Under the Hood

Depending on the model, there are two engine options that can be teamed with a five- or seven-speed automatic transmission.

G550's V-8 produces 382 horsepower and 391 pounds-feet of torque and teams with a seven-speed automatic
G55 AMG's supercharged V-8 makes 500 hp and is teamed with a five-speed automatic

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    Opening and closing the service flap
    You must open the service flap in the cargo compartment before you can change the bulbs in the tail lamps. Left-hand service flap Right-hand service flap - To open: release service flap 1 a ...

    Derestricting the shift range
    Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter. The shift range is derestricted. ...

    Parking brake
    WARNING Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle ...