The 2016 Mercedes-Benz G-Class stands out in any crowd, unless that crowd has its own air cover and a tank escort.
Dressed more for success than for tackling lunar landscapes, the G-Class cabin hides its rugged origins beneath a nicer veneer of wood and leather The regular shapes, exposed door hinges, flat door panels, and tall glass areas keep the bygone flair intact
The new turbocharged base engine offers a little more pep than the outgoing engine, launching the G550 from 0 to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds versus 6.1 seconds for the old naturally aspirated 5.5-liter V-8. This engine delivers smooth power with a hint of turbo lag at low revs and a throaty burble appropriate of a V-8. The G63 AMG is faster yet, cutting the 0 to 60 mph time to 5.4 seconds and sounding even more menacing.