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 XL receives only minor changes. The Denali version comes with a new 10-speed automatic transmission that should slightly improve fuel economy and acceleration. Other changes include a new chrome grille design and a new Denali Ultimate package with 22-inch wheels, a sunroof and a large helping of tech add-ons.
pros Seats up to nine passengers Plenty of cargo capacity, even with all the seats deployed Can tackle rough terrain when fitted with four-wheel drive High towing ratings
cons Size, weight and length make it unwieldy around town Slow gas pedal response makes engine feel weaker than rated Cargo space utility is limited by high load floor
Pros Safety alert driver's seat available Quiet cabin Spacious interior Easier-than-expected maneuverability
Cons Trucklike ride with body roll in corners Small cargo space behind third row (regular-length Yukon) Interior design too similar to Chevrolet siblings Some dashboard buttons could be larger