Used 2002 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Consumer Reviews

A Tank

No Question, this vehicle is not for everybody. It's rough, strong, and at the same time a beautiful piece of art. Even though MPG is very low that doesn't keep me from driving it daily.

LOVE LOVE LOVE OUR G

We love our G-wagen. They stay classic and hold their value like no other vehicle. Our 2002 looks almost exactly like the brand new ones. It drives fantastic and our mechanical costs have been quite minimal considering it has over 170,000 miles. Please, repairs for this vehicle are pretty straight forward and therefore labor costs stay low. We love the heated rear seats and the huge cargo area. We couldn't ask for a safer vehicle for our family. We get so many compliments every time we drive it and people are constantly asking us if they can look at the inside. We plan on keeping our G500 forever and just fixing it as we need to. There's not another car out there that we like better. There are several G-wagen owner websites and they all say the same thing- these are the coolest and best SUVs out there and are timeless classics!

excellent vehicle

this is the best car ever. period.

Heavy Duty Fagility

The G500 is a great eye catcher and off- road performer. The materials and and weight are reminiscent of the Mercedes of yesteryear. When you close the door... it CLOSES. All the major problems come from the advanced electronic systems. Seems as though Mercedes rushed it into production before bringing it to the States. It'll be better in 2003 or 2004, hopefully.

Amazing

I've owned my 2002 for 7 years. It's been amazing. It's a truck. Drives like a truck. It is not an Escalade or some floaty phony SUV. That's why i love it. After a massive blizzard a few years ago (nearly 5ft of snow), my father was stuck on the side of road about 45 miles from my home. Trapped in his car with no way of getting assistance (the cops and fire couldn't respond) I drove out to get him. I made fresh tracks on Interstate 95 and numerous side roads the whole way. Never even had to lock the diffs. The truck performed amazingly. It was unreal. 100+ miles in 3-5ft of snow the whole way and the thing didn't bat an eye. Also didn't even have to shovel myself out.

The Best

A G-Class ( Gelaendewagen) is simply the best SUV there is. Forget the Hummer, Range\Land Rover, Land Cruiser etc. This vehicle will get you out of anything. Ask the US military why they are switching from the Hummer to the G-class...

15 year review

Drives like a very heavy and strongly build military vehicle. The weight is easily noticed. Appearance of the car has not aged. Excellent paint, hinges with no rust, under carriage with no structural rust. Garage kept but mainly used during inclement winter weather on the salt soaked roads of the Notheast. Gobbles gas. Acceleration is impressive for a car with this weight. It has had glitchy electrical problem that the dealership has not been able to identify. Not a comfortable drive. Tight suspension as expected for an off road design.

G-Wagon

The G-Wagon is a superb all around vehicle. It is comfortable on the highway yet tough and powerful off road.It is an absolute joy to drive. The biggest drawback is fighting my wife over who gets to drive it (she has an Escalade).

perfect

best suv in the world

THIS IS A TRUCK

You can't criticize a good off road vehicle for being a good off road vehicle. If you bought it just for the looks or for the trendiness you will probably will get tired of it. But if you appreciate the confidence of being able to face whatever the weather report throws at you (even if you never ever go off road), you will not get rid of this warranty on life. Plenty of power. Just a bit rough on the potholes (you are not supposed to drive 80 mph off road)...

Rolls Royce of 4x4s

It is the best truck on the road. It simply looks like nothing else, and drives like caviar on butter. I had to limo-tint my windows as this car definitely gets a lot of attention. Every time I drive someone in the G500 they WOW all the time. When I go to clubs or restaurants, valet parking would always put it up front for grabbing attention. This is a top of the line truck.

hot

G500 is TOPS

I've owned several Mercedes Benz but by far this is the Best one yet.We needed a truck for our family the ML is to small for a family truck so when I saw a G500 up close I bought it.

What A Mess

This car rocks....when it works. My G wagon was in the shop 32 days in 8 months for a never ending run of problems which the dealer could not fix so I switched dealers...three times with the same results. Drive out of the shop and some light or warning would go off before I got home. The only possible way you drive this car is if you have another one when this one is in the shop.

Ignore Bad Reivews - They don't own this

This is one of the greatest cars ever. It's so fun to drive, both because it's a great machine and because it turns heads. I have a 1993 version that I bought in Europe as well as a 2002. The '93 is as good as the day I bought it. I'm sure I'll drive them both forever.

G wagen is best

This is the greatest suv ever..and I've owned alot. Blows away all the competition and is more off road friendly than any others, yet drives in the city like the big MB sedans. Buy one!

THE RIGHT STUFF

This is the best SUV I have ever bee in

the last industrial grade vehicle

In a world of "me too" styling, with emphasis on gadgets and gizmos this truck stands alone. It is a handbuilt industrial strength machine intended for those who understand how to use its' capabilities - soccer moms need not apply. Unfortunately, the pit bull looks do tend to attract a certain 'gangsta' element to this truck - they want to talk to you at stop lights and find out how much it cost. Fortunately, that big motor allows you to blow them away when the light turns green.

GREAT G500

AWSOME GO ANYWHERE DO ALL VEHICLE, BEST 4 WHEEL DRIVE OF THEM ALL!!!!!!!!

It's a truck - not a luxury SUV

I bought this vehicle in spite of your review. I wanted a stiff rding, ruggedly built, durable vehicle with a military heritage. You may nit-pick, but it's still an S-class interior. It can't go out of style because it never was in style. It will out climb an H-1 and do 130 on the road. Try that with any other SUV on the market. Yeah, you'll be laughing in years to come, but it will be at yourselves for identifying this thing as a luxury SUV.

OH MY HECK!!!!!

This is no SUV for the typical affluent housewife. It is an awesome military born rugged SUV turned luxury- --well, as much as possible. It takes a heavy hand and a heavy foot, but that is not a bad thing. It is more of a man's car, no doubt. I love it because it is never going to lose the visual appeal it possesses. It is strong, demanding, and has incredible presence. That is what makes the G500 stand all alone. Nothing comes close.

Let's Be Objective

I knew what I was buying before I bought it. This vehicle does get terrible gas mileage, compared to a Civic, but you should expect it when you are buying an almost 3 ton truck that costs $80,000. It is stiff, but you have to consider what this truck was originally desinged for. I had to take it to the dealer to have a few minor things fixed, but what vehicle does not have problems every now and then. The verdict is this: If you want a vehicle that will never go out of style, that will take you virtually anywhere, a vehicle that has plenty of power and eye appeal, then you should buy one! If you are thinking why would I need a truck to be all that..I don't know...WHY NOT!!!

I love my car!

The G-Wagen is so eyecatching on the exterior and it is the kind of car that you feel so good to be in. Wherever you go a lot of attention is on you. It's fast for an SUV and the brakes are great because you can stop at the last minute.

Great truck - Bad service

Great looking, safe, comfortable and fun. Goes anywhere on or off road and feels solid in any weather conditions. Lots of cargo room and I have moved lots of small furniture in back with seats folded down. PROBLEM: Dealers have little experience or knowledge of how to service this vehicle. Many small issues have had to be fixed three or more times, also bodywork is a nightmare if you get in an accident. Mercedes does not have its act together in training its staff and service techs.

I'll keep itfor 20 years!

After about 2,500 miles, the G500 is perfect: comfortable, extreemly capeable off road, built like a tank and civilized enough that I have to fight my wife for the keys. On road performance is adequate in all respects with acceleration good, braking very good and handling, surprisingly, also very good. Moreover, it has remarkably good NVH isolation. The COMAND system is complicated, but I like having access to a GPS.

G-Wagen So FLY!!!

The G500 is the coolest SUV Ever

Well worth the wait...!

Well worth the wait..!! Nothing quite like it. It is a truck, and don't forget that! It was'nt just designed, and made retro. It is work of art, in progress, and it only gets better with age. I use it as a daily driver and can't say enough. It is truly what I expected and more. Waited 11 months and the "G" has not disappointed, both mechanically or in terms of drivability. If you are really honest with yourself as to what you are buying you will not be disappointed. Happy motoring..!!/4x4ing.

Best car on the road

Every since the late 80's when I first saw the car at a friends house (european version) I new this is a car I had to have. not wanting to pay the $130,000 that it cost then I waited till MB put it out themselves and have not been disapointed. No other car can hold a candle to the styling and off road performance of this monster. They havent had to change it since the 70's (something must be right)

Big Mistake

Built like a tank. Awesome styling. Feel great driving it.

Not what I expected.

I've owned 2 Lexus LX 470's, upon purchasing the G 500 I realized just how much I'd given up. The interior is much narrower than the LX, the ride is much firmer and the cabin is much darker (due to the lack of a glass sunroof). All of this is immediatly apparent when you first test drive the G, but its initial seductiveness makes you put all of this aside. Unfortunatly the sexiness wears off very quickly and all your left with are the shortcomings. As soon as DMV processes my title, I'll probably sell the G and look at either the 2003 Range Rover or another LX 470.

Not All That

I admit, I had to order one and be one of the first. Yes I made a mistake and will be selling or trading it in. While it's a respectable off road vehicle and can run circles around anything except a Hummer (either one) but it's just too "goofy" to be seen in every day. Face it, call it retro, art, or just plain ugly it's not a good looking vehicle. Interior quality is Mercedes all the way. Not sure who this truck is targeted toward, but it's not me.

what a mistake

never again

Great

This car is the best car I have every Purchesed. Buy IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

great to drive

Fun to drive, very functional as a daily driving machine.(if you do not mind going to the gas station often) Very powerful ride and feels very safe.

Best SUV.. I also have my 96 Range Rover

Way better than Range Rover in quality, finish and performance on and offroad.

Beautiful SUV

Beautiful vehicle from everywhere

not a ml........ thank god!!!!!

tough, nice, tough, tough..... a unique 4x4 that is definantly in a league of its own

Everyone should own one

Really a great off road SUV. Drives like a truck and you will love it. Not really a daily driver the mpg avg is 15.

UGLY

nice inside bad outside