The G-Class is available with two different engines: a 292-hp 5.0-liter V-8 w/seven-speed automatic in the G500, and a 493-hp 5.5-liter supercharged V-8 w/five-speed automatic in the AMG-tuned G55. Loaded with standard luxury features such as a leather interior, premium wood trim, rear parking assistance, navigation system, Bi-xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, dual zone climate control, heated/cooled power driver and passenger seats with memory, to name a few. On the safety front, Mercedes' Tele Aid system is standard, along with anti-lock brakes, brake assist, electronic stability control and side-curtain airbags.For 2008, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class receives an updated instrument cluster and COMAND system, as well as standard tire pressure monitoring.

2008 Mercedes-Benz G500
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Overview
Specs & Features
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 5.0L V-8 / 292 HP / 336 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Full-time All Wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 12 / 15 / 13 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Leading Link |
Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Trailing Link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum |
Fuel Tank | 25.4 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $97 |
Maximum Cargo Volume | 79.5 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 89 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 185.6 " |
Exterior Width | 71.3 " |
Exterior Height | 77.8 " |
Front Headroom | 42.2 " |
Rear Headroom | 40.0 " |
Front Legroom | 52.5 " |
Rear Legroom | 41.9 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 53.7 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.3 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 5,511 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 112 " |
Turning Radius | 21.7 ' |
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 18.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Metallic Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
Bumpers | Body-colored With 1 Front Tow Hook(s) |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Passenger Capacity | 5 |
Seat Trim | Leather |
Front Seat Type | Premium Bucket |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | (12-way Power) |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | (8-way Power) |
Front Armrests | (12-way Power) |
Rear Armrests | |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench |
Radio | Premium Sirius Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan |
Speakers | 10 Harman/kardon |
Radio Steering Wheel Controls | |
Apple Car Play | |
Android Auto | |
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity |
Steering Wheel Type | Power Telescopic Tilt |
Climate Control | Automatic Air Conditioning |
Cruise Control | |
Sun Roof | Express Open |
Rearview Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night |
One Touch Open Window | Front And Rear |
Tinted Windows | Deep |
Vanity Mirrors | Dual Illuminated |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Power Outlets | 3 |
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front And Rear |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | Parktronic Rear |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | Unlimited Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
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