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Overview
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a Br 463. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is regarded as a Suv Upper Large Luxury built in Austria with prices starting at $151,000 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz G-Class is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 155 kW of power (at 3400 rpm) and 540 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the G Base uses 11.2L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 295g of CO2. It has a 96L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 857km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class measures 1951mm (76.8 inches) in height, 4672mm (183.9 inches) in length, 1760mm (69.3 inches) in width with a 2850mm (112.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2570kg (5665.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The G Base comes standard with 265/70 R16 front tyres and 265/70 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Base has a 210mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
60.31 - 156.86 kW/t
60.31 kW/t
156.86 kW/t
Boot Space
480 litres
480 litres
550 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.2 - 14.9 L/100km
6.9 L/100km
14.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
644 - 857 km
628 km
1,232 km
Price
$150,610 - $234,400
$110,900
$234,400
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
5 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,200 kg
3,000 kg
3,500 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
27 - 36°
24.3°
36°
Departure Angle
27°
20°
29.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
210 - 220 mm
210 mm
295 mm
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Dimensions
4,672 mm
1,760 mm
1,951 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,672 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,760 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,951 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 630 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 295
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 2987
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Om 642 D30 Scr
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 25.4
Main Capacity (L): 96
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 21.1
Main Type: Total
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 857
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 533
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 21
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 10.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 9.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 24
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 13.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 17
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 211
Maximum Power (kW): 155
Maximum Torque (Nm): 540
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Differential Lock
Location: Centre
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: W460
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 79.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 2250
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 480
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13600
Front Track (in): 58.1
Front Track (mm): 1475
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 210
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 44.6
Overall Height (in): 76.8
Overall Height (mm): 1951
Overall Length (in): 183.9
Overall Length (mm): 4672
Overall Width (in): 69.3
Overall Width (mm): 1760
Rear Track (in): 58.1
Rear Track (mm): 1475
Wheelbase (in): 112.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2850
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 42.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1072
Rear Headroom (in): 40.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 1015
Front Hip Room (in): 57.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1460
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1460
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1432
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1432
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 36.0
Departure Angle: 27.0
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Single Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3200
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7055
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2570
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5666
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Game Console Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 12
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Back Of Front Seats
Front Digital Television: yes
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.0
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Chrome And Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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