Mercedes-Benz G-Class Drivetrain & Drive Type

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is available in 4-Wheel Drive drivetrain configuration.

Latest model year (2027):

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is offered in 4-Wheel Drive configuration.

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Overview MPG Engine Specs Fuel Cost Transmission Drivetrain Vehicle Class Maintenance Dimensions EV Range

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Drivetrain — All Years

Year	Trim	Drive	Transmission	Engine	MPG Comb.
2027	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	15
2026	Auto (A2)	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	—	62
2026	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	6 3.0L	18
2026	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	15
2025	Auto (A2)	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	—	62
2025	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	6 3.0L	18
2025	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	15
2024	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2024	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	11
2024	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2023	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2023	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2023	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	11
2022	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2022	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	16
2021	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2021	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	18
2020	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2020	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2019	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2019	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	8 4.0L	14
2018	Auto 7-spd, 12 cyl, 6.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	12 6.0L	12
2018	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 4.0L	13
2018	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 4.0L	11
2018	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 5.5L	13
2017	Auto 7-spd, 12 cyl, 6.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	12 6.0L	12
2017	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 4.0L	13
2017	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 4.0L	11
2017	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 5.5L	13
2016	Auto 7-spd, 12 cyl, 6.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	12 6.0L	12
2016	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 4.0L	13
2016	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 5.5L	13
2015	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 5.5L	13
2015	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 7-spd	8 5.5L	13

Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Drivetrain FAQ

Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive?

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is available in 4-Wheel Drive. Drivetrain availability changes by model year and trim — the table above shows every combination.

Does the Mercedes-Benz G-Class come with AWD or 4WD?

Yes — all-wheel or four-wheel drive is available on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. See the table above for the specific years and trims.

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