Engine

G 550 4MATIC
Blaze your own trail in the unique, hand-built G 550 4MATIC. A massive 382-hp 5.5-litre V-8 delivers a robust 391 ft-lb of torque and more than enough motivation to escape the ordinary.

G 55 AMG
The G 55 AMG engine boasts some impressive specifications: a displacement of 5.5 litres and a V8 supercharged engine that develops maximum power of 500 hp and maximum torque of 517 ft-lb at 2,750 to 4,000 rpm.

Transmissions

The G 550 4MATIC is equipped with the 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission, which delivers almost imperceptible gear changes. For faster mid-range acceleration, the transmission can change down by several gears at once, resulting in reduced overall shift times and reduced fuel consumption.

In the G 55 AMG, smooth gear changes are provided by a 5-speed automatic transmission with Touch Shift.

Suspension

Thanks to a combination of sophisticated shock absorbers, coil springs and precise axle location of the rigid axles, the G-Class can master every kind of terrain. Unlike conventional independent suspension, when a wheel of the G-Class rolls over an obstacle such as a large stone, the axle housing is automatically lifted with it. The G-Class can master gradients of up to 80 %, remains stable on transversal slopes of up to 54 % and can drive through water with a depth of up to 0.5 metres.

The G-Class is equally at home on the road thanks to its supreme handling based on perfect harmonization between the chassis, transmission, powertrain and wheel suspension. Enhanced safety and stability are provided by the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) and Brake Assist (BAS). The G-Class is the only vehicle in the world to offer the Electronic Traction System (4ETS) as well as three fully lockable differentials.

Interior details

An SUV bearing the Mercedes star is a promise of quality and precise workmanship. Inside the G-Class you can experience this promise in a very special way. The generous spaciousness of the vehicle's interior imparts a feeling of freedom even while the car is standing still. The high seating position guarantees good all-round visibility at all times, and the dashboard design enables ease of operation thanks to its clear layout.

COMAND APS

The sophisticated COMAND APS control and display system puts complete control of the G-Class' audio and communications features in the palm of your hands. Features include: the GPS navigation system, CD and DVD changer, 4GB audio memory and radio. Connect to your mobile phone effortlessly with standard Bluetooth connectivity.

Satellite-supported GPS navigation guides you along the shortest or fastest way to the address entered. To avoid any visual distraction, the directions are also provided as audio.

On the 6.5-inch colour display, the standard rear view camera mounted on the tailgate reveals what is happening behind you.

Climate

The weather is always unpredictable. It's an up and down, hot and cold, rain and snow rollercoaster, but inside the G-Glass you'll always be perfectly comfortable. Thanks to THERMATIC dual-zone automatic climate control, you can individually control the preferred temperature for both driver and passenger. To ensure a constant temperature, precise sensors continually analyze the interior and exterior temperature and humidity and make adjustments when necessary.

Seating

After a prolonged drive in the G-Class many like to remain seated just a little longer. The reason: seating which leaves absolutely nothing to be desired. In the front seats you can preset your preferred seating position electrically. The memory function stores the settings for seat, head restraint and steering wheel positions.

Apart from this, the standard equipment of the G-Class includes Climate Comfort front seats and an armrest between the front seats with a storage compartment and a cup holder.

Versatility

Drivers who opt for a genuine off-roader generally have a burning desire for freedom. And the G-Class interior caters to this desire, offering a wealth of space and a choice of seating configurations. The luggage capacity of up to 2,250 litres provides plenty of room even for a round-the-world trip, let alone a visit to the golf course. Just as you want it.

The engine and chassis configuration allows you to tow a load of up to 3.5 tonnes. Whether you are towing a yacht, a horsebox or a caravan, the G-Class grants you safe passage almost regardless of the load and terrain.

Safety

When you take the wheel of the G-Class, you have already delegated some of the key tasks. Thanks to a whole host of reliable electronic aids which are activated immediately in critical situations. If there is a risk of the vehicle skidding, for example, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) kicks in immediately. It restricts the engine torque, applies the brakes at one or more wheels and thus stabilizes the vehicle.

In the event of an emergency stop, Brake Assist (BAS) provides the necessary brake pressure while at the same time assisting the anti-lock braking system (ABS) which has been developed and modified especially for the G-Class. This means that the driver can remain in control of the vehicle at all times, even in critical situations.

AMG

G 55 AMG.
Three powerful letters promising performance, luxury and passion. Every single AMG engine is hand-crafted by an experienced technician. This technician is responsible for ensuring that the heart of your G 55 AMG, its 5.5-litre V8 supercharged engine, will always beat reliably. With its 500 hp, it accelerates the G 55 AMG from a standstill to 100 km/h in a mere 5.5 seconds. This pure power output and its agile handling fascinate, as does the sound of this large-displacement V8 engine.

The high-performance AMG brake system takes care of bringing the vehicle to a stop safely. Likewise the chassis of the G 55 AMG has been configured for sporty performance without restricting the vehicle's off-road capabilities.

The equipment for the G 55 AMG
With its distinctive exterior, the G 55 AMG cuts a good figure both off-road, and on. Its unconventional AMG-typical styling produces enthusiasm: the 18-inch light-alloy wheels, the AMG exhaust system with its lateral twin tailpipes, the wheel-arch flaring and the radiator grille painted in silver. Inside, an AMG-specific instrument cluster, illuminated stainless steel door sill panels and the G 55 lettering on the selector lever underscore the sporty standard of this exceptional vehicle. Both the designo leather upholstery and the designo wood trim were designed by specialists. These exclusive style elements come from the designo programme which allows you numerous possibilities to individualize your G 55 AMG.

Visit the international AMG microsite One man. One engine. One remarkable site. (Note: This site contains information on models and features that may not be available in Canada. The website is only available in English or German.)

Off-road capability
When encountering challenges off the beaten track, the driver receives additional assistance courtesy of the transfer case's off-road ratio - specified as standard. One press of the low-range switch is all it takes to activate this feature. The transfer case then switches from the on-road ratio to the off-road ratio, generating low speed and maximum traction, and a stunning gradient-climbing ability of 80 percent. Obstacles can no longer detain or delay you.

The permanent all-wheel drive, the 4ETS electronic traction system, the synchronized transfer case and the three 100-percent differential locks, all work together in perfect harmony in the G-Class.

The differential locks can be activated individually and in a logically specified sequence. This way you can adapt the vehicle perfectly to its surroundings. If a wheel loses traction, the power is redirected to the wheels offering the best grip. Even if only one wheel is providing grip, your vehicle will still make good headway.

Engine

G 550 4MATIC
Blaze your own trail in the unique, hand-built G 550 4MATIC. A massive 382-hp 5.5-litre V-8 delivers a robust 391 ft-lb of torque and more than enough motivation to escape the ordinary.

G 55 AMG
The G 55 AMG engine boasts some impressive specifications: a displacement of 5.5 litres and a V8 supercharged engine that develops maximum power of 500 hp and maximum torque of 517 ft-lb at 2,750 to 4,000 rpm.

Transmissions

The G 550 4MATIC is equipped with the 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission, which delivers almost imperceptible gear changes. For faster mid-range acceleration, the transmission can change down by several gears at once, resulting in reduced overall shift times and reduced fuel consumption.

In the G 55 AMG, smooth gear changes are provided by a 5-speed automatic transmission with Touch Shift.

Suspension

Thanks to a combination of sophisticated shock absorbers, coil springs and precise axle location of the rigid axles, the G-Class can master every kind of terrain. Unlike conventional independent suspension, when a wheel of the G-Class rolls over an obstacle such as a large stone, the axle housing is automatically lifted with it. The G-Class can master gradients of up to 80 %, remains stable on transversal slopes of up to 54 % and can drive through water with a depth of up to 0.5 metres.

The G-Class is equally at home on the road thanks to its supreme handling based on perfect harmonization between the chassis, transmission, powertrain and wheel suspension. Enhanced safety and stability are provided by the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) and Brake Assist (BAS). The G-Class is the only vehicle in the world to offer the Electronic Traction System (4ETS) as well as three fully lockable differentials.

Interior details

An SUV bearing the Mercedes star is a promise of quality and precise workmanship. Inside the G-Class you can experience this promise in a very special way. The generous spaciousness of the vehicle's interior imparts a feeling of freedom even while the car is standing still. The high seating position guarantees good all-round visibility at all times, and the dashboard design enables ease of operation thanks to its clear layout.

COMAND APS

The sophisticated COMAND APS control and display system puts complete control of the G-Class' audio and communications features in the palm of your hands. Features include: the GPS navigation system, CD and DVD changer, 4GB audio memory and radio. Connect to your mobile phone effortlessly with standard Bluetooth connectivity.

Satellite-supported GPS navigation guides you along the shortest or fastest way to the address entered. To avoid any visual distraction, the directions are also provided as audio.

On the 6.5-inch colour display, the standard rear view camera mounted on the tailgate reveals what is happening behind you.

Climate

The weather is always unpredictable. It's an up and down, hot and cold, rain and snow rollercoaster, but inside the G-Glass you'll always be perfectly comfortable. Thanks to THERMATIC dual-zone automatic climate control, you can individually control the preferred temperature for both driver and passenger. To ensure a constant temperature, precise sensors continually analyze the interior and exterior temperature and humidity and make adjustments when necessary.

Seating

After a prolonged drive in the G-Class many like to remain seated just a little longer. The reason: seating which leaves absolutely nothing to be desired. In the front seats you can preset your preferred seating position electrically. The memory function stores the settings for seat, head restraint and steering wheel positions.

Apart from this, the standard equipment of the G-Class includes Climate Comfort front seats and an armrest between the front seats with a storage compartment and a cup holder.

Versatility

Drivers who opt for a genuine off-roader generally have a burning desire for freedom. And the G-Class interior caters to this desire, offering a wealth of space and a choice of seating configurations. The luggage capacity of up to 2,250 litres provides plenty of room even for a round-the-world trip, let alone a visit to the golf course. Just as you want it.

The engine and chassis configuration allows you to tow a load of up to 3.5 tonnes. Whether you are towing a yacht, a horsebox or a caravan, the G-Class grants you safe passage almost regardless of the load and terrain.

Safety

When you take the wheel of the G-Class, you have already delegated some of the key tasks. Thanks to a whole host of reliable electronic aids which are activated immediately in critical situations. If there is a risk of the vehicle skidding, for example, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) kicks in immediately. It restricts the engine torque, applies the brakes at one or more wheels and thus stabilizes the vehicle.

In the event of an emergency stop, Brake Assist (BAS) provides the necessary brake pressure while at the same time assisting the anti-lock braking system (ABS) which has been developed and modified especially for the G-Class. This means that the driver can remain in control of the vehicle at all times, even in critical situations.

AMG

G 55 AMG.
Three powerful letters promising performance, luxury and passion. Every single AMG engine is hand-crafted by an experienced technician. This technician is responsible for ensuring that the heart of your G 55 AMG, its 5.5-litre V8 supercharged engine, will always beat reliably. With its 500 hp, it accelerates the G 55 AMG from a standstill to 100 km/h in a mere 5.5 seconds. This pure power output and its agile handling fascinate, as does the sound of this large-displacement V8 engine.

The high-performance AMG brake system takes care of bringing the vehicle to a stop safely. Likewise the chassis of the G 55 AMG has been configured for sporty performance without restricting the vehicle's off-road capabilities.

The equipment for the G 55 AMG
With its distinctive exterior, the G 55 AMG cuts a good figure both off-road, and on. Its unconventional AMG-typical styling produces enthusiasm: the 18-inch light-alloy wheels, the AMG exhaust system with its lateral twin tailpipes, the wheel-arch flaring and the radiator grille painted in silver. Inside, an AMG-specific instrument cluster, illuminated stainless steel door sill panels and the G 55 lettering on the selector lever underscore the sporty standard of this exceptional vehicle. Both the designo leather upholstery and the designo wood trim were designed by specialists. These exclusive style elements come from the designo programme which allows you numerous possibilities to individualize your G 55 AMG.

Visit the international AMG microsite One man. One engine. One remarkable site. (Note: This site contains information on models and features that may not be available in Canada. The website is only available in English or German.)

Off-road capability
When encountering challenges off the beaten track, the driver receives additional assistance courtesy of the transfer case's off-road ratio - specified as standard. One press of the low-range switch is all it takes to activate this feature. The transfer case then switches from the on-road ratio to the off-road ratio, generating low speed and maximum traction, and a stunning gradient-climbing ability of 80 percent. Obstacles can no longer detain or delay you.

The permanent all-wheel drive, the 4ETS electronic traction system, the synchronized transfer case and the three 100-percent differential locks, all work together in perfect harmony in the G-Class.

The differential locks can be activated individually and in a logically specified sequence. This way you can adapt the vehicle perfectly to its surroundings. If a wheel loses traction, the power is redirected to the wheels offering the best grip. Even if only one wheel is providing grip, your vehicle will still make good headway.