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Mercedes-Benz G500 vs Toyota Land Cruiser

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2008 Mercedes-Benz G500

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz G500G500Toyota Land Cruiser1958
Selected trimG5001958
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfour wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20082027

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz G500G500Toyota Land Cruiser1958
MSRP$88,200$57,880 (best)
Lowest listing price—$21,267 (best)
Median listing price—$70,747 (best)
Highest listing price—$129,999 (best)
For sale now031 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz G500G500Toyota Land Cruiser1958
Combined MPG13 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG15 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank25.4 gal (best)17.9 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz G500G500Toyota Land Cruiser1958
Horsepower292 hp326 hp (best)
Torque336 lb-ft465 lb-ft (best)
Engine size5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV8I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz G500G500Toyota Land Cruiser1958
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume79.5 cu ft82.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,000 lbs (best)6,000 lbs
Curb weight5,510 lbs5,360 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in8.3 in
Wheelbase112.2 in112.2 in
Length185.6 in196.4 in (best)
Width71.3 in77.9 in (best)
Height77.8 in (best)75.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz G500G500Toyota Land Cruiser1958
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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.

TrimMercedes-Benz G500Toyota Land Cruiser
1

G500

$88,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

1958

$57,880 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Base

$62,725 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz G500 vs Toyota Land Cruiser FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 vs 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser starts lower at $57,880. Live Toyota Land Cruiser listings start at $21,267.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (57,880).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on horsepower in this comparison (326).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,000).