Diesel, electric, hybrid and petrol · 2002–2027

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Fuel consumption, running costs and specs for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. By the official figures, the 2026 uses 8.3 L/100km.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class in black
Fuel use
8.3 L/100km
2026 official
On a full tank
1,202 km
100 L tank
Seats
5

What a G-Class costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use, Canada first.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$24.46 per 100 km$2,691
Australia$2.42/L petrol$20.11 per 100 km$2,232
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£23.35 per 100 miles£1,635
United States$4.35/gal petrol$15.40 per 100 miles$2,079

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

W463A, 2018–2027

Specs for the G 500 4.0 V8. Other versions differ; the figures at the top are the most efficient version's.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
W463A
Built
2018-2027
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,817 mm
Width
1,931 mm
Height
1,969 mm
Wheelbase
2,890 mm
Kerb weight
2,414 kg
Boot
667 L

Engine

Engine
4.0 L V8 twin-turbo petrol
Engine size
3,982 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Twin turbo
Power
310 kW
Torque
610 Nm
Gearbox
9-speed automatic
0–100 km/h
5.9 s

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
12 L/100km
CO₂
275 g/km
Fuel tank
100 L
Minimum petrol
95 RON

Safety

Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2027Hybrid15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2027Electric29.7 kWh/100km2.1 mi/kWh71 MPGe400 km
2026Diesel8.3 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2026Petrol15.3 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2026Hybrid15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2026Electric33.6 kWh/100km1.9 mi/kWh62 MPGe384 km
2025Diesel9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2025Petrol15.3 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2025Hybrid15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2025Electric33.6 kWh/100km1.9 mi/kWh62 MPGe384 km
2024Petrol13.5 L/100km21 mpg17 mpg—
2023Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2023Diesel9.5 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2022Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2022Diesel9.5 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2021Diesel9.5 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2021Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2020Diesel9.9 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2020Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2019Petrol13.2 L/100km21 mpg18 mpg—
2018Petrol13.6 L/100km21 mpg17 mpg—
2018Diesel10.8 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2017Diesel11.0 L/100km26 mpg21 mpg—
2017Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2016Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2016Diesel9.9 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2015Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
2014Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
2014Diesel11.1 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2013Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
2012Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
2011Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2010Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2009Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2008Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2007Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2006Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2005Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2004Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—
2003Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—

Mercedes-Benz G-Class questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class uses 8.3 L/100km by its official figures. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much electricity does the Mercedes-Benz G-Class use?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class uses 29.7 kWh/100km officially (2.1 mi/kWh, 71 MPGe). Its official range is 400 km.

How much does a Mercedes-Benz G-Class cost to run a year in Canada?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $2,691 in New Zealand, $2,232 in Australia, £1,635 in United Kingdom, $2,079 in United States.

How far does a Mercedes-Benz G-Class go on a full tank?

About 1,202 km from its 100 L tank at its official fuel use.

How big is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's boot?

667 L, for the G 500 4.0 V8.

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