Verdict
A
Sport Sedan · Germany · 2008-2024
Mercedes-AMG E 63
AMG's mid-size sport sedan. NA V8 → twin-turbo V8. Discontinued in US 2024.
Years
2008-2024
Generations
1
Segment
Sport Sedan
Sold here as the W212 (2010-2016, 5.5 biturbo V8, 525-577bhp), W213 (2017-2024, 4.0 biturbo V8, 603bhp), and discontinued from US 2024 ahead of the hybrid I4 W214 generation. The W213 E63 S (603bhp, AWD only) is the cult buy. Wagon variants offered both generations.
Generations
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2017-2024
W213
AMG done right. Wagon variant is cult-bound.
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Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2017-2024 · W213
- M177 valve seal failures (long-term)
- 9-speed transmission shift quality
- Air suspension wear
Rivals
BMW M5 · Audi RS6 · Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing · Porsche Panamera Turbo