Take-back of end-of-life vehicles. Coming full circleAt the end of its long life, you can return your G-Class to us for environment-friendly disposal in accordance

with the EU End-Of-Life Vehicle Directive.1 But that day lies a long way off.1Applies in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 t permissible gross weight.

The G-Class has met the statutory regulations governing the suitability of the vehicle's design for reuse and recycling for a number of years now. A network of vehicle take-back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your vehicle in an environment-friendly manner.

The ways in which both vehicles and parts can be recovered are subject to ongoing development and improvement. Consequently, the G-Class will be able to comply with any future increases in the recycling quota within the stipulated time limits.

For further information, please call 00800 1 777 7777.

Please note: changes may have been made to the product since this brochure went to press (10.11. 03). The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specification during the delivery period, provided these changes, while taking into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed reasonable with respect to the purchaser.

Where the vendor or the manufacturer uses symbols or numbers to describe an order or the subject of an order, no rights may be derived solely from these. The illustrations may show accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of standard specification. Colours may differ slightly from those shown in the brochure, owing to the limitations of the printing process.

This brochure is distributed internationally and may contain models and services which are not available in certain countries. Information given regarding statutory regulations, legal requirements and taxation applies to the Federal Republic of Germany only. Please consult your Mercedes-Benz dealer for final details.

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THE NEW G 55 AMG WITH V8 SUPERCHARGED ENGINE

Legend

You won’t find many cars on the road today (or indeed off-road) which can claim to havemade their debut in 1979 and been a per-manent fixture ever since. For a car to achievesuch a record, it must, by definition, be capableof demonstrating some pretty extraordinaryqualities – qualities such as reliability, robustness and performance, which never goout of fashion. No wonder, then, that theMercedes-Benz G-Class has become somethingof a legend, achieving cult status long beforeits 25th year of production.

For further details of the 25-year history of the G-Class, go to www.mercedes-benz.com

Newcomer

You won’t find many cars on the road today(or indeed off-road) that, 25 years on fromtheir debut, are still considered to be amongthe leading lights in their segment. For a carto achieve such a record it must have qualit-ies which set it apart from the rest: state-of-the-art technology, brimming with innova-tions, for example, and a distinctive shapewhich oozes character. The legend liveson in the form of the new G 55 AMG with a supercharged engine.

Excitement

Finding your own way, broadening your horizons, appreciating freedom, enjoying in-dependence – the new G 55 AMG opensup a new dimension in driving. Equipped withthe heart of a sports star, it offers extremepower reserves and a dynamism you wouldn’texpect to find in a cross-country vehicle.Are you ready for the thrilling ride ahead?

Composure

Superiority, control, dependability andstrength – the new G 55 AMG certainly haswhat it takes to ensure long-term success.A role model in its field, offering plentyof power and an impressive magnitude whichcan’t be measured in centimetres alone, the G-Class gives you the reassuring sensa-tion of being totally in control, whateverthe situation.

Effortless

The G 55 AMG’s impressive power delivery isunparalleled. And outstanding spontaneity,agility and dynamic handling ensure unlimit-ed driving pleasure. On top of which there’sthe silky smooth operation and thrillingsound of the powerful 8-cylinder. Whetheron tarmacked roads or off – every journeyis a breeze.

Powerful

50 journalists from 22 different countriesvoted the AMG 5.5-litre V8 compressorengine, with its 350-kW (476-hp) output and700-Nm torque, the “Best Performance Engine2003”. The jury described the engine as“...extraordinarily powerful and at the same time totally dependable... the perform-ance of this astonishingly smooth and un-believably powerful V8 engine is breath-taking.”*

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Rational

The G-Class has a highly functional designwhich helps you to stay relaxed, even onlonger drives. The raised seating position,for example, provides a commanding viewof the vehicle and the surrounding traffic.Electrically adjustable front seats with amemory function, an automatic transmissionwith Touchshift, a steering wheel whichadjusts automatically when you enter andleave the vehicle, automatically dimming inte-rior and exterior mirrors, Headlamp Assistand a rain sensor, among other things, makefor a luxury feel you will savour.

Emotional

Like the exterior, the interior of the G 55 AMGis a picture of exclusivity and high-class ele-gance. And, of course, there’s plenty of scopeto incorporate your own ideas. The wood trimparts and the leather appointments comefrom the designo range, with its distinctive,high-quality hand-crafted finish. Choosenatural maple grain wood and designo sandleather, as shown here, or other optionsfrom the designo range to suit your ownpersonal taste.

Appealing to hearts

The G 55AMG comes equipped with virtuallyeverything your heart could desire, and boththe exterior and interior tell you instantly thatthis is a truly special vehicle. Inside, takea look at the AMG instrument cluster with itsAMG logo and “V8 KOMPRESSOR” lettering,the stainless steel AMG door sill panels withtheir illuminated AMG logo and the selectorlever with a “G 55” badge. External featuresinclude 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheelswith size 285/55 R18 tyres, an AMG exhaustsystem with side-fitted twin tailpipes,a silver painted radiator grille and high-quality trim strips.

And minds

No. of cylinders/arrangement 8/VBore/stroke (mm) 97.0/92.0Total displacement (cc) 5439Rated output (kW at rpm)1 350/6100Rated torque (Nm at rpm)1 700/2650–4500Acceleration2 0–100 km/h (s) 5.6Top speed2 (km/h) 210Tyre size 285/55 R 18Fuel consumption3 (l/100 km)

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1 Figures according to EC directives2 Electronically limited3 Values were not available at time of going to press