The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class may not look different than its predecessor, but its new suspension and interior bring it into the 21st century. Finally.
Pros Classic styling Lavish interior Overflows with personality G63 performance
Cons Pricey piece of work in any guise Terrible gas mileage Only one off-road mode Conveys an image that isn’t for everyone
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class's #2 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has a score of 8.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 9 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lavish, cavernous cabin Adept off-roader Powerful engines
Cons Small cargo hold Terrible fuel economy High base price
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.G manufaktur program allows extended interior and exterior customization.New wheel designs.
Pros Impressive off-road abilities Powerful V8 engines Refined interior Unmistakable exterior styling
Cons Ponderous handling with lots of body roll Difficult to get in and out of Limited cargo space Previous-generation Mercedes infotainment system
Entry level" is a relative term deep into the luxury universe where the Bentley Bentayga lives. Yet, with a starting price that's $64,100 lower and a 542-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 in place of the ultra-luxe SUV's optional 600-hp W-12 engine, that's exactly what the new-for-2019 Bentayga V8 is. (Don't worry, you can still spend crazy money on a Bentayga V8, as demonstrated by our example's $243,325 as-tested price, which included $75,600 in optional equipment.) No matter its engine, the Bentayga's mission remains the same: fending off the likes of Maserati's Levante, upper-level Range Rovers, and Rolls-Royce's Cullinan as well as upcoming pricey SUV competitors from Ferrari, Mercedes-Maybach, and others. Obviously, we were curious how much slower the Bentayga V8 might be relative to its 12-cylinder sibling. It turns out that it's barely slower at all. Even with 76 fewer horsepower and four fewer cylinders, the Bentayga V8 matched the 3.6-second zero-to-60-mph time of one of the two 12-cylinder models we've tested. A different 12-cylinder Bentayga accelerated to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. Accelerating beyond 60 mph, the Bentayga V8 starts to cede ground to the more powerful W-12 model, which can reach 100 mph far more quickly. But given how rarely owners are likely to find themselves racing other Bentaygas at triple-digit speeds, we think the V-8 model's quickness up to and around highway speeds is laudable.
A new V8 variant joins the Bentayga lineup for 2019.The 2019 Bentley Bentayga comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.
Pros Incredible luxury and craftsmanship Powerful engine and quick acceleration Legitimate off-road capability Optional seating for up to seven
Cons Base trim lacks a few key features, especially for the price Limited rear-seat and cargo room
