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Mercedes-Benz G-Class — price 2026, specs, on-road price & review
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, the combustion G-Wagen, is sold in India as the G 450d turbo-diesel (367 PS, 4MATIC) and the Mercedes-AMG G 63 twin-turbo V8 (585 PS), including a limited AMG G 63 Offroad Pro, from about Rs 2.90-3.80 crore ex-showroom. Mercedes-Benz sells the all-electric version separately as the G 580 with EQ Technology, a distinct nameplate, not a G-Class trim.
- Fuel / drive
- Diesel · Petrol
- 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 3 locking differentials, low-range transfer case · 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 3 locking differentials, low-range transfer case, optional AMG Active Ride Control
- Waiting period
- Mercedes-Benz India has said waiting periods…
- as of 7 Jul 2026
- On sale since
- 2013
- W464 facelift (2024-); AMG G 63 Offroad Pro (Sep 2026)
Variants & Ex-showroom Prices
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Variants and Prices in India
| Variant | Fuel | Transmission | Ex-showroom (Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| G 450d 3.0 DieselDiesel · 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC), 4MATIC all-wheel driveReintroduced the diesel engine to the G-Class line-up in India in October 2025, limited to small batches. | Diesel | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC), 4MATIC all-wheel drive | ₹2.90 crore |
| AMG G 63 4.0 PetrolPetrol · 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive | Petrol | 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive | ₹3.74 crore |
| AMG G 63 Offroad ProPetrol · 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel driveLimited-run trim launched 23 Sep 2026 with AMG Active Ride Control off-road suspension, Traction Pro mode, a roof luggage rack and a removable rear ladder; Rs 6 lakh premium over the standard AMG G 63. | Petrol | 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive | ₹3.80 crore |
What you actually pay
Mercedes-Benz G-Class On-Road Price in Hyderabad (Estimate)
Indicatively ₹3.50 crore – ₹4.75 crore on-road in Hyderabad for the base to top variant, built from the ex-showroom price plus Telangana life tax, first-year comprehensive insurance, registration and the road-safety cess.
| Component | Base variant | Top variant |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹2.90 crore | ₹3.80 crore |
| Telangana life tax (18%–21%) | ₹52.20 lakh – ₹60.90 lakh | ₹68.40 lakh – ₹79.80 lakh |
| Insurance, 1st year comprehensive (2.5–4%) | ₹7.25 lakh – ₹11.60 lakh | ₹9.50 lakh – ₹15.20 lakh |
| Registration + ₹5,000 road-safety cess + handling | ~₹6,000 | ~₹6,000 |
| On-road, Hyderabad (indicative) | ₹3.50 crore – ₹3.63 crore | ₹4.58 crore – ₹4.75 crore |
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Mileage (Claimed)
| Powertrain | Fuel | Mercedes-Benz claimed figure |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L inline-six turbo-diesel mild hybrid (G 450d) | Diesel · 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 3 locking differentials, low-range transfer case | 6.1 km/l (ARAI, multiple aggregator listings) |
| 4.0L M177 twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid (AMG G 63 / Offroad Pro) | Petrol · 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 3 locking differentials, low-range transfer case, optional AMG Active Ride Control | 8.47 km/l (ARAI, multiple aggregator listings) |
Engines, Motors & Gearboxes
G-Class Powertrain Options
3.0L inline-six turbo-diesel mild hybrid (G 450d)
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Displacement
- 2989 cc
- Power
- 367 PS + 20 PS ISG (270 kW + 15 kW)
- Torque
- 750 Nm
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 3 locking differentials, low-range transfer case
- Claimed efficiency
- 6.1 km/l (ARAI, multiple aggregator listings)
4.0L M177 twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid (AMG G 63 / Offroad Pro)
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Displacement
- 3982 cc
- Power
- 585 PS + 22 PS ISG @ 6000 rpm
- Torque
- 850 Nm @ 2500-3500 rpm
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 3 locking differentials, low-range transfer case, optional AMG Active Ride Control
- Claimed efficiency
- 8.47 km/l (ARAI, multiple aggregator listings)
Dimensions & Practicality
- Length
- 4825 mm
- Width
- 2187 mm
- Height
- 1973 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2890 mm
- Ground clearance
- 241 mm
- Boot space
- 640 L
- Seating
- 5
- Fuel tank
- 100 L
Feature List
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Features (from Mercedes-Benz’s official specification)
Safety
- Active Brake Assist (autonomous emergency braking)
- Level 2 ADAS with lane-keeping assist (AMG G 63 Offroad Pro)
- Blind Spot Assist / Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- 360-degree camera
- TPMS with in-cluster display
- High Beam Assist
- 3 selectable locking differentials, 100% locking effect
Comfort & Convenience
- 3-zone automatic climate control
- Nappa leather upholstery
- Powered front seats with memory function
- Ventilated front seats (AMG G 63)
- Ambient lighting
- Single-pane sunroof
- Burmester 3D surround sound, 18 speakers / 760 W
Technology
- Dual 12.3-inch MBUX displays (driver cluster + touchscreen), MBUX NTG7
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (AMG G 63 Offroad Pro); wired on other variants
- Augmented-reality off-road navigation
- Over-the-air software updates
- 'Transparent bonnet' under-car camera view (AMG G 63 Offroad Pro)
Exterior
- Updated radiator grille with chrome garnish
- AMG Line body styling, 20-inch AMG alloy wheels
- Manufaktur running boards (chrome or black)
- Roof luggage rack and removable rear ladder (Offroad Pro)
- Flared wheel arches, side-hinged tailgate with externally mounted spare wheel
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Colours
Brilliant Blue · Iridium Silver · Magnetite Black · Mojave Silver · Obsidian Black · Selenite Grey (6 options, per Mercedes-Benz)
G-Class Waiting Period
Typical across India: Mercedes-Benz India has said waiting periods across its Top-End Luxury segment run from about 4 months to roughly a year, specifically naming the AMG G 63 as the longest wait in its entire range. (as of 7 Jul 2026)
Use the wait well: book your AG1 PPF slot for delivery week so the film goes on before the first stone chip. WhatsApp your expected delivery date.
The Auto Grid Review
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Review: Our Verdict
The G-Class is one of the easiest big cars to film and one of the first to show its age doing it. The flat, boxy doors and bonnet mean we can template a full-body wrap in large, simple sections, but the exposed door hinges, the rivets on the flared wheel-arch flares and the tailgate-mounted spare-wheel cover all collect chips that the rest of the panel never sees. Most cars that come to Kondapur are AMG G 63s in Obsidian Black or Selenite Grey, bought far more for the door-latch thunk and the badge than for any genuine intention to go off-road; the handful of Offroad Pro and G 450d owners who do take it onto ORR service roads or weekend trails are the ones who actually need the underbody and rock-slider protection we recommend as an add-on. The G 63's optional AMG Active Ride Control cars ride noticeably flatter at speed, which at least means less stone-chip damage to the lower doors than we see on the standard air-suspension-free setup.
What we like
- +Genuinely capable off-road hardware: 3 locking differentials, low range and a 241mm ground clearance
- +AMG G 63's 585 PS V8 and 4.4-second 0-100kph time are a known quantity, not a marketing number
- +Flat, boxy panels are straightforward to protect and easy to keep looking sharp
- +Strong resale and the longest-running icon status of any Mercedes-Benz model
What we’d change
- –Among the most expensive SUVs sold in India before even reaching the AMG G 63 Offroad Pro
- –Fuel economy in single digits on the AMG G 63; the G 450d diesel is only modestly better
- –Most owners never use the off-road hardware they are paying for
- –Exposed hinges and flared-arch rivets are early chip magnets that need dedicated protection
Is the G-Class right for you? Seven driver personalities, scored
Find the row that sounds like your driving life — that is the verdict that matters for you.
City Commuter
10–30 km a day through traffic
A 2.2-metre-wide, heavy-steered off-roader is a poor daily city tool; narrow Hyderabad lanes and multi-level parking are genuinely difficult in it.
Highway Cruiser
ORR laps and expressway weekends
Stable and quiet enough at highway speed, but the boxy shape generates real wind noise above 120kph and it is not the relaxed cruiser a GLS or S-Class is.
Family First
Four or five aboard, school runs to road trips
Strictly 5 seats with no bigger option, and the previous-generation G-Class held a 5-star Euro NCAP rating (2019, now expired); still carries Active Brake Assist and multiple airbags as standard.
Driving Enthusiast
Cares how it steers, not just how it looks
The AMG G 63's V8 soundtrack, launch control and genuine off-road hardware make it one of the most characterful performance SUVs sold in India.
First-Car Buyer
Budget-conscious and resale-aware
Price, running costs and sheer size put the G-Class entirely outside any first-car conversation.
Chauffeur-Driven Executive
Judged from the rear seat
It is a status statement more than a limousine; the cabin is upmarket but the rear seat experience is not built around a chauffeur the way an S-Class or GLS is.
Weekend Explorer
Ghats, dirt tracks and monsoon roads
Three 100%-locking differentials, a low-range transfer case and a 700mm wading depth make this the most capable off-roader in the Mercedes-Benz India line-up.
Paint Protection
PPF for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class: What We Install and Why
Where it takes damage
Flat, boxy doors and the bonnet are large, simple panels to film, but the exposed door hinges, flared wheel-arch rivets, chrome grille garnish and the tailgate-mounted spare-wheel cover all chip first; rocker sills and rear corners take rock rash on the Offroad Pro when it is actually driven off-tarmac.
Our recommendation
AG1 full-body as the default given the price point, with the hinge lines, arch flares and grille garnish treated as priority zones; underbody and rock-slider protection added for G 450d and Offroad Pro owners who genuinely use the SUV's off-road hardware.
Coverage
Full-body coverage as standard; add underbody and sill guards for off-road use, plus dedicated chrome/grille protection on cars with the garnished radiator grille.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Land Cruiser 300 vs Range Rover Sport vs Cayenne
Cross-shopped against: Range Rover Sport, Porsche Cayenne, Audi RS Q8, Land Rover Defender, Lexus LX, Toyota Land Cruiser 300, BMW XM.
| Model | Segment | Ex-showroom | Fuel | Waiting period | Auto Grid rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz G-Class | Full-size luxury off-roader (combustion) | ₹2.90 crore – ₹3.80 crore | Diesel / Petrol | Mercedes-Benz India has said waiting periods… | 4.3 / 5 |
| Toyota Land Cruiser 300 | Luxury ladder-frame flagship SUV | ₹2.18 crore – ₹2.25 crore | Diesel | 1 month | 4.6 / 5 |
| Range Rover Sport | Full-size luxury performance SUV | ₹1.43 crore – ₹2.35 crore | Diesel / Petrol | No dedicated Hyderabad survey found | 4.3 / 5 |
| Porsche Cayenne | Luxury SUV | ₹1.51 crore – ₹2.13 crore | Petrol | At least 6 months across Porsche India's… | 4.3 / 5 |
| Audi RS Q8 | Full-size performance luxury SUV | ₹2.34 crore | Petrol | Audi's first India batch sold out within days… | 4.3 / 5 |
Audi
Q3
₹51.99 lakh – ₹55.99 lakhex-showroom
The all-new, third-generation Audi Q3 launched in India on 16 October 2026 at an introductory ₹51.99 lakh, locally assembled for the first time. Nova and Zenith trims share one 2.0 TFSI petrol, a 7-speed DCT and standard quattro all-wheel drive, with a 488-litre boot, a digital cockpit and up to 9 airbags. It rivals the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Audi
Q5
₹65.55 lakh – ₹70.73 lakhex-showroom
The Audi Q5 is a 5-seat mid-size luxury SUV sold in India with a single 265 PS 2.0 TFSI turbo-petrol, 7-speed S tronic and quattro all-wheel drive as standard. Audi lists Premium Plus, Bold Edition, Signature Line and Technology trims from ₹65.55 lakh to ₹70.73 lakh ex-showroom, rivalling the BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC and Volvo XC60.
Audi
Q7
₹87.17 lakh – ₹96.15 lakhex-showroom
The Audi Q7 is a 7-seat, locally assembled flagship SUV powered by a 340 PS 3.0 TFSI V6 petrol with 8-speed tiptronic and quattro all-wheel drive as standard. Audi lists Premium Plus and Technology trims from ₹87.17 lakh to ₹96.15 lakh ex-showroom, rivalling the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE and Volvo XC90.
Audi
Q8
₹1.13 crore – ₹1.81 croreex-showroom
The Audi Q8 is Audi India's flagship ICE coupe-SUV: a 340 PS 3.0 TFSI V6 standard car and a 507 PS twin-turbo V8 SQ8, both with quattro AWD and 8-speed automatics. Audi India prices the range from ₹1.13 crore (Q8) to ₹1.81 crore (SQ8) ex-showroom, rivalling the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE/GLE Coupe. The RS Q8 Performance is a separate nameplate (audi/rs-q8).
Audi
RS Q8
₹2.34 croreex-showroom
The Audi RS Q8 Performance is Audi India's flagship performance SUV, powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 making 640 PS (471 kW) and 850 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds. Sold as a single, fully-loaded CBU-import trim with quattro AWD, adaptive air suspension and 23-inch wheels, it rivals the Lamborghini Urus and Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT.
BMW
iX1
₹54.70 lakhex-showroom
The BMW iX1 LWB is BMW India's locally built entry-level electric SUV — a single eDrive20L front-wheel-drive variant with a 66.4 kWh battery, 204 hp and a claimed MIDC range of up to 546 km. It comes fully loaded with M Sport styling, Level 2 ADAS and an 8-year/1,60,000 km battery warranty, rivalling the Volvo EX30 and Mercedes-Benz EQA.
FAQs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class: Questions Buyers Ask
No. In India, Mercedes-Benz sells the combustion G-Class (G 450d diesel, AMG G 63 petrol) and the all-electric model under two separate nameplates: the electric one is marketed and priced as the 'G 580 with EQ Technology', not as an electric trim of the G-Class. Our catalogue covers them as two separate pages.
Yes — G-Wagon (from the original German 'Geländewagen') is simply the common nickname for the G-Class; there is no separate 'G-Wagon' model. It is not a rival to compare against.
Both are serious body-on-frame off-roaders, but the Land Cruiser 300 is longer, roomier and meaningfully cheaper, while the G-Class trades practicality for its unmistakable boxy shape, tighter wheelbase-to-length ratio and stronger resale/brand cachet. Buyers who want maximum off-road capability per rupee tend to look at the Land Cruiser 300 or the Defender; buyers who want the badge and the three-pointed star choose the G-Class.
As of late October 2026, Autocar India lists the G-Class from about Rs 2.90 crore (G 450d diesel) to Rs 3.80 crore (AMG G 63 Offroad Pro), ex-showroom, Delhi. On-road prices run roughly Rs 3.45-4.43 crore depending on city and variant.
Mercedes-Benz India has said waiting periods across its Top-End Luxury segment run from about 4 months to roughly a year, specifically calling out the AMG G 63 as the longest wait in its range (CNBC-TV18/Economic Times, Apr-Jul 2026). This is a company-level statement, not a dealer-by-dealer survey, so confirm current allocation locally.
Multiple India price-aggregator listings put the G 450d diesel at around 6.1 km/l and the AMG G 63 petrol at around 8.47 km/l; Mercedes-Benz India does not publish an ARAI/WLTP figure on its own G-Class page.
Euro NCAP awarded the previous-generation G-Class (tested as the G 350d, G 500 and G 63) a 5-star rating in 2019 — 90% adult occupant, 83% child occupant, 78% vulnerable road user and 72% safety assist — but that rating officially expired on 1 January 2026 under Euro NCAP's validity rules. The current car carries Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist and multiple airbags as standard, but there is no current third-party star rating for it.
Most buyers we see go straight for the AMG G 63 for the V8 and the badge; the G 450d diesel suits owners who want the G-Wagen shape with lower running costs, and the AMG G 63 Offroad Pro is for the small number who will genuinely use its off-road suspension and recovery gear.
Yes — its flat panels film cleanly, but the exposed door hinges, flared-arch rivets and grille garnish chip early, so we treat full-body AG1 film as standard and add underbody protection for owners who actually take it off-road. Message Auto Grid on WhatsApp for a plan suited to your variant.
Indicatively ₹3.50 crore–₹4.75 crore on-road in Hyderabad: ex-showroom ₹2.90 crore–₹3.80 crore (Delhi, 31 Oct 2026) plus Telangana life tax (18%–21%), first-year insurance and registration. Dealer quotes vary with insurance add-ons and accessories.
The top variant is the AMG G 63 Offroad Pro (Petrol, 9-speed automatic (AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT), 4MATIC all-wheel drive) at ₹3.80 crore ex-showroom Delhi; the base model is the G 450d 3.0 Diesel (Diesel, 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC), 4MATIC all-wheel drive) at ₹2.90 crore. 3 variants in all, as of 31 Oct 2026.
G-Class: Full-size luxury off-roader (combustion), ₹2.90 crore – ₹3.80 crore ex-showroom, Diesel/Petrol, Auto Grid rating 4.3/5. Range Rover Sport: Full-size luxury performance SUV, ₹1.43 crore – ₹2.35 crore ex-showroom, Diesel/Petrol, rated 4.3/5. See the Range Rover Sport page for its full variant list and our verdict.
Ground clearance 241 mm, boot space 640 litres, 5 seats, length 4825 mm (Mercedes-Benz official specification).
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Sources
- Mercedes-Benz India — G-Class official overview and technical data (G 450d) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Mercedes-Benz India — G-Class official brochure (dimensions, ground clearance, off-road figures) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Autocar India — Mercedes-Benz G-Class variants and pricing (updated 6 Oct 2026) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Autocar India — Mercedes-Benz G-Class specifications (updated 31 Oct 2026) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Autocar India — Mercedes-AMG G 63 Offroad Pro launched at Rs 3.80 crore (23 Sep 2026) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Autocar India — Mercedes G 450d price and specs compared with rivals (18 Oct 2025) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Euro NCAP — Mercedes-Benz G-Class assessment, 5 stars (2019, rating expired 1 Jan 2026) · read 14 Nov 2026
- CNBC-TV18 — Mercedes-Benz India FY26 sales; waiting periods up to a year for AMG G 63 (9 Apr 2026) · read 14 Nov 2026
- Rushlane — Mercedes-Benz India H1 2026 sales; waiting periods 4 months to a year (9 Jul 2026) · read 14 Nov 2026