Carbuzz: Mercedes-AMG G63 Could Face New V8 Rival Soon

Mercedes-AMG G63 Could Face New V8 Rival Soon

Old school 4x4 specialist Ineos Automotive discussing GM V8-powered Grenadier SUV to take on Mercedes-AMG G63

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[bemax]

I don’t see that coming in real life.
It’s an appealing idea but the engine would be heavier than the existing and the thirst would grow as well.
Maybe with 22“ wheels and sidepipes for the malls…

 

[ecohen2]

Maybe with 22“ wheels and sidepipes for the malls…

EXACTLY! When you look at the sales in the USA a large percentage of them are people who are looking for a cool alternative to the G63...

 

[HeavyFoot]

Why change from the reliable engine it has now? I’ve not yet experienced a feeling that it’s underpowered - I’ll take reliability. It’s plenty for what it is.
I will say though, that’d likely mean a better climate control system, right?

 

[C-Mack]

Does GM even make a modern reliable V8 right now? Thousands of 6.2L engines with catastrophic main bearing failures. Also other V8 issues with lifters due to cylinder deactivation technology.

 

[Tazzieman]

I don’t see that coming in real life.
It’s an appealing idea but the engine would be heavier than the existing and the thirst would grow as well.
Maybe with 22“ wheels and sidepipes for the malls…

Thirst? Who cares about fuel prices when you're a celeb poseur? Or as we say dowunder, a wanker.

 

[Tenac]

I'd buy the portal version with a V8 without hesitation, however portal's on this B58 without a power bump no thanks. It would be sweet to see the Ford Godzilla dropped in this beast!!!

 

[DenisM]

Does GM even make a modern reliable V8 right now? Thousands of 6.2L engines with catastrophic main bearing failures. Also other V8 issues with lifters due to cylinder deactivation technology.

The big worry is that the bean counters on both sides might see the 6.2L as an "opportunity"... The marketing types will call it the "378" (cubic in.) and that will fix everything! (sarcasm writ large)
I received an upbeat invitation from the Chief Marketing Officer "Johnathon" inviting me to buy a second Grenadier or upgrade to the latest model. I'm thinking of writing to him to remind him that this vehicle was touted by Ineos as an "inter-generational " purchase... and would welcome him making good on original promises where spare parts and information are not weaponised and service doesn't become a monopoly designed to extract the max. out of one's pocket.... but I'll say it nicely

 

[HeavyFoot]

Does GM even make a modern reliable V8 right now? Thousands of 6.2L engines with catastrophic main bearing failures. Also other V8 issues with lifters due to cylinder deactivation technology.

The 5.3 is still going strong. I didn’t really see the point of the 6.2. Little gain. Bragging rights I guess and a little more pull power. The 5.3 is pretty solid.

 

[C-Mack]

The 5.3 is still going strong. I didn’t really see the point of the 6.2. Little gain. Bragging rights I guess and a little more pull power. The 5.3 is pretty solid.

Totally agree! I don’t think the Grenadier would benefit from as big a lump as the 6.2L it would be overkill. Still, with the likes of GM, Ford and even Toyota, in the case of the turbo V6 Tundra, suffering what seems like endless engine failures and recalls if IA wants to produce a beefy V8 version I hope they do their research before settling on a supplier domestic or otherwise.

 

[HRJ]

that poor front driveshaft

 

[Tazzieman]

that poor front driveshaft

That poor ZF gearbox...

 

[HRJ]

Nah, ZF 8-speeds are pretty tough.

 

[LabRat]

If we’re dreaming, the GM V8 I’d want would be the 6.6L Duramax.