2025 Mercedes G550 Review - No V8 No Problem?

2025 Mercedes G550 review by The Straight Pipes. The Mercedes G500 / G550 is putting down 443 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque from a 3.0L Inline 6 TUrbo with a 48v Mild hybrid. Would you take it over the Old G wagen?

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[seanhershey]

Yuri looks like a stormtrooper on break.

[nqobilemahlaba]

Gentleman!!! Thank you for bringing back the box test! You have no idea how much I appreciate it. I'm really obsessed with space!! Please bring it back full time

[_IMNNO]

The majority of G Wagon sales is the AMG G63. The G550 being an inline 6 doesn’t matter if the target demographic will already obtain the G63.

[JDM_PLUS]

These two are the most American Canadians on YouTube.

[michalklucz]

5:30 I love how you discover new aspects of cars after becoming a parent. Loud locks - issue, small cup holders - issue, a window lever so high that kid see only plastic until they are ten - issue. I am not saying that G wagon is a family car ;) but sometimes car reviews could be something more than a driver perspective :) keep on, guys!

[imBugra]

M256 is one engine nowadays you can buy without even thinking for a blink of a second. Used it on a S500 for 3 years, that was surely the best part of the car. It doesn't have any sound though, it's just a solid built engine with brilliant comfort. It wasn't good for my needs, I needed sound, so I went with a V8 next. For drivers seeking the ultimate luxury, I6 is a decent solution.

[Michaelwave]

Really glad this is an option honestly. The m256 is an awesome engine and it’s pretty efficient.

[somerandomfella]

Seen a few older 6.3L V8s go past me recently. Gone are the days of that sweet sound.

[safiullahqureshi]

I know some people miss the older, rugged G-Wagon, but I quite like this generation with its updated interior, improved suspension, and more modern styling.

But engine-wise, I do miss the old 4.0 twin-turbo V8. The new inline 6 is no match for that sweet V8 rumble.

[Dustypistons]

Some enthusiasts will miss the ruggedness of the old G but we already lost that back in 2019. Mercedes understands their customers and most buyers want a smoother G, so product-wise I’m not ‘offended’ about the added comfort. the engine is ok also, as long as you still have the option of getting the V8 with the G63 I don’t see a problem. I just wish that Mercedes would do a special basic/rugged edition for the enthusiasts who miss the old days, like get rid of the leather, have some tartan seats, 17/18 inch basic wheels, some accessories for overlanding. That would be nice and I’m sure would sell.

[tfball]

A like for the "Higher" rendition by Yuri

[wildnshortz]

Honestly, it's a shame that you guys missed out on driving the 450 diesel, it's a pretty cool power plant and being from North America you will never get to experience a modern diesel straight 6. Would've loved to hear your perspective on that type of engine.

[sethsweely]

Missed opportunity letting the doors slam at the beginning as the beat dropped

[kenanmarx]

I feel like the non AMG variants of the G Wagon are the only ones that actually go off road..

[Slowwagonftl]

Wow Mercedes’ inline 6 sounds just as good as BMWs B58 (and makes more power on paper). Perfect for every non-AMG Mercedes, from the C class to the GWagen

[deviation]

Here's how speed limits work on the French autoroute:
-the 110 limit when it's raining is not enforced, and is universally ignored.
-there's a tolerance threshold of 5% for police radars, meaning that you can cruise at 136.5 kph and still not be pinged by a radar (although that is rounded off to 137kph)
-drivers are required by the law to be notified of fixed radar emplacements, making them very obvious.
-since fines have replaced points deduction for reasonable excesses (10-20kph), there's less of an incentive to respect speed limits.

Tl;dr you're absolutely fine cruising at 140-150kph in 130 zones and 120-130kph in 110 zones, and slowling down to 137/116 when Waze detects a radar in 130/110 zones.

The best way to travel at speed on the autoroute is with a non-French driving permit. You won't risk losing any points, and will be only be fined, even if flashed at speeds exceeding 160kph

[Rick_Iz]

Great review. To me, that G is perfection. Class & luxury wrapped around brute power.

[v-s]

Now people are hating on 6 cylinders 🤣 ridiculous. There's still the G63

[DGM-TW]

In china they used to sell a 4 cylinder G-Class and didn’t have any problem

[GoadedGoblin]

I really love these but sadly I will never pay this much for a vehicle.