COMPARISON

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE vs Volkswagen Passat Variant

Full comparison of Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE and Volkswagen Passat Variant: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Mercedes-Benz

180.000 EUR

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Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen

45.425 EUR

Specifications

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCEVolkswagen Passat Variant
Power831 HP150 HP
Torque1400 Nm360 Nm
0-100 km/h2.9 s8.9 s
Top speed315 km/h223 km/h
Price180.000 EUR45.425 EUR
Consumption11.5 L/100km5 L/100km
CO2 (WLTP)265 g/km130 g/km
DrivetrainAWDFWD
Seats45
Trunk382 L690 L
Reliability8/108/10
Battery14.8 kWh
Electric range40 km

Visual summary

Power

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Acceleration (0-100)

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Price ratio

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Volkswagen Passat Variant
⚡ Fastest

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

💪 Most powerful

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

⚡ Most efficient

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Pros and cons

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

  • ✓ Brutal V8 sound
  • ✓ Very premium interior
  • ✓ High performance
  • ✗ Very heavy
  • ✗ High consumption
  • ✗ Elevated price

Volkswagen Passat Variant

  • ✓ 690-liter trunk, best in class
  • ✓ Real diesel consumption of 5.0 L/100km
  • ✓ Range of over 1100 km with full tank
  • ✓ MIB4 technology with 15-inch display
  • ✓ Travel Assist standard on all versions
  • ✓ Typical German build quality
  • ✗ Infotainment can be frustrating due to touch menus
  • ✗ No diesel engine in UK
  • ✗ 1.5 eTSI somewhat noisy at high revs
  • ✗ R-Line with 19-inch wheels worsens comfort
BUYING GUIDE

Which should you buy?

Buy Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE if…

  • → Brutal V8 sound
  • → Very premium interior
  • → High performance

Buy Volkswagen Passat Variant if…

  • → 690-liter trunk, best in class
  • → Real diesel consumption of 5.0 L/100km
  • → Range of over 1100 km with full tank
REAL COSTS IN SPAIN

Real costs in Spain

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCEVolkswagen Passat Variant
Insurance€2700€2000
MOT€1167€283
Maintenance€1200€350
Consumption11.5 L/100km5 L/100km
Fuel/year€3019€1313
Total/year€8867€4553
Reliability8/108/10
DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCEVolkswagen Passat Variant
Length4725 mm4917 mm
Width1985 mm1849 mm
Height1360 mm1497 mm
Wheelbase2630 mm2841 mm
Weight2000 kg1595 kg
Trunk (seats up)382 L690 L
Fuel tank80 L55 L
FOR THE BUYER

What matters most when deciding

Practical summary based on the two chosen models

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Best for

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE: Performance and luxury

Volkswagen Passat Variant: Daily use

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Drivetrain

AWD vs FWD

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Seats

4 vs 5

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Annual fuel savings

Volkswagen Passat Variant saves ~€1706/year in fuel (15,000 km).

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Price difference

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE costs €134.575 more in purchase price.

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Insurance + maintenance

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE: €3900/year · Volkswagen Passat Variant: €2350/year (without fuel).

DETAILED ANALYSIS

Complete analysis

Detailed comparison between Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE and Volkswagen Passat Variant.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Engine typeV8 Twin-Turbo Hybrid
Cylinders8 cylinders
TurboTwin-Turbo
Torque1400 Nm
Weight2000 kg
Chassis materialAluminum & Aluminum
Consumption11.5 L/100km
Range552 km
SuspensionAdaptive air suspension
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionAutomatic 9 speeds
Maintenance cost€1200
Reliability8/10

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Engine type2.0L Inline-4 TDI EVO SCR
Cylinders4 cylinders
TurboTurbo
Torque360 Nm
Weight1595 kg
Chassis materialCast Iron & Aluminum
Consumption5 L/100km
Range948 km
SuspensionMacPherson / Multi-link
DrivetrainFWD
TransmissionDual-Clutch 7 speeds
Maintenance cost€350
Reliability8/10
FEATURES

Equipment and features

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Exterior

  • AMG Panamericana grille
  • Digital Light
  • Quad exhaust
  • 21-inch alloy wheels

Interior

  • MBUX Hyperscreen
  • AMG Performance seats
  • Burmester 3D audio
  • 64-color ambient lighting

Technology

  • MBUX infotainment
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Over-the-air updates

Safety

  • Active Brake Assist
  • Blind Spot Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Distronic Plus
  • PRE-SAFE
  • 360° camera

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Exterior

  • LED Headlights
  • Panoramic Glass Roof
  • 17-inch Alloy Wheels

Interior

  • Digital Cockpit
  • Cloth Seats
  • 3-Zone Climate

Technology

  • VW MIB4 Infotainment
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto

Safety

  • Travel Assist
  • Park Assist Pro
  • Side Assist
CONSUMPTION

Detailed consumption

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCEVolkswagen Passat Variant
City14.5 L/100km5.8 L/100km
Highway9.5 L/100km4.5 L/100km
Combined11.5 L/100km5 L/100km
Calm driving10 L/100km4.3 L/100km
Sport driving18 L/100km6.5 L/100km
City range552 km948 km
Highway range842 km1222 km
DEPRECIATION

Residual value

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCEVolkswagen Passat Variant
After 1 year€144.000 (80%)€37.249 (82%)
After 3 years€122.400 (68%)€30.889 (68%)
After 5 years€97.200 (54%)€22.713 (50%)
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY

Interior technology

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

MBUX Hyperscreen

56-inch screen that blends instrument, central and passenger displays under a curved glass.

AMG Performance seats

Integrated lateral support and electric adjustments with memory, heating and ventilation.

Burmester 3D

15-speaker high-fidelity surround sound system.

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Premium materials

High-grade upholstery, soft-touch surfaces and precise German assembly.

Digital Cockpit Plus

10.9-inch digital display with customizable configuration and integrated navigation.

Ambient lighting

LED strips along the dashboard and doors with several selectable tones.

Head-Up Display

Projection of speed, navigation and assistance on the windshield.

Harman Kardon sound

Premium audio system with 12 speakers and surround sound.

3-zone climate control

Climatronic with independent temperature control for driver, passenger and rear seats.

VW MIB4

15-inch touchscreen with voice control, navigation and full connectivity.

BEST PERFORMANCE

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE — most powerful

delivers 831 HP and estimated total cost €6919/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).

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Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more reliable?

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.

Which consumes less?

Volkswagen Passat Variant consumes less fuel than the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE.

Which is better for trips?

Volkswagen Passat Variant is more comfortable for long trips.

Verdict

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE vs Volkswagen Passat Variant: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.