2008 MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS SUV Owners Manual

Vehicle identification plates
262 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to the information on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the chas-
sis on the right when viewed in the direction
of travel. 1
Vehicle identification number (VIN) Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine
block (crankcase). More information can be
obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Technical data
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Engine
263Engine
G 500 G 320 CDI G 55 AMG
Rated output
285 kW (387 bhp) 165 kW (224 bhp) 373 kW (507 bhp)
At engine speed
6,000 rpm 3,800 rpm 6,100 rpm
Rated torque
530 Nm 540 Nm 700 Nm
At engine speed
2,800 – 4,800 rpm 1,600 – 2,400 rpm 2,650 – 4,000 rpm
Number of cylinders
8 6 8
Displacement
5,461 cm
3 2,987 cm
3 5,439 cm
3 Maximum engine speed
6,500 rpm 4,500 rpm 6,500 rpm Technical data
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Performance
264 Performance
Speeds
G 500 G 320 CDI G 55 AMG
Maximum speed
210 km/h 180 km/h 210 km/hTechnical data
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Performance
265Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h
Long-wheel base station wagon G 500 G 320 CDI G 55 AMG
7-speed automatic transmission
6.1 seconds
18 9.1 seconds 5.5 seconds
Short wheel base station wagon
G 500 G 320 CDI
7-speed automatic transmission
5.9 seconds
18 8.8 seconds
Cabriolet
G 500 G 320 CDI
7-speed automatic transmission
5.9 seconds
18 8.8 seconds
18
Value stated has been calculated. Technical data
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Tyres and wheels
266 Tyres and wheels
Points to remember
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres which
have been approved specifically for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These tyres are
specially adapted for use with the control
systems, such as ABS or ESP ®
, and are
marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can-
not accept any responsibility for damage
which may occur. Information about tyres
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
! If you fit tyres other than those tested and
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, charac-
teristics such as handling, noise levels and
fuel consumption, etc. could be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, dimensional variations and different
tyre deformation characteristics could
cause the tyres to come into contact with
the bodywork and axle components. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle. i
Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You will find a table of tyre pressures on the
inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap. You
will find further information about tyre pres-
sures in the "Operation" section
(Y page 164).
Tyre speed index The speed index is a part of the tyre designa-
tion. It specifies the speed range for which a
tyre is approved.
Code Speed
S
Maximum 180 km/h
H
Maximum 210 km/h
V
Maximum 240 km/hTechni
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Tyres and wheels
267Tyres
G 500
G 320 CDI G 55 AMG
16" Tyres
265/70 R16 112 H M+S
19 –
Light-alloy wheels
7.5J x 16 H2 ET63 –
18" Tyres
265/60 R18 109 H
19 265/60 R18 109 H M+S
Light-alloy wheels
7.5J x 18 H2 ET63 7.5J x 18 H2 ET43
Tyres
265/60 R18 110 V M+S
20 –
Light-alloy wheels
7.5J x 18 H2 ET63 –
19" Tyres
–
275/55 R19 111 V M+S
21 Light-alloy wheels
– 9.5J x 19 H2 ET50
i
You can obtain information about the use
of tyres in dimensions not listed here from
any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
19 Tyre manufacturer recommended by Mercedes Benz: Bridgestone.
20 Tyre manufacturer recommended by Mercedes Benz: Yokohama.
21 Use of snow chains not permitted. Techni
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Tyres and wheels
268 Spare wheel
! The spare wheel* must be inflated to the maximum tyre pressure given in the table on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
i The spare wheel on the G 500 corresponds to the standard tyres. G 320 CDI G 55 AMG
18" Tyres
265/60 R18 110 V M+S
22 265/60 R18 110 V M+S
22 Light-alloy wheels
7.5J x 18 H2 ET63 7.5J x 18 H2 ET43
22
Tyre manufacturer recommended by Mercedes-Benz: Yokohama. Techni
cal data
* optional
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Vehicle dimensions
269Vehicle dimensions
Long wheelbase station wagon Short wheelbase station wagon
Vehicle length (ECE)
23 4,668 – 4,811 mm 4,218 – 4,361 mm
Vehicle width with mirrors fol-
ded out 23 2,007 mm 2,007 mm
Vehicle width with mirrors fol-
ded in 23 1,760 – 1,885 mm 1,760 – 1,810 mm
Vehicle height
23 1,927 – 1,977 mm 1,927 – 1,977 mm
Ground clearance
23 205 – 230 mm 205 – 230 mm
Wheelbase
2,850 mm 2,400 mm
Turning circle
13.2 – 13.3 mm 11.3 m
G 55 AMG Cabriolet
Vehicle length (ECE)
4,690 mm
4,263 – 4,406 mm
24 Vehicle width with mirrors fol-
ded out 2,005 mm
2,007 mm
24 Vehicle width with mirrors fol-
ded in 1,855 mm
1,760 – 1,810 mm
24 Vehicle height
1,965 mm
1,927 – 1,977 mm
24 23
Dimensions may vary according to vehicle equipment.
24 Dimensions may vary according to vehicle equipment. Te
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