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Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 vs Volkswagen Golf

The Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 is a high-performance boxy off-roader. The Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side

Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63Volkswagen Golf
0-60mph4.4 seconds9.9 seconds (1.5 TSI), 7.2 seconds (eHybrid)
EngineV8 twin-turbo M177-
Power577hp (430kW)-
Torque850Nm-
Engines-1.5 TSI 115bhp to 1.5 TSI 204bhp plug-in hybrid eHybrid
Seats-5
Boot volume-273-381 litres (seats up), 1,270 litres (seats down)
Length-4,284mm

Sources: Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63, Volkswagen Golf. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the AMG G 63 if...

The performance flagship of the G-Class, hired for its unmistakable boxy silhouette and supercar-rivalling acceleration. It is chosen where a large SUV presence and status matter more than everyday practicality.

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Buy or hire the Golf if...

A well-known compact hatchback bought and hired as an everyday, easy-to-drive family car. The range of petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines lets a hire fleet offer a cheap-to-run option without stepping down to a smaller car.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 and the Volkswagen Golf?

The Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 is a high-performance boxy off-roader; the Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.

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