Sure, crossovers make more sense as luxury vehicles. But that's not why you want a 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class in your garage.The 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a soldier in a business suit.
Pros Classic authenticity That “clunk” the doors make when they close Wild off-road ability from the G550 4x4² Faster than it ever should be
Cons Or you could buy seven Jeep Wranglers, one for every weekday Light on safety tech G550 4x4² presents many urban challenges New 2019 just around the corner
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class ranked #8 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 80 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent off-roader Powerful engines Premium cabin materials
Cons Abysmal fuel economy Subpar on-road handling Below-average cargo space Shorter features list than rivals High price
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class remains mostly unchanged for 2018. It will be fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. To commemorate the end of a very long production run, a few special-edition models be available and are limited to cosmetic touches inside and out.
PROS Iconic design is instantly recognizable Outstanding forward visibility Unusually quiet when on the road Lots of cosmetic customization potential
CONS Compromised off-road ability Poor interior packaging leaves little useful space Difficult to get into and out of Awful steering, handling, drivability and fuel economy
The 2018 GMC Yukon ranked #5 in Large SUVs. Currently the GMC Yukon has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good handling for a large SUV Smooth ride with upgraded suspension Classy, well-equipped cabin
Cons Dull throttle response with base engine Bouncy ride with standard suspension Cramped third row in standard-wheelbase models
The 2018 GMC Yukon is an old-school SUV updated for the 21st century.
Pros Muscular engines Good for towing Luxurious interior Chiseled looks Denali’s ride quality
Cons Interior not that roomy on regular Yukon Denali is eye-poppingly expensive High liftover for cargo loading Crossovers make more sense for most
