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Mercedes-Benz G-class W460 Facelift 3 (2015–2017) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | AMG G 63 V8 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS | 7 | 571 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | AMG G 65 V12 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS | 7 | 630 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | G 350d V6 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 245 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | G 500 V8 4x4² 7G-TRONIC | 9 | 422 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Mercedes-Benz G-class W460 Facelift 3 overview
The Mercedes-Benz G-class (W460 Facelift 3) is the 1st generation of the G-class, built from 2015 to 2017. It is offered as an Off Road Vehicle with 4 engines (diesel, petrol), from 245 HP to 621 HP. The AMG G 65 V12 (621 Hp) 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS (USA) reaches a top speed of 230 km/h and is 4763 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz G-class have?
The Mercedes-Benz G-class (W460 Facelift 3) has 245 HP to 621 HP, depending on the engine: 3.0 Om642 (245 HP), 4.0 M176 (422 HP), 5.5 M157 (563 HP), 6.0 M279 (621 HP).
What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz G-class?
The Mercedes-Benz G-class is available with 4 engines: 3.0 Om642 (245 HP, diesel), 4.0 M176 (422 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (563 HP, petrol), 6.0 M279 (621 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz G-class?
The Mercedes-Benz G-class is 4763 mm long, 1938 mm tall, with a 2850 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz G-class Long W463 facelift_4 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2015–2017 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon |
| Variant | AMG G 65 V12 (621 Hp) 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS (USA) |
| Body type | Off Road Vehicle |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 621 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ min rpm | 5000 rpm |
| Power @ max rpm | 5300 rpm |
| Torque | 1000 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 2300 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4300 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 230 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 5.2 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M279.982 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5980 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 82.6 mm |
| Stroke | 93.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Injection system | Direct Injection |
| Aspiration | Biturbo Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 10.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | All wheel drive (4x4) |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives Permanently The Four Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | torque_converter |
| Gears | 7 |
| Gearbox code | amg-722.9-7g-tronic-plus |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 4763 mm |
|---|---|
| Height | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm |
| Front track | 1501 mm |
| Rear track | 1501 mm |
| Boot space | 1280 – 2251 L |
| Ground clearance | 196 mm |
| Turning circle | 13.6 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 2687 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 19.6 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 96.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring Rigid Axle Suspension Trailing Arm |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Rigid Axle Suspension Trailing Arm Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 376x36 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 330x22 mm |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 295/40 R21 |
| Wheel rims | 10J x 21 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 4.3 kg/Hp, 231.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 2.7 kg/Nm, 372.2 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2015 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2017 |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2055 |
| Front Overhang | 782 |
| Rear Overhang | 820 |
| Wading Depth | 600 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.