The legendary Mercedes-Benz G-Class clearly sets the standards for all other wannabe SUVs, with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 under its hood to set off all the fireworks. This engine churns out a fiery power output of 416 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque. Mercedes-Benz mates its engine to a 9-speed automatic transmission to handle the lofty performance levels of the engine. As expected, the automatic gearbox works seamlessly with its accurate gear shifts in every situation.
To take your SUV for an adventure in the mud and dirt, Mercedes-Benz transmits power to its segment-defining 4MATIC all-wheel-drivetrain as standard. The base G-Wagon gets the privilege of 4 driving modes to choose from, with each driving mode customizing the traction of the SUV according to the terrain. Drivers who want to get a full feel of the G-Wagon’s performance prowess can also use the paddle shifters, to gain full precise control of the SUV. Despite its breadbox-like body, the G-Wagon can still zip past the 0-60 mph run in 5.8 seconds and the quarter-mile run in 14.3 seconds. The G-Wagon reaches its peak potential at a top speed of 130 MPH.
Models
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2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550
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2020 Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography
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2020 Lexus LX 570
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MSRP
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$130,900
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$143,800
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$86,480
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Engine
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4.0-liter Twin-Turbo V-8
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5.0-liter Supercharger Premium V-8
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5.7-liter Premium V-8
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Drivetrain
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AWD
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4WD
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4WD
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Transmission
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9-speed automatic w/OD
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8-speed automatic w/OD
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8-speed automatic w/OD
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Power (hp @ RPM)
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416 @ 5250
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518 @ 6000
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383 @ 5600
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Torque (lb-ft @ RPM)
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450 @ 2000
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461 @ 2500
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403 @ 3600
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0-60 MPH (seconds)
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5.8
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5.1
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6.9
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Quarter-Mile (seconds)
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14.3
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NA
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15
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Top-Speed (MPH)
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130
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137
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137
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The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is right on par with its fierce rivals in terms of torque. The Range Rover's astounding 518 horses give it the advantage in the speed charts. The G-Wagon does manage to beat the Lexus LX 570 in the speed charts. The Mercedes has the lowest top speed compared to its rivals.
How well does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class handle?
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class sports a coil underneath its floor rather than an air suspension setup that is found on most modern off-road crawlers today. Ironically, these steel springs still perform their job as intended, making up for a very fun outing in the wilderness with its share of bumps. The G-Wagon gets the traditional passive-style dampers as standard, but adaptive dampers are also available as an option. Combined with the independent front suspension, these adaptive dampers provide the best G-Wagon ride compared to any of its predecessors. The ride quality is still a bit suspect in everyday driving conditions, so it may take some time to get accustomed to that.
The suspension tends to get stiffer on pothole-filled roads, which makes up for very bumpy ride quality. The three locking differentials conquer any extreme terrain like there is no tomorrow, and the full-time 4MATIC 4-wheel-drive system plays its part as well. The G-Wagon’s mouthwatering off-roading caliber is no surprise, as the SUV can traverse through 28 inches of water and conquer steep inclines up to 35 degrees. Drivers might want to take full advantage of the G-Mode off-pavement system on an off-road adventure, as this system continuously adapts the sensitivity of throttle, steering, and damping forces. Thus, the G-Class is capable of conquering the most extreme terrains on the planet, including deserts and ice.
2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Braking Performance
The illustrious Mercedes nametag brings more than just performance to the table. The G-Class features ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear ends to stop the momentum of the heavy SUV within seconds. The SUV equips 13.9-inch brake rotors in the front and 13.6-inch brake rotors in the rear. Although the 60-0 braking data is not known, the G-Wagon still inspires confidence in the driver whenever he pushes the braking pedal.
Models
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2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550
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2020 Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography
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2020 Lexus LX 570
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Brake Rotors: Front (inches)
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13.9
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15
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13.9
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Brake Rotors: Rear (inches)
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13.6
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14.4
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13.6
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Curb Weight (lbs)
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5551
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5254
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6000
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60-0 MPH (feet)
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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No automakers have let the cat out of the bag regarding the braking performance of any performance SUVs in this comparison. Hence, we cannot speculate anything regarding the 60-0 braking performance yet. Based on the available data we can understand that the Lexus might have difficulties in stopping the car because of its heavyweight which is followed by the G-Class Wagon and the Land Rover.