Point of entry to the G-Class without compromises

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

AUTOMOTIVE

Partly due to the new quiet and harmonious diesel engine, the G-Class proves to be extremely comfortable, even on long distances. When driving, the exhaust system and the engine, which is also willing to rev at higher engine speeds, produce much less noise and vibrations in the interior. To reduce engine noise, the engine mounts of the diesel engine are actively controlled for the first time. At speeds below 5 km/h, they are set to soft to optimally dampen the transfer of torsional vibrations to the ladder-type frame at low engine speeds. At higher engine speeds, the two engine mounts are automatically made stiffer, which has positive effects on the vibrational comfort and the driving dynamics.

The new transfer case is flange-mounted directly to the 9G-TRONIC. It is designed to send 40 percent of the drive torque to the front axle and 60 percent to the rear axle. This configuration particularly benefits the handling characteristics on the road. The permanent all-wheel drive ensures maximum traction. However, the "G" would not be a "G" if it did not have even more in store. The low-range off-road reduction gear considerably increases torque at the drive wheels, which e.g. makes very difficult terrain negotiable.

The Mercededs-Benz G 350 d at a glance

2925  cc

210 kW (286 hp) at 3400 - 4600 rpm

600 Nm at 1200 - 3200 rpm

8.9 - 8.7 l/100 km

235 - 229 g/km

7.4 s

199 km/h

• Powerful, comfortable, superior: The new G 350 d is a cross-country vehicle that convinces with performance, safety, modern assistance systems and excellent handling.

• The powertrain line-up is now being expanded with an efficient diesel variant. The new OM 656 diesel engine will also set standards in the G-Class in terms of performance – both on and off the road.

• The new in-line six-cylinder diesel engine makes the icon the most efficient “G” ever. It produces an output of 210 kW (286 hp) with a peak torque of 600 Nm between 1200 and 3200 rpm.  

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With the new OM 656 diesel engine, the goal for the new Mercedes-Benz G 350 d is to increase the performance while reducing the consumption and improving the noise characteristics at the same time. The characteristics of the top-notch engine include the stepped-bowl combustion process, two-stage exhaust turbocharging as well as the use of CAMTRONIC variable valve timing. This heats up the exhaust system without driving up fuel consumption. The further advanced NANOSLIDE® cylinder wall coating also reduces friction losses in the piston/cylinder wall system and reduces fuel consumption.

The powerful and efficient 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line diesel engine makes the Mercedes-Benz G 350 d ready for any adventure. The engine powered by the 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission allows faster bursts of acceleration, enabling the car to go from 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds at a top speed of 199 km/h.

For the transmission of power, the 9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission with torque converter was specifically adapted to meet the needs of the off-road icon. The developers used a dedicated software application to shorten the shift and response times of the 9-speed transmission and make the G-Class seem even livelier. The wide transmission ratio not only makes driving quieter and more comfortable especially at low engine speeds, it simultaneously also contributes to reducing fuel consumption. Especially in first gear, the off-roader responds to accelerator pedal commands noticeably better, which customers will appreciate especially when pulling away from a traffic light, for example. The "G" is now also significantly more agile during brief sprints under partial load.