2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: every variant sold in Australia
2 variants of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class carry the 2018 model year in our catalogue — the W463 generation. Specs, safety, economy and standard equipment for every grade, side by side.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is no longer sold new in Australia. A price is shown only where we hold Mercedes-Benz's own printed price for that variant: what it cost new, not a current offer or a used value. Specifications are kept for used-buyer research. See the current Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Every 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class variant
| Variant | Drivetrain | Power | Economy / range | Seats | Full specifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-AMG G 63SUV | Petrol · AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic · AWD | 420 kW | 13.8 L/100km | 5 | Full specs → |
| G 350dSUV | Diesel · 7G-TRONIC PLUS 7-speed automatic · AWD | 180 kW | 9.9 L/100km | 5 | Full specs → |
Equipment across the 2018 range
Four states, never three. Standard means the document prints it as standard on that grade. Optional means it is a factory extra, at the price the document prints. No means the document confirms it is not available. No data means we have not read it off a Mercedes-Benz document yet, which is not the same as saying the car does not have it.
| Variant | Adaptive cruise | Blind-spot monitor | Reversing camera | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-AMG G 63 | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| G 350d | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Not yet read off a Mercedes-Benz document for any 2018 variant: AEB. Left out of the table rather than shown as a column of “No data”; it is not a “No”.
What changed from the 2016 G-Class
Our 2016 and 2018 rows cannot be lined up grade for grade (the names, bodies or drivetrains differ), so no change is listed rather than a guessed one.
2018 G-Class size, capacity and servicing
| Figure | Across the 2018 range | Variants holding it |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 96 L | 2 of 2 |
Not yet on file for this model year: length, width, height, wheelbase, ground clearance, kerb weight, boot space, service interval (months), service interval (distance), warranty term. These read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.
Recalls on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
The jack provided with the vehicle may not include a base plate.
Published 2024-09-03. Year range on the notice: 2010 - 2023. Matched to 2 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-006071 on the government register
The vehicle jack may collapse while in use, causing serious injuries or death.
Due to a manufacturing defect, the front axle wiring harness may come in contact with the oil cooler.
Published 2023-05-04. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2022. Matched to 1 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-005667 on the government register
A loss of safety systems such as the Antilock Braking System (ABS) and the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road user and bystanders.
Due to a software issue, the automatic network search of the emergency call system (eCall) communication module may be deactivated.
Published 2022-04-06. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2020. Matched to 1 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-005401 on the government register
If the eCall system is deactivated, in the event of an emergency it would not be possible for the vehicle occupants to connect with emergency services, either manually or automatically. As a consequence, emergency vehicles may not be directed to the affected vehicle or may be delayed. This could increase the risk of death if a serious injury has occurred.
Due to a software issue, the automatic network search of the emergency call system (eCall) communication module may be deactivated.
Published 2021-10-21. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2020. Matched to 1 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-004979 on the government register
If the eCall system is deactivated, in the event of an emergency it would not be possible for the vehicle occupants to connect with emergency services, either manually or automatically. As a consequence, emergency vehicles may not be directed to the affected vehicle or may be delayed. This could increase the risk of death if a serious injury has occurred.
Sulfur fumes from axle oil may impair an electrical component in the differential locking module, affecting the normal functioning of the differential lock.
Published 2020-09-02. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2019. Matched to 1 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-000964 on the government register
Communication between the control unit and the locking actuator may be shut down and the displayed status of the differential lock may be unreliable. This could also mean that the electronic stability program (ESP) and anti-lock braking system (ABS) are deactivated. Loss of proper operation of the differential lock and braking and traction systems may increase the risk of a crash in situations where these are being relied on, increasing the risk of injury or death of vehicle occupants and occupants of nearby vehicles.
The lock symbol embossed on the operating lever for the child safety lock may show the locking status incorrectly.
Published 2020-07-19. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2019. Matched to 1 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-000960 on the government register
The incorrectly embossed symbol may result in a misinterpretation of the locking status of the child safety lock. It may be possible to open the rear doors from the inside even though locking them. It may also not be possible to open the rear doors from the inside after unlocking the child safety latch. This could result in a risk of injury and/or an increased risk of injury for the occupants in the rear seats. The display and use of the child safety lock is shown correctly in the operator's manual.
The wiring harness may not be installed correctly on the front doors, resulting in individual cables being damaged whilst opening and closing doors.
Published 2020-05-21. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2019. Matched to 2 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-000953 on the government register
If cables are damaged, the following may occur (depending on which cable is affected): - the side airbag may not deploy or there may be a delay in deployment - in the event of an air bag deployment, emergency services may be automatically notified of the incorrect affected seating position in the car - the door may not automatically unlock in an accident. If any of the above occur in the event of an accident, there is a risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants.
The materials used in the oil lines may not meet the correct specifications.
Published 2020-03-19. Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2019. Matched to 2 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-000955 on the government register
If a leak occurs, the oil could come into contact with hot components of the vehicle and cause a fire. This could result in serious injury to the vehicles occupants and other road users.
Strong vibrations, such as driving on corrugated roadway, could cause the brake lines in the ABS hydraulic unit to crack, resulting in brake fluid leaking and affecting the vehicle's stopping distance.
Published 2019-09-24. Year range on the notice: 2011 - 2018. Matched to 2 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-000934 on the government register
The braking power of the affected circuit may be impaired, which may lead to a longer stopping distance, increasing the risk of an accident or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.
The bolts securing the lower steering joint may not have been torqued correctly, over time this may result in wear to the steering joint causing a reduction of steering control.
Published 2017-07-13. Matched to 2 of the 2 variants on this page. REC-003793 on the government register
This may result in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants and other road users.
Where a figure has not been read off a source document it reads “No data” rather than a zero or a dash, and an equipment column reads “No” only where a document confirms the feature is not available. Full specs, the source for each variant and a side-by-side configurator for every Mercedes-Benz G-Class variant, including other model years, are on the model page.
