Mercedes-Benz G-Class G 550, G 63 AMG & More

Last updated August 4, 2026

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

The G 550 and G 550 4MATIC are the core gas-powered G-Class models. They deliver the traditional formula: a luxury cabin, unmistakable boxy styling, and serious low-range off-road hardware. The G 55 AMG, G 63 AMG, and G 65 AMG models form the Performance branch, adding hand-built AMG power, stronger brakes, and a louder, sportier personality without giving up genuine trail capability. The G 580 w/EQ Technology is the electric branch, using four individually controlled motors and EV-specific trail tools to preserve the G-Class character. The G 550 4X4 Squared is the extreme-terrain special edition, defined by portal axles, towering ground clearance, and specialized suspension.

What each trim is known for

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Core Model

Core Model

G 550G 550 4MATIC

The Core Model trim level — G 550 and G 550 4MATIC — is the classic gas-powered G-Class, pairing an upscale cabin and iconic shape with authentic off-road hardware rather than AMG-style performance.

Best for: Drivers who want the traditional G-Wagen experience with luxury, everyday comfort, and real trail ability.

Highlights

  • Permanent AWD with low range and locking center, rear, and front differentials
  • Luxury-focused cabin paired with rugged construction
  • Off-road controls and, in newer versions, trail-focused displays
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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Performance

Performance

G 55 AMGG 55 AMG 4MATICG 63 AMGG 63 AMG 4MATICG 65 AMG

The Performance trim level — G 55 AMG, G 55 AMG 4MATIC, G 63 AMG, G 63 AMG 4MATIC, and G 65 AMG — is the faster, louder AMG take on the G-Class, with stronger road performance layered onto its off-road foundation.

Best for: Drivers who want classic G-Class presence and capability with a more dramatic engine, exhaust, and road feel.

Highlights

  • Hand-built AMG engines, with character varying from the supercharged G 55 to the twin-turbo G 63 and G 65
  • AMG-tuned transmissions and high-performance brakes
  • Full-time AWD with low range and locking center, rear, and front differentials
  • Sportier cabin controls and trim

Adds hand-built AMG power, performance-tuned transmissions, stronger brakes, and a more dramatic cabin over the Core Model while retaining low range and locking differentials.

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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric

Electric

G 580 w/EQ Technology

The Electric trim level — G 580 w/EQ Technology — is the battery-powered G-Class, built to keep the model's upright design and trail-focused personality rather than turn it into a conventional electric crossover.

Best for: Drivers who want electric power and distinctive trail technology without leaving the G-Class formula behind.

Highlights

  • Four individually controlled electric motors
  • Selectable Low Range with individual-wheel control
  • G-TURN pivot-turn function for loose surfaces
  • Off-road displays and controls

This is a separate branch rather than a simple performance upgrade: it replaces the Performance level's gas-powered AMG formula with four electric motors and EV-specific trail tools.

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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Special Editions

Special Editions

G 550 4X4 Squared

The Special Editions trim level — G 550 4X4 Squared — is the factory-built extreme off-road G-Class, using portal axles and specialty suspension to go beyond the regular G 550's trail capability.

Best for: Drivers seeking unusual factory off-road hardware and a towering stance while keeping a G-Class luxury cabin.

Highlights

  • Portal axles for exceptionally high ground clearance
  • Specialized dual-spring suspension with variable damping
  • Permanent AWD with low range and locking center, rear, and front differentials
  • Stainless steel underbody protection

Compared with Electric, this special-edition branch returns to gas power and adds portal axles, specialized suspension, and underbody protection for more extreme terrain.

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Trim comparison

FeatureElectricCore ModelPerformanceSpecial Editions
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G 580 w/EQ Technology0 in stock
G 550, G 550 4MATIC10 in stock
G 55 AMG, G 55 AMG 4MATIC, G 63 AMG, G 63 AMG 4MATIC, G 65 AMG1 in stock
G 550 4X4 Squared0 in stock
Recognizable modelsG 580 w/EQ TechnologyG 550; G 550 4MATICG 55 AMG; G 63 AMG; G 65 AMG, including 4MATIC versionsG 550 4X4 Squared
Primary identityElectric technology branchClassic luxury off-roaderAMG performance branchExtreme-terrain special edition
Power sourceFour electric motorsGas; engine varies by yearSupercharged or twin-turbo AMG gas enginesTwin-turbo gas engine
Low-range systemSelectable electric Low RangeLow-range transfer caseLow-range transfer caseLow-range transfer case
Traction hardwareIndividually controlled wheel motorsLocking center, rear, and front differentialsLocking center, rear, and front differentialsLocking center, rear, and front differentials
Defining hardwareG-TURN and EV trail controlsTraditional G-Class off-road equipmentAMG transmission and brake tuningPortal axles and specialty suspension
Driving characterInstant-response electric powerCapability and comfort firstQuicker, louder, and sportierFocused on difficult terrain

Frequently asked questions

What is the G 550 trim?

The G 550 is the core gas-powered G-Class. On newer models, it pairs a mild-hybrid turbo six-cylinder engine with permanent all-wheel drive, low range, three locking differentials, modern driver aids, and trail-focused displays.

What is the difference between the G 550 and G 580 w/EQ Technology?

The G 550 is the traditional gas model, while the G 580 is fully electric. The G 580 uses four motors and EV-specific trail tools such as G-TURN; the newer G 550 uses a mild-hybrid turbo six-cylinder and conventional low-range all-wheel drive.

Which G-Class trim makes the most sense for regular driving?

The G 550 is the straightforward pick for regular driving. It delivers the traditional G-Class design, luxury cabin, and serious off-road hardware without the louder performance focus of older AMG versions or the charging needs of the electric G 580.

Which G-Class trim is fully electric?

The G 580 w/EQ Technology is the full-electric G-Class. Introduced for 2025, it uses four individually controlled motors, a 116-kWh battery, selectable low range, and specialized off-road functions.

Does the electric G 580 still have serious off-road equipment?

Yes. The G 580 uses four individually controlled motors, individual-wheel drive, selectable low range, off-road display pages, and G-TURN, which can pivot the vehicle on loose surfaces.

What did older AMG G-Class trims add over the G 550?

Older AMG trims added hand-built high-output engines, performance-tuned transmissions, larger brakes, louder side-exit exhausts, sportier cabin details, and more aggressive road manners. They retained low range and three locking differentials.

What is the difference between the older G 55 AMG and G 63 AMG?

The G 55 AMG used a 500-hp supercharged V8, while the later G 63 AMG used a twin-turbo V8 with an AMG seven-speed automatic. Both emphasized speed, sound, larger brakes, and side-exit exhaust without giving up the G-Class off-road hardware.

What is the difference between the older G 63 AMG and G 65 AMG?

The G 63 AMG used a twin-turbo V8, while the G 65 AMG stepped up to a 621-hp twin-turbo V12. The G 65 also added richer standard cabin trim, including quilted Nappa leather and AMG sport seats.

Which older AMG G-Class is for someone who wants the V12?

The G 65 AMG is the V12 model. It pairs a hand-built 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 with a seven-speed automatic, full-time all-wheel drive, low range, three locking differentials, and a more richly trimmed cabin.

What is the G 550 4x4 Squared?

The G 550 4x4 Squared is a factory-built extreme off-road version sold in the 2017–2018 era. It adds portal axles, specialized suspension, underbody protection, and 17.2 inches of ground clearance while keeping V8 power and a luxury cabin.

How is the G 550 4x4 Squared different from a regular G 550?

The 4x4 Squared focuses far more heavily on difficult terrain. Compared with the regular G 550 of its era, it adds portal axles, much greater ground clearance, specialized dual spring-and-strut suspension, and more extreme approach and departure geometry.

Which G-Class trim should I look for if extreme trail ability matters most?

Look for the G 550 4x4 Squared from the 2017–2018 era. Its portal axles, 17.2 inches of ground clearance, specialized suspension, skid protection, low range, and three locking differentials set it apart from the regular model.

What does 4MATIC mean in a G-Class trim name?

4MATIC is Mercedes-Benz naming for all-wheel drive. On older badges such as G 550 4MATIC or G 63 AMG 4MATIC, it identifies the same basic model family while calling out its permanent all-wheel-drive system.

Do the G 550 and older AMG trims both have locking differentials?

Yes. The G 550 and the older AMG versions described here use full-time all-wheel drive, a two-speed transfer case with low range, and three locking differentials. AMG trims add performance hardware rather than replacing the core trail system.