Why the new S63 is the ultimate AMG!

At last, the new Mercedes-AMG S63 has landed… now with a hybrid twist!
Not just an S63, this is now the S63 E-Peformance. It’s the latter bit that hints towards the power of this German luxury machine.
A familiar 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine sits under the bonnet, however it's now also paired up with an electric motor at the rear axle. It’s a similar setup to the latest AMG GT 4-Door, however here the two combine to produce 802hp and 1,430Nm of torque! The result? A claimed 0-60mph time of 3.3 seconds, and an impressive 180mph top speed.
As a result of all the batteries and the motor though, weight is up too - with the new S63 tipping the scales at a whopping 2,520kg. Gulp.
There are a few subtle AMG tweaks to the S63. Along with a new grille, it gets AMG-specific wheels and an intimidating quad-exit exhaust pipe that’s a dead giveaway to the performance hiding underneath the skin.
Inside, it’s as luxurious as any S-Class should be - albeit with an AMG steering wheel and some new displays to add that performance touch.
The price is big though, starting at £186,015. A heavy price to pay, or a worthwhile premium? Stick with Mat to find out!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:17 Design
01:38 Interior
02:26 Boot
03:00 5 Annoying Things
04:38 5 Good Things
06:28 Engine
06:55 Brakes
07:07 Driving
11:30 Back Seats
15:58 Verdict
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[@carwow]

Mercedes or BMW... Which makes the best luxury limos?

[@Johnathan002]

Great content matt

[@Johnathan002]

I'm watching this before my school bus comes

[@Rolex0360]

Ofc mercedes

[@HOHO-ml5pv]

Mercedes by far!

[@ritvizkgarg2822]

Mercedes

[@zno3177]

I know Mat is not pregnant but he never fails to deliver

[@oversteer_9339]

😆 Good one

[@Kronos0999]

men always carry around like 2-10 million babies

[@keithnicholson1852]

That was good

[@spencedog]

He might be don’t assume his gender

[@spencedog]

@@Kronos0999it’s actually 2-90 million.

[@maksymilianwisniewski6276]

Thanks Matt I considered getting this S class but I really didn't like that boot capacity is so small so I settled for a 26 year old Bmw

[@purwantiallan5089]

S63 deserved to be top 100 for best Luxury Sedan cars.

[@selfproclaimednobody4614]

Yeah, you definitely settled😅

[@KootBear]

what BMW did you get? 750?

[@bobtheminion3749]

Because even bmws are shit now

[@maksymilianwisniewski6276]

@@KootBear 725tds

[@Glixcorz]

I completely agree and with careful consideration, I decided to go with a 2005 Mercury Sable LS. It was a close decision though

[@car-spot-one8271]

Also think that in the AMG version of the s class you also sit a bit more in the front behind the wheel than in the back. Fortunately, there is still a v8 in it, although in the past that could be a v12.

[@zyy5511]

The 720s’ owners passes the vibe check ✅

[@purwantiallan5089]

So did Bugatti EB110 owners.

[@moogle68]

@@purwantiallan5089 when did the EB110 appear in this video?

[@lodovico95]

Onlyfanser for sure haha

[@Pit-jt3lw]

@@lodovico95don’t think so, sugar daddy is right behind her😂

[@PARADISE_ISLAND7]

​@@Pit-jt3lwyeah spreading legs bending over getting spanked and surrendering those cheeks give women everything in life while we men just suffer through grind and hustle 💯

[@carlosocatavious3363]

I remember when the 500hp bi turbos had come out in the early 2000's, now 800hp without Brabus or Renttech is insane.

[@dolguldur4706]

Thank you electric motor 🤘🏻

[@adambarrett5696]

A map on a non hybrid would give u same power. No thank you hybrid

[@CincySupercar]

Well now they are 1200 more pounds than those old AMG cars which were always the heaviest to begin with. It’s all a wash.

[@myringains]

I think 500 horses on 2.5 bloody tons would make such car just moderately speedy, nowhere near impressively fast

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@dolguldur4706electric motor had some words for us.

[@basmans1990]

Everytime Matt is flooring it, he seems to get younger! what a technology these days.

[@sypharorigin]

It's absolutely stunning, but I still dislike the center console compared to the older Mercs. I'm spoiled when it comes down to performance so in that aspect my daily is a tad faster, but what I absolutely adore about both Mercedes AMG and BMW M -cars is that fantastic feeling of driving something as large as this that's performing like that. That is what gets me reeled in on cars like this (personal all time favorite 2017 BMW M760Li); driving a sort of luxuary mega ship that pulls like a super car. 😊

[@Bob-nu2qo]

305 liters of trunk space and 2500 kg weight, this car isn't driving spectacularly. This plug-in hybrid generation of Mercedes performance cars is just wrong. The concept itself is shit.

[@michalsvihla1403]

I agree that the interior styling took a big downgrade. It just looks like any Hyundai now. Though that also means kudos to brands with smaller budgets that are able to make interiors similar to Mercs. It just feels like Merc didn't really try hard enough to set itself apart.

[@wtfdinges]

That wood trim on the dash looks bloody amazing! Probably one of the nicest dash designs I've seen.

[@RollsRoyceCEO]

i loved wood trims more than gloss black trims

[@MaxK934]

I’d say the best dash design

[@shariqsuleman9406]

Looks horrible in person, it’s not actually a wood finish, it’s vinyl.

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@RollsRoyceCEOyep. The black trims looked quite hideous.

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@shariqsuleman9406agree.

[@anthonyosorio212]

"So, you can silently park in your driveway after being with your mistress, so your wife won't know" lmao...this channel never ceases to make me laugh with its subtle humor.

[@kais295]

For real 😂😂😂

[@antonoat]

That interior is of another level, loving the pale wood, it’s gorgeous! 👏👍😀

[@WRXMAN-ms2mm]

A lot of really cool technology in this car no question. An engineering and manufacturing masterpiece. That will cost a kings ransom to fix when it starts to fail out of warranty period. Probably not for the first owner as few people hold onto cars for very long nowadays, beyond warranty.

[@kennixox262]

I see a fair number of formerly high end Mercedes Benz at Costco and other places and it is quite obvious the the owners may not know how much it will cost to maintain the vehicles when problems arise. I purchased a then new E55 but kept it way too long. Had the idea that "Mercedes lasts forever" but did not realize that once out of warranty it became a major mechanical POS. IT was always in the shop and the Mercedes dealer here in Las Vegas was rather incompetent about how to repair an AMG.

[@LilRick96]

The W222 was absolutely perfection, especially the S65 AMG. But at least the W223 S63 carry over it's wheels like on this model 😍

[@bob_8062]

Yeah. For this price, you buy a 6l v12 final edition s65 with 550L boot space. This electro environment friendly shite is more for the crumpled slipper, soymilk sippers..

[@toto-wolff]

These wheels and chrome details are so classy. V12 would have suited it. But we can only dream:(

[@dwoolwichpoly9086]

S65 AMG was the peak of Mercedes

[@donmwenda7910]

Let's appreciate this V8 while we have it. Crisp lines, chrome is just enough. I have to admit, the design has grown on me

[@Kronos0999]

Because you like hyundais

[@Pawcio2115]

The S65 AMG should have the V12

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@Pawcio2115S65 AMG should have a V6 Turbo.

[@Pawcio2115]

@@purwantiallan5089 are you high?

[@vornamenachname8038]

@@Pawcio2115the S65 always has the V12 tho, right? It’s just that the S65 isn’t built anymore

[@dasshikuru]

I think this spec is spot on! We should see more of these pushed by the manufacturers! All the black on black is meh. I guess this is also more tailored to the American clientele, who actually prefer lighter interior. Also, the boot is way too small. No roadtrips.

[@Rapido20]

Thanks Matt I considered getting this S class but I really didn't like that boot capacity is so small so I settled for an equally gorgeous 2023 Brand New base Corolla

[@nioxity]

How do you go from an S class to a corolla?

[@Arab-nazi]

@@nioxity😂😂😂

[@aksator3814]

I was happy when I heard it is 4.0 V8, for a second I thought it will go on the same path the new C63 amg is going

[@lolheads579r]

it'd be crap if it did

[@MethaTugan]

​@@lolheads579r Imagine a 2,8 ton amg with a 4 cylinder 🫨

[@hectornecromancer5308]

IMO C63's only mistake is just its name. If it's named C36 instead, I can accept it

[@MethaTugan]

@@hectornecromancer5308 Or C45s

[@janeyarnold5483]

At least it’s. It electric

[@TAPS147]

Interesting that Mercedes havent quite cracked the hybrid system yet. They've been in the space for quite some time so would have hoped they'd worked out the kinks by now

[@bruhda.a]

This is officially my favourite car in the world now. Saying this as a bmw fan, bmw 7 series comes nowhere near this. Absolute class and masterpiece this is.

[@gregorygant4242]

Love that brown leather interior, great V 8 engine sound. What a luxurious beast !

[@purwantiallan5089]

The AC CARS 427 S/C also a great car man.

[@xjj-fr6dd]

小有遗憾，这件燕尾服不如18年的优雅和带来的震撼

[@SM-1010]

Looks wise, I would probably get a different color and the factory duck lip spoiler but other than that, it’s nice

[@deepstate2989]

We came to see s63 but ended up watching 2 mclarens. Wow! Mat is the guy 🙌🇰🇪

[@purwantiallan5089]

What about McLaren F1 LMs?

[@longtime239]

Mat really liking the on the move edit to the back seat👍

[@long_view]

Great review, as always! However, the wooden dash trim and central air vents reflect very distractingly in the windscreen. Did MB not think about that?

[@roberto.ogunbanwo6258]

Despite the modern tech in this w223, there is something more stately or muscular about the aesthetics of the w222

[@purwantiallan5089]

Amazing car.

[@peterschutzerd7238]

W222 was the what's the pinnacle

[@jamesbarbato2192]

I usually prefer the styling of the Audi a 8, but I gotta say that is one pretty car inside and out.

[@charlesgale4257]

looks to much like a boring vw

[@xjj-fr6dd]

Audi A8的线条硬朗，比BMW 7和梅赛德斯要好看很多

[@Dryu93]

They should have kept this design for the full electric model, like what BMW did for the 7 series

[@tobias5805]

1:52 they have chosen the right wood. It's the most elegant of all choices (in my opinion, but also from the feedback of those who saw it in real life)

[@mickh2743]

Apart from the glove box for a boot I really like this car, and I think the interior colour is fantastic👌

[@MadhurChadha26]

IWC Ingenieur - well done Mat, much better than the smartwatch days!

[@latuch91ify]

I saw the watch and I instantly went into the comments section to see if someone mentions it :D

[@MadhurChadha26]

@@latuch91ify cheers to the eye for detail!

[@briannumme9337]

Now if he can stop dressing like a 8yo camp kid that would be great!

[@yohanncedric8782]

Matt and the white SUV passing each other back and forth was funny 😂

[@jonreedy467]

Much of his gripes about the comfort mode on the highway are solved with a good intelligent mode setup. In that case setup intelligent to prescribe S+ on the drive train and comfort on the suspension.

[@herschel7643]

It just looks like an e class up front. The bumper and grill are what made the s class unique and cook

[@ghaithmassoud5292]

I like how matt is blurring his speed on the highway😂😂

[@purwantiallan5089]

Matt Watson nailed jokes right it seems.

[@HOHO-ml5pv]

Honestly this new model isn't to bad, I really love the rims.

[@Maximil1ion]

Idk, it does look amazing but besides the leather seats and the steering wheel it does look a bit plastic-y and cheap inside with the screens. And $236k plus a weight of 2.5t is a joke

[@memorimusic420]

Yeah but those rims were also available on ealier models so id still take those over this any day

[@MaxK934]

@@Maximil1ionare you high or something, Mercedes have the best designed steering wheels and even if it’s heavy it’s because of the fantastic tech inside the car the seats also look amazing

[@v12-s65]

isn't too bad? It's amazing pal

[@v12-s65]

@@memorimusic420 duh you don't know what earlier models... only S65 amgs nothing else so go and buy one lmao

[@assbeatergamingxd281]

Performance badges almost dont mean anything nowadays bc every new car has one, so it basicly says that this car is new.

[@vibinm3964]

You are the best automotive journalist i have ever seen in my time 🙌🏻

[@skihu2007]

what a beautiful luxury car! I am usually not so much into Mercers but this one is the climax of their art of fine driving, one must concede 👏

[@davidfujkk8018]

It weighs 2630 kg almost 450 kg more than previous s63 model,why should 1 e motor plus inverter and battery pack weigh 400 kg,lucid air e motor has 670 hp 820 nm that weighs only 31 kg with inverter and transmission it weighs only 72 kg,if mercedes wanted they easily could do the same thing with 100 kg weight gain with more energy dense battery and more efficient electric drive unite .

[@MaxK934]

@@davidfujkk8018ell actually the car is still quite fast and there is lots of tech and the car still feels agile so the weight doesn’t really matter

[@LekkerRandom]

@@davidfujkk8018bc it’s 190 hp and like 700 nm of torque. Of course it’s heavy If it’s made for this kind of car. Tesla’s are almost as heavy as this one

[@davidfujkk8018]

@@LekkerRandom tesla model s plaid with 19 inch wheels weighs only 2167 kg,

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@davidfujkk8018it also weighed even heavier than 1996 Aston Martin DB7 VOLANTE.

[@aaryeshg.6526]

The lazy throttle and transmission response is typical in Comfort mode for non-hybrid Merc models too. Yes you can use Sport mode and it gives a throttle pedal that is actually responsive but the problem then is that the transmission uses the entire rev range of the engine before shifting gears..... There should be a drive mode between Comfort and Sport tbh.

[@adampavella1225]

you can always upshift manually

[@aaryeshg.6526]

@adampavella1225 yup that is true, I often do use that manual mode with the drive mode in Comfort. Ofcourse the delayed transmission response is still there, but compared to fully automatic, it's much better for highway overtakes.

[@kevinv5203]

This car has Sport+ unlike previous-gen S560s so it does actually have the mode between Comfort and Sport, it's just called Sport now and the old Sport is now Sport+

[@TeoZMuff313]

People, want comfort without the engine always turning off. That’s what he’s on about

[@kalle5548]

​@@TeoZMuff313I'd have to disagree, I'd imagine just idling that v8 consumes quite a bit of fuel, so having it of when not needed, why not, and I don't see when that 800hp would be needed instantly in normal traffic

[@Captain_Coleslaw]

I love that matt iscomplaining about not being sporty in its comfort mode... Thats litterally the point...

[@Ashley_MG]

What a thing of beauty. Great video. I don't think there's a better car journalist than Matt Watson rn on KZbin

[@purwantiallan5089]

Yep. The S63 AMG in my opinion gonna cost $170.000.

[@Advancingbeing]

You can tell he’s passionate & enjoys what he’s doing

[@abdouliedambelly6072]

Matwatson videos are always lovely to watch ❤. More ❤from Africa Gambia

[@nanditareekara658]

We need a drag race of this beastly merc 🔥

[@Pashya1]

Its tbe colour gor me. I have watched this about 9 times. I keep coming back to it.

[@rare6499]

It’s lovely, but an S Class without the bonnet star makes me somewhat sad. Wheels are gorgeous.

[@daweigo6851]

Agree needs the star on the bonnet

[@canadiangoose4078]

Yeah honestly I love the look of the normal s class this looks a bit bloated

[@rare6499]

@@canadiangoose4078 that grille doesn’t do it any favours

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@canadiangoose4078the car is 8.2/10.

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@rare6499yep. Looked like the grille from Hummer H1.

[@somerandomfella]

Quite a nice exterior & interior design. Only disappointment is the hybrid lag.

[@manuu7972]

Amazing beast ..he just delivered it..Gracias❤

[@Mattdude411]

Wow Mat was driving within miles of where I live in SoCal on the toll roads! Really cool to see him in my hometown with new cars, wish I got to see him :)

[@glenmason3474]

Mat’s videos are top quality. No one else in the car KZbin industry comes close right now!

[@REDFOXMOTOVLOG]

His got a comedy factor mate, i allways smile when im watching carwow,

[@glenmason3474]

@@REDFOXMOTOVLOG definitely mate a great mix of quality and humour

[@ralphkbauer]

There is a german "carwow" channel, i am german and i prefer watching Mat. Nothing more to say...

[@sharpbhai2018]

Doug Demuro entered the chat

[@getrektposeidon8041]

ThrottleHouse is even funnier in my opinion, but Mat‘s insanely good as well

[@HashemAlrawashdeh06]

I was waiting for this 🔥

[@mark82421]

I love your engagement with the Maclaren's (his/hers) sooooooo you 🙂 great video again !

[@Youcallthesebagels_]

Best looking full size sedan on the market

[@Wheelsboy_Arabic]

Stunning and monstrous limo!!!

[@purwantiallan5089]

Yohane Tsushima loves this S63 AMG too.

[@fernandestube]

Pure class. This is one of the GOAT's!

[@purwantiallan5089]

Along with Holden Commodore and McLaren F1 that is.

[@LamentOfTheFallen]

I feel like every modern and luxury vehicle just feels the same and it doesn't have that excitement that you'd expect from a expensive sedan or basically any car

[@craignelson5101]

Cruising along on battery, plant your foot, engine starts, race to redline. How long does that engine last with lack of lubrication?

[@RogerM88]

Or option 4...buy it after few years at massive discount.

[@jordank195]

Am I going crazy or did Mat not launch it?

[@thatopheko197]

He did not🤧🚮

[@niggzon]

because it's slow as hell

[@blessednyoni5991]

Because he's in the US and you cannot go over the of 55 MPH

[@fwd79]

@@blessednyoni5991 what? Like nowhere at all? 😯

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@blessednyoni5991yes. In crowded US streets its mostly restricted to 30mph.

[@DonisGP]

Gotta say the new S class is amazing and I'm glad that they still have the V8.

[@omarion07]

Love the new IWC ingenieur Matt 😉 It goes well with the Merc 👏

[@crichussey9167]

The quality of this review is a lot better than the RS7 review uploaded yesterday

[@thespeakersreview99]

This luxury class, rs7 is sport, this just like Bentley AND RR

[@crichussey9167]

@@thespeakersreview99 I’m not comparing the cars. I’m comparing the quality of the review itself.

[@shoshKid]

Great review Matt, you are a champ. When are you doing BMW M3 xDrive vs Mercedes C63s E-performance drag race?

[@wtfwtf89]

Love that Mat is doing POV now

[@Charlotte__Single__again]

I'm constantly amazed by your creativity and originality. Your videos are a true delight. Keep up the fantastic work and keep us coming back for more

[@purwantiallan5089]

Agree. Do also a review about Subaru Vivio?

[@MrHungrySimon]

I honestly cant tell if this is a C class, E class or S class from the front.

[@kidodakid8861]

So u see a car that fucking big and go, it has to be a c class?

[@andrewanane9715]

​@@kidodakid8861lmao

[@andrewanane9715]

Can say same about bentley an RR

[@nak1509]

That just means you know nothing about cars because none of the models you mentioned look like each other

[@MrHungrySimon]

@@nak1509 yeah "nothing" like each other...

[@KingdomPL]

7:18 - wow that is a good quality image .

[@elmayimbe5094]

The exhaust sounds great!!!!!

[@zyy5511]

So no one is talking about how humble the Mclaren owners are? 😂

[@Knnnkncht]

Classic asians

[@seanstewart285]

I’ve ditched PHEVs (had a 530e for 5 years) and instead got an i7 for the reasons you’ve shared: the hybrid drive trains taught me to go either full electric or full petrol. Nothing in between.

[@tiinjinjii6684]

Thanks for the review Matt, I was about to buy it but the booth space kinda put me off, I’ve bought a zafira

[@ucheoramalugo4636]

the fact that hes trying to race, makes it my best episode yet

[@Nickfromcali]

I’m so glad they fixed that horrific radar sensor on the grill. That was a deal breaker

[@selfproclaimednobody4614]

Can you afford one?

[@Nickfromcali]

@@selfproclaimednobody4614 no IRS I am broke and have no money pls no tax

[@revheadbastino]

Missing the 0-60 test…I think he forgot to take the specialist timing gear from UK…

[@DieselPower1968]

Stunning Car Matt..wish I had your job..so envious mate..

[@jshim100]

Very helpful. Gonna consider it, but a tough call.

[@isaacphehellomatsaneng7996]

MATT when you push the passenger seat to the front, doesn't it obscure the driver's view to the right and the door mirror?

[@TEXAS2459]

it does....but he is a car reviewer and would be kicked out of the early access review program if he talked about it. No more fancy dinners treats or cruises or flights.

[@LoganSLRLockwood]

It does. The car will keep flashing a warning to the driver to either move the seat back or remove the headrest.

[@umutyusuf2001]

bildiğim kadarıyla aynanın üzerinde kamera var ve orta konsoldan yan ayna kamerasına bakabiliyorsun, bu sayede sorun olmuyor.

[@Under_Construction100]

I've always wondered... but I guess it does.

[@venc01]

If I could choose, I would get the previous pure S63 which has the same engine and save some money.

[@canontburga4204]

Matt, is it possible to adjust the back seat passenger's screen angle? It doesn't look good when the front passenger seat moved all the way front.

[@memorimusic420]

The new S class just isnt an S class anymore. Its a shame to see all car companies go this way

[@AmmyTheCarGuy]

Hey carwow, your reviews are the best…..

[@manishghodke5028]

love the climate while shooting ,the light temp. its cool , car is okay.

[@paddy91317]

I have a 530e and the engine can switch off whenever it wants into electric mode but as soon as I press the accelerator the engine instantly switches back on. Very little delay

[@iandavies1893]

I think the S class as a range has been unrivalled for decades but like most most ranges there is a variant that makes no sense and is either inferior financially or dynamically and this appears to be both.

[@chinpoeykhoo6261]

I wonder where is the must have 0-60 session Mat? I bet that's one of the reason why I'm not buying it after finished the video 😋

[@countvertigo9981]

Hey mat, are you wearing the new iwc Ingenieur?! Looks Great

[@joeykitty2892]

I absolutely love the looks of this car!

[@glenmccarthy8482]

The engine should not shut off at highway speeds but remain idling in comfort mode , for quicker overtaking.

[@exnihilonihilfit6316]

People wanting the car to be sporty in comfort mode... Talk about missing the THE POINT. And a need for instant overtaking on the highway... OK, kid. 😅 How about you just switch to sport mode and play your youngling games and leave Comfort for the adults who just want to travel, not try to demonstrate dick size (play ego games) on the highway?

[@White_wolf_witcher_]

I know mat isn’t tall but he never comes up short

[@KUDANTOURAGE]

To be fair he is above average height though

[@andrelima5124]

Ok this stance is clean af 🔥

[@faeqfarzad1846]

Matt calling her out was such a dad moment hahaha

[@RickMHB]

I’d take this over a i7 or 760i any day of the week

[@hassanger8128]

It is extremely boring and with lower quality compared to the current 7 Series

[@RickMHB]

@@hassanger8128 I just think it looks better

[@ritvizkgarg2822]

The best s class ever❤❤

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

This does look very nice. It lives up to its luxurious credentials.

[@kingofthanorth]

Looks like a 760. That interior looks soo comfortable

[@robbieyoung690]

The normal s class looks better 👌

[@carter3475]

10:29 🤣

[@dospalmascb]

Our Epower Nissan switches the engine off but when you floor it you get virtually instant response. But then again the Engine only produces electricity rather than being connected to aconventional gearbox. Maybe that would be the better option for this?

[@simonmcclure]

All I can think is Alan Partridge and sports casual with Matts socks, trainers and shorts combo!

[@mistercool151]

I won't be surprised if the next gen gets a 4 cylinder

[@sultanniazi2394]

Thank you for pointing out all the reasons to buy the older one. Or an S8 performance soon. Avoid this complicated garbage is the message.

[@lesego2933]

Lol.. The nothing comes close to this car bro

[@TheJvon88]

Nice watch Matt, nice watch!!👏🏻