It is a shame the MBUSA has decided not to import the G 400 CDI, which is the best choice on the G-klasse line up.

Just compare these figures:

G 400 CDI / G 320 / G 500

Engine type: V8 / V6 / V8
Fuel: Diesel / Gas / Gas
Displacement (c.c.): 3,996 / 3,199 / 4,966
Max Power (h.p.): 250 / 215 / 296
Max Torque (N.m.): 560 / 300 / 456
Max Speed (k.p.h.): 182 / 173 / 190
Mix consumption (l/100 km): 12,8 / 15,5 / 16,7


In speed tests, the G 400 CDI has proven to be only 0.1 slower from 0 to 62 m.p.h. than the G 500

The turbodiesel V-8 has more torque than Mercedes-Benz gasoline V-12!

Aesthetically, the G 400 CDI is identical to the G 500 (same equipment levels, wheels, colors, etc.)

The price range of the G 400 CDI is also very similar to the G 500 (same base price or a couple of thousand $ less depending on the market).

So, for the same price you get more torque than a V-12, and higher mileage than a V-6. Need anything else?


A. Rosich
S 320, 1998
E 320 T, 1995






[Edited by A. Rosich on 05-13-2001 at 10:40 PM]