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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    Fastening seat belts
    WARNING According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained on the rear seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be plac ...

    Correct driver's seat position
    Observe the safety guidelines on seat adjustment. ► Check whether you have adjusted seat 3 properly. Electrical seat adjustment When adjusting the seat, make sure: • you are as far aw ...

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