2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

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Rating6.2

Ranked #17 in 

Midsize SUV
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$122,400 - $225,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Iconic design with plenty of customization options offered

Unimpressive and dull on-road handling

Designo Manufaktur Package

Quiet and cozy cabin built up with impressive quality materials

Abysmal gas mileage even for the class

Luxury Package

Excellent visibility and outstanding offroad-prowess

Outdated in terms of tech, interior design, and luxury features

Mojave Package

Night Package

No notable changes to the SUV itself

Specs & Features

$122,400

price

416 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

450 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Mercedes Benz G-Class is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged V8, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo SUV, and the BMW X6 xDrive 50i. Available in two major trims, the G-Class SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $122,400. Its 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine gives the SUV 416 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.6 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 7,000 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the G-Class SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 13 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 8.0 inches.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Mercedes Benz G-Class is an iconic member of the Mercedes fleet. We recommend pairing this the base trim with the optional Adjustable Suspension ($1,400), 19" AMG 5-Spoke alloy wheels ($500), and Heated Steering Wheel ($250).

Trims

    G 550
    $122,400 onwards
    • Engine: 4.0L 8cyl AWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 416 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 450 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.15 sec
    • Top Speed: 194 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 13 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$122,400- $225,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.23

Horsepower

416 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

450 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$44,050- $58,500

Gasoline

7.7

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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$49,000- $65,000

Gasoline

8.12

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

7

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$56,600- $73,650

Gasoline

7.47

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$62,500- $77,450

Gasoline

7.58

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$43,100- $44,900

Gasoline

7.72

295 hp @ 6400 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$45,850- $47,650

Gasoline

7.25

325 hp @ 7000 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$49,990- $73,950

Gasoline

7.4

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$65,650- $111,350

Gasoline

8.07

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$51,680- $63,380

Gasoline

7.93

301 hp @ 5500 rpm

329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

7

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2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.15 sec11.6 sec194 mph
    4.49 sec--
    4.83 sec-111 mph
    4.97 sec--
    2017 BMW X6

    Ranked #4

    5.2 sec14.1 sec130 mph
    5.7 sec--

    2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg14 mpg13 mpg25.4 gal.330.2/355.6 mi.
      22 mpg26 mpg24 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/488.8 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.2 gal.384/518.4 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg19.5 gal.390/526.5 mi.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg19.5 gal.370.5/526.5 mi.
      2017 Audi Q7

      Ranked #3

      20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg22.5 gal.450/562.5 mi.

      2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        187.6 in.71.8 in.76.9 in.8 in.112.2 in.
        203.2 in.84.3 in.72.8 in.8.5 in.121.1 in.
        2017 Audi Q7

        Ranked #2

        199.6 in.77.5 in.68.5 in.8 in.117.9 in.
        196.4 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        196.2 in.77.8 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        195.7 in.78.7 in.72.7 in.8.7 in.115 in.

        2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          38.6 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.-93.8 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          24.8 cu.ft.102.5 cu.ft.62 cu.ft.
          41.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          45 cu.ft.137.5 cu.ft.82.7 cu.ft.

          2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            79.5 cu.ft.38.6 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.-
            79.5 cu.ft.38.6 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.-
            85.8 cu.ft.24.8 cu.ft.62 cu.ft.-
            85.7 cu.ft.41.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.-
            92 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            79.5 cu.ft.38.6 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.-

            2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7000 lbs.1334 lbs.5724 lbs.
              8201 lbs.1757 lbs.4835 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1956 lbs.4727 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1707 lbs.4488 lbs.
              7500 lbs.1565 lbs.5754 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1334 lbs.5624 lbs.

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