Take - back of end - of - life vehicles. Coming full circle.

At the end of its long life, you can return your G - Class to us for environment friendly disposal in accordance with the EC End - Of - Life Vehicle Directive1. But that day lies a long way o.
1 Applies

in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight. Mercedes - Benz vehicles have met the statutory regulations governing the suitability
of their design for reuse and recycling for a number of years now. A network of vehicle take - back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your
vehicle in an environment - friendly manner. The ways in which both vehicles and parts can be recovered are subject to ongoing development and improvement. Consequently,
the G - Class will be able to comply with any future increases in the recycling quota within the stipulated time limits. Further information can be obtained by calling
00800 1 777 7777.

Please note : changes may have been made to the products since this brochure went to press ( 31.12.2007 ). The manufacturer reserves
the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specication during the delivery period, provided these changes, while taking
into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed reasonable with respect to the purchaser. Where the vendor or the manufacturer
uses symbols or numbers to describe an order or the subject of an order, no rights may be derived solely from these. The illustrations
may show accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of standard specication. Colours may dier slightly from those
shown in the brochure, owing to the limitations of the printing process. This brochure has been compiled by Daimler AG of Germany
and is distributed internationally. It provides a general indication of the range of models, features, optional extras and / or colours available
in various countries. Some of the models, features, optional extras and / or colours shown may not be available in your country or may
only be available in a dierent specication. Additionally some models, features, optional extras and / or colours may only be available in
combination with others. For current and more specic information in relation to the range of models, features, optional extras and / or
colours available in your country, and their pricing, you should contact your nearest authorised Mercedes - Benz Passenger Car Dealer.

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The G - Class

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G - Class

Contents
The G - Class

12

My G - Class

42

Variants

14

Renement
Petrol engines
Diesel engine
Transmissions
Frame and chassis

16
16
18
20
22

Equipment
Standard equipment
Light - alloy wheels
Optional extras

44
46
52
54

Colours and materials

Paintwork
Leather and upholstery
Wood
Possible combinations

60
62
64
70
71

Technical features
Technical data
Dimensions

72
72
73

Service

76

On - road / o - road systems 24

Comfort
Cockpit
Interior

28
28
30

Safety

34

AMG
G 55 AMG
AMG equipment

38
38
40

Your destination : the horizon

The G - Class

Dynamism. Safety. Comfort. These are the classic attributes that transform a car
into a Mercedes - Benz. And the G - Class our classic o - roader is no exception.
The G - Class oers a unique take on these hallmark Mercedes - Benz attributes,
even in the worlds most remote locations where few vehicles make the grade.
The G - Class began its incredible journey back in 1979. Countless technical improvements, modernisation measures and model variants have been introduced
over the years. Yet its unique character remains rmly intact. On the following
pages, we bring you the next stage of this journey. Follow the further - rened
G - Class as it heads for new horizons. And discover how one of the classics in
automotive history is shining in a new light.

The G - Class

Variants

15

One legend.
Several incarnations
All good things come in threes : the G - Class variants

The character of the G - Class has barely changed over the

years. And why should it ? After all, its distinctive form is
a true design classic. Robust. Functional. Timeless.
Like every legend, the classic G - Class o - roader gives
customers a choice of versions. From the prestigious long
Station Wagon and the short Station Wagon to the Cabriolet,
the latter being the only one of its kind world wide in this
vehicle category. In addition to these dierent body variants,
there is also an AMG version of the long Station Wagon
available. In terms of both looks and performance, this AMG
model is quite simply in a class of its own ( see AMG section
starting on page 38 ). As is the case with so many legends,
the dierent versions all have one core aspect in common :
a licence to thrill.

Renement | Petrol engines

17

On - road performance you just know will

translate into o - road capability
Masters of every situation : the G - Class petrol engines

When you settle into your seat in a G - Class, you notice

the dierence immediately. The elevated sitting position
and the outstanding all - round visibility provide a clear
indication of what is in store : a ride on board the G - Class
is something very special indeed.

AMG V8 supercharged engine. Further details about this

can be found starting on page 38.

G 500

When you then start the engine of the G 500 you cannot
fail to notice that under the bonnet there is something
exceptional: the tried and proven 5-litre V8 engine, perfectly
in tune with the manifold requirements of this versatile
vehicle. With electronic petrol injection, three valves per
cylinder and electronic mapped dual ignition, it guarantees
eortless power delivery at all times. And with 218 kW
( 296 hp ) it can tackle the roughest terrain with the same
poise and elegance it displays when breezing along in the
fast lane a characteristic that it quite clearly shares with
the second petrol powerplant available for the G - Class : the

330

900

280

800
218 kW

700

230
180

600
500

130

456 Nm

80

400

30

300
0
2000
Engine speed ( rpm )
Torque ( Nm )

4000

6000

Output ( kW )

G 500. The G 500 achieves its peak torque of 456 Nm across a broad engine
speed range from 2800 rpm to 4000 rpm

Renement | Diesel engine

An exhilarating drive with an added bonus

Smooth and powerful : the CDI diesel engine

As well as being an impressive performer, the high - torque

diesel engine is highly economical. Seldom has a genuine
o - roader provided such a compelling mix of power and
eciency, as reected in the extremely respectable fuel consumption gures.
The V6 common - rail diesel engine with particulate lter
serves up an exciting blend of renement and performance.
Even at low revs, for example when driving slowly o - road
or negotiating steep uphill gradients, it is still capable of
developing its maximum output. The standard - t fuel lter
with water separator provides highly eective protection
against dirt build-up in your G 320 CDI. For a long diesel life.

G 320 CDI
260

750

220

650
550

540 Nm

180

165 kW

450

140

350

100

250

60
20

150
0
2000
Engine speed ( rpm )
Torque ( Nm )

4000

6000

Output ( kW )

G 320 CDI. The 3 - litre V6 diesel engine achieves its maximum output
of 165 kW ( 224 hp ) at just 3800 rpm

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Renement | Transmissions

The more uid the movement,

the better the performance
The G - Class automatic transmissions

Sports stars hone their movements to perfection over

a period of years, their theory being that smooth, uid
movements make for outstanding performance.
Inspired by this, the Mercedes - Benz engineers have
developed an extremely uid sequence of movements for
the standard - t 7G - TRONIC automatic transmission in
the G 320 CDI and G 500. The gear changes are barely
perceptible even when a gear is skipped, as is necessary
on occasions. So you are always in the right gear, leaving
you to enjoy the superlative handling and quiet ride.
The G 55 AMG features the tried - and - trusted 5 - speed
automatic transmission which transfers the immense power
and high torque of the AMG engine to the wheels with
consummate ease.

SELECTOR LEVER. Smooth shifts

every time : the wood / leather selector
lever with Mercedes - Benz badge

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Renement | Frame and chassis

Tested to overcome any challenge

Frame and chassis configured for maximum performance

When building a G - Class, we leave nothing to chance.

After all, longevity and value retention are key quality
features that are a source of great pride to us.
Up to 4 mm thick in places, the G - Class frame is held
together by more than 6400 weld spots. As well as that, it
is galvanised and waxed. The vehicle oor, meanwhile, has
an additional plastic coating. And all attachments undergo
thorough treatment in an electro dip - priming process
before having several coats of paint applied. This level of
protection leaves hardly any of the G - Classs surfaces open
to attack by water, snow, road salt or even desert sand.

The real tests for the G - Class await o - road. And it prepares
for these on our special o - roader test routes. This is
where a G - Class has to pass its rst driving test before
being allowed to take the advanced test on the street.
On demanding terrain, two precisely located rigid axles
with high torsional exing and long suspension travel
ensure the necessary ground clearance and outstanding
traction, meaning that the permanent all - wheel - drive
system can also exert its full inuence.

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On - road / o - road systems

Power meets intelligence

Low - range ratio and traction system in the G - Class

Brute force alone does not make for smooth progress in

dicult conditions. For this you need immense power with
intelligent control. Driver aside, it is the 4ETS electronically
controlled traction system that assumes this task in the
G-Class, sending precisely the right amount of engine power
to the wheels that currently oer the best traction, making
it much easier to maintain control on snow- or ice - covered
surfaces.

The driver receives additional assistance courtesy of the

transfer cases o - road ratio specied as standard. One
press of the low - range switch is all it takes to activate this
feature. At low speed and with maximum traction, the
G - Class overcomes obstacles with ease. It climbs, clambers
and scrambles but, above all, it demonstrates just what it
takes to be a truly great o - roader.

Greater ride stability thanks to

4ETS. If up to three wheels have poor
grip, they are braked by 4ETS. The
tractive power is then directed to the
wheels offering better grip

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On - road / o - road systems | Dierential locks

Go over the next patch of scree.

Then turn left into the river bed
Fully lockable differential locks for full - on off - road driving

Teamwork simply makes it easier to achieve great things.

This is why everything works together in the G - Class. For
example, the permanent all-wheel drive, the 4ETS Electronic
Traction System, the synchromesh transfer case and the
three fully lockable dierential locks. This teamwork is one
of the outstanding features of the G - Class. It is what makes
it a true o - roader. No other vehicle comes close to oering
such a unique combination of attributes.
Fitted as standard, the three dierential locks can be
activated individually and in a logically specied sequence.
So you can be sure that the G - Class adapts perfectly to
its surroundings. If a wheel loses traction, the power is
redirected to the wheels oering the best grip. Even if only
one wheel is providing grip, your G - Class will still make
good headway an impressive achievement. And just
perfect when driving o - road.

Comfort | Cockpit

29

One star at the front. Five stars inside

Neat, comfortable and innovative : the interior

A vehicle displaying the Mercedes star is a sure - re bet

when it comes to outstanding quality and workmanship.
Nowhere is this more impressively apparent than in the
interior of the G - Class.

On the following pages you can familiarise yourself with

the G-Class equipment and appointments. Plus we will show
you how to create your own individual G - Class ( page 54
onwards ).

The generous feeling of spaciousness imparts a sense of

freedom. And thats before the G - Class has even started
moving. Whats more, the hallmark, elevated sitting position
ensures excellent all - round visibility at all times, while the
cockpit is designed with ease of operation rmly in mind.
You experience the comfort and convenience of a G - Class
the second you open the doors and again when you close
them. Attention to detail takes pride of place. As you will
see when you grasp the ne - leather - trimmed steering
wheel which, of course, swings upwards once you have
parked, to make getting out even easier. A service that
merits ve stars all of its own.

All under control. The multifunction steering wheel is available as standard in

leather ( G 320 CDI ) or wood / leather ( all V8 models )

Comfort | Interior

31

The drive just cant last

long enough
First - class travel : seat comfort in the G - Class

After a long drive in the G - Class, its hardly surprising that

many want to stay seated a while longer. Thats because
these seats leave practically nothing to be desired. The front
seats adjust electrically, allowing you to select your preferred
seat position and height. And, as you would expect from
a vehicle such as the G - Class, the standard specication
includes heated seats as well as an armrest between the
front seats with a stowage compartment and a cup holder.
So there will be no complaints if a ride on board the
G - Class occasionally lasts a little longer.

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Comfort | Interior

The G - Class takes your desire for freedom

very seriously
A choice of seating configurations and load compartment

Drivers who opt for a genuine o - roader generally have a

burning desire for freedom. And the G - Class interior caters
to this desire, oering a wealth of space and a choice
of seating congurations. From two - seater to seven - seater
( long Station Wagon ), almost everything is possible in
and with a G - Class. Whats more, the load compartment
capacity of up to 2250 litres provides plenty of room
even for a round - the - world trip, let alone a visit to the
golf course. Just as you prefer.
For those who want even more space, the engine and
chassis conguration allows a trailed load of up to 3.5 t.
Whether you are towing a yacht, a horsebox or a caravan,
the G - Class grants you safe passage almost regardless
of the load and terrain.

Room for your ideas. With side - facing bench seats ( optional
extra ), there is easily enough room for up to seven people on
board the long Station Wagon

Safety

35

A safe bet for even the most

intrepid of explorers
On - board safety technology from Mercedes - Benz

We laid the rst milestone back in the 1950s with the invention of the safety passenger cell. Since then Mercedes - Benz
engineers have come up with further safety - enhancing
innovations year after year. And many of them feature in
the G - Class.
They help to detect and control critical situations on and
o the road in plenty of time. And they include numerous
pre - crash preventive protection measures. And should an
accident occur nevertheless, a whole host of passive safety
features can be activated. So you can sit back and relax :
with a G - Class the focus is on adventure rather than risky
venture.

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Safety

Companions you can count on

Safety - enhancing electronic assistance systems

When you take the wheel of a G - Class, you have already delegated some of the
key tasks, thanks to a whole host of reliable electronic aids which are activated
immediately in critical situations.
If there is a risk of the G - Class skidding, for example, the Electronic Stability
Program ( ESP ) springs into action immediately by reducing the engine torque,
applying the brakes at one or more wheels and thus helping to stabilise the
vehicle. If the brakes are applied fully, Brake Assist ( BAS ) provides the required
braking pressure whilst the modied anti - lock braking system ( ABS ) developed
specically for the G - Class helps you to retain control of the vehicle in an
emergency. These electronic aids, together with the passive safety equipment
on board, help to protect the occupants of the G - Class.

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38

AMG | G 55 AMG

AMG : absolute motoring genius

The G 55 AMG engine

AMG. Three magical letters that are synonymous with

performance, prestige and passion. Each engine is produced
by a single engineer who has a wealth of experience. They
even put their signature on the engine tag. So you can be
sure that the 5.5 - litre V8 supercharged engine at the heart
of your G 55 AMG will continue to perform sterling service
for many years to come.
Developing 368 kW ( 500 hp ), the powerplant propels the
G 55 AMG from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.5 seconds. This superlative power delivery combines with the agile handling
dynamics to provide a scintillating level of performance
that is matched only by the sound of the large - displacement
V8, while the AMG high - performance brakes bring the
vehicle to a halt quickly and safely.

G 55 AMG
900

368 kW

700

700 Nm

320

600

280

500

240

400

200
160

300

Likewise the chassis of the G 55 AMG has been congured

for sporty performance without restricting the vehicles
o - road capabilities. AMG specications include harder
shock absorbers, for example.

400
360

800

0
2000
Engine speed ( rpm )
Torque ( Nm )

4000

6000

Output ( kW )

Full power ahead. The impressive torque of 700 Nm is available across a broad
engine speed range from 2570 rpm to 4000 rpm

40

AMG | Equipment

AMG : take it to the limit

The equipment for the G 55 AMG

panels and G 55 lettering on the selector lever underline

this extraordinary vehicles sporting credentials.

With its distinctive exterior, the G 55 AMG cuts a ne gure

wherever it goes. Both on the road or way o it. It features
exciting, extravagant bodystyling an AMG hallmark
including 18-inch light-alloy wheels, the AMG exhaust system
with twin side - venting tailpipes, ared wheel arches and a
silver-painted radiator grille. Moving inside, the AMG-specic
instrument cluster, illuminated stainless - steel door sill

Specialists also designed the designo leather appointments

and the designo wood trim elements. These rened styling
features are taken from the designo range, which oers you
a whole host of individualisation options for your G 55 AMG.

Exhaust pipes

Instrument cluster

My G - Class

Equipment

45

With the G - Class, youre o to

an ideal start
Extensive range of equipment options for the G - Class

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the G - Classs evolution is the level of
equipment. Thats because what initially started out as an o - roader for the
purists has long been specied with all the creature comforts that people have
come to expect from a Mercedes - Benz.
Even the standard - specication G - Glass features numerous extras. The
THERMATIC automatic climate control, for example, always sets precisely the
interior temperature you require. Then there are the state - of - the - art audio
systems which deliver sound quality par excellence the Audio 20 radio in the
G 320 CDI or the COMAND APS control and display system in the G 500 and
G 55 AMG.
The range of optional extras available allows you to create just the G - Class you
want. The reversing camera in conjunction with the ultrasonic reversing aid
and the garage door opener integrated in the interior mirror are just two of the
many other comfort- and convenience - enhancing equipment options available
for your G - Class.

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Equipment | Standard equipment

No darkness, only light

The G - Class lighting concept

The distinctive face of the G-Class is characterised

by clean - cut surfaces and straight lines. The hallmark circular headlamps have always provided a
striking contrast to this. Featuring state-of-the-art
bi-xenon technology, they illuminate a wide area
of the road brightly, enabling you to see dangers
and obstacles well in advance. Additional fog
lamps with an integrated cornering light function

light up the road immediately in front of the

vehicle and illuminate bends.

Exterior mirrors

Bi - xenon headlamps

At the rear as at the front, the G - Class shines

with an impressive light system including oval
tail lights with a sophisticated LED look and
the hallmark rectangular light clusters.

The exterior mirrors round o the lighting concept, with standard features including integrated
indicators and front area lighting. Whats more,
they are electrically adjustable, heated and
automatically dimming, assuring you a clear
view of other trac at all times.

Tail light

48

Equipment | Standard equipment

Adaptability : the G - Class caters to your needs

Clear and practical : the G - Class controls and memory function

Everything in the G - Class can be controlled simply and intuitively : from

the exterior mirrors to the central locking. This is not only practical and
convenient, it also enhances safety at critical moments.
Clear indicators and functional controls quickly enable drivers to familiarise themselves with the G the automatic climate control system, for
example, is extremely easy to use.

Air - conditioning controls

The standard equipment package for the G - Class also provides for innitely
variable adjustment and storing of the seat, head - restraint, steering - wheel
and exterior - mirror positions for up to three people. One press of a button
is all it takes for the G - Class to nd your preferred settings. Making it
entirely your own G - Class once more.

Memory function

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Equipment | Standard equipment

Inner values matter to the G - Class

The interior : cleverly thought - out equipment and appointments coupled with timeless design

Clear, puristic lines lend the exterior of the

G - Class its distinctive appearance. And there is
a natural continuation of this design philosophy
in the classically modern interior.

sophisticated navigation system ( standard

for the G 500 and G 55 AMG ).

Beneath the pristine surface, however, lies

state - of - the - art Mercedes - Benz technology :
from the multifunction steering wheel to the

Standard equipment for the G 320 CDI includes

the high - tech Audio 20 radio, while the range
of audio options for the long Station Wagon
includes a Harman Kardon sound system with
10 high - end loudspeakers.

Audio 20 radio

Door sill panel

But its not just the technical equipment that

displays the inner values of the G - Class. So do
the stylishly incorporated ne - wood and
chrome trim elements that give the passenger
compartment the perfect nishing touches.

Differential lock buttons

Equipment | Standard equipment

Standard equipment ( selection )

7G - TRONIC 7 - speed automatic transmission / 5 - speed automatic transmission in the G 55 AMG

Headlamp Assist

12 - volt sockets in front passenger footwell, rear and load compartment

Headlamp cleaning system

Airbags for driver and front passenger, long Station Wagon also features windowbags

Heated front seats

AMG light - alloy wheels, painted titanium grey2

ISOFIX child seat attachment points4

Anti - lock braking system ( ABS ) and Brake Assist ( BAS )

Leather upholstery1, designo leather upholstery2

Armrest between front seats with stowage compartment and cup holder

Light - alloy wheels 18 - inch for G 500, 16 - inch for G 320 CDI

ASSYST service interval indicator

Low - range gear reduction ( electrically selectable while on the move )

Belt tensioners on front seats

Multifunction steering wheel in leather3, multifunction steering wheel and selector lever

Bi - xenon headlamps

in leather / wood1, 2

Cabriolet soft - top, black, electrohydraulically operated

Permanent all - wheel drive with dierential

Cargo retainers in luggage compartment

Power - adjustable front seats with memory for seats and exterior mirrors
Power windows

Central locking with infrared remote control and interior switch

1, 2

COMAND APS control and display system / Audio 20 CD radio

Rain sensor

Cruise control with variable speed limiter

Seat belts, 3 - point design ( ve ) in long Station Wagon

Dierential locks ( transfer case, front and rear axle )

Seat belts, 3 - point design ( four ) in short Station Wagon and Cabriolet

Electronic brake force distribution ( EBD )

Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat

Electronic Stability Program ( ESP )

Split - folding rear bench seat ( 1 / 2 : 1 / 2 ) for short Station Wagon and Cabriolet

Electronic Traction System for all - wheel drive ( 4ETS )

Split - folding rear bench seat ( 1 / 3 : 2 / 3 ) for long Station Wagon

Exterior mirrors with integral indicators and front area lighting, power - adjustable,

Steering column power - adjustable, automatic steering wheel adjustment to facilitate entry / exit

heated and automatically dimming

THERMATIC automatic climate control

Fog lamps with integral cornering light function

Trailer socket, 13 - pin

Four illuminated door sill panels2, illuminated front door sill panels1
G - Line ne wood trim in anthracite3 / burr walnut1 / designo2

Standard specication for G 500

Standard specication for G 55 AMG

Standard specication for G 320 CDI

Only for long Station Wagon

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Equipment | Light - alloy wheels

Leaves its mark where only

few dare to tread
Reassuring : wheels with tyre pressure monitoring system

As well as transferring lateral forces, driving power and

braking power to the road, the G - Class wheels also have
to perform when there are no roads at all.
The long Station Wagon is available with an integral tyre
pressure monitoring system as an optional extra. The
electronic system checks the tyre pressure constantly
whilst driving and immediately informs the driver of any
pressure loss.

18 - inch light - alloy wheel ( standard for G 55 AMG )

Equipment | Light - alloy wheels

Reveal a new side of your G - Class

The stylish light - alloy wheels for the G - Class
We cant reinvent the wheel. But that doesnt
stop us from improving upon it. Our selection of
light - alloy wheels is designed to further boost
the appeal of your G - Class.

18 - inch 6 - spoke light - alloy wheels are available

as optional extras for these models.

The standard light - alloy wheels feature dynamic

5 - spoke styling and are available in 16 - inch
guise ( G 320 CDI ) or 18 - inch format ( G 500 ).

The 18-inch light-alloy wheels painted in titanium

grey are exclusively available for the G 55 AMG.
Their striking design is the ideal match for this
powerful variant and exudes stylishness from top
to bottom.

16 - inch light - alloy wheel ( standard for G 320 CDI )

18 - inch light - alloy wheel ( standard for G 500 )

18 - inch light - alloy wheel ( optional extra for G 320 CDI / G 500 )

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Equipment | Optional extras

The G - Class carries on long after others have stopped

The optional extras
Although the G - Class comes with an extensive package
of standard equipment, it goes one step further by oering
an equally wide range of optional extras.
By way of example, the reversing camera attached at the
rear in combination with the COMAND APS control and
display system and the ultrasonic reversing aid. The reversing camera not only proves its worth when parking but
also when manoeuvring on terrain which might have a few
surprises in store for you.

COMAND APS

The latest - generation COMAND APS control and display

system does a lot more than just display the reversing
cameras images. You can also employ it to control all the
audio, telematics and telecommunications functions via
an easy-to-use interface. For example, the navigation system
with compass function or your entertainment programme,
including MP3 les as well as radio and DVD.

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Equipment | Optional extras

Comfortable seats for an even better driving feel

The multicontour seat in the G - Class

The G - Class with heated multicontour seat provides an outstanding level

of comfort which is sure to be appreciated on long as well as short trips.
The multicontour seat has optimal, ergonomic contouring and is individually
adjustable for hardness. Several air chambers under the upholstery material
allow you to adjust the multicontour seat precisely according to your own
preferences. The chambers in the lumbar area, backrest side bolsters and
front seat cushion can be inated to provide you with excellent stability
and lateral support on every trip.

Side stowage box

Side - facing bench seat

Equipment | Optional extras

58

Cabriolet
wheelbase 2400

G 320
CDI

G 500

G 320
CDI

G 500

Anti - theft alarm system

ARTICO man - made leather

Bumpers painted in body colour

Cargo retaining net

CD changer ( 6 - disc ) in load compartment

Cup holders front and rear

Optional extras ( selection )

Short Station Wagon

wheelbase 2400

G 320
CDI

G 500

G 55
AMG

Long Station Wagon

wheelbase 2850

Front multicontour seats

Heated steering wheel

Heavily tinted rear and load compartment side windows

and rear door
Integral garage door opener in interior mirror
Power - operated tilting / sliding sunroof

Pre - installation for mobile phone with interface2

1 Not

in conjunction with luggage cover, Code V 57

Cup holder

2 The

matching mobile phone cradle ( various makes ) is available from the Mercedes - Benz accessories range

Ultrasonic reversing aid

Equipment | Optional extras

Cabriolet
wheelbase 2400

Optional extras ( selection )

G 320
CDI

G 500

Short Station Wagon

wheelbase 2400

G 320
CDI

G 500

Long Station Wagon

wheelbase 2850

59

G 320
CDI

G 500

G 55
AMG

Reversing camera3

Running boards left and right in stainless steel

Side - facing bench seat, right ( one side ) and / or left

Sound system Harman Kardon

Spare wheel cover ( stainless steel )

Sports exhaust system

Trailer coupling with ball - type head

TV tuner ( for analogue / digital reception )4

Tyre pressure monitoring system

Ultrasonic reversing aid

O Available at extra cost

u Standard equipment

o Available as an option at no extra cost

3 Only

in conjunction with COMAND APS, Code ET 4, and ultrasonic reversing aid, Code J 44

5 Only

in conjunction with leather upholstery, Code VS 3 / VS 4 or VS 6

Tyre pressure monitoring system

4 Only

Not available

in conjunction with COMAND APS control and display system, Code ET 4

Colours and materials

61

Irresistibly attractive.
And remarkably resistant
Clearcoat with greater scratch resistance

1934. The rst Silver Arrow must be the only Mercedes - Benz to start out in life
with less - than - perfect paintwork. When the Mercedes - Benz engineers put the
newly developed W 25 racing car on the scales during scrutineering before the
Eifel Grand Prix at the Nrburgring in 1934, the 300-hp car weighed 751 kilograms
just one kilogram over the strict weight limit imposed by the international
racing federation. Well, that takes the shine o things, mused Mercedes racing
manager Alfred Neubauer then realised hed just put his nger on the solution.
He promptly ordered the engineers to sand down the white paintwork, thus exposing the silver-coloured aluminium bodywork. This shed the necessary weight and
the rest is history: Manfred von Brauchitsch won the race and it wasnt long before
the press were raving about the Silver Arrows, as they quickly dubbed them.
2008. Of course, things wouldnt have been so easy for the team if their car had
been sporting todays latest paintwork developed by Mercedes - Benz. This newly
developed clearcoat is much tougher than previous clearcoats and has a more
durable sheen which is noticeably more intense. Both clearcoat paint nishes
are more scratch-resistant and less susceptible to weather and environmental
inuences.

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Colours and materials | Paintwork

Non - metallic paints

Metallic paints

040 black

112 chromite black

349 lasurite blue

650 calcite white

197 obsidian black

359 tanzanite blue

300 periclase green

368 flint grey

The range of paint colours available

for the G - Class is so wide that you
can choose from five different shades
of black alone.

Colours and materials | Paintwork

Metallic paints

designo paintwork

541 thulite red

029 designo silver

039 designo mauritius blue

723 cubanite silver

032 designo mystic blue

041 designo graphite

775 iridium silver

033 designo mocha black

046 designo platinum black

798 sanidine beige

037 designo mystic red

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Colours and materials | Leather

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Who said adventures couldnt be luxurious ?

The leather appointments for the G - Class

Leather is an elegant, natural material that is durable and easy to look after.
It is ideal for everyday use or on long trips. Best of all, it has an attractive
look and a soft feel. There is a choice of leather appointments in black,
grey or cognac ( optional for the G 320 CDI and standard for the G 500 ).
But whichever one you choose, having an interior design in leather will
clearly emphasise the exclusivity of your G - Class.

designo leather appointments, standard for the G 55 AMG, lend your G-Class
a sumptuous charm. The seats, head restraints, interior panelling and
rued pockets are available in ten dierent shades from the designo range.

Grey leather

Cognac leather

Colours and materials | Upholstery

Where robustness meets elegance

The select fabric range

The G 320 CDI features the tried - and - trusted, high - quality fabric coverings
in grey and black as standard. Woven from selected textiles, they are an
excellent match for the interior design of the G - Class. The ARTICO interior
package gives you an extremely hardwearing material for the seats
and door side panelling. ARTICO man - made leather proves how elegant
robustness can be.

Grey fabric

Black fabric

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Colours and materials | Leather & upholstery

Fabric1

ARTICO man - made leather 2

Leather 3, 4

black

black

black

grey

grey

cognac

Colours and materials | Leather & upholstery

designo leather 2, 5

ZF2 designo corteccia

ZH2 designo light brown

ZF4 designo marron

ZK8 designo mystic red

ZF3 designo porcelain

ZJ5 designo chablis

ZK6 designo sand

ZL1 designo mauritius blue

ZH1 designo anthracite

1 Standard
2 Optional

3 Standard
4 Optional

specication for G 320 CDI

extra for G 320 CDI and G 500

specication for G 500

extra for G 320 CDI

5 Standard

specication for G 55 AMG

ZK7 designo graphite green

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Colours and materials | Wood

Wood

designo trim

G - Line anthracite1

ZG0 designo matt red - brown cinnamora 4, 5

Burr walnut 2, 3

ZM0 designo natural maple grain 4, 5

Back to nature
The wood trim elements for the G - Class

ZM5 designo natural poplar 4, 5

The wood trim brings a further aspect of nature into your

G - Class. Trim elements in G - Line anthracite in the
G 320 CDI, burr walnut wood in the G 500 or designo ne
wood in the G 55 AMG lend the interior an exclusive
ambience. The meticulous crafting of the wood gives the
surface an extremely pleasant feel. In combination with
the leather appointments, the wood trim elements create
a truly harmonious interplay of natural materials.

Standard specication for G 320 CDI

Standard specication for G 500

Optional extra for G 320 CDI

Optional extra for G 320 CDI and G 500

Standard specication for G 55 AMG

ZM7 designo anthracite poplar 4, 5

Colours and materials | Possible combinations

calcite white

black

chromite black

obsidian black

periclase green

lasurite blue

tanzanite blue

int grey

thulite red

cubanite silver

iridium silver

sanidine beige

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black

grey

black

grey

cognac

black

grey

cognac

NON - METALLIC
PAINTS

METALLIC
PAINTS

G 320 CDI fabric, standard specication

G 320 CDI leather, optional extra

G 500 leather, standard specication

O Recommended

o Possible

t Not possible

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Technical features | Technical data

G 320 CDI

G 500

G 55 AMG

No. of cylinders / arrangement

6/V

8/V

8/V

Bore / stroke ( mm )

83.0 / 92.0

97.0 / 84.0

97.0 / 92.0

Total displacement ( cc )

2987

4966

5439

Rated output1 ( kW at rpm )

165 / 3800

218 / 5500

368 / 6100

Rated torque ( Nm at rpm )

540 / 1600 2400

456 / 2800 4000

700 / 2750 4000

Top speed, approx. ( km / h )

177

190

2102

Tyre size

265 / 70 R 16

265 / 60 R 18

285 / 55 R 18

Fuel consumption3 ( l / 100 km )

Diesel

Premium

Premium

urban / extra - urban / combined

13.4 / 9.7 / 11.0

20.6 / 12.5 / 15.5

21.4 / 12.7 / 15.9

Tank capacity ( l )

96

96

96

CO2 emissions3 ( g / km ) combined

302

370

378

Cabriolet

Station Wagon short / long

Cabriolet

Station Wagon short / long

Station Wagon long

Acceleration 0 100 km / h ( s )

8.8

8.8 / 9.1

7.3

7.3 / 7.5

5.5

Kerb weight4 ( kg )

2260

2275 / 2445

2250

2265 / 2400

2550

Payload ( kg )

590

575 / 755

600

585 / 800

650

Permissible GVW ( kg )

2850

2850 / 3200

2850

2850 / 3200

3200

Trailer load ( unbraked ) ( kg )

750

750 / 750

750

750 / 750

750

28505

28505 /

28505

28505 /

Trailer load ( braked ) incl. drawbar load ( kg )

115 kg short wheelbase

140 kg long wheelbase

/ 3500

/ 35006

35006

Gross combination weight ( kg )

5700

5700 / 6700

5700

5700 / 6560

6560

2Electronically governed
3 The gures shown were obtained in accordance with the prescribed measuring process ( Directive 80 / 1268 / EEC in the currently applicable
according to Directive 80 / 1269 / EEC in the currently applicable version
4 Figures according to Directive 1992 / 21 / EC, as amended
version ). The gures are not based on an individual vehicle and do not constitute part of the product oer ; they are provided solely for purposes of comparison between dierent vehicle models
5 Statutory requireby 1995 / 48 / EC ( kerb weight with fuel tank 90 % full, driver, 68 kg, and luggage, 7 kg ) for standard - specication vehicles. Optional extras and accessories will generally increase this gure and reduce the payload capacity accordingly
6
ments met for 12 % gradient at 2850 kg
Statutory requirements met for 12 % gradient at 3500 kg

1 Figures

Technical features | Dimensions

The G - Class
1660
1720

750
1191
1141

1072

1015
726
467

1182

1191
1141

460
492
415

380
1300

1210
1021
690

1072
460
492

467
415

380

380

646 1

646 1

820

2850
approx. 4662

783

820

2400
approx. 4212

1210
1191

380
1300

783

1000
1054

1062
690

460
492

467
415

19312
380

650 1
2171
820

2400
approx. 4257

783

1475
1760
2007

The dimensions shown are mean values ( in mm ) and apply to standard - specication vehicles carrying three occupants weighing 68 kg each
1 With

maximum permissible payload

2 Height

of Cabriolet : 1941 mm

205 1
1475

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Large ramp angle

Angle of approach 36/ departure 27

Slope - climbing ability up to 80 %, depending on terrain

Ground clearance 21 cm

Directionally stable on lateral slopes up to 54 %

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Service

Anyone opting for a Mercedes buys far more than just a car
Comprehensive service offered by Mercedes - Benz
Mercedes - Benz Centres
It all started in Berlin at the end of 2000 : the
concept of the car dealership was reinvented
with the opening of the rst Mercedes - Benz
Centre. Featuring the entire Mercedes - Benz
model line - up as well as the accessories range,
brand merchandise and an attractive programme
of events, the Centres oer a welcoming environment in which to experience the brand at rst
hand. Now the legend surrounding the Mercedes
star can be experienced at rst hand in many
major European cities.
And even when youre not in a large city, you are
never far from the wide range of services, the
comprehensive customer care and the high quality
which you expect from Mercedes - Benz. A close knit network of company branches and authorised
dealers makes sure of that. You can count on
their support at every stage before, during and,
most importantly, long after the purchase of
your Mercedes.

Mercedes - Benz Museum

More than 120 years of automotive history brought
together under one roof thats the Mercedes-Benz
Museum in Untertrkheim, Stuttgart. Waiting
to whisk visitors away into a fascinating world
are exhibitions covering a total of 16,500 m2 of
oor space. You can see the very rst modern-day
car, the Mercedes Simplex, take a nostalgic look
back at over 100 years of motorsport, and, of
course, admire our classics, such as the Gullwing
and the Tail Fin. Legendary cars such as these
have always occupied a special place in the hearts
of car enthusiasts. Now they have a special place
of their own in the Mercedes - Benz Museum.
We look forward to welcoming you there soon.

MercedesCard
It acts as your ticket to the world of Mercedes Benz and doubles as a handy credit card. And if
you complete the annual questionnaire, theres
no fee to pay either. In the regular MercedesCard
Journal youll nd details of sporting, cultural
and travel oers which have been specially selected for you as well as attractive products. The
Mercedesmagazine features interesting articles
about the Mercedes - Benz brand. Your MercedesCard VISA also gives you free entry to the
Mercedes - Benz Museum. All further information
about the oers can be found at
www.mercedes - benz.de / mercedescard
Information about the MercedesCard in
Austria and Switzerland can be found on the
Mercedes - Benz websites for these countries.

Service

Service24h
The feel - good factor, which kicks in when you sit
behind the wheel of your new Mercedes for the
rst time, is further enhanced by the knowledge
that Mercedes - Benz Service24h is there for you
around the clock 365 days a year. Experience
shows that your Mercedes model is extremely unlikely to suer a technical problem or breakdown.
And even if the unthinkable happens, you can
always count on Mercedes - Benz Service24h,
wherever you are in Europe. Just call our Service
Hotline on 00800 1 777 7777* at any time. One
of our specialists will take your call and arrange
professional assistance for you immediately. By
the time you put down the phone, our Service24h
team will be getting ready to make their way to
you. It will often be possible to sort out the problem
at the scene. If this is not the case, however, we
will of course arrange for your car to be taken to
the nearest Mercedes - Benz workshop.

Mercedes-Benz Bank
If you already have your heart set on your
dream car and want to remain nancially exible,
you may be interested in our range of nancial
services. We are your one - stop shop for leasing,
nancing, insurance and service packages. Our
easy - to - use online calculator allows you to work
out your monthly payments in advance. As well
as tailored nancial services for your car, we also
oer an attractive range of investment products,
including instant - access savings accounts, xed interest products and investment funds. For further
information, please call us on 01803 / 32 22 65
( 9 ct / min from Deutsche Telekom landlines,
charges for calls from mobile phones may vary )
or visit us at : www.mercedes - benz - bank.de
*Freephone number, mobile - phone rates may dier.
In non - aliated European countries: +49 69 95 30 72 77

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Test drive

Enrich your experience

Test drive the vehicle of your dreams
A Mercedes is most at home on the road. This is the only way to experience the
eortlessly superior driving feel that makes every model so special. Feel the
power of the engine as it propels the car forwards. And marvel at the precise steering, designed to put you in the mood for driving. The unique feeling of driving
a Mercedes cannot be gleaned from a brochure. Which is why wed like to invite
you to take a test drive. Your Mercedes-Benz dealer will be happy to make all
the necessary arrangements for you. Simply visit www.mercedes-benz.de to
locate your nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer. We look forward to seeing you.
You can also go online. Here you will nd our Interactive Owners Manual
containing informative clips and simulations. So you can familiarise yourself
with how your favourite model works straight away. For further details, visit:
www.mercedes-benz.de/betriebsanleitung

Take - back of end - of - life vehicles. Coming full circle. At the end of its long life, you can return your G - Class to us for environment friendly disposal in accordance with the EC End - Of - Life Vehicle Directive1. But that day lies a long way o.
1 Applies

in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight. Mercedes - Benz vehicles have met the statutory regulations governing the suitability
of their design for reuse and recycling for a number of years now. A network of vehicle take - back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your
vehicle in an environment - friendly manner. The ways in which both vehicles and parts can be recovered are subject to ongoing development and improvement. Consequently,
the G - Class will be able to comply with any future increases in the recycling quota within the stipulated time limits. Further information can be obtained by calling
00800 1 777 7777.

Please note : changes may have been made to the products since this brochure went to press ( 31.12.2007 ). The manufacturer reserves
the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specication during the delivery period, provided these changes, while taking
into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed reasonable with respect to the purchaser. Where the vendor or the manufacturer
uses symbols or numbers to describe an order or the subject of an order, no rights may be derived solely from these. The illustrations
may show accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of standard specication. Colours may dier slightly from those
shown in the brochure, owing to the limitations of the printing process. This brochure has been compiled by Daimler AG of Germany
and is distributed internationally. It provides a general indication of the range of models, features, optional extras and / or colours available
in various countries. Some of the models, features, optional extras and / or colours shown may not be available in your country or may
only be available in a dierent specication. Additionally some models, features, optional extras and / or colours may only be available in
combination with others. For current and more specic information in relation to the range of models, features, optional extras and / or
colours available in your country, and their pricing, you should contact your nearest authorised Mercedes - Benz Passenger Car Dealer.

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