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Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

When we compare the Mercedes-Benz G-Class to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing

For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's price is between $152,922 and $198,415, with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class priced between $120,481 and $154,400.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 5 out of 18 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 4 out of 25 Best Luxury Large Cars.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class’s base engine makes 416 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 429 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison

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

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2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$152,922 - $198,415

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

39.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$120,481 - $154,400

Used Asking Price:

$115,187 - $152,019

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

54.6%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.4 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.3 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 18
5 / 18

Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs

8 / 18

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars

1 / 25
4 / 25

Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value

10 / 25

Summary Review

Not yet available

Summary Review

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Trim Levels

AMG G 63, AMG G 63 4x4 Squared, G 550

Trim Levels

Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years / 50000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

416 hp @ 5250 rpm

Torque:

450 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.074 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

429 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

384 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.091 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not applicable

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 28 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

444 / 622 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

38.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

40.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.4 inches

Cargo Space:

38.1 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

68.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

143.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

43.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

59 inches

Cargo Space:

12.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

112.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5589 lbs

Width:

86.1 inches

Height:

77.5 inches

Length:

189.7 inches

Wheelbase:

113.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4740 lbs

Width:

83 inches

Height:

59.2 inches

Length:

208.2 inches

Wheelbase:

126.6 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

275/55R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

255/45R19