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Mercedes-Benz G-Class 1990-2018
Overview
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, produced from 1990 to 2018, represents an enduring icon in the luxury SUV market, renowned for its robust construction and timeless design. This generation maintained the G-Class's legendary exterior appearance, characterized by its boxy silhouette, prominent front grille, and rugged styling cues. The G-Class proudly displayed its military origins, exuding an aura of strength and capability. Inside, the cabin offered a blend of luxury and practicality, with durable materials and straightforward design. While not as opulent as some counterparts, the G-Class cabin focused on functionality and durability, reflecting its off-road heritage.
In terms of performance, the G-Class was built to tackle challenging terrains easily. It featured a range of robust engines designed to deliver impressive torque and off-road capability. The suspension and chassis were engineered for exceptional off-road performance, allowing the G-Class to conquer various challenging environments.
Specifications
Mercedes-Benz G-Class specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Chassis
- Type: W463
Engine 4.0L 8-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-40
- Recommended Engine Oil: 229.5
- Oil capacity: 9.60 qt
Spark Plug Gap
- 4.0L 8-Cylinder: 0.028’’
Fuel
- Capacity:
- All models: 26.4 US gal (100.0 l)
- Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: Approx. 3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
- All other models: Approx. 3.2 US gal (12.0 l)
DEF
- Capacity:
- GLS 350 d 4MATIC: 10.2 US gal (38.7 l)
Brake Fluid
- Type: Only use brake fluid approved for Mercedes-Benz according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0.
Coolant
- Capacity:
- Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: Approx. 11.9 US qt (11.3 l)
- GLS 350 d 4MATIC: Approx. 12.2 US qt (11.5 l)
- GLS 550 4MATIC: Approx. 12.0 US qt (11.4 l)
- All other models: Approx. 10.3 US qt (9.7 l)
Powertrain
Engine
- 2.0L M 102.965 E 20 KAT I4
- 2.3L M 102.989 E 23 KAT I4
- 3.0L M 103.987 E 30 KAT I6
- 3.2L M 104.996 E 32 I6
- 3.2L M 112.945 E 32 V6
- 3.6L M 104.992 E 36 I6
- 4.0L M 176 DE 40 AL twin-turbo V8
- 5.0L M 117.965 E 50 V8
- 5.0L M 113.965 E 50 V8
- 5.4L M 113 E 55 V8
- 5.4L M 113 E 55 ML supercharged V8
- 5.5L M 273 KE 55 V8
- 5.5L M 157 DE 55 twin-turbo V8
- 6.0L M 117.965 E 50 bored to 6.0 litres[16] V8
- 6.0L M 279 E 60 AL twin-turbo V12
- 6.3L M 137 E 63 V12
- 2.5L OM 602.931 D 25 I5 Diesel
- 2.7L OM 612.965 DE 27 LA turbo I5 Diesel
- 3.0L OM 603.931 D 30 I6 Diesel
- 3.0L OM 606.964 D 30 LA turbo I6 Diesel
- 3.0L OM 642 DE 30 LA V6 turbo Diesel
- 3.5L OM 603.972 D 35 A turbo I6 Diesel
- 4.0 OM 628.962 DE 40 LA biturbo V8 Diesel
Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- 4-speed 4G-Tronic automatic
- 5-speed 5G-Tronic automatic
- 7-speed 7G-Tronic automatic
Fuel Consumption

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Daytime Running Light Bulb: LED
- Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
- Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 3893
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 12496
- High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: HID-D1S
- Stepwell Light Bulb: 282
Rear Lights
- Back Up Light Bulb: 7506L
- Brake Light Bulb: 7528
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
- License Plate Light Bulb: 6418
- Parking Light Bulb: W5WB
- Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 5007
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 12496
- Tail Light Bulb: 7528
Interior Lights
- Dome Light Bulb: 6411
- Glove Box Light Bulb: 6428
- Interior Door Light Bulb: 2825
- Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 6411
- Map Light Bulb: 2886X
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