Mercedes-AMG G63 From Dubai: Real Landed Cost to Germany, France, Italy

The Mercedes-AMG G63 is the most-imported UAE luxury SUV to Europe by volume. Prices in the UAE are 15 to 25% below European dealer retail on comparable spec, and stock rotation is fast. This guide breaks down real landed cost to three markets: Germany, France, and Italy.

Why the G63 is a UAE import staple

Three structural reasons the UAE-sourced G63 works:

1. UAE stock includes Manufaktur options rarely allocated to Europe (unique paints, interior colour combinations, carbon packages)
2. Turnover is fast — G-Wagens are traded frequently at the wealthy Dubai end of the market, so pre-owned inventory refreshes constantly
3. Prices in the UAE reflect a saturated luxury market — dealers move stock at fair margins to keep it moving

Base scenario: 2024 G63 AMG

Reference vehicle: 2024 Mercedes-AMG G63, 10,000 km, Manufaktur two-tone spec, sourced in Dubai for 195,000 EUR.

• Purchase price: 195,000 EUR
• Sourcing fee: 5,200 EUR
• Inspection: 550 EUR
• Container shipping via Sohar to European port: 4,100 EUR
• Marine insurance: 780 EUR
• Landed at EU port (pre-tax): 205,630 EUR

Landed cost: Germany

• Landed at Bremerhaven (from base above): 205,630 EUR
• Import duty (10%): 20,563 EUR
• German VAT (19%): 42,977 EUR
• TÜV inspection and registration: 320 EUR
• Total delivered to German plates: approximately 269,490 EUR

Same G63 at a German Mercedes dealer new: 285,000 to 305,000 EUR. Saving: 15,000 to 35,000 EUR.

Landed cost: France

• Landed at Le Havre: 205,630 EUR
• Import duty (10%): 20,563 EUR
• French TVA (20%): 45,239 EUR
• Malus écologique (CO₂ 297g/km): 70,000 EUR (capped)
• Malus au poids (2,560kg = 960kg over 1,600kg threshold): 9,600 EUR
• Carte grise: 800 EUR
• Total delivered to French plates: approximately 351,832 EUR

Same G63 at a French Mercedes dealer new: about 315,000 EUR. France is not the market for G63 imports — malus makes the math impossible.

Landed cost: Italy

• Landed at Genoa: 205,630 EUR
• Import duty (10%): 20,563 EUR
• Italian IVA (22%): 49,762 EUR
• Ecotassa (Italian CO₂ tax): 2,500 EUR
• Passaggio di proprietà and IPT: 1,400 EUR
• Collaudo (Italian homologation): 800 EUR
• Total delivered to Italian plates: approximately 280,655 EUR

Same G63 at an Italian Mercedes dealer new: about 298,000 EUR. Italy works but with tighter margins than Germany.

Comparison table

Germany: ~269,500 EUR landed | ~290,000 EUR dealer | Save ~20,500 EUR (7%)

France: ~352,000 EUR landed | ~315,000 EUR dealer | LOSE ~37,000 EUR

Italy: ~280,700 EUR landed | ~298,000 EUR dealer | Save ~17,300 EUR (5.8%)

The Belgium alternative

Belgium is often the best-value destination for high-emission cars in Europe. Belgian BIV (registration tax) is comparatively mild on imports and Antwerp is a fast port. A Belgian-landed G63 works out around 262,000 EUR, close to the German figure with less procedural friction.

What to check when sourcing a UAE G63

1. Original service history at Mercedes UAE (essential for warranty)
2. Original wheel condition — Dubai curbs are ruthless
3. PPF condition and coverage (front-end sandstorm damage under film)
4. Interior stitching — heat degrades stitching faster than European conditions
5. CoC verification for target destination

How we handle G63 imports

G63 sourcing is a weekly activity for us. We recommend the destination up front based on your budget and country, and we skip France for high-emission UAE cars unless the client is specifically registering in France for personal reasons. Start your brief.

FAQ

Why source through Big Boy Whips

Every EU car import involves navigating a country-specific tax code, homologation process, and shipping logistics. Get any one of them wrong and the maths turns against you. Get them right and the savings can be substantial. We handle all of it, end to end.

• We advise before you buy. We tell you exactly which cars work economically for your country and which do not, before you spend a euro. Every quote we issue includes country-specific tax projections so there are no surprises.
• We negotiate on the UAE side. UAE-side purchase price is where most of the value is created. Our dealer relationships, auction access, and sourcing volume unlock pricing individual foreign buyers cannot access.
• We inspect every car ourselves. 248-point pre-purchase mechanical, cosmetic, and diagnostic inspection with full photo and video documentation. You approve before we pay the seller.
• We handle every document. Mulkiya transfer, UAE export certificate, bill of lading, marine insurance, customs entry, destination-country tax filings, and homologation coordination. You never touch a form.
• We ship with tracked, insured freight. Enclosed container for high-value cars, RoRo for volume. Sohar routing coordinated on every shipment given current Strait conditions. Marine insurance to full declared value.
• We deliver to your door. Registered plates, cleared paperwork, keys in your hand. Anywhere in Europe.

Ready to see the true landed cost of your dream car for your country? Send us your brief and a senior advisor comes back within 24 hours with a full landed-cost projection and honest recommendation.