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Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC:  An In-Depth Look At Mercedes' Four Wheel Drive Model Range, Technology And History
Posted January 4th, 2007 At 12:20 PM CST




1. Model Range
2. 4MATIC Technology in the S-Class
3. The New-Generation E-Class with 4MATIC
4. The Mercedes-Benz SUVs
5. The G-Class
6. Tradition with Traction
7. Overview of 4MATIC Model Range

 

The G-Class: Into the 28th year of production with renewed zeal

  • G 320 CDI: advanced V6 diesel engine developing 165 kW/224 hp

  • All-wheel drive expertise: powerful drive and safety systems

  • Versatility: three body variants, one exclusive AMG top-of-the-line model

Stuttgart, Jan 04, 2007
Never before has the Mercedes-Benz G-Class been so modern, innovative and comfortable. The latest incarnation of the classic off-road vehicle, which has been in production for 27 years, comes with an advanced V6 diesel engine. The 2987-cc light-alloy powerplant delivers 165 kW/224 hp and a maximum torque of 540 Newton metres, and is fitted as standard with a maintenance-free particulate filter. The G-Class line-up also includes two eight-cylinder models: the G 500 developing 218 kW/296 hp and the G 55 AMG whose AMG V8 supercharged engine boasts an output of 368 kW/500 hp and 700 Newton metres of torque.

The most important data for the G-Class at a glance:

  Cyl. cc kW/hp
at rpm
Nm from rpm Trans-
mission
0-100
s
max
Top
Speed
(kmk/h)
l/100
km
NEDC
comb.
G 320 CDI
V6
2987 165/224
3800
540
1600
7G-TRONIC 9.1
177
11.0
G 500
V8
4966 228/296
5500
456
2800
7G-TRONIC 7.5
190
15.5
G 55 AMG
V8
5439 368/500
6100
700
2750
5-speed
automatic
trans-mission
5.5
210
15.9

All figures refer to long Station Wagon

And in terms of drive system the Mercedes-Benz evergreen off-roader is still rated one of the best vehicles in its class. The standard-fit, electronically controlled 4ETS traction system improves adhesion when moving off and accelerating on slippery, wet or icy surfaces. The Electronic Stability Program ESP® and the automatic Brake Assist system are also standard across the current G-Class range, along with the permanent all-wheel drive. In difficult off-roading conditions, three selectable differential locks with a locking factor of 100 percent and a low-range transfer case ratio can be engaged at the touch of a button.

The G 320 CDI and G 500 models are offered in all three body variants: the two Station Wagon versions with short or long wheelbase as well as the lavish Cabriolet with electro-hydraulic soft-top are available. The G 55 AMG top-of-the-line model is only available as a five-door Station Wagon.

 

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