The G-Class Mercedes are perhaps one of the most recognizable cars in principle. Many people who value powerful, stylish, full-size SUVs are buying them. Today, on Russian roads it is often possible to meet the Gelendvagen. The reviews left by the real owners about the G-class cars, I would like to note a separate attention. They are more interesting than the standard description, because the owners are used to talking not only about the advantages of the car, but also about its shortcomings. However, first things first.
G 65 AMG
This is the most powerful Gelendvagen. The reviews left about him should be noted first of all.
This model is aggregated by a 6-liter V12 biturbo engine producing 630 “horses”. With this engine, under the hood, the car accelerates to "weave" in 5.3 seconds, and its maximum is limited to 230 km / h.
The car is impressive, but its price is 282,000. e. G 63 costs about 129 000 at. e. Many sincerely wonder why such an overpayment. After all, engine power differs by only 86 liters. from.
In addition, experienced motorists believe that having a V12 engine under the hood is not so solid. Because the V12 is designed for comfort. This is a quiet engine, emitting a not so pleasant growl that can be heard sitting in a car with a V8 under the hood.
G 350 BlueTEC
This model of an SUV, which is one of the most “modest,” was produced from 2010 to 2015. Under the hood of this modification, a 211-horsepower 3-liter engine is installed, thanks to which the car can accelerate to a maximum of 175 km / h. She exchanges the first “hundred” in 9.1 seconds.
People leaving reviews about this Gelendvagen model note its calm road character. The car looks powerful and brutal, but it cannot boast of dynamics and maneuverability. The “Automatic” 7G-Tronic is a little phlegmatic, and the steering is clearly lacking in lightness and information.
Road behavior
The feeling during the ride is pleasant. Despite the lack of air suspension and the presence of continuous axles, the car behaves exemplarily on the road. Compared to other SUVs, the G 350 BlueTEC can be considered ideal. But those people who transfer to it from any other Mercedes do not think so. Because the smooth running of other models with the G 350 BlueTEC is incomparable. Of course, the car copes with impassability, but the noise of the wind on the windshield and the “shudder” of the whole body during the process gives motorists discomfort.
G 55 AMG
This model has already been discontinued. From 2008 to 2012, this modification of the Gelendvagen SUV was produced. Reviews about this car are extremely positive, so they can not help but be addressed.
Under the hood, a 5.5-liter V8-Kompressor is installed, producing 507 “horses”. Thanks to him, the car exchanges the first "hundred" in 5.5 seconds, and its limit is limited to 210 km / h.
In the very first moment after starting the engine, the car produces 3000 rpm, which is accompanied by a roar and a powerful roar of the engine. Exactly the same intensity differs in the nature of driving on this machine. She is not accelerating. G 55 AMG just vomits. You have to get used to it. As well as to the specific movement on the ruts. The suspension is stiff, which is why problems arise in such areas in the control process. This is especially dangerous in winter. The ESP system, according to the owners, does not really help in such situations.
But this car has incredible dynamics. During acceleration, there is a feeling that usually happens when taking off on an airplane. Moreover, the acceleration is felt in any case. Even after the mark of 120 km / h, after which, usually, acceleration is weakly noticeable. But no, the gear changes, and the G 55 AMG makes a tangible, powerful leap forward.
G 400 CDI
This is another well-known diesel representative of the G-class, the release of which lasted from 2001 to 2005. Under its hood, a 4-liter V8 biturbo engine is installed, producing 250 “horses” of power. The speed limit of this car is 184 km / h.
This "Gelendvagen" reviews get conflicting. The owners say that the car gives an indescribable feeling while driving. And for their sake, you can even “forgive” the engine for 22 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers in the city.
But if this car has high mileage (more than 100,000 km), then in the process of operation problems can not be avoided. They are manifested in the leakage of the front seat, the failure of the silent blocks, BAS, ESP and ABS. In general, electronics is weak, it works with errors. Owners say that something constantly fails and burns out in the G 400 CDI, and warning signals flash regularly on the dashboard. Also, problems with gearbox, front differential and engine are not uncommon. With a solid mileage, idle revolutions “float”, thrust disappears, turbines may fail. In general, during operation, this once-powerful car delivers a lot of trouble. And this is confirmed by the reviews of the owners left about the Gelendvagen SUV.
G 5.8 Brabus
Versions of Brabus are found on roads less often than AMG, but still they are owned by a considerable number of people. And they also leave reviews about the car Mercedes Gelendvagen.
Under the hood of this model, a 5.8-liter 375-horsepower turbocharged engine is installed. Judging by the comments, the car has practically no flaws. But still there are a few nuances. One minus is the insufficiently rigid fastening of the rubber aprons of the mudguards. There is a purely aesthetic moment - gray rubber sheets on a washed machine do not look particularly attractive.
Another minus people consider the design of the exhaust system. It is made really difficult. The exhaust pipe after the exhaust pipe almost completely repeats the perimeter of the bottom, and only then reaches its edge.
Also, washing the body is a certain difficulty. It takes a long time for water to flow out from under the seals, hidden cavities and roof spoiler. It is still difficult to wash the chrome body kit and especially the grilles. Even contactless washing does not help. But in technical terms, the Brabus Mercedes Gelendvagen receives extremely positive reviews.
About the disadvantages
There are many models of the G-class. All of them have their own individual characteristics. But there is a lot in common, as for both advantages and disadvantages. And I would like to draw attention to the disadvantages that are characteristic of such a car as the Gelendvagen.
Owner reviews allow us to make sure that one of the disadvantages of an SUV is its weight. Due to the mass approaching the mark of 2.5 tons, it is difficult to conquer off-road on weak soils. But fords deeper than 0.6 meters to go by car is not recommended. Yes, electronics are high, but the generator is low. There is a risk of filling it with water, which is fraught with large costs.
But this is not all that can be said by owners of the reviews left about the Mercedes Gelendvagen. People say that the “chronic” disease is the rusting of the hinge axes. This can be avoided if you are not lazy to lubricate them in a timely manner. Also, wear and tear of the wiper axles and problems with sealing the sunroof are often observed.
Repairs
Also a minus of the new models is a less reliable electronic pneumohydraulic lock drive and a weak propeller shaft. After passing 130-150 thousand kilometers, the joints of equal angular velocities have to be changed. Even after 200-250 thousand km. there is a need for automatic transmission repair. At about the same stage, the timing chain needs to be replaced.
By the way, many consider a strong “appetite” of an SUV for oil, which manifests itself after a mileage of 150-200 thousand km, as a significant minus. It is also recommended to regularly extrude the universal joints of the driveshafts, approximately once every 5,000 km. Otherwise, it is possible that expensive repairs will be necessary.
The hydraulic lines of the brakes, the automatic transmission cooling system and the lock actuators cannot be neglected either. They are laid with zinc coated steel pipes. Which, after 20 years of heavy use, will have to be replaced. Owner reviews left with a Gelendvagen car (with photo) make sure that this procedure is mandatory. Nothing lasts forever, but these pipes are subject to corrosion.
Also, owners need to be prepared to replace wheel bearings. But it is carried out only after 300-400 thousand kilometers.
About expense
You can learn a lot of interesting things about the “appetite” of an SUV by paying attention to the reviews. Gelendvagen diesel, like gasoline, consumes actively. But, nevertheless, models fueled by diesel fuel are more economical.
Here's what the reviews left about the G 350 d say: Gelendvagen diesel consumes 11-12 liters per 100 urban kilometers. When driving on the highway, the consumption decreases to 9 liters. In gasoline versions, the “appetite” is more impressive. The 422-horsepower engine of the G500 model consumes 14-15 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers in the city. When driving on the highway takes about 11 liters.
But that’s not all that can be said about consumption. "Mercedes Gelendvagen" diesel consumes more actively in the cold season. Like gasoline. The machine is large, and so that it warms up, you need to start the engine, stand for about 15 minutes with the stove turned on, and then go. So does the majority of owners of this SUV. Not surprisingly, winter consumption increases.
What else is worth knowing?
Finally, a few words should be said about the benefits that are characteristic of all G-class models. The main plus is the increased cross-country ability of these cars. Off-road their “military” history is manifested. Cars behave like tanks, going ahead through many obstacles. And some even tuning the car to bring its cross to perfection.
And G-class models are comfortable. Armchairs have a huge number of adjustments. The new models even have pneumatic pumping of the side sections of the cushion and back. In general, the machine is everything that you may need - starting with capacious containers for storing things with a 12-volt outlet, ending with the Brake Assist system, parking sensors, a rear-view camera and other options.
Well, the Gelandewagen is a really good SUV with its features, disadvantages and advantages, which are clearly more than minuses. As a result, the desire of most motorists to take possession of such a machine does not fade. But if you buy, then the model of the last years of release is better. For example, "Gelendvagen 2014". Reviews allow us to make sure that modern SUVs are more comfortable and technically advanced than their predecessors.