Mercedes-Benz GL550 vs Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GL 550 4MATIC | GL 63 AMG |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89,950 (best) | $119,450 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 26.4 gal | 26.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 429 hp | 550 hp (best) |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft | 560 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.7 L | 5.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 93.8 cu ft | 93.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 7,500 lbs | 7,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,578 lbs (best) | 5,754 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 202.6 in | 202.6 in |
| Width | 84.3 in | 84.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 72.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mercedes-Benz GL550 | Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GL 550 4MATIC $89,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GL 63 AMG $119,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |