Comparison - Mercedes-Benz G-Class G 550 4×4² 2018 - vs - Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE DYNAMIC 2018

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Average Price: 
227,300
Updated: 
23 Mar 2018
82,150
Updated: 
24 Mar 2018
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2018
2018
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
25.40gals
27.30gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alien Green
#45C244
Black
#000000
Capri Blue Metallic
#0F1441
Dakota Brown Metallic
#584A3D
Diamond Silver Metallic
#B0B9C3
Indium Grey Metallic
#4F4C45
Iridium Silver Metallic
#A5A5A5
Jade Green Metallic
#4E605D
Light Ivory
#E9E2D2
Magnetite Black Metallic
#282A27
Magma Red
#FF0300
Midnight Blue
#09183F
Paprika Metallic
#87120A
Polar White
#FFFFFF
Steel Grey Metallic
#6A7575
Storm Red Metallic
#4F0200
Verde Brook Metallic
#3E3E3C
designo Graphite Metallic
#524E4B
designo Magno Night Black Matte
#000000
designo Magno Platinum Matte
#A2A2A2
designo Mauritius Blue
#2654D2
designo Mystic Blue Metallic
#0C4674
designo Mystic Brown Metallic
#653C2F
designo Mystic Red Metallic
#C1C1C1
designo Mystic White
#E5E5E5
designo Platinum Black Metallic
#000000
Galacticbeam
#973462
Sunsetbeam
#FFAA11
Color: 
Aintree Green Metallic
#0F7D40
Aruba Premium Metallic
#DAD6CB
Barolo Black Premium Metallic
#321B1D
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Corris Grey Metallic
#6A6A6A
Firenze Red Metallic
#87242A
Fuji White
#FAFAFA
Indus Silver Metallic
#A1A6A6
Kaikoura Stone Metallic
#786A65
Loire Blue Metallic
#253A84
Mariana Black Premium Metallic
#0F1642
Montalcino Red Metallic
#641420
Santorini Black Metallic
#000000
Scotia Grey Metallic
#6F847D
Waitomo Grey Premium Metallic
#5F5F64
Yulong White Metallic
#D2D4D8
Zanzibar Metallic
#AF8767
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
#242930
Santorini Black Metallic
#000000
Spectral Racing Red ChromaFlair Gloss
#5B2F3F
British Racing Green Ultra Metallic Satin Matte
#263B3B
Madagascar Orange Ultra Metallic Gloss
#94481F
Camargue Red Tinted Clearcoat
#AB3942
Flux Ultra Metallic Gloss
#999593

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

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

By: 
thecarconnection.com

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

By: 
usnews.com

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

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is near the top of the luxury SUV mountain—mostly because it can climb there without trouble.

Pros
Supreme comfort
Capability on or off road
Understated and gorgeous style
New infotainment system
Superlative available performance

Cons
Very expensive
Only one fuel-efficient powertrain
Small third row
Lacks self-driving tech

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport ranked #13 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 37 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent off-road ability
Powerful engines
Agile handling
Quiet, stylish, and well-built cabin

Cons
Short on cargo space
Subpar fuel economy
Frustrating infotainment controls

By: 
usnews.com

For 2018, the Range Rover Sport receives revised exterior styling and an updated interior with Land Rover's Touch Pro Duo system. The supercharged V8 engine is also slightly more powerful this year.

PROS
Comfortable and luxurious cabin
Sporty handling and acceleration
Impressive off-road capabilities
Fuel-efficient diesel option

CONS
Modest cargo capacity for the class
Gas engines are very thirsty
Third-row seats only appropriate for children

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
11.00mpg
17.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
11.00mpg
23.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
24
Cylinders: 
8
V
6
v
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.00L
3.00L
Torque: 
450ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
332ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
Horsepower: 
416hp
at 5 250rpm
380hp
at 6 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
46.90Feet
40.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Roadside Assistance*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Roadside Assistance*
Keyless Ignition
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
177.10in
192.00in
Width: 
86.20in
81.60in
Height: 
88.00in
71.00in
Ground Clearance: 
7.70in
8.40in
Front Track: 
59.60in
66.60in
Rear Track: 
59.60in
66.60in
Wheel Base: 
112.20in
115.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
42.40
38.70
Rear Head Room: 
40.10
39.10
Front Leg Room: 
52.50in
42.20in
Rear leg room: 
41.90in
37.00in
Front Hip Room: 
51.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.30in
60.70in
Rear Hip Room: 
53.90in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.30in
59.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
79.50cu.ft
56.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7000lbs
7716lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
38.60cu.ft
24.80cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
24.20degrees
Angle of Departure: 
43.80degrees
24.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
6825.00lbs
4839.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Remote keyless power door locks
Heated Mirrors
Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
4 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
10 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium leather
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
10 -way power passenger seat
Sport Front Seats
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
20-Way Power Driver Seat
20-Way Power Passenger Seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Premium leather
Captains chairs front seats
Driver Cooled Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts
Multi-Level Heating
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts
Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Stabilizer bar stabilizer bar
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Suede And Leather Steering Wheel
Leather steering wheel
Turn signal in mirrors
Heated Steering Wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
yes
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Memory card slot
Surround audio (discrete)
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
450 watts stereo output
Harman/kardon premium brand speakers
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
1 subwoofer(s)
Speed sensitive volume control
Harman/kardon premium brand stereo system
12 total speakers
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Meridian premium brand stereo system
Meridian premium brand speakers
19 total speakers
825 watts stereo output
1 subwoofer(s)
USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Remote sunroof operation
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Intermittent wipers
Power steel sunroof
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Fixed glass rear sunroof
Rear window wiper
Power glass sunroof
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
22 X 9.5
21 in
Wheels more: 
All Terrain Tires
All season tires
Underbody mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
325.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R22
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Vehicle Alarm notification*
Emergency Service*
Post-Collision Safety System
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Cornering lights
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
Rear height adjustable headrests
Self-leveling headlights
Brake drying
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Turn Signal Mirrors
4-Wheel ABS
2 Front Headrests
3 Rear Headrests
Remote anti-theft alarm system
High pressure washers headlamps
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Turn signal mirrors
Rear height adjustable headrests
Post-collision safety system
Adaptive headlights
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Emergency Braking Preparation
Airbag Deployment Notification
Emergency Service
Roadside Assistance

Options

Packages: 
Designo Mafufaktur Mojave Package
Designo Manufaktur Two-Tone Nappa Leather Upholstery
Night Package
AMG Performance Studio Package - Solarbeam
AMG Performance Studio Package - Alien Green
AMG Performance Studio Package - Galacticbeam
AMG Performance Studio Package - Magma Red
AMG Performance Studio Package - Sunsetbeam
AMG Nappa/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
DINAMICA Interior Package
Driver Assistance Pack
Wheel Lock Pack
Meridian Signature Audio Package
Tow Package
Vision and Convenience Package
Protection Pack
Bright Package
Climate Comfort Pack
Stealth Package
Luxury Climate Comfort And Visibility Package
Drive Pro Package
Land Rover Car Care Valet Package
Smokers Pack
Park Pro Package
Carbon Fiber Exterior Package
Exterior Options: 
Rear Spare Tire Surround Painted In Body Color
20" AMG 5-Spoke Wheels (Black)
21" AMG Cross-Spoke (Black)
20" AMG 5-Spoke Wheels
20" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
20" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels (Black)
Outer Protective Strips In Carbon Fiber
Stainless Steel Brush Guard
AMG "Acceleration Lines"
Grey Anodized Brake Calipers W/Land Rover Script
SPORT Silver Badge
22" 9 Split-Spoke W/Dark Grey Diamond Turned Finish- Style 9012
Soft Door Close
22" 10 Split Spoke Gloss Black Alloy Wheels - Style 108
22" 10 Split Spoke Alloy Wheels - Style 108
22" 5 Split Spoke Satin Black Finish Wheels - Style 508
21" 5 Split-Spoke W/Silver Finish- Style 5007
22" 9 Split-Spoke W/Gloss Black Finish- Style 9012
21" 9 Spoke W/Gloss Black Finish- Style 9001
22" 5 Split-Spoke Wheels W/Silver Finish- Style 5004
21" 5 Split Spoke Diamond Turned Finish Wheels - Style 5007
SVO Ultra Metallic Paint
Full Size Spare Tire
Tire Repair System
SVO Special Effect Paint
Interior Options: 
Rear Seat Entertainment System
DINAMICA Headliner
All-Season Floor Mats
Heated Steering Wheel
Designo Carbon Fiber Look Leather
Grab Handles In Black Leather
Leather And Burl Walnut Steering Wheel
Designo Manufaktur Two-Tone Nappa Steering Wheel
10" Rear Seat Entertainment
Ebony Morzine Headlining
Meridian Signature Sound System- 1600 Watts
Four Zone Climate Control
Massage Front Seats
Domestic Plug Sockets
Activity Key
Front Center Console Cooler Compartment
Third Row Seats
Heated And Cooled Front And Rear Seats
Cabin Air Ionization
Front Center Console Refrigerator Compartment
CD/DVD Player
Head-Up Display

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Leather, premium leather
#000000
Chestnut/Black Leather, premium leather
#5B4844
Grey/Black Leather, premium leather
#9B9B9B
designo Auburn Brown Nappa Leather, premium leather
#473934
designo Black Nappa Leather, premium leather
#000000
designo Classic Red Nappa Leather, premium leather
#7E2523
designo Light Brown Nappa Leather, premium leather
#6F4C3E
designo Mystic Red Nappa Leather, premium leather
#604343
designo Porcelain Nappa Leather, premium leather
#C9B7A0
designo Sand Nappa Leather, premium leather
#AA8E77
designo Titan Gray Pearl Nappa Leather, premium leather
#696667
Color: 
Almond/Espresso/Ivory, leather
#B3A376
Cirrus/Ebony, leather
#C0C0C0
Cirrus/Ebony, leather
#AAAAAA
Ebony, leather
#1A1A1A
Ebony/Cirrus, leather
#000000