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

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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[@ZeryusXD]

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

[@mbukukanyau]

That is quick

[@minipandora22]

Almost dangerous! 😂

[@mattmekhaeil]

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

[@RaitisRides]

You nailed it on that statement mstt

[@voltexxx69]

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

[@escalona8764]

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

[@MrJhardencdj]

Hit the next right

[@suzanneflowers2230]

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

[@martinaltmann1658]

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]

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]

@@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]

​@@corylazart2407does it has rear seat entertainnent?

[@omarcortes5754]

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

[@Bobby-ri4dd]

Omar knows sh*t 😅

[@masonbell3891]

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

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Mason

[@ledebuhr1]

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.

[@cliftonblowe3589]

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

[@tigerhoods7927]

Never get tired of hearing the v8 from Mercedes

[@KameronKDH]

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

[@mbukukanyau]

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

[@KameronKDH]

@@mbukukanyau facts

[@MrPickledede]

​@@mbukukanyau Whats wrong with it?

[@mbukukanyau]

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

[@NissanQuestGuy96yt]

Who’s Watching In 2024?

[@5Juss0Blaze4]

Watching right now

[@MauriceBln1]

Were you able to see the video in 2020? 😂

[@hali1392]

r u dumb?????

[@RaitisRides]

Let’s go!

[@levonyoung3749]

We all are haha 😂

[@socko1019]

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

[@oonwing]

Always great!!! 👍

[@Niles-Guy]

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

[@Timalannovotny]

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

[@TristanSimondsen]

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

[@dominickirkwood]

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

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan269]

Amazing review Joe.

[@suzanneflowers2230]

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!

[@gsdbp7893]

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

[@michaelaub10_4]

Same here lol.

[@AlTrey1993]

How much for the one he’s driving?

[@margienicholas699]

@@AlTrey1993- 146k

[@ryankiernicki9992]

Great video Joe !

[@Hp1.1]

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

[@alanklaus7774]

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.

[@user-go7bg2rf4n]

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!

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan68]

Yes of course Joe & this Mercedes is my car.

[@dougpettey7144]

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.

[@clancep]

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.

[@hali1392]

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

[@RaitisRides]

Those are very good points!

[@BenjaminMutuku]

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.

[@user-yc9jz6tf8r]

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.

[@Slimothy]

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

[@DomSr]

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 🤯

[@The_Shape20]

it isnt wtf

[@wafflepiepancake]

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.

[@davidwolf226]

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.

[@davidp2888]

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]

Good news is they have some smaller wheel options

[@janestreetentertainment9552]

I love AMG they are awesome

[@jcastro364]

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

[@tomdrummy4984]

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

[@Furious321]

27:01 - LOL that mirror check

[@willbelasco]

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!

[@outdoorswithlrod3550]

Joe doing on throttle with a cop car ahead 😮

[@deeaikens9843]

Trying to find a video of them side to side

[@GLASSFILM]

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

[@relaxing_white_noises_by_j1980]

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.

[@ruinrl150]

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!

[@GiavannaFrankel]

Would love to hear your opinions on this vs an xb7

[@Daveortiz693]

Hell of an suv, love it!

[@tedunguent156]

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

[@wafflepiepancake]

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

[@noelbgood8845]

Really like this ride

[@dominicanheat2790]

No lane change indicator?

[@mikesowell7969]

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

[@mystictk4149]

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.

[@ralphb8602]

Analogies are on point as usual 😂

[@dukewaldsmith2132]

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

[@erickujawski9702]

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.

[@suzanneflowers2230]

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

[@theKiddAlways]

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

[@andrewoh5472]

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.]

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

[@suzanneflowers2230]

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.

[@sonalmalhotra07]

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.

[@jaggeraceofficial6767]

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]

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

[@primeminister66]

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

[@The_Hi_Life]

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

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are liking this one.

[@ranthony2714]

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]

Both looks amazing but I'm go for the Cadillac

[@user-nk3bk6vk1o]

Nice looking truck

[@weirdshibainu]

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.

[@kervensferdinand669]

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 KZbinr do reviews on these bmws I just mentioned but I’m interested in your reviews because no other KZbin channels does it better than Raiti’s ride.

[@arthurporfirio722]

Dream car

[@kfelix2934]

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

[@alexismerced2981]

New York calzone Xtra pepperoni 😂😂😂

[@MrMoonMath]

Looks like a big mini van 😂

[@howardturner2905]

Want this gls 63

[@dejonbuick6070]

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

[@johndzurenko]

May the horsepower be with you.

[@13tony31]

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

[@samdavidowicz]

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.

[@demonwyldfire]

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

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Only my small dogs would use the side steps.

[@gp8221]

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

[@floridian1087]

Alright guys! On throttle!

[@mikeb3023]

Bad ass

[@thulanimsane8358]

Great matchine

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like it.

[@Irishmanbikes]

My mechanic at the Toyota dealership I take my Camry to said he repairs a lot of Audi's and Mercedes that people turn into for new Toyotas. He said it costs thousands of dollars to maintain Mercedes. Why would you want to buy one?

[@RaitisRides]

Oh I totally believe it

[@mattmekhaeil]

If you’re rich why not? The people that afford them think the maintenance is chump change to them

[@KATMAIGT]

its a different tax bracked car, thats all. Parts and maintanance are according to peoples earnings. :)

[@Irishmanbikes]

@@mattmekhaeil Buy a Lexus!!

[@skyking-a10-brrrt61]

The partnership is over. But, Mercedes has not been the same since the Daimler Chrysler merger.

[@onterrioredmon5711]

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

[@Truth_Seeker_79]

I still like the 2019 body styling of the gls63.

[@RaitisRides]

Nothing wrong with that!

[@SHADOWBLACKs650]

Forst🎉 love your channel.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your dedication

[@lukamilas8648]

This is excellence on steroids! World class SUV

[@aaronwilson5978]

Does Mercedes make you pay subscription of heated seats?

[@supermoop]

The performance on this is insane, but the cost of ownership looks so bad, no matter how much money you make. The X167 GLS63 looked so much better on the outside. I hope MB can return to the boxy designs from the mid-2010s.

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

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

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad to hear that!

[@user-gy7cy2it4p]

Great review Joe! But, you should compare this vehicle with the 2024 BMW X7 M60i, which has the actual S-68 M engine or Alpina. I don't think Mercedes is comparing itself with Cadillac. Mercedes is in competition with BMW. Now, Cadillac is trying to be Mercedes and BMW.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your thoughts on this one.

[@MrVerdes22]

Bro the escalade is not a rival to this thing

[@arelaththewhitewolf230]

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]

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

[@Itsmfzs]

I just bought that bad boy