Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Forever a status symbol, the iconic G-Class from Mercedes-Benz is a classic 4x4 offering unreal levels of opulence and capability. It is available in two models including G 550 and AMG G 63. One delivers 416 horsepower and the other packs 577 horsepower thanks to a turbocharged 4.0-litre V8. A fully electric variant called EQG was announced back in 2021 and is slated to arrive before mid-decade.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Pricing | |
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MSRP | CA$180,000 |
Fees | CA$2,175 |
Gas guzzler tax | CA$4,000 |
Monthly payments | CA$3,388/month |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 4,0 l V8 |
Power | 416 hp @ 5,250 rpm (310 kW) |
Torque | 450 lb·ft @ 2,000 – 4,750 rpm (610 N·m) |
Induction | Turbocharged |
Fuel type | Premium |
Transmission | 9-speed automatic |
Drivetrain | AWD |
Vehicle type / Category | |
Vehicle type | SUV |
Category | Exotic SUV |
Assembly | Graz, AT |
Generation | 2 |
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
City | 17.9 L/100km |
Highway | 14.4 L/100km |
Combined | 16.3 L/100km |
Autonomy | 613 km |
CO₂ emissions | 383 g/km |
Equipment | |
Sunroof | standard |
Heated front seats | standard |
Heated rear seats | standard |
Heated steering wheel | standard |
Ventilated front seats | optional |
Head-up display | not available |
Surround-view camera | optional |
Smart key | standard |
Blindspot detection | standard |
Forward collision warning | standard |
Autonomous emergency braking | standard |
Lane departure warning | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | standard |
Remote engine start | standard |
GPS | standard |
Infotainment | |
Front USB ports | standard |
Rear USB ports | not available |
Apple CarPlay compatible | standard |
Android Auto compatible | standard |
Sirius XM | standard |
Bluetooth audio | standard |
Wi-Fi hotspot | optional |
Wireless phone charging | not available |
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
Steering | rack and pinion, electric assistance |
Front suspension | independent, double wishbones |
Rear suspension | live axle with coil springs |
Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Front tires | P275/50R20 |
Rear tires | P275/50R20 |
Safety | |
Seat belts | 5 |
Dimensions / Weight | |
Length | 4,817 mm (190″) |
Width | 1,931 mm (76″) |
Height | 1,961 mm (77″) |
Wheelbase | 2,890 mm (114″) |
Weight | 2,520 kg (5,556 lb) |
Capacities | |
Passengers | 5 |
Trunk | between 1,079 l and 1,942 l |
Fuel tank | 100 l (22 gal) |
Towing capacity | 3,493 kg (7,701 lb) |
Performance | |
0-100 km/h | 6.1 s |
80-120 km/h | 4.1 s |
Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) (manufacturer) |
Braking distance | 44 m |
Warranty | |
Base warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
The Car Guide rating | |
Fuel economy | 2/10 |
Reliability | 4/10 |
Safety | 8/10 |
Infotainment | 7/10 |
Driving | 8/10 |
Overall | 8/10 |
Average | 69%(view ratings) |