The 2025 Mercedes-Benz G 500, offered in Europe from April 2024, is a 5-door, 4-wheel-drive (4×4 permanent) off-road wagon model with a 1/2.23 transfer case. It includes a 2999 cm3 Line 6 (Daimler-Benz M256 E30) gasoline engine with turbocharger, with DOHC, EQ Boost and hybrid Start-Stop system, producing 443 KF / 443 hp / 330 kW at 5800 – 6100 engine rpm and 560 Nm of torque at 2200 – 5000 engine rpm. Combined with a 9-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 9G-TRONIC), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 223 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 12.8 L/100km. The car has a length of 4825 mm, a width of 1931 mm, a height of 1969 mm and weighs 2410 kg, with a fuel tank of 100 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W465 G 500 |
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| Production year: | 2025 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 9 gears |
| Starting price: | € 164,900 |
| Engine size: | 3.0 L |
| Max torque: | 560 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 6 |
| Charge system: | Turbo gasoline |
| Displacement: | 2999 cm3 |
| Max power: | 443 PS / 443 hp / 330 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 12.8 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 9.2-11 L/100km |
| City: | 15.9-19.1 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6e |
| Body style: | SUV |
| 0-80 km/h: | 3.6 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 13.5 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 28.2 s |
| Top speed: | 223 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 2410 kg |
| Gross weight: | 3200 kg |
| Length: | 4825 mm |
| Width: | 1931 mm |
| Height: | 1969 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 100 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
65%
Safety
90%
Performance
90%
Driveability
85%
Durability
90%
Maintenance
90%
Design
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Summary
The Mercedes-Benz G 500 (2025) is an off-roader appreciated for the powerful performance of the new six-cylinder mild-hybrid engine, which offers better efficiency and speed. Its off-road capabilities remain legendary, and the interior is significantly more luxurious and technological. However, the road ride remains shaky and uncomfortable for everyday use. For some purists, the lack of sound of the original V8 may be a disadvantage.