Mercedes-Benz G-Class Off-Road Capabilities & 4x4 Features in Torrance

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV is renowned for its exceptional off-road capabilities, combining luxury with rugged performance. Combined with its robust construction and luxury amenities, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV is a luxury SUV that can handle the paved roads and trails beyond Torrance. Let's learn about some of off-road and 4x4 features of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, and if you would like to learn more about the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, visit our Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV overview page.

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV is built to conquer tough terrain with confidence. With an impressive 9.5 inches of ground clearance, it effortlessly navigates uneven surfaces, rocks, and obstacles. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV is able to ford through up to 27.5 inches of water ensuring you can tackle streams, flooded roads, or muddy trails without hesitation. Designed for adventure, the G-Class delivers the durability and capability needed for any off-road challenge*.

*Off-road driving should only be attempted by drivers with the necessary skill, experience and understanding of the vehicle's limits. Read Operator's Manual before driving off-road.

Thanks to DYNAMIC SELECT® the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV is equipped with multiple drive modes for various conditions both on and off-road. In addition to the presets below, there is an Individual mode that allows you to define customized settings based on your driving preferences.

  • ECO: Optimizes fuel efficiency
  • Comfort: Balances performance and comfort
  • Sport: Enhances dynamic driving characteristics
  • Trail: Ideal for loose surfaces like dirt or gravel
  • Rock: Designed for hard, uneven terrains
  • Sand: Optimizes traction on sandy landscapes

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV also has some technology features designed to assist you on your off-road drives. OFFROAD COCKPIT® provides an overview of information relevant to off-road driving that can be viewed on the dual digital displays, along with buttons in the center of the dash to access specific off-roading features and settings. A compass, elevation, steering angle, torque output, ambient temperature and tire pressure all can be displayed in a variety of tiles, and customized by swiping or using on-screen arrows.

Also within OFFROAD COCKPIT® is "Transparent Hood," which uses the vehicle's exterior cameras to help reveal obstacles, ruts and breakovers right as you crawl up to them.

Rendered image of a Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV parked in a forest setting with a mountain in the background
Rendered image of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV infotainment touchscreen showing underneath the SUV via the Transparent Hood feature
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Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV a 4x4?

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class G 550 SUV is equipped with a permanent all-wheel-drive system. It features three fully locking differentials (front, center, and rear) for enhanced traction on challenging terrain. The all-electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class G 580 with EQ Technology SUV has Individual All-Wheel Drive which puts an electric motor near each wheel, allowing for optimizing traction, handling and control on a wide range of surfaces. Lastly, the Mercedes-AMG® G 63 SUV has AMG® Performance 4MATIC® permanent all-wheel drive. A steep hill or the mountain trail, all models of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV are equipped with drive configurations to give you power and control for your next off-road adventure.

In addition to its off-road capabilities, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV has a towing capacity of up to 7,716 pounds, and up to 68.5 cubic feet of cargo space inside depending on seating configuration. If you would like to learn more about the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, visit our Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV overview page.


Disclaimer: Specs, features, and prices are accurate according to the best available information. Potential buyers are advised to contact one of the experts at Mercedes-Benz of South Bay to confirm the latest information and/or current availability of these specifications, models, prices, and features.