DecodedCars2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 12 combined · 11 city / 13 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 26 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 12 MPG combined, 29% below the 2006 SUV - average of 17 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 19 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (5.0L 8-cyl and 5.4L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 12 MPG combined (11 city / 13 highway), 29% worse than the 2006 SUV - average of 17 MPG, for an estimated $6,850 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2006
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2005 G-Class — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 G-Class →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 13 / 12 | -29% | $6,850 | 741 |
| G55 AMG | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 13 / 12 | -29% | $6,850 | 741 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class (this car) | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2006 BMW X5 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 BMW X3 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Lexus RX | 27 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other G-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 G-Class | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 G-Class | 18 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 G-Class | 18 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 G-Class | 14 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 G-Class | 14 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 G-Class | 16 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 G-Class | 18 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 G-Class | 14 | 181.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 G-Class | 14 | 181.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 G-Class | 13 | 174.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 G-Class | 13 | 174.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 G-Class | 13 | 174.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →