Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class Mileage

Several factors can affect the mileage of the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class:

• Vehicle Weight: The G-Class is a hefty vehicle with lots of weight. The heavier the car, the more effort it takes to accelerate and maintain speed, lowering fuel efficiency. The weight cannot be reduced much because of its truck-based body-on-frame design and luxury features.

• Aerodynamics: The G-Class's boxy shape and vertical sides make for poor aerodynamic efficiency. This leads to more wind resistance at high speeds, putting a greater load on the engine and reducing mileage, especially on highways. Given its iconic design, improving aerodynamics is tough.

• Off-road Components: The G-Class has specialised off-road hardware like low-range gearing, locking differentials, and heavy suspension. These improve rugged capability but add weight and parasitic losses that diminish mileage. Removing them would hinder its character.

• Power and Performance: The G-Class emphasises strong power from its V8 and V12 engines. Lots of power and torque impact mileage - the AMG versions prioritise performance over efficiency and economy. Less aggressive tuning could reduce the vehicle's fun factor.

• Gearing: The G-Class's final drive gear ratios favour acceleration and torque rather than cruising efficiency. Lower RPMs at highway speeds could help, but they affect its truck-like driving qualities.