Mercedes G class 2008 5.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG is being produced from January, 2008. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 544 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 760 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett MGT2260MSL turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes G class 5.5 engine oil type is 0W-40 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG fuel consumption is 13.8 litres per 100km (7.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 11.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes G class safety
During safety testing Mercedes G class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes G class is evaluated with very good rate 90 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection Mercedes G class got 78 points from 100.
Mercedes G class safety equipment has been rated as good - 72 percents from 100.
Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG technical data
| Model: | Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January | ||
| Engine: | 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 322 g/km |
| Power: | 544 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 760 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.8 (combined) 17.2 (urban) 11.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres (25.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.67m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.95m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 13.6 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 3200 kg | ||
Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG engine M157
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 5461 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 98 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG oil type | 0W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
| Power | 525 - 585 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 - 900 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2010 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes S klase Mercedes CLS and 5 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Mercedes G class crossover [2008 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes G 350 2012 CDI 4x4 Jan 2012 — | 3.0 Diesel | 211 HP | 11.2 l/100km |
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Mercedes G 65 2012 AMG 4x4
Jan 2012 — Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 612 HP | 17.0 l/100km |
| Mercedes G 500 2012 4x4 Jan 2012 — | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 14.9 l/100km |
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Mercedes G 63 2008 AMG 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
5.5 Petrol | 544 HP | 13.8 l/100km |