Mercedes-Benz G-Class

The G-class is the most iconic SUV in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. The latest model is every bit as luxurious as you’d expect a Mercedes SUV to be but remains true to its heritage with incredible off-road ability. Permanent four-wheel drive and three lockable differentials are standard fit. The G-Class is available in India in two distinct flavours. There’s the level-headed G 350d with a 3.0-litre diesel engine and the bonkers AMG G 63 that’s powered by a 4.0-litre, twin-turbo V8 petrol. The G-Class costs the earth but you’ll want one.

The G-class is the most iconic SUV in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. The latest model is every bit as luxurious as you’d ...

The G-class is the most iconic SUV in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. The latest model is every bit as luxurious as you’d expect a Mercedes SUV to be but remains true to its heritage with incredible off-road ability. Permanent four-wheel drive and three lockable differentials are standard fit. The G-Class is available in India in two distinct flavours. There’s the level-headed G 350d with a 3.0-litre diesel engine and the bonkers AMG G 63 that’s powered by a 4.0-litre, twin-turbo V8 petrol. The G-Class costs the earth but you’ll want one.

The latest G-class might be all new under the skin but the boxy design doesn’t veer too far from the original’s shape. It’s as aerodynamic as a brick but there’s a unique appeal to the G-Class’ look. It’s quite a climb in to the G’s high-set cabin, but once there you’ll find it’s got all the trappings you’d expect in a modern Mercedes. The solid thunk on door shut and the panoramic view out make you feel you’re commanding a tank. The front seats are sporty while the rear seats are comfy, even if space is down on what you’d expect in something so large.
The G 350d’s 286hp, 3.0-litre diesel engine is quiet, refined and offers plenty of go. But if you aren’t limited by budget, we’d suggest you go the whole hog for the AMG G63. The G 63’s 585hp engine is a bomb. The way it propels the 2.5 tonne SUV is plain and simply mad. It sounds mega too but the noise is not quite as deep-throated as the earlier G 63’s.
The G-Class is not quick to steer, nor does it have the cushiest suspension, but it’s so full of character that you’ll be willing to make concessions. In the rough, the G-Class will shock you with its ability.

The latest G-class might be all new under the skin but the boxy design doesn’t veer too far from the original’s shape...

The latest G-class might be all new under the skin but the boxy design doesn’t veer too far from the original’s shape. It’s as aerodynamic as a brick but there’s a unique appeal to the G-Class’ look. It’s quite a climb in to the G’s high-set cabin, but once there you’ll find it’s got all the trappings you’d expect in a modern Mercedes. The solid thunk on door shut and the panoramic view out make you feel you’re commanding a tank. The front seats are sporty while the rear seats are comfy, even if space is down on what you’d expect in something so large.
The G 350d’s 286hp, 3.0-litre diesel engine is quiet, refined and offers plenty of go. But if you aren’t limited by budget, we’d suggest you go the whole hog for the AMG G63. The G 63’s 585hp engine is a bomb. The way it propels the 2.5 tonne SUV is plain and simply mad. It sounds mega too but the noise is not quite as deep-throated as the earlier G 63’s.
The G-Class is not quick to steer, nor does it have the cushiest suspension, but it’s so full of character that you’ll be willing to make concessions. In the rough, the G-Class will shock you with its ability.