Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class

When we compare the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited versus the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited versus Mercedes-Benz G-Class Pricing

A one- to five-year-old used Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ranges from $33,947 to $52,994 while a used Mercedes-Benz G-Class from the same model year range is priced between $132,249 to $204,997. For a new model, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's price is between $40,780 and $82,783, with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class priced between $152,549 and $250,067.

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited versus Mercedes-Benz G-Class Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 8.8 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz G-Class' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being ranked 3 out of 24 Best Small SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 5 out of 18 Best Luxury Large SUVs.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class base engine makes 416 horsepower. The Wrangler Unlimited is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles. The G-Class is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The Wrangler Unlimited uses regular unleaded, and the G-Class uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, a compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear head room. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.