Mercedes G class 2000 5.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2012. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 388 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 530 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes G class 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC fuel consumption is 14.7 litres per 100km (6.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 19.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 12 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 16.9 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes G class fuel consumption.

Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC technical data
Model: | Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2012. January | ||
Engine: | 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 351 g/km |
Power: | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.7 (combined) 19.3 (urban) 12.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 16.9 l/100km (13.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres (25.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.66m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.93m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 13.26 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 3200 kg |
Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC engine M273 KE55
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 98 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.7 : 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 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
Power | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase and 7 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. |
All Mercedes G class crossover [2000 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI 4x4
Jan 2002 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.7 Diesel | 156 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
Mercedes G 320 2000 CDI Lang 4MATIC 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
Mercedes G 320 2006 CDI 4x4 Jul 2006 — | 3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | - |
Mercedes G 320 2000 4x4 Sep 2000 — Jul 2006 | 3.2 Petrol | 215 HP | 15.0 l/100km |
Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI 4x4
Sep 2000 — Jul 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 13.0 l/100km |
Mercedes G 500 2000 4x4 Sep 2000 — Jul 2006 | 5.0 Petrol | 296 HP | 17.0 l/100km |
Mercedes G 500 2006 4x4 Jul 2006 — | 5.0 Petrol | 296 HP | 16.7 l/100km |
Mercedes G 55 2003 AMG 4x4 Jan 2003 — Jun 2004 | 5.4 Petrol | 354 HP | 16.0 l/100km |
Mercedes G 55 2004 AMG Kompressor 4x4
Jun 2004 — Jul 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 476 HP | 16.3 l/100km |
Mercedes G 55 2006 AMG Kompressor 4x4
Jul 2006 — Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 500 HP | 16.3 l/100km |
Mercedes G 500 2008 Lang 4MATIC 4x4
Jan 2008 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 14.7 l/100km |