Mercedes-Benz G500 vs Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | G500 | G55 AMG |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $88,200 (best) | $124,450 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 13 MPG (best) | 12 MPG |
| City MPG | 12 MPG (best) | 11 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 25.4 gal | 25.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 292 hp | 500 hp (best) |
| Torque | 336 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5 L | 5.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 79.5 cu ft | 79.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 7,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,433 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,510 lbs (best) | 5,721 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 185.6 in (best) | 184.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.1 in (best) |
| Height | 77.8 in (best) | 76 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz G500G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mercedes-Benz G500 | Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | G500 $88,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | G55 AMG $124,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Mercedes-Benz G500 vs Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 vs 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 starts lower at $88,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG?
- The 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (88,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG?
- The 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (13).
- Which has better horsepower: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG?
- The 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG?
- The 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,000).