2008 Mercedes-Benz G Class - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 3 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2008 mercedes-benz g-class Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Powertrains and Performance: The Mercedes G500 is motivated by a 5.0-liter V8 that produces 292 horsepower and 336 pound-feet of torque. The G55 AMG has a supercharged 5.4-liter V8 capable of 493 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, and it's enough to propel the heavy SUV from zero to 60 mph in an estimated 5.4 seconds. The G500 comes with a seven-speed automatic transmission, while the G55 AMG retains a five-speed auto. Both G-Class models come standard with four-wheel drive and a two-speed transfer case controlled by a console-mounted switch. With a 50/50 torque split and electromechanically locking... |
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2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class OverviewSource: CarGurus...rear, and center locking differentials, all activated by the driver, making it one of only a few SUVs available with three locking differentials. A four-wheel Electronic Traction System and an Electronic Stability Program also come standard.Exterior features for the G500 include an electrically heated windshield, heated power mirrors, bi-xenon headlights with heated washers, and front and rear tow hooks. Inside, the G500 comes equipped with such features as leather seating, heated front seats, a heated wood-and-leather steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, Burl Walnut wood trim, and a... |
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2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The front and rear seats are heated. A Harman Kardon premium sound system includes a six-CD changer. Rear parking assistance is standard. Under the Hood The 5.0-liter V-8 in the G500 produces 292 horsepower and 336 pounds-feet of torque. An electronically controlled seven-speed automatic transmission sends the power to a full-time four-wheel-drive system with a Low range, which offers shift-on-the-fly operation at up to 15 mph. The G55 AMG's supercharged 5.5-liter V-8 cranks out 469 hp and 516 pounds-feet of torque and is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. Safety Antilock brakes... |
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So the rumors have finally proved true: Mercedes-Benz will build a G65 AMG. Unfortunately, it was left out of the U.S. announcement, indicating it probably won't be available... April 11, 2012 by Nelson Ireson 1
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Despite rumors of its demise, the utilitarian Mercedes-Benz G Class soldiers on into yet another model year but this time benefits from a slew of worthy updates. While the... April 11, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 1
Mercedes-Benz To Send Out G-Class With Special G63 AMG Model?
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Why should I also consider these?
Few vehicles have the off-road reputation of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
The Land Rover Range Rover is one; also like the G-Class, it has a breathtaking price tag to go with its legendary capability.
The Toyota Land Cruiser is substantially less expensive but no less talented, though it is finished more inexpensively.
