2019 Mercedes-Benz G550 - Old School, Done Right

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The German military equivalent to a Jeep Wrangler, the #MercedesBenz #GWagon quickly grew in popularity over the last two decades when it was formally introduced to America. Often the number one choice for celebrities, the all-new 2019 #G550 carries over everything that we loved about the old one, with a massive improvement on the inside and in the ride quality. It now feels like its worth over $100,000 but before you decide on one, we must suggest checking out the AMG model for another $25,000. #MercedesBenzG550

[@fearfactz1]

That is the most basic and boring wheels i've seen on a 100K$+ car..

[@aqwplayer222]

fearfactz1 They're better for off-roading though. Anyone who cares about looks wouldn't hesitate to get the upgraded options.

[@jauxed]

I agree, it's but ugly wheel set for that price.

[@delavago5379]

lets be honest. people that buy expensive luxury cars don't car about those details. i wouldn't. looking into getting one of these next year

[@SonyEnthusiast]

To you it is. Can't go wrong with a simple and clean 5 spoke

[@mb_249]

You switch that badge for a non luxury brand and nobody likes this car

[@jaredshelton4718]

Right?!?

[@kylebibbee7958]

TRUE

[@thatf_inguy8220]

not true at all. The jeep wrangler, the suzuki jimny...people love small off roaders.

[@amandac4675]

"Luxury car" is an oxymoron

[@nickr3441]

put a kia badge on it

[@caglioso]

I know for the people who actually by these it doesn’t really matter, but I can’t help thinking for that price you could have a dope ass wrangler AND a nice quiet refined daily driver.

[@ekipierrobert1989]

Its really overpriced for real. A toyota land cruiser is so much better.

[@caglioso]

Bitch Lasgna truth also your username is hilarious lol

[@MrBooster999]

@@ekipierrobert1989 its realy isnt better then the g. Not even close

[@MrBooster999]

This is a daily driver.

[@digitalsaint2040]

the side facing door is a security feature, for emergency exits can be done with cover in case of gun fire.

[@Sun_Tzu_Official]

Wow who knew! But in 2019, no one takes these off-road not to mention war!

[@deztroyer76]

That’s a new record. 17 steps away from the the car in the intro. The higher the price, the further away in the intro.

[@NinjaPickups]

I always thought this car was a waste of money besides to show off even tho i love the old school design

[@MrCarGuy]

Plastic steering wheel airbag cover was bad on the E-Class and it's bad here.

[@graysonsgarage5157]

That looks like a Jeep Wrangler to you? It looks more like an old school Land Rover to me

[@michaelyi90]

Really enjoy your reviews. I hope you get to review the Audi Q8 soon!

[@teisithulo1975]

Lmao.......I didn't know about the video at the end....very funny.

[@mike9588]

There’s no intelligent access key because they wanted to preserve the Satisfying sound of the doors and no I’m not joking

[@ACURACALABAR11]

Learn that from doug

[@grendlerdik9426]

doug, ah doug doug doug doug

[@mike9588]

Is there a problem with learning that from Doug considering you did as well

[@KhrissyDaDon]

Mercedes said they didn’t add intelligent access... because the icon door click wouldn’t be if they’d gone that route.

[@khalidalshammary652]

This looks alot like the land cruiser 70 series found in the middle east and Australia.

[@805NAVE]

Khalid Alshammary except the Land Cruiser is most likely still running to this day, and in five years this g wagon will cost too much to keep it in the road lol

[@Ham1001dy]

Those rims look tacky af

[@KokoFixed]

I bet the people who buy this car won't ever touch or know what those three buttons are in the middle of the control panel lol

[@eltunastespinas6899]

Camera man catching butterflies. . . 😁

[@emp1985]

What I learned today: The new G-Series insults its buyers in many, many ways.

[@mogomojo]

What is the name of this car? We will talk about that later on during the test drive.

[@YumYumDynasty]

Reviewed a G wagon & didnt go off road? Wow!!

[@himswol]

You know it's bad when you have to make excuses for a vehicle like this

[@eeshunique]

comment section full of dudes that can't even afford it in the first place. Heck, if I could afford one, I'd buy it on a heart beat. And showing off and the badge is why everyone is buying one. Buyers know that, Mercedes knows that, even the car reviewers know that. So why is everyone else bothered lol?

[@huythai1222]

eesh this comment section is exactly why no one cares about the badge anymore unless you’re a sheep. If you buy that box on wheels, for 200k, you’re spending twice as much on a vehicle that has been outclassed by even its own lineup from the get-go. GLS is more luxurious for less, LC is more off-roady and reliable for less, Land Rover is more luxurious and technologically advanced for less. If buying a car is all about badge, you have more issues with your self esteem than anything, while there are cooler Mercedes anyway.

[@fasiebashir3740]

It's a joke if you are comparing a G Wagon with a Wrangler G Wagon is in a class of its own

[@denisbaraniak9715]

👍 Nice video

[@googleuser3997]

I would be embarrassed to be seen in that thing.

[@agentpiggles6685]

The previous gen had the plastic piece

[@gorgeouscfso]

so this car is a big insult with a bunch of little insults everywhere to remind you that MB thinks you are a piece of exploitable rich shit.

[@sylc6688]

Hideous in my opinion, and it comes with falken tires what a joke.

[@amandac4675]

primed for the Middle East and Beverly hills

[@surosogo]

amanda c And Eastern Europe.

[@omgitsme435]

Nothing screams "I think I'm so cool" and "I don't care about mileage you peasants" like a G wagon.

[@wadeatkinson4766]

ugly what are they thinking?

[@anthonystpeter2010]

Nothing screams jealousy like your comment

[@ianrayflora3593]

This car is just for the status symbol dont @ me

[@JDMHaze]

correct!!!

[@yasinmusse5723]

@@JDMHaze @

[@MrGrandure]

@excuse me

[@JDMHaze]

MrGrandure lmao

[@YC1708]

desertdetroiter ugly??? Wtf r u talking about??

[@cmr2003]

Can't believe the full digital display is not included as basic equipment at that price point.

[@jannissfr]

Cristo Matos The new GLS has it though

[@Effingslackin]

Like the digital display on the A220?

[@TheBollywoodCritic]

Some people prefer the rustic analog look for aesthetic purposes. Plus for a measly $800.00 additional, you can't really complain. At that price point, that's pocket change.

[@shailanawilliams5719]

That’s why I’m honestly just gonna get the new A class comes standard

[@cmr2003]

@@TheBollywoodCritic Well, that's a point of view, but after paying 100k$ or more I personally expect it to be standard.

[@kevs2good133]

The ultimate LA show off vehicle that can literally do anything off road

[@chris809carhunters]

Did somebody watch Doug’s video before filming?

[@Catalina._]

But will it last as long as a 1994 Toyota Celica??!?

[@EchoSigma6]

Definitely not. If you really own the 94 then good for you, too many people are owned by their cars.

[@Sun_Tzu_Official]

You should ask scotty

[@atticstattic]

@Ameer K Just millionaires on KZbin...

[@TD-il6ju]

Actually Katheryn .... yes. The g wagon can last years it is a military vehicle. Let’s say for instance there were a zombie apocalypse or something I’d use the G wagon. Of course with gas being free now that the world is ending lol

[@vermilliontoaster3063]

Mercedes genuinely dislikes fog lights. Even on this SUV.... Why?!!

[@vermilliontoaster3063]

Delita Hyral I genuinely fucking laughed...

[@camlife6930]

@Delita Hyral - best comment on this video 👌🏽

[@MrLovegospel]

This is one of the ugliest SUVs ever made

[@kevin-qc7zv]

It's like they're stuck in the 80's

[@MrBooster999]

@@kevin-qc7zv dumb

[@hugdeath929]

On road dynamics?? A great deal of the video seemed to be spent apologizing for what MB didn’t do properly with this vehicle. I’ve never understood the draw. Like you said the rear of the vehicle is just now useable. Aside from the name and massaging seats why is this vehicle worthy of my hard earned dollars? It isn’t. Thank you for the review and thank you for always being straight with us.

[@mohameddarweesh3008]

You won`t buy this when it is hard to earn your dollers

[@EchoSigma6]

I like the boxy shape and roominess. Toyota should do something like this design with their Landcruiser. However, only a small percentage of owners will actually take this off-road.

[@huythai1222]

James Chung are you seriously saying the LX/ LC isn’t boxy enough 😂. Both of them costs less and they can off-road just as good as the G.

[@EchoSigma6]

Huy Thai: nope, I’m not saying that. I just like the square hard angle of the G and wished the LC had that. I just don’t care for Toyota’s design language but like their build quality.

[@grendlerdik9426]

mercedes charges extra for everything, even the engine, yeah, to actually get this car to move, you need to pay $10, 000

[@805NAVE]

Lexus LX570 and GX460 are much better, and ACTUALLY are OLD SCHOOL DONE RIGHT. This G wagon will just cost a fortune to maintain, and will be plagued with issues. I mean just look at Belen Solomon’s new G wagon, it’s practically a lemon already lmao. Not to mention she’s been through like 4 different G wagons , another one which was a lemon as well. I’ve had my 05 Land Cruiser since new, and now have 272,000 miles on it. Never had any issues whatsoever, everything works just like it did when I bought it 15 years ago.

[@TahoeMacedon]

bravo for Mercedes-Benz for adding cup holders :). well said, its just an over engineered overpriced junk

[@armyandblink47]

Mr. Sofyan Bey, will you please review the 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4 door? Thank you!

[@majedbineisa]

6:31 I'm not looking at any design elements Sofyan, I'm looking at your camera man and trying to figure out why is he looking at his watch!!!

[@iCodyonline]

Majed Almutairi it’s a view screen on his wrist so he can see what the camera sees from higher views.

[@RomanM803]

Poor people mad because they can’t afford one.😂😂😂😂

[@raydendr9628]

I'm poor I like it LOL

[@darkpoet25]

Smart people don't piss away good money on overhyped/overpriced status symbols like this.

[@RomanM803]

darkpoet25 you sound mad. This car has heritage. Keep your Honda this is outta YOUR tax-brack. Ok

[@darkpoet25]

LOL, not mad at all. If I had a choice of dropping six figures on a car or a house, I'm going for the house. I'd rather invest that money into something I personally find worthwhile like an IRA and grow that money instead. Funny how you assume to know what I'm worth or what I drive.

[@RomanM803]

darkpoet25 people who can afford this car already have multiple homes and businesses. One g wagon isn’t gonna hurt

[@Colorado_Ronin]

I’ll never understand why people pay 100k for these things

[@amandac4675]

People do have money to burn I suppose

[@nickr3441]

@@williamshinn1319 1 is the only reason. The rest are BS

[@PWCDN]

@desertdetroiter yep nobody buys this goes off road, they're too scared to scratch it. People who buy this are the same people who live 10 minute walking distance from a Starbucks, drive to said Starbucks everyday to buy a frappachino to drink at home

[@BeesonsCars]

It’s a totally unique car from anything in it’s price range. Plus it has the most road presence of any non super car under 300k imo. Also, the G might be the highest quality MB. It feels like driving a bank vault on wheels. I love it but a lot of people don’t. It’s a very polarizing car that has had its reputation tarnished and simultaneously increased by the kardashian culture.

[@RLTtizME]

I am sure that this is a fine vehicle. It is, however, quite goofy looking when seen on the street. It is a vehicle for people who really can't figure out how to get rid of their money fast enough.

[@AS-er4ud]

Go make G-wagen money and show them how to spend it then instead of being a judgmental twat.

[@MsRose00]

My dream car... 😍😍😍

[@sfrealestatedealmaker6001]

MsRose00 - You may change your mind after you drive it for a few weeks. The ride quality is horrendous.

[@AS-er4ud]

@@sfrealestatedealmaker6001 As if you've driven the NEW g-wagen, this isn't the last gen.

[@sfrealestatedealmaker6001]

Adrian S - Correct.

[@Foxxy_Steve]

I swear it feels like luxury cars are the biggest ripoff. You have to get so much added on that cars of half the price come with standard. It’s just for the status symbol for sure. I’d much rather have a KIA Telluride over this G Wagon. Even if I was rich I wouldn’t go for such a bad investment such as this.

[@madgainz7871]

My thoughts exactly. I cant believe any real rich person does not feel INSULTED by the lacks of any fucking features for that price point... I mean no keyless entry, you fucking kidding? Ugly ass analog implementation of the gauge and screen. This car is an insult to anybody that is not an idiot. If your rich there is way better option with nore bragging rights

[@bengold121]

Back in the 90s before they were selling it in the Mercedes dealer you could buy them in a private dealer; it came in two chooses of trim two doors soft top and four doors. The private dealer were selling it for $100,000. Since it became very popular Mercedes decided to selling it in their dealer.

[@sevensinsvelocityshop7563]

Gotta keep in mind my friend the G-Wagon was originally a military truck, can’t be too hard on it

[@SMITPGG1997]

Great Review Of 2019 Mercedes-Benz G550. 😀

[@docduc]

You cannot get a front camera on this G550 due to the front bar. You can only get it on the G63. If you put in eco mode it goes into a sailing mode, even though there is no sailing boat symbol like in the G63, but you will see the rpm drop to idle. It also has cylinder activation mode. It is super comfy and way more liveable than the last generation. Last generation G wagon gives you a feeling of driving and old truck down an old dirt road.

[@MrBooster999]

Glide mode* cylinder DEactivation*

[@madgainz7871]

Poster child of fake it till you make it car

[@uglypoe]

The 550 has the 360 camera disabled because of the required front bar which blocks the camera. The g63 doesn't have the same issue.

[@TheZchauvin]

Maybe I’m weird but I love the the box shape of this vehicle, the Land Rover defender, LR4. If I could have a G wagon body, Toyota Land Cruiser reliability, and 4Runner price I’d be in heaven. Could do without all the screens inside the vehicle though. GPS is about all a person needs if they were ever to be honest.

[@uncleben4560]

Bravo for adding cup holders to a $200,000 truck !! 😂😂

[@TheBollywoodCritic]

I'm glad they updated the design of this car so that all the posers out there driving 6 and 10 year old used G wagons can no longer try to flex and fool the uninitiated into believing that they have more means than the reality.

[@dinnerplate2119]

I’ve seen about 2 dozen of these on the road so far in Miami and while the changes aren’t drastic, they’re certainly recognizable. The LED taillights and new circle DRLs alone make this car look 100x better

[@Blu6088]

Lol, for another $23,000 you can go faster!! Yea no thanks.

[@bobafett5838]

"Done Right"? You mean, the same way it got all the expensive parts replaced with cheap plastics to make profits when the warranty ends? Over-engineering computers so they need expensive updates and constant replacements? This thing has a plastic intake manifold, it melts at excessive driving, a $3500 replacement.

[@AS-er4ud]

New cars have this thing called a warranty and people who can afford a G-wagen don't hold their cars past a warranty.

[@NileshR12]

Sofyan seems to have forgotten about the variety of options from Land Rover with the Discovery, the Range Rover Spprt, & the full size Range Rover, its main competitor

[@Danny_Fernandes]

I agree that most of things should have been included but they want to make money on all the upgrades.

[@siphobennett8170]

Awesome review...you always cover good practical details and you have reviewed some rather interesting vehicles. Keep it up!

[@gamingwithredwan5013]

I would rather get a Land Cruiser

[@wonderboy1998]

Never go wrong with a toyota and always will secure is value

[@joecool9739]

Youre comparing apples to oranges.

[@fakedazzleful]

@@joecool9739 yep. That G wagon start around 125k and could go all the way up to 200k

[@joecool9739]

@@fakedazzleful Also the styling philosophy as well as luxury philosophy make these 2 trucks completely incompatible in terms of comparisons.

[@fakedazzleful]

@@joecool9739 true.

[@Datsun7705]

If only mercedes offered this with an in-line 6 diesel like older mercedes sedans

[@tsakitx8190]

There's a new Diesel engine coming with something like 700pft

[@Datsun7705]

Tsaki Tx this is a heavy beast so a diesel engine will help with its fuel economy and towing capacity

[@vasianbimbli1307]

They do offer it. G 350d, 3L i6 and 258 hp

[@radudeATL]

Sofyan the type of guy to give a car that needs no introduction and introduction.

[@Liger._King]

Give it to Doug to give it a Doug score. I'm sure he'd quickly say that it still has the aerodynamics of a refrigerator.

[@paulm6481]

Their infotainment screen is not touch sensitive, what a joke

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

These seem to be very popular in Beverly Hills.

[@hunttyp5845]

You live in there too ?

[@angeljuarez8890]

I know damn well he is going to LOVE the door closing sound on this car!

[@ajlee6933]

@redlinereviews, keyless access isn’t available on the G wagon at any price point.

[@itmustbelove08]

AJ Lee again his lack of research behooves me.

[@UzumakiNaruto-xt9fm]

This overrated car with extremely Shitty quality.... hell no!!!

[@MrBooster999]

You have the intelligence of a tree stump

[@360milliondollars]

Who has the money to waste on this can barely afford a home so I guess this replace it.

[@devlad]

Don't think the silver is doing it any favours. Looks way meaner in black or that blue in the previous generation.

[@spenserb8082]

I'd rather just buy a house.

[@SubieSpecial]

He tested that door multiple times. LOL

[@Redmon05]

Classic vehicle, but seems like so little for so much. Great review, Sofyan!

[@rico4you]

Nice review that door entry sound is epic! Keyless entry is subject to high theft and that amazing light system no need for foglights......nice bloopers 😭😭

[@Kzuke]

Generally like your reviews, but this one felt a little fake glossing over all the flaws, the exorbitant price, and the known unreliability of modern MBZs. And the fact that nobody who buys a $150,000 SUV will be taking it offroad on anything more than a smooth dirt road, if even that. It felt like you were priming the MBZ Press Relations so you'd be sure to get another tester in the future. 😕

[@plvt0n1vm]

that is a cheap ass LCD screen...why didnt they just use LED

[@Eshabee]

Jack Bailey or oled

[@oscarmora2618]

Every time I see one of these cars I always think about the Kardashian’s lol 🙃🙃

[@BL3ND392]

I’d pick any Mercedes over this overrated box

[@wrzl1675]

I have a friend that owned the 2017 model so I’m seeing huge changes... I say owned because that’s how short his ownership was lol. That thing has some serious cool factor but once the honeymoon is over it’s trade in time.

[@fabianher120373]

Bro Jeep wishes it had a little bit of the G's DNA

[@roarpal6314]

before mercedes g 550 there was fiat campagnola really nice suv ...such a shame they dont make no more , check here on youtube! couple times i asked fiat to make again on facebook and they said will report to the headquarter of fiat!

[@paulm6481]

Useless vehicle. Less capable too now. It’s a mall cruiser for Beverly Hills. No one takes it off-road. A joke and even less capable than a Wrangler.

[@DeeJayAdverb]

Bro! The top plastic has always been there, Rain gutters!!

[@mahinahmed2316]

The smaller wheels looks really good

[@mrgumbwit5307]

The door close sound is very clingy-clangy. Hoeever I realized why it does that was because of heritage and distinction. So I accept that.

[@jeff3220]

16:49 Massageing "shit" option

[@Sam-mw5hx]

Nice title it’s true timeless design

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

The Mercedes G Wagon will always be such a timeless car to look at ~~ even if the new one still looked like this, I think people would still buy it.

[@Typically_Bad]

This ugly box screams “I’m a rich white mom with my bratty kids and I would like to speak to your manager.”

[@asemabuasba8398]

What a uglyyyyyyy car 😷😷😷😷😷😷 Ohh yeah cuz it's Mercedes , nothing new that's the reason 😷😷😷😷😷😷

[@memandip]

Here at UAE Dubai its a ladies Car, Females love riding this. No offense though...

[@marc10uae]

say insult one more time

[@jcguy6608]

The small clock is so far down it is useless.

[@bwest6275]

This is still off road royalty 🙇🏻‍♂️

[@triplem2545]

I'll take a Land cruiser instead.

[@ekipierrobert1989]

This man knows his shit.

[@gudalawrence2028]

Downwards firing exhaust gonna be raising lot of dust while offroad