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2021 G-Class trim level differences

Mercedes offers the 2021 G-Class in standard G 550 and performance-tuned AMG G 63 specification. Each is well equipped right out of the box. Feature highlights include:

G 550
Though it's not the most expensive version of the G-Class, the G 550 provides everything you need for storming the castle:

  • Turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine (416 horsepower, 450 lb-ft of torque)
  • Nine-speed automatic transmission
  • 19-inch wheels
  • All-wheel drive
  • Two-speed transfer case with low-range gearing
  • Three locking differentials (help provide extra off-road traction)
  • Three-zone climate control
  • Heated front and rear leather seats
  • LED ambient interior lighting
  • Sunroof

Technology and safety features include:

  • Digital instrument display
  • 12.3-inch central touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Burmester surround-sound system
  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
  • Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while you're in reverse)
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the G-Class and the car in front)

AMG G 63
Walk into the Mercedes dealership and request the "best" version of the G-Class, and the AMG G 63 is what you'll buy. But it's only the best if you want the following features:

  • Turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine (577 hp, 627 lb-ft)
  • 20-inch wheels
  • AMG body styling and unique grille
  • AMG performance brakes
  • Adjustable adaptive suspension
  • Upgraded leather upholstery
  • Simulated suede headliner

Options for the G-Class include the following:

  • Seat Comfort package (ventilated and massaging front seats)
  • AMG Line (G 550 only, adds AMG-inspired exterior and interior style enhancements)
  • AMG Trail package (AMG G 63 only, adds off-road optimized suspension, all-terrain tires)
  • Various exterior and interior customization options

Which 2021 G-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?

Some G-Class customers think there is no substitute for the AMG G 63, but our pick is the G 550. It delivers the bold style and legendary capability for which the G-Class is known and gives you plenty of opportunity to customize its exterior appearance and interior materials.

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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
leather
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Austria
Austria
Drivetrain
four wheel drive
four wheel drive
Engine power
416 hp @ 5,250 rpm
577 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
450 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
627 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
Engine displacement
4.0 l
4.0 l
Engine configuration
v8
v8
Transmission
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
275/55R19
275/50R20
Wheel size
19 X 8.5-in
20 X 9.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
17 / 19 / 18 MPG
13 / 16 / 14 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
26.4 gal.
26.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
449 / 502 miles
343 / 422 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
44.6 ft.
44.3 ft.
Curb weight
5,554 lb.
5,842 lb.
Ground Clearance
9.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
86.1 in.
86.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.5 in.
78.1 in.
Height
77.5 in.
77.4 in.
Length
189.7 in.
191.9 in.
Wheelbase
113.8 in.
113.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
38.1 cu. ft.
38.1 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
68.6 cu. ft.
68.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
41.9 in.
41.9 in.
Front Leg Room
38.7 in.
38.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
Rear Head Room
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.4 in.
57.4 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$124,830
$157,031
Average Cost Per Mile
$1.66
$2.09
Depreciation
$45,888
$63,289
Financing
$17,121
$21,839
Taxes & Fees
$12,354
$15,753
Fuel
$17,335
$22,289
Insurance
$9,472
$10,029
Maintenance
$12,369
$13,541
Repairs
$10,291
$10,291
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Colors

Colors

Interior
G Manufaktur Titanium Grey Pearl, premium leather
G Manufaktur Saddle Brown, premium leather
G Manufaktur Espresso Brown, premium leather
G Manufaktur Bengal Red, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Lime Green Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Yacht Blue/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Platinum White/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Yacht Blue, premium leather
G Manufaktur Platinum White, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Red Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Gold Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Yacht Blue Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/White Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Saddle Brown/Black, premium leather
Tartufo/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Bronze Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Espresso Brown/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Bengal Red/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Titanium Grey Pearl/Black, premium leather
Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black, leather
Classic Red/Black Nappa, premium leather
Black Nappa, premium leather
Black, leather
Red/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Macchiato Beige/Black, leather
Macchiato Beige/Black Nappa, premium leather
Tartufo/Black Nappa, premium leather
Macchiato Beige/Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
G Manufaktur Titanium Grey Pearl, premium leather
G Manufaktur Saddle Brown, premium leather
G Manufaktur Espresso Brown, premium leather
G Manufaktur Bengal Red, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Lime Green Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Yacht Blue/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Platinum White/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Yacht Blue, premium leather
G Manufaktur Platinum White, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Red Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Gold Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Yacht Blue Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/White Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Saddle Brown/Black, premium leather
Tartufo/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Bronze Topstitching, premium leather
G Manufaktur Espresso Brown/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Bengal Red/Black, premium leather
G Manufaktur Titanium Grey Pearl/Black, premium leather
Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Classic Red/Black Nappa, premium leather
Black Nappa, premium leather
Red/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Macchiato Beige/Black Nappa, premium leather
Tartufo/Black Nappa, premium leather
Macchiato Beige/Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Lime Green A-Band, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Bengal Red A-Band, premium leather
G Manufaktur Black w/Yacht Blue A-Band, premium leather
G Manufaktur White w/Black A-Band, premium leather
G Manufaktur Saddle Brown w/Black A-Band, premium leather
Exterior
G Manufaktur Desert Silver Metallic
G Manufaktur Midnight Blue
G Manufaktur Desert Sand
G Manufaktur Dakota Brown Magno Matte
G Manufaktur Dark Olive Green Magno Matte
G Manufaktur Sintered Bronze Magno Matte
G Manufaktur South Sea Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Jupiter Red
G Manufaktur China Blue
Polar White
designo Night Black Magno Matte
designo Mystic Brown Metallic
Magnetite Black Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Black
G Manufaktur Sea Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Olive Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
designo Mocha Black Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Mystic Blue Metallic
designo Platinum Black Metallic
designo Platinum Magno Matte
Jade Green Metallic
Dakota Brown Metallic
Indium Grey Metallic
designo Graphite Metallic
G Manufaktur Monza Grey Magno Matte
Rubellite Red Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Deep Green
Emerald Green Metallic
G Manufaktur Arabian Grey
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Desert Silver Metallic
G Manufaktur Midnight Blue
G Manufaktur Desert Sand
G Manufaktur Dakota Brown Magno Matte
G Manufaktur Dark Olive Green Magno Matte
G Manufaktur Sintered Bronze Magno Matte
G Manufaktur South Sea Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Jupiter Red
G Manufaktur China Blue
Polar White
designo Night Black Magno Matte
designo Mystic Brown Metallic
Magnetite Black Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Black
G Manufaktur Sea Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Olive Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
designo Mocha Black Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Mystic Blue Metallic
designo Platinum Black Metallic
designo Platinum Magno Matte
Jade Green Metallic
Dakota Brown Metallic
Indium Grey Metallic
designo Graphite Metallic
G Manufaktur Monza Grey Magno Matte
Rubellite Red Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
G Manufaktur Deep Green
Emerald Green Metallic
G Manufaktur Arabian Grey
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic