2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class — The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, colloquially known as the G-Wagon or G-Wagen, is a four-wheel drive luxury SUV sold by Mercedes-Benz.
Trim: G 550
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class typically asks about $146,600 versus a $156,000 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. Our last NHTSA refresh shows no open recalls and no owner-complaint filings for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Versus 2025, our catalog shows no material spec or trim changes — the older G-Class is often the better used buy unless you need a 2026-only fix.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$146,600
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$156,000
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
0
NHTSA filings
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 G-Class?
Our last NHTSA refresh shows a clean sheet for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class — still verify the VIN before you buy.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year in our last refresh.
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5 Pros & Cons of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class (G-Wagon) | Iconic SUV Review
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Usually no — our catalog shows no material spec or trim lineup changes vs the 2025 G-Class. For used shopping, the older year is often the better value unless you need a specific fix or feature from 2026.
How much does a used 2026 G-Class cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $146,600 in typical used asking against a $156,000 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $156,000
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $146,600
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$9,400 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 G-Class?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, colloquially known as the G-Wagon or G-Wagen, is a four-wheel drive luxury SUV sold by Mercedes-Benz. Originally developed as a military off-roader, later more luxurious models were added to the line. In certain markets, it was sold under the Puch name as Puch G until 2000. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet.
- EPA combined 18 mpg
- About 181.9 × 76.0 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 443 hp, 14 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
443 hp
Combined MPG
14 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (14 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$3,000
5-year energy
$15,000
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 14 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 181.9 in
- Width
- 76.0 in
- Height
- 77.6 in
- Wheelbase
- 113.8 in
- Curb weight
- 5478.5 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 17
- Highway MPG
- 19
- Combined MPG
- 14
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | G 550 | AMG G 63 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 443 hp | 577 hp |
| 0–60 | — | 4.2 s |
| Combined MPG | 14 | — |
| Engine | 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 443 | — | — | 14 | 4WD | |
| 577 | — | 4.2s | — | 4WD |