2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][mk_image_slideshow images=”36200,36202,36199″ image_width=”800″ image_height=”400″ pause_on_hover=”true”][vc_column_text el_class=”review-slideshow-caption”]2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][vc_column_text]Pros: Off-road ability; “bling” factor; luxurious interior

Cons: Fuel economy; steep pricing; wind noise at highway speeds[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class now has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, but few changes otherwise. In 2019, for the first time since its introduction in 1979, Mercedes-Benz’s boxy, old-school off-road vehicle was completely redesigned. At a glance, the current Mercedes-Benz G-Class looks nearly identical to its predecessors, but it’s notably more modern and more spacious inside—there’s 1.5 inches more front legroom and 5.9 inches more rear legroom. Truck-type body-on-frame construction is retained, although the solid front axle has been replaced by independent front suspension for a better on-road ride while maintaining the G-Class’s characteristic off-road prowess. A turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 develops 416 horsepower in the base G 550 or 577 hp in the high-performance AMG 63. Both versions are paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive with a 2-speed transfer case and three differential locks is standard. Available safety features include autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot alert, lane-keep assist, drowsiness alert, and adaptive cruise control. The G-Class’s rugged persona is prime selling point, although few of its well-heeled owners are likely to take a G-Class off road. The new G-Class has better on-road comfort than it did before, but other premium SUVs still have superior on-road behavior and better fuel economy.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]

Class	Premium Midsize SUV
Body Style(s)	4-door wagon
Passenger Count	5
Drive Wheels	all-wheel drive
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Nation of Manufacture	Austria
Base Prices	G550: $132,650 AMG G 63: $157,700

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Base Engine turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 (G 550)

Horsepower 416

Std. Transmission 9-speed automatic

Avail. Transmission NA

EPA City Range (mpg) 17

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 19

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Optional Engine turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 (AMG G 63)

Horsepower 577

Std. Transmission 9-speed automatic

Avail. Transmission NA

EPA City Range (mpg) 13

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 16

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(5 is the highest rating)

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