Under the Hood

Adapted from the engine in the automaker’s S-Class sedan and SL-Class roadster, the all-aluminum, 5.0-liter V-8 in the G500 produces 292 horsepower and 336 pounds-feet of torque. Each engine cylinder uses a three-valve twin-spark setup. An electronically controlled five-speed-automatic transmission sends the power to a full-time four-wheel-drive system with a Low range, which is fully synchronized for shift-on-the-fly operation at up to 15 mph. Mercedes-Benz’s Electronic Stability Program is also installed.

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    Wet roads
    WARNING After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through water deep enough to wet brake components, the first braking action may be somewhat reduced. You h ...

    General information
    The program selector button allows you to choose between different driving characteristics. Program selector button For further information on the automatic drive program, see (). Press p ...

    Stowage well under the trunk floor (Sedan)
    The TIREFIT kit, the vehicle tool kit, etc. are located in the stowage compartment. •► To open: pull handle 1 upwards •► Hook handle 1 into rain trough 2. ! Unhook the handle befo ...