2014 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Reminiscent of those ‘70s-era Range Rovers and Land Cruisers that introduced the world to the sport utility vehicle, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has kept its no-nonsense, box-like profile, yet continues to improve power numbers, prowess and posh. Make no mistake, however, that this is truly a niche vehicle with little to recommend it, practicality-wise, except status, though it does sport 79.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the rear seatbacks folded.
A dedicated rock crawler, this 5-seat luxury sport ute is expected to return with a pair of trims: the base G550 and the turbocharged G63 AMG, the latter a product of Mercedes’ AMG racing division. Both trims come with standard full-time 4-wheel drive (4WD) that sports all-wheel-drive (AWD) agility on dry pavement and the ability to divert torque from the wheels that slip to the wheels that grip in sloppy conditions. Then this rugged 4WD system goes on to offer three locking differentials (center, front, and rear) that can be engaged sequentially for a multitude of mountaineering maneuvers. Alas, the question inevitably remains: If you’re well-off enough to afford one of these beasts, why would you want to take it far from the admiring suburban crowd?
In any case, look for this squared-off Mercedes to sport, in its entry-level G550 iteration, 18-inch alloy wheels, a power sunroof, step running boards and heated power-adjustable mirrors outside, with premium leather upholstery, leather and genuine wood cabin accents, full power accessories and heated power-adjustable front seats gracing the inside.
Cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering, a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, and a remote garage door opener adorn both G-Class trims, as does dual-zone climate control, and Mercedes’ touted COMAND infotainment system with its 7-inch display that monitors the standard navigation system and Bluetooth hands-free calling.
Entertainment, meanwhile, is offered via a premium Harman Kardon audio extravaganza that sports 450 watts of power, a 6-CD changer, 12 speakers, a video monitor, satellite radio, a memory card slot, and various Mbrace-interfaced smartphone apps.
The up-powered G-Class G63 AMG, as noted, carries all the bells and whistles of its lesser sibling, as well as standard 20-inch alloy wheels and auto engine start-stop technology that may fool some into thinking this beast is actually good on gas.
Meanwhile, options are few in this already well-equipped luxury ute, but upgraded wheels, and unique interior accents and colors are available as accessories.
Powering the entry-level G550 is a variable-valve-timed (VVT) 5.5-liter V8 engine that mates with the standard 7-speed shiftable automatic transmission (with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters) for 382 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. Mileage, however, is estimated at a distastefully wasteful 12 mpg city/15 highway.
The potent twin-turbocharged version of the 5.5-liter V8, along with the 7-speed shiftable automatic (again with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters), endows the G63 AMG with 536 hp and 561 lb-ft of torque, while gas mileage gets even worse at 12/14. Finally, towing, again a somewhat far-fetched concept for those who have the wherewithal to flaunt the fashionably retro G-Class, is maxed out at 7,000 pounds with the proper equipment.
Standard safety equipment of note aboard both 2014 G-Class editions is expected to include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, and front side-mounted airbags. Daytime running lights will remain standard, as will turn-signal-integrated mirrors, front fog/driving lights, Mercedes’ PreSafe pre-collision safety system, and a post-collision safety system bolstered by Mbrace emergency communications and alerts. Finally, blind-spot monitoring and a remote antitheft alarm also will return as standard safety equipment aboard both trims this year.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · HD radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.38 · Locking differential: center · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Brush guard: for headlights · Door handle color: black · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Running boards: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Yelp · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlight cleaners: heated · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear suspension type: trailing arms · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · In-Dash CD: DVD · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · HD radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: audio system · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.38 · Locking differential: center · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Brush guard: for headlights · Door handle color: black · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Running boards: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlight cleaners: heated · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear suspension type: trailing arms · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: with washer
