offers 585hp and 800Nm from the 4.0l TT V8, but also is supported by a 48V hybrid system for an additional boost of 20hp and 200Nm as we've seen in other Mercedes models. Combine that with new Performance package suspension, updated interior, keyless entry and numerous other elements that the G really needed and you have a solid machine.
The big talking point however is down to the G580; an all electric model with 4 motors offering 587hp and 1,150Nm, along with a 116kWh usable battery and the fastest model of the lot - as we promptly discover on the off-road rally stage before heading for an introduction to the G Steer and G Turn modes - something totally new that is now possible thanks to the latest technology.
It certainly begs the question, whether to add a new G Wagon to the garage, but then if so, which one!?
Thanks for watching, Tim
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to France
02:48 New G Wagon Walkaround
04:54 G63 First Drive
08:54 Intro the Mountains
14:07 Mercedes G in Perpignan
15:36 G Wagon Interior
18:09 G580 EQG Technical Highlights
21:36 G580 EQ First Drive
27:24 Off-road in the New G
30:18 G Turn Demo
33:38 Final Thoughts
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[@stivesyy]

Hi Shmee I'm guys! We need a G back in the collection!

[@Shmee150]

Yes we do!

[@Unc_Talks]

@@Shmee150 Can it please not be blue.. LOL

[@Mo_Faiz7]

Not any G.. A ShmeeG !! ​@@Shmee150

[@themanofshadows]

Or a Raptor R.

[@Jens_Roadster]

Red, tan interior and silver wheels would be nice lol. ​@@Unc_Talks

[@felixboutin4303]

I was waiting for a real in-depth video of this new G wagon and of course, you did not disappoint!

[@Shmee150]

Thank you for watching!

[@porscha901]

With a range rover for her

[@joshflorence1998]

I'm just imagining a wife going to call her husband to dinner, and just finding him using G-Mode in their driveway xD

[@DontReadMyProfilePicture566]

Don't read my name!

[@tanmaysai5961]

The G63 and The Puro is the ultimate SUV pack. Buy one soon Shmee!!

[@Shmee150]

Wait a pair!

[@DontReadMyProfilePicture566]

Don't read my name!

[@garrycroft4215]

Tim I know that you like the Blue but that Yellow one is wicked.

[@Shmee150]

I really agree, it looks great

[@KevinStull]

@@Shmee150that orange one looked pretty sick, too. It has to join the Skittles! Also would love a long-term electric one to see what it’s like to live with!

[@ericpeterson541]

I honestly adore Shmee’s loyalty & relationships with these amazing car brands. Truly a dream! Cheers from Florida.

[@Widewings748]

Fantastic review Shmee, as usual ! What a fantastic time to be living …. great machines, exceptional engineering. ❤

[@HJW018]

It getting the updated MBUX system is what so many people have been waiting for. It really needed that just as a quality of life option.

[@WheelzOH]

the gold wheels on that g63 though!

[@mesterorange8181]

The offroad part was insane though, so freaking quick on the dirt and responsive

[@ronniechristie5599]

Amazing Review Shmee. Thank You Brother 🖖🏼😋

[@jtwig9311]

I immediately loved the driver view. Up high...great visibility...

[@richtaylor2129]

Love the G Wagen. Seen many driven on the roads in Warwick & Leamington. They do look great!! Would be nice to see one in the Shmuseum again.

[@MegaRetr]

Congratulations on the 4k upgrade)

[@SourBogBubble]

love the color on this one

[@richards6367]

Your videos have become very slick Tim, but still with that personal touch, keep it up.

[@petermoran6800]

Congratulations on the 4k upgrade it’s a huge step forward,well done keep up the amazing videos, hope to see you again at Goodwood? I was in a wheelchair and you wa# kind enough to have a photo taken

[@jaypritchett17]

Some reviewers are doing the vanquish, some are doing the g wagon. Tim, does both. You and the team are amazing.

[@R19Robbin]

Always been a fan of the new generations of the G wagon 👌

[@williamrogercummings277]

Cute tricks, I enjoyed it.

[@jimmpi]

I think the g-wagon is the shmeemobile I miss the most. Especially with the upgrades you had. Just loved the sound of that. And when you Took it to the ring with 4 ppl in it

[@cazo5920]

Wait you sold the G63 TWO years ago?! Wow time really flies by.. Great vid as always.

[@spandel100]

Tim,I just noticed.You have upgraded to 4K.Excellent and well done my good man 💯

[@Mufc_Kenny]

Now ppl can stop complain about him not upgrading his camera 😂😂😂

[@Sanuramusyoki]

Shmee is filming in 4K… finally!

[@louisfkoorts5590]

Oh My G❗ I have turned 63❗ About time I get myself 4, 4❌4's.

[@fishhead90]

I wish they had that old Top Gear SLS EV at the launch to compare 🤤. Otherwise it’s a very impressive value proposition for an EV 👍

[@RFS001]

SG6306 Looks Super Cool In The Electric Blue ⚡️ 🤍

[@zachattack7300]

So you answered the question whether it hit the g spot or not Hahahha. Awesome video have a great one 👍

[@user-tn1vc1xz5d]

I approve of all the G logos 😊

[@supercarssupremo1333]

To be honest prefer the one u had that was a monster and it didn’t need the speaker sounds

[@HNDRKSN]

Hoonniiiiiiyyyy!!! My carbon fiber of the from bumper it’s broken, I’m so silly I hit the wall in staaarboocks!

[@HellcatDreaminJosh]

Shmee150 Great Video I think the New AMG G63 and G580 are pretty awesome and I think you should definitely get a New AMG G63 for the Channel

[@waynebates9893]

Tim get a 6 by 6 in the blue 💙 perfect for your garage.

[@123MondayTuesday]

Can't wait to see a G Turn performed in knightsbridge this summer

[@thedude6688]

I love the noise they make when u shut the doors on the G63🎉🎉

[@Marco16642]

22 inch gold wheels are a must !

[@mumbojumbo159]

I really do hope the 4x4 ^2 will be available for you to purchase in the UK. But I’m certain a future G will be coming to the garage

[@melvinmascarenhas3299]

Good video

[@StrikkerEureka]

Amazing! But i think your inside cameras need an update, i think is because is not 60fps, i think you should record 4k 60hz to keep the same as your main camera. No rush..

[@HXRTY9338]

I don’t think I’ve ever heard shmee say “aint”

[@Shmee150]

No you have, multiple times! xD

[@supercarpaul_cs8147]

WHAT THE HELL SHMEE, I've watched your channel from day one and have never missed a episode and I have even made sure I subscribed to all your channels but you have literally just made me pause the video when you said it was 7 years ago when you filmed the African lion trip with the special mercedes g class maybach 7 YEARS, WE'RE HAS THE TIME GONE.. I'm now going to watch that again after this video... love the channel keep up the great work

[@dr01d10n]

Film directors will go nuts with the G steering.

[@MrTheedge81]

The blue in the g is smashing would be great to have one on the channel again unless there’s a 4x4 in the works 🤔

[@akshatudaiwal7508]

Consider the land rover defender too if you want too ❤ that car is also a beast

[@soubido]

I've had my 2023 G63 for almost 6 months now and I'm loving it. Besides the keyless entry I don't think I'm missing out too much. I also much prefer the steering wheel in mine compared to the new ones.

[@olufemimesaiyete1540]

MBUX SYSTEM is the major change your 2023 does not have, however, its still a wicked ride.

[@soubido]

@@olufemimesaiyete1540 Yes but besides having a touchscreen, I much prefer the old system compared to the new MBUX.

[@Moray2023]

The second biggest truck Mercedes has made this year after the W15

[@jamiesimons]

Bronco Raptor would be my pick over a G63😊

[@lukamilic]

Def looks like the old G with that color... It does miss another color instead of the black. Nice coincidental throwback

[@jeanlafrance8746]

I really like the electric G Wagon, very cool car

[@91Muzzle]

Hope you'll get one soon again :)

[@carsbyjd]

That G63 is the exact same spec as i would want mine

[@b_jaylo7142]

I absolutely hate the startup 😭, still the 2017 g63 is the best model that has come out ! The style and the sound of the engine

[@adrianrubi5012]

Are the ground clearances of the EQG vs G63amg the same?

[@chillax498]

Cool

[@bielg99]

Looking forward to your new Cerulean Blue G63 😂

[@room11news]

And launched it in his favourite colour🔥🔥🔥🔥👌🏾

[@JustinMcFly1980]

I think its time for Yellow🎉

[@duffydon1741]

Shmee you need to come down to Eswatini…the G needs to become one of the permanent Shmeemobiles!

[@fit_pharmd4830]

Have to agree with the top comment. We loved your Cerulian G!

[@unathisogoni7161]

Hi Shmee when you going back to South Africa we love you here❤

[@Moray2023]

Shame you can't buy a new Panda 4×4 these days in the UK. Guess I'll have to get the next G-Wagon instead.

[@bobpotts73]

That G turn was interesting

[@123MondayTuesday]

Streets in wealthy areas will have rubber circle marks in the streets and the cops will go crazy!!!

[@CyberSales007]

Wow, you drove past my place. I can tell you, the French don’t react well to foreign plates. I’m looking at a 2 year old Brabus. Need to head to Zug, and London, with a car trailer. Enjoy your video, trust you enjoyed South of France.

[@qurtrn10]

Since you've already had the G63, I think the only way to go is up (literally) to a 4x4 squared, both for excitement and content.

[@mattkenny666123]

Would be cool to see another g wagon but with a twist and make into off roader. Get snorkel and roof tent and winch and go on some trips. Be good tow vehicle. Keep up the great videos 😊 Ps it would look good seen as all other cars live on a farm

[@Mark.AUS.]

Now you are thinking, what I’d like to see too .

[@markusfuerst1909]

so it´s official, you ordered a new G Wagon already. Congrats.

[@DontReadMyProfilePicture566]

Don't read my name!

[@renypayne11]

​@DontReadMyProfilePicture566 You made 6 comments on just this video, give it up

[@bling1634]

It sure is time for a new G63 to be back on the channel

[@gadiellukesevilla998]

Great video Shmee!

[@graemetalbot01]

WOW! A big vehicle that measures it's turning circle in degrees then uses all 360 of them. The louder you scream the faster you go. That is very trick.

Do you saw the reveal of Adamastor Fúria, first portugueses super car?

[@Lennyfromwork]

Cody from Whistle'n'Diesel has done a lot for the value and desirability of the G Wagon

[@DontReadMyProfilePicture566]

Don't read my name!

[@mesterorange8181]

Exactly, always knew it was a TANK, but it surprised me there

[@darylhuxley3825]

Shmee we need a G Wagon back in your collection

[@johnonthedoe4877]

The Prius has come a long way ✌️🗿

[@robertstarczewski]

Hi Shmee!

[@implntd_kid1864]

Iwc remival, smaller grille, and rounded edge… I would rather buy pre facelift one if i had money lol😊

[@GeniusMindsets]

Whistlindiesel should do the durability test with the new G wagon 😈

[@heinbadenhorst357]

Maybe when you get your G63, you should try to make it the highest mileage G63 of the new generation

[@senshibat8920]

only thinking on this as how the nose is different in a diesel to a v-8 handling . then the sound what db band if you had a dog would the whirl of the ev discomfort them.

[@TheRealVGR]

Doesn't seem all that different from the old G63, but thats good, because better parts availability, if you can afford them that is.

[@Shxroyuki]

If he does get this there might be the same struggles as the Taycan in terms of range. Fun and cool looking, but idk if it’ll be any better

[@Shmee150]

Range problems with a 4.0l TT V8? I don't think that's a problem!

[@Shxroyuki]

@@Shmee150sorry. Thought the one in consideration was the electric one. Ooops

[@hummerltheOh]

@@Shmee150 Well, the range of the G63 might actually not be that much higher than the range of the G580 😄 It does "charge" a hell of a lot quicker though 😉

[@AnderZ312]

G wagon rally class when?

[@kuhrapman2564]

Maybe a g wagon colour matched to the gtr black series? 👀

[@2bunphettered788]

Good review Shmee.👍🏾 G-turns could make someone car sick. 🔄🥴🤢🤮

[@shadow_sxe]

Hey Shmee!

[@fgzinic]

Do it. Get the G back!

[@sebastienjager5501]

Is the sound really not as good? Fake through the speakers? Does that apply to American Version as well?

[@966XXXXXXXXX]

2160p 😍😍😍😍😍

[@andrewlynn4263]

With all respect, off-roading in Europe verse off-roading in USA is different. I do miss my 2018 GWagon for sure.

[@perrystone1741]

Get both Tim

[@ojwhittle4960]

500,000 g wagons is wild

[@polytyc]

Still waiting for the off-roading part...

[@Shmee150]

We ran out of time to make the flight to the Vantage event (video went live yesterday)

[@client3052]

Hey shmee!

[@ScottWells121683]

Anyone else notice that the driver side door speaker grill is dented? Wonder how much that will cost to replace?!

[@sputnikalgrim]

In a particular shade of blue, they’re not even trying to hide intent are they

[@julienvbz9361]

Where is the Trackhawk ?

[@youknowwithMartyKauffman]

We need a G 63 durability testing

[@mesterorange8181]

The upgrades wete very well done!!!! New much advanced suspension control plus the eletric small engine to help with acceleration and thus making it keep up with eletrics acceleration

[@ChosenHandle117]

Wagen!!

[@faunastation5147]

The G turn feature is the most gangster feature in a already gangster car

[@Cillaron]

All well and good, the vehicle is an outstanding piece of engineering, but an EV G wagon even with off road capabilities is kind of useless for remote locations. There are many applications where people are out of touch with the electric grid for days at a time. So what we are actually talking about is a suburban errand runner, and not much more…