Mercedes-Benz 2005

G-Class
G 500
G 55 AMG
 G 55 AMG shown in D Graphite metallic with dealer-installed accessory grille guard.

The one and only

The look is unmistakable, and the driving experience — unbelievable. In a world of pretenders, the rugged, hand-built
G-Class stands alone as a true original. The SUV that’s first in the hearts of purists the world over is also the last
SUV to be built almost entirely by hand with a time-honored, painstakingly thorough approach. On and off-road, the
G 500 inspires with muscular V-8 power, the surefooted control of permanent 4-wheel drive, and the expert reflexes of
our Electronic Stability Program (ESP ). For 2005, the G 55 AMG adds a dominating new 469-hp supercharged V-8 and one very impressive
title: The most powerful production SUV on the planet.1 Take your place inside a cavernous interior overflowing with
sumptuous leather, hand-polished wood and cutting-edge technology, including new Head Protection Curtains. And
take command of an SUV unlike any other. A vehicle steeped in legend and mystique — the one-of-a-kind G-Class.

1 Comparison based on peak horsepower of 2005 G 55 and production 2004 SUVs. 2005 competitor information not available at time of printing.
G 500 shown in Brilliant Silver metallic with dealer-installed accessory
trailer hitch, and G 55 AMG shown in Obsidian Black metallic.
G-Class specifications (PAGE 1 OF 2)
ENGINE G 500 G 55 AMG
Engine SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8. AMG-built intercooled supercharged SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8.
High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads. Reinforced crankshaft and
valvetrain. Lightweight camshafts
Displacement 4,966 cc 5,439 cc
Net power 292 hp @ 5,500 rpm 469 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Net torque 336 lb-ft @ 2,800–4,000 rpm 516 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm
Compression ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel requirement Premium unleaded, 91 pump octane Premium unleaded, 91 pump octane
Fuel and ignition system ME 2.8 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing and
phase, and antiknock. Electronic throttle. Two high-energy ignition coils and two spark plugs per cylinder, with 100,000-mile spark plug intervals
Intake system Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases intake runner Helical high-pressure supercharger with liquid-to-air intercooler and electromagnetic
length at lower rpm for improved response clutch. 11.6 psi maximum boost

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission Driver-adaptive electronic 5-speed automatic.
Touch Shift allows driver to manually downshift and allow upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right from the Drive position.
Shift into Optimum Gear programming allows one-touch selection of the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking by holding the shift lever to the left of Drive
for one second.
Display in instrument cluster indicates selected gear range
Drive system Permanent full-time 4-wheel drive, with 50/50 front/rear torque split and electromechanically locking center, rear and front differentials, sequentially activated by driver1,2,3
Transfer case 2-speed, electronically controlled via console switch. Display in instrument cluster indicates selected transfer-case range
Transfer-case ratios Normal range: 0.87:1 Normal range: 0.87:1
Low range: 2.16:1 Low range: 2.16:1
Axle ratios Front and rear: 4.38:1 Front and rear: 4.38:1

TRACTION AND STABILITY

4-wheel Electronic Traction System Standard. Standard.
When all three differentials are unlocked, 4 -ETS monitors the speed of all four wheels to detect wheel slip, then applies individual brakes as needed, and/or reduces excess engine
power. 4 -ETS continually balances the torque split to ensure that power is permitted to flow to the wheel(s) with traction2,3
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Standard. Standard.
When all three differentials are unlocked, ESP compares the driver’s intended course, via steering and braking inputs, to the vehicle’s response, via lateral acceleration, rotation
(yaw) and individual wheel speeds. ESP then brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces excess engine power as needed to help correct understeer (plowing) or
oversteer (fishtailing)2,3

PERFORMANCE
Acceleration, 0–60 mph4 Information not available 5.5 seconds
Fuel economy, EPA estimate5 12 mpg Information not available.
highway estimate6 14 mpg See your dealer
Towing capacity7 7,000 lb (Class IV) 7,000 lb (Class IV)

1 Off-road driving should only be attempted by drivers with the necessary skill, experience and understanding of the vehicle’s 5 2004 EPA estimated fuel economy figures. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may
limits. Locked differentials will limit steering ability. 2 No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. 2005 figures unavailable at time
physics or overcome careless driving actions. Please always wear your seat belt. 3 ESP, 4-ETS, ABS and Brake Assist do not of publication. See your dealer. 6 Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate. 2004
operate when the differential locks are engaged. 4 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results figures shown. 2005 figures unavailable at time of publication. See your dealer. 7 With accessory trailer hitch kit and
and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. trailer brakes. Please read Operator’s Manual before towing.
G-Class specifications (PAGE 2 OF 2)
CHASSIS G 500 G 55 AMG
Suspension Front and rear rigid axles with longitudinal and transverse links, coil springs Front and rear rigid axles with longitudinal and transverse links, coil springs
and gas-pressurized shock absorbers. Front stabilizer bar and gas-pressurized shock absorbers. Front stabilizer bar
Wheel travel 8.0 in 8.0 in
Steering type Recirculating-ball with power assist and hydraulic damper. 3.5 steering-wheel turns, lock-to-lock. Turning circle: 43.5 ft/13.26 m curb-to-curb
Wheels, aluminum-alloy, standard 5-spoke design. 7.5J x18 AMG slotted monoblock design. 9.5J x18
Tires, steel-belted radial, standard 265/60 R18 110V, high-performance1 285/55R18 113V, high-performance1
Spare tire Matching tire and wheel on rear-mounted carrier 265/60 R18 110V high-performance tire1 and 7.5J x18 5-spoke wheel on rear-mounted carrier
Brake system Dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc Dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc
Front discs/rear discs 12.3" internally ventilated/10.7" solid 13.8" slotted and internally ventilated/13.0" slotted and internally ventilated
Antilock Braking System (ABS) When all three differentials are unlocked, standard 4-channel ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes
together (to help maintain stability) as needed up to 30 times per second, to prevent lockup and maintain steering ability2
Brake Assist When all three differentials are unlocked, Brake Assist senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum
available power boost, potentially reducing the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough.
Letting up on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions2
Electronic Brake Force Distribution Standard Electronic Brake Force Distribution shifts additional brake force to the rear wheels in straight-line braking, to promote more even brake-pad wear. For stability in curves,
a normal front/rear split is restored

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS 3
Wheelbase 112.2 in/2,850 mm 112.2 in/2,850 mm
Overall length 185.6 in/4,714 mm, including spare tire 185.6 in/4,714 mm, including spare tire
Overall height 77.8 in/1,977 mm 77.8 in/1,977 mm
Overall width 71.3 in/1,811 mm 73.4 in/1,864 mm
Track 59.6 in/1,513 mm, front and rear 58.1 in/1,476 mm, front and rear
Curb weight 5,423 lb/2,460 kg 5,590 lb/2,535 kg

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS 3 Front Rear Front Rear

Headroom 42.2 in/1,072 mm 40.0 in/1,015 mm 42.2 in/1,072 mm 40.0 in/1,015 mm
Legroom 52.5 in/1,334 mm 41.9 in/1,064 mm 52.5 in/1,334 mm 41.9 in/1,064 mm
Hiproom 51.5 in/1,310 mm 53.9 in/1,370 mm 51.5 in/1,310 mm 53.9 in/1,370 mm
Shoulder room 53.7 in/1,364 mm 56.3 in/1,430 mm 53.7 in/1,364 mm 56.3 in/1,430 mm
Cabin capacity 124.0 cu ft/3,511 liters 124.0 cu ft/3,511 liters

CARGO AREA DIMENSIONS 3 Rear seats in use Rear seats folded forward Rear seats in use Rear seats folded forward
Cargo volume, floor to ceiling4 45.2 cu ft/1,280 liters 79.5 cu ft/2,250 liters 45.2 cu ft/1,280 liters 79.5 cu ft/2,250 liters

MANEUVERABILITY5
Ground clearance 8.3 in 8.3 in
Angle of approach 36.0° 36.0°
Angle of departure 27.0° 27.0°
Climbing /descending capability 80% grade maximum 80% grade maximum
Lateral stability Directionally stable on lateral slopes up to 54% Directionally stable on lateral slopes up to 54%
Maximum low-speed fording depth6 19.0 in 19.0 in

1 V-rated tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increased tire noise, substantially 5 Off-road driving should only be attempted by drivers with the necessary skill, experience and understanding of the vehicle’s
increased treadwear and greater susceptibility to damage compared with H-rated tires. 2 ESP, 4-ETS, ABS and Brake Assist limits. Locked differentials will limit steering ability. 6 Driving in water too quickly or that is deeper than the specified
do not operate when the differential locks are engaged. 3 Dimensions shown are for models with standard equipment and limit can result in severe engine damage.
sunroof. 4 Unsecured cargo can become hazardous in a collision. Always secure cargo using the floor-mounted tie-downs.
G-Class standard equipment (PAGE 1 OF 2)
G 55 AMG

G 55 AMG
G 500

G 500
EXTERIOR FEATURES LOCKING AND SECURITY continued
● ● Aluminum running boards ● ● Integrated 3-button garage door control (integrated with inside rearview mirror), compatible with
● ● Color-keyed bumpers HomeLink® components and some other systems
● – Chrome-finish grille bars. Black bodyside rub strips ● ● Automatic antitheft alarm with towaway protection, remote panic feature, and automatic notification
via Tele Aid1
– ● Silver-painted grille bars. Black bodyside rub strips with chrome-finish inserts
● ● Tele Aid Automatic Alarm Notification alerts Mercedes-Benz to contact vehicle owner if antitheft
– ● Chrome-finish front turn signal cages, taillamp cages and front-bumper underbar alarm sounds1
– ● AMG sidepipe exhausts with two stainless-steel tips per side (at rear of running boards) ● ● Tele Aid GPS-based Stolen Vehicle Recovery allows law enforcement agencies to track and recover
● ● Neutral-tinted glass for windshield and front doors. Privacy glass for rear doors, rear quarters and liftgate stolen vehicle1
● ● Variable-focus halogen headlamps with clear lenses and heated high-pressure washers. Halogen front ● ● Tele Aid Remote Door Unlock allows owner to have doors automatically unlocked in the event the
foglamps. Single red rear foglamp, in rear bumper SmartKey becomes locked inside vehicle1
● ● Driver-selectable light-sensing headlamps can be set via the Auto position of the headlamp switch to
automatically illuminate the low-beam headlamps and all exterior running lamps in darkness or when INTERIOR FEATURES
entering dark tunnels or parking garages ● ● Multifunction steering wheel provides convenient, additional controls for basic functions of audio
● ● Driver-programmable Daytime Running Lamps illuminate low-beam headlamps at reduced intensity system and optional phone, plus operation of multifunction display (see Instrumentation, at right)
and exterior running lamps full-time ● ● Power front and rear side windows, all with one-touch express-down
● ● Touch Turn Signals flash three times with one touch of turn-signal lever, for lane changing. Auxiliary ● ● 4-way (tilt/telescoping) power steering column, position linked to driver’s seat memory
LED turn-signal indicators integrated in mirror housings ● ● Driver-programmable easy-exit feature can move driver’s seat rearward and/or raise steering column
● ● Dual color-keyed power mirrors, automatically heated, with integrated turn signals and entrance lamps. when SmartKey is removed from ignition
Auto-dimming left-side mirror (shifting to Reverse automatically cancels dimming ) ● ● Electronic cruise control
● ● Electrically heated rear window with auto-shutoff based on time, driving speed and outside temperature ● ● Auto-dimming rearview mirror. Shifting to Reverse or switching on interior lamps auto-cancels dimming
● ● Dual windshield wipers. Infrared rain sensor automatically adjusts intermittent front wiper delay based ● ● Delayed-shutoff dual front and rear courtesy/reading lamps
on rainfall detected on the windshield glass. Heated washer nozzles, lines and reservoir
● ● Dual cargo-area lamps with master shutoff switch
● ● Intermittent rear wiper with washer. When front wipers are on, shifting to Reverse automatically
activates rear wiper ● ● Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
● ● Front and rear tow hooks ● ● Front center armrest with dual enclosed storage compartments
● ● Lockable, illuminated glovebox
LOCKING AND SECURITY ● ● Attachable cupholder on center console. Swing-away basketball-net-type cupholder adjacent to console
● ● SmartKey remote central locking system uses redundant infrared and radio-frequency signals for ● ● Parcel net on right front knee bolster
improved range, and rolling-code signal for protection from transmitter cloning
● ● Magazine pockets on both front seatbacks
● ● SmartKey uses an electronic code to unlock the steering column and ignition. Removing SmartKey
from ignition disables engine computer to help prevent unauthorized starting of the engine ● ● Dual cupholder for rear passengers, at rear of front center console
● ● SmartKey remote control integrates door lock /unlock buttons, removable valet key and panic alarm. ● ● Three 12-volt power outlets: with lighter in front ashtray, at rear of front center console, and in cargo area
Driver may selectively unlock only the driver’s door and fuel filler, or all five doors plus the fuel filler ● ● Four overhead passenger assist grips
● ● Driver-programmable user-recognition feature links each SmartKey to driver’s preferences (up to three ● ● Retractable/removable cargo cover
individual users per car). Each SmartKey recalls for its assigned driver: memory features for driver’s seat, ● ● Floor-mounted cargo tie-downs
outside mirrors and power steering column, plus various vehicle settings from multifunction display
● ● SmartKey offers infrared-remote opening /closing of windows and sunroof from outside the vehicle CLIMATE CONTROL
● ● Driver-programmable driveaway locking can automatically lock the doors when the vehicle reaches 9 mph ● ● CFC-free automatic climate control, with dual temperature controls and electrostatic dust filter
● ● Night security illumination uses the vehicle’s exterior lights to help illuminate a path after parking. ● ● Adjustable rear-cabin air vents at rear of front center console
Driver-programmable intervals allow lights to stay on for 60, 45, 30 or 15 seconds, or not at all ● ● REST mode can ventilate cabin or help keep cabin warmer using residual heat for up to 30 minutes
● ● Locator lighting uses the vehicle’s lights to help light a return path when the vehicle is remote- after vehicle is turned off
unlocked in darkness. Unlocking vehicle activates illuminated entry system
1 First year’s basic Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription and includes 30 minutes airtime (including
required acquaintance call). Subscription is required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS
coverage are available. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking by providing a personal PIN code and file a police
● STANDARD  OPTIONAL – NOT AVAILABLE report. See dealer for details of telematics services.
G-Class standard and optional equipment (PAGE 2 OF 2)
G 55 AMG

G 55 AMG
G 500

G 500
SEATING AND TRIM INSTRUMENTATION
● ● 10-way power front seats, each with 3-position memory. Driver’s seat memory also includes settings ● ● Electronic analog speedometer, tachometer and fuel gauge
for outside mirrors and steering column – ● Silver-accented AMG instrument cluster
● ● Multicontour driver’s seat, with pneumatic side bolsters, dual lumbar supports, and thigh support ● ● Multifunction display in speedometer face can be scrolled via steering-wheel controls to operate and
● ● Heated front and outboard rear seats display various menus and vehicle features: Odometer, resettable trip meter and outside temperature
● ● 60/40-split fold-and-tumble rear seats with three height-adjustable head restraints indicator. Engine coolant temperature, digital speedometer, Maintenance System (see below), and
engine oil-level check. Radio station, CD player/6-CD changer. Navigation system route guidance.
● – Premium leather upholstery, including all seat surfaces, and upper and lower door trim inserts Reminder and malfunction messages. Driver-programmable settings for instrument cluster, lighting,
– ● designo Nappa leather upholstery (including seat surfaces, head restraints, center armrest, and door vehicle and convenience features. Trip computer (elapsed time, fuel consumption, distance to empty).
trim inserts) in designo Charcoal with Silver topstitching, or designo Silver with Black topstitching Cellular phone book3
● – Hand-polished Burl Walnut trim on console, doors and dash-mounted passenger assist grip ● ● Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System displays distance remaining to next basic maintenance service,
– ● Hand-polished designo Natural Maple trim on console, doors and dash-mounted passenger assist grip indicates type of service due, and provides automatic reminder when service interval draws near
● ● Heated leather and wood trimmed steering wheel. Leather and wood trimmed shift knob. Leather- ● ● Audible reminders to release parking brake, switch off headlamps and remove key from ignition
trimmed parking brake lever and boot ● ● Rear Park Assist audio-visual parking assistance system. Ultrasonic sensors help detect nearby
● ● Illuminated brushed stainless-steel door sill trim (with AMG insignia on G55 AMG) obstacles behind the vehicle at parking speeds, and an audio-visual indicator on the rear-cabin wall
alerts the driver to their proximity within the range of the sensors
● ● Velour carpeting, including cargo floor. Carpeted floor mats (exclusive AMG-design mats on G55 AMG)
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
AUDIO AND COMMUNICATIONS
● ● Integrated Restraint System: Driver and front passenger are each provided with a front air bag and a
● ● COMAND Cockpit Management and Data system integrates controls for navigation system, radio, in-dash 3-point seat belt with height-adjustable shoulder belt and Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD). Rear
single-CD player/CD-ROM drive, 6-CD changer and optional phone with a 5" color-LCD in-dash screen passengers are provided with 3-point seat belts, including height-adjustable outboard shoulder belts4
● ● In-dash navigation system uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites to determine the current ● ● Head Protection Curtains: In a side impact exceeding a preset threshold, a multi-chamber air bag
location of your vehicle, and map databases on CD-ROM1 deploys along the front and rear side-door windows on the affected side of the vehicle
● ● AM/FM stereo/weatherband radio with scan and dual-sensitivity seek tuning ● ● Occupancy sensor prevents the front passenger’s front air bags from deploying if the seat is
● ● 6-disc CD changer, mounted in cargo area unoccupied. An ETD will not deploy if seat belt is unfastened
● ● harman/kardon® premium sound system with upgraded amplifier and 9 speakers, plus a subwoofer ● ● Front seats have 4-way adjustable head restraints. Rear-seat head restraints adjust up–down
● ● Tele Aid uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites to determine the current location of your ● ● Automatic Collision Notification engages Tele Aid SOS function if an air bag or ETD deploys2
vehicle, plus a cellular link to provide 24-hour contact with Mercedes-Benz for emergency aid (SOS ● ● Universal LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at outboard rear seating positions,
button), information (i-button) or Roadside Assistance (wrench button). Automatic Collision Notification as well as selectable seat-belt retractors at all passenger seating positions, help secure child seats4
engages SOS function if an air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) deploys. Tele Aid also
includes Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Remote Door Unlock service, and Dealer Connect2 INDIVIDUALLY AVAILABLE OPTIONS
● ● Tele Aid Concierge Service, included with the basic Tele Aid subscription, offers personal services via   Power tilt/sliding steel sunroof (no-charge option)
the i-button, including arrangements for restaurant, hotel, airline or car-rental reservations, tickets to
cultural and sporting events or tourist attractions, and delivery of flowers or gifts2   COMAND nationwide navigation map collection (10 CD-ROMs for all of the mapped U.S. and Canada)
  SIRIUS Satellite Radio equipment5
1 CD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. One regional CD-ROM is included with vehicle.
2 First year’s basic Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription and includes 30 minutes airtime (including
  Hands-Free Communication System. (Requires accessory telephone handset and cradle, sold
required acquaintance call). Subscription is required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS
separately. See your dealer for selection)
coverage are available. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking by providing a personal PIN code and file a police   Metallic paint (no charge)
report. See dealer for details of telematics services. 3 Phone is optional. 4 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR
BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE G-CLASS designo EDITIONS
REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE   Silver Edition: designo Silver metallic paint. Charcoal interior with designo Charcoal Nappa leather
FOR A CHILD SEAT. A CHILD UNDER 13 MUST NOT USE THE FRONT SEAT UNLESS THE CHILD IS BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, and designo Natural Maple wood trim. Charcoal designo floor mats with Charcoal leather trim
PROPERLY INSTALLED BABYSMART-COMPATIBLE CHILD SEAT. A CHILD UNDER 13 WHO IS TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT MUST NOT
USE THE FRONT SEAT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND
  Espresso Edition: designo Mocha Black metallic paint. Charcoal interior with designo Light Brown
CHILD SEATS. 5 See dealer for availability details. While the SIRIUS network of satellite and terrestrial antennas provides
Nappa leather and designo Natural Maple wood trim. Charcoal designo floor mats with Light Brown
nearly seamless service throughout the contiguous U.S., SIRIUS service may be unavailable or interrupted for a variety of
leather trim
reasons, including environmental or topographic conditions; in certain locations such as tunnels, parking garages, or within
or next to large buildings; or near other technologies that can interfere with the SIRIUS signal. Programming subject to
change. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. ● STANDARD  OPTIONAL – NOT AVAILABLE
 Forge ahead

G 500 shown in Granite Grey metallic.

Blaze your own trail in the unique, hand-built G 500. A massive 292-hp 5.0-liter V-8
delivers a robust 336 lb-ft of torque and more than enough motivation to escape the
ordinary. Power is applied through an advanced driver-adaptive 5-speed automatic
transmission that adjusts its shift points to match your driving style. The Touch Shift
feature even lets you take matters into your own hands with manual-style gear
changes. Take corners confidently with the handling technology of ESP, our Electronic
Stability Program. And for those who like to explore life off the beaten path, there are
G500 SUV the gripping benefits of permanent 4-wheel drive, our 4-wheel Electronic Traction
System and a feature which characterizes the essence of G-Class off-road capabilities:
three differential locks, standard. Of course, even off-road, we see no reason to rough
it — the exclusive G 500 is loaded with luxury and comfort.
G 500 shown in Pewter metallic.
G500 SUV
Reach new heights Look past the G 500’s rugged exterior and you’ll find a gentle, sensitive
side expressed in supple leather and elegant Burl Walnut trim. Power
front seats adjust ten ways to conform to your body, while heated front
and rear seats soothe you. And the multicontour driver’s seat embraces
you with pneumatically adjustable side, lumbar and thigh supports. You
You have the power to can also take comfort in the added safety of new Head Protection Curtain air bags. The G 500 has a
create your ideal driving very accommodating nature as well, with room for five adults to relax comfortably. Or fold the rear
environment. Tend to your
comfort with a climate seats for up to 79.5 cu ft of cargo room. It’s easy to get lost in all that open space, but you can find
control system featuring your way around town more easily with the G 500’s standard GPS navigation system.2 Although once
dual temperature controls, immersed in the lavishly equipped G-Class cabin, you’ll feel like you’ve already arrived.
and a dust filter to help
purify cabin air. And set the
The G 500 puts luxury right at
mood with a 9-speaker
your fingertips. The 10-way power
harman/kardon® premium
front seats adjust to your ideal
sound system featuring a
position with intuitive controls,
powerful amplifier, a
including 3-position memory
booming subwoofer, an
buttons to capture the front-seat
in-dash CD player1 and an
settings, as well as the driver’s
additional 6-disc CD
preferred steering-column and
changer mounted in the
outside-mirror positions. And
cargo area.
controls on the heated wood and
leather trimmed steering wheel
let you scroll the multifunction
display to check the trip computer
and oil level, program vehicle
settings, or control the audio
system, navigation system and
optional phone.

G 500 shown in Black leather.

1 In-dash CD player/CD-ROM drive can play an audio CD when navigation system is not in use. 2 While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic
and street signs. The driver should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving and should only consult the map or verbal displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. CD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area.
 G55 AMG SUV

Empowered

G 55 AMG shown in Obsidian Black metallic with dealer-installed accessory grille guard.

When the performance wizards at AMG, the racing arm of Mercedes-Benz,

got their hands on the G-Class, they didn’t hold back. In a world of
compromise, this isn’t one. The G 55 AMG stares boldly in the face of
convention and drives right through it. Your ally in this act of defiance is a new-for-2005 supercharged handcrafted 5,439-cc
V-8 producing a muscular 469 horsepower, while 516 lb-ft of torque floods in at 3,000 rpm. New slotted 13.8" front and 13.0"
rear brake discs give you dominion over the G 55’s prodigious power. An AMG exhaust system creates rolling thunder
through genuine dual sidepipes, each with twin stainless-steel tips ahead of each rear wheel. The sound of the impending
storm serves as a wake-up call to lesser vehicles that could easily be mesmerized by 18" wheels and high-performance
tires,1 as well as chrome-finish front turn signal cages, taillamp cages and front-bumper underbar.
1 AMG 18" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. Serious wheel
and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles.
 Open the rock-solid, reinforced door of the G 55 and you’re greeted

Entertained by stainless-steel door sills with the legendary AMG name illuminated
in blue. Step inside and your eyes light up as well. You’ve just entered
the consummate driving environment. Sumptuous Nappa leather, in
G55 AMG SUV

designo Charcoal with Silver topstitching or cool designo Silver with Black topstitching, flows across the
10-way power front seats and folding rear seats. Hand-polished Natural Maple wood trims the console, doors,
steering wheel and dash. Your right hand is drawn to the leather and wood shift knob as if by some magnetic
force. And your eyes, to the cool Silver-accented AMG instrument cluster, where the AMG story is told in the
unmistakable language of performance — mph and rpm. Even your feet have the distinct pleasure of resting on
stylish AMG-design carpeted floor mats, although we suspect your right foot may have other ideas.

Unique AMG accents add

to an already generously
appointed interior that
includes dual-zone climate
control, radiant wood trim,
a 9-speaker sound system,
GPS satellite navigation
and a multifunction leather
and wood trimmed
steering wheel.

G 55 AMG shown in D Charcoal.

 Crack the whip
Go ahead, stomp on the gas. The G 500 obeys your command
immediately with a pulse-accelerating rush of 292 horsepower
and 336 lb-ft of torque at the ready. A magnesium 2-stage
resonance intake manifold assures quick response throughout
the powerband. And a 5-speed automatic transmission with Touch Shift puts you in
charge of the show with manual-style gear changes. Or, if you’d rather just sit back
and delegate authority, the driver-adaptive transmission will automatically adjust its
shift points to match your style of driving. Drive with more enthusiasm, and the
transmission keeps pace, shifting more assertively. Take it easier, and the transmission
will do the same, shifting for better fuel economy. You can call it instinct. We call it
innovative engineering. Whatever the situation calls for, you can bet the G 500 is ready.

The G 500’s 4,966-cc V-8 produces a robust 292 horsepower and a monstrous 336 lb-ft
of peak torque that starts at just 2,800 rpm and keeps on giving maximum thrust up to
4,000 rpm. With such a nice wide torque band, it’s always ready to pounce.

Controlling all that power is a driver-adaptive electronic

5-speed automatic transmission featuring the manual-
style operation of Touch Shift. Nudge the shift lever to
the left of Drive to downshift, or to the right to allow the
transmission to shift into a higher gear. Or hold the lever
to the left for a second and the transmission automatically
chooses the ideal passing gear. Now you’re in command — G 500 shown in Brilliant Silver metallic.
of your G-Class and the road ahead.
 Overcome obstacles
In an age when so many SUVs just seem to talk the talk, the Mercedes-Benz
G-Class actually walks the walk— over almost any terrain. Permanent 4-wheel
drive teams with our 4-wheel Electronic Traction System ( 4-ETS ) to take
you places ordinary SUVs only go in their dreams. With three mechanical
differential locks and the ability to climb or descend an 80% incline,1 the
G-Class gives you off-road options many SUVs can only imagine. Step above
the fray and take the shortcut on the way home. Not to save time, but just
because you can. In fact, “you can” is a concept you’ll get used to behind the
wheel of the G-Class.

G 500 shown in Brilliant Silver metallic with dealer-installed accessory trailer hitch.

THREE DIFFERENTIAL LOCKS PERMANENT 4-WHEEL DRIVE AND 2-SPEED TRANSFER CASE
Here’s one more way the G-Class is unlike You’re in command with permanent 4-wheel drive — the perfect complement to your driving
any other SUV. Three electronic buttons adventures in any weather, and on almost any surface. A 2-speed transfer case lets you take
on the dash let you mechanically lock the the high road or the low road. Shift to Neutral at any speed up to 25 mph, push a button on the
differentials in sequence — center, rear console, and you’ve engaged the 2.16:1 low range — with the extra gutsiness you need to help
and front — to match low-speed off-road you crawl up steep inclines, and back down again.
driving conditions. How does it work? The
differential locks let you distribute the 4-WHEEL ELECTRONIC TRACTION SYSTEM (4-ETS)
engine torque equally to each wheel. Lock the center differential — while On the G-Class, 4-ETS works in tandem with the 4-wheel drive system on-road to smoothly
maintaining an off-road “walking” speed — and power is balanced 50/50 distribute power where it can do the most good. If 4-ETS detects the onset of wheelspin, it
to the front and rear axles. Lock the rear differential applies the brakes to the slipping wheel or wheels to rebalance the engine’s torque to all four
and you’ve got equal power going to each rear wheel. wheels. When traction is at a premium, 4-ETS can help get you moving — even if only one
Finally, lock the front differential and you have the torque wheel has grip.2
apportioned equally to balance the power at all four
wheels — for the ultimate in off-road traction.2 SUSPENSION AND GROUND CLEARANCE
Rugged off-road performance begins with a strong, sturdy suspension. The G-Class offers rigid
1 Stated climbing and lateral stability performance based upon manufacturer’s track results under front and rear axles with longitudinal and transverse links, coil springs, gas-pressurized shock
controlled conditions with professional drivers, and may vary depending upon terrain. Off-road driving
should only be attempted by drivers with the necessary skill, experience and understanding of the absorbers and a front stabilizer bar. And when it comes to ground clearance, the G-Class is more
vehicle’s limits. 2 No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics or overcome than up to the task — 8.3 inches up, to be exact.
careless driving actions. Please always wear your seat belt. 4-ETS, ESP, ABS and Brake Assist do not
function when the differential locks are engaged. Driving on paved roads \with the differential locks
engaged can damage the vehicle. Differential locks should only be engaged below 5 mph and will limit
steering ability. See Operator’s Manual for details.
 It’s your turn
The G-Class is built to handle some of
the most inhospitable places on earth —
scorching deserts, rock-strewn mountains,
and the most treacherous of them all,
downtown city streets. Because sometimes the concrete jungle can be
just as scary as the real one. That’s why we designed the G-Class to
be just as capable on-road as it is off. Confidently maneuver around
obstacles with ESP, our Electronic Stability Program. Stop in a hurry
with an advanced braking system featuring Brake Assist and ABS. And
make your escape with a 7,000-lb towing capacity — enough to haul
just about anything you need for the perfect weekend getaway.

BRAKING SYSTEMS
Reassurance comes in many
different forms in the G-Class,
such as the ability to come to a
stop quickly and confidently. The
G-Class accomplishes this with
several braking technologies.
Naturally, it features disc brakes
all around and an Antilock Braking
System (ABS). Of course, being a Mercedes-Benz, the G-Class goes
several steps further. During research, Mercedes engineers discovered
that drivers tend not to apply the brakes hard enough, soon enough, in
an emergency. To help overcome this tendency, they developed Brake
Assist. By sensing panic stopping based on the speed at which you
depress the brake pedal, Brake Assist automatically applies all available
power braking boost immediately, potentially reducing your overall
stopping distances.3 And to promote more even brake-pad wear without
G 55 AMG shown in Obsidian Black metallic with dealer-installed accessory grille guard. compromising stability in corners, Electronic Brake Force Distribution
shifts additional brake force to the rear wheels in straight-line braking.

TOWING CAPABILITY 18" ALLOY WHEELS AND TIRES ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP )
Going on vacation? Take your toys with Brawny 18" 5-spoke alloy wheels add even The G-Class takes cornering confidence to a higher level
you. Up to three and a half tons of them. more muscularity to the already imposing with ESP, the Electronic Stability Program found on all
Both G-Class V-8s produce mountains of stance of the G-Class, while massive high- Mercedes-Benz models. ESP monitors your braking and
torque, giving you plenty of power to haul performance mud-and-snow tires2 provide steering inputs and, upon sensing deviation from your
your boat, jet skis, snowmobiles or up to yet another measure of driving confidence. intended path, corrects oversteer and understeer by
7,000 lb of whatever else you want to You’ll also appreciate the reassurance and applying individual brakes and/or reducing excess
bring along.1 Leave nothing behind, convenience of a full-size spare tire and wheel engine power. So instead of plowing or fishtailing in
except the ordinary. housed in a stylish rear-mounted carrier. a turn, ESP helps to keep you on track.4

1 Requires accessory trailer hitch kit. Please read Operator’s Manual before towing. 2 V-rated tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increased tire noise, substantially
increased treadwear and greater susceptibility to damage compared with H-rated tires. 3 Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions. 4 No system, no
matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics or overcome careless driving actions. Please always wear your seat belt. 4-ETS, ESP, ABS and Brake Assist do not function when the differential locks are engaged.
How to construct a bank vault
Protecting your valuable assets is what the G-Class is all about. Just one look at this legendary Mercedes-Benz and
it’s clear you’re dealing with an SUV unlike any other. In fact, the G-Class is assembled unlike any other SUV: almost
entirely by hand in our Graz, Austria, assembly plant. So while thousands of SUVs from other manufacturers roll off
the line each day, only about 30 of these special vehicles emerge from Graz. It’s a painstakingly thorough, handcrafted approach requiring the
skill of an artist and the strength of high-quality, heavy-duty materials. The result is a feeling of ingot-like solidity
that helps give the G-Class its legendary durability, and helps give you an overwhelming sense of security.
After all, isn’t that what bank vaults are for?

Life for the G-Class begins in the inspired Fifty liters of hot, liquid wax are then
hands of its craftsmen. In fact, from the flowed through the frame, leaving a thick
very first weld, each craftsman signs off on protective coating inside. Meanwhile, the
his or her part of the process. An extremely all-steel body is welded together, starting
rigid steel frame is constructed using fully with the floorpan — for which the factory’s
boxed longitudinal rails and six tubular only two robots are employed — and
crossmembers to further enhance continuing through as many as 6,400
torsional stiffness. carefully hand-placed welds.

Next, the body is electrically charged and

dipped into a bath of opposite-charged
primer, a process that helps ensure that
the primer is drawn over virtually every While workers are busy installing the engine,
inch of surface. This is followed by two drivetrain, suspension and various other
more coats of primer, the paint color, and, components onto the frame, an artisan
finally, the clearcoat — all sprayed, sanded upstairs expertly weaves hundreds of feet of
and polished by hand. wires into a single vehicle’s wiring harness. Now comes the big moment. After separate,
Once this harness is installed in the vehicle, hours-long journeys, the painted body is
many of the body cavities are filled with more bolted to the frame and running gear. From
corrosion-resisting wax. there, each vehicle receives its interior, glass,
exterior trim, lighting and functional items
such as the wipers. Finally, some 3,000 parts
and 44 hours later, what began with a single
weld is a completed G-Class.
Pure substance A.

INNOVATIVE G-CLASS FEATURES

Take a closer look at the rugged, square-jawed G-Class and you’ll discover an extremely
well-rounded SUV. A paradox? Not when you consider the pedigree. In typical Mercedes-Benz
fashion, the G-Class is loaded with versatility and innovation. Packed with so much technology
and convenience, the G-Class is a lot more than just a handsome
face and a chiseled body. It’s got beauty, brawn and brains.

B.

A. Rain-sensing intermittent wipers B. harman/kardon sound system C. SmartKey

In bad weather it’s even more important A standard 9-speaker harman/kardon® SmartKey goes way beyond locking and
to keep your concentration and your eyes premium sound system brings your music to unlocking doors. The SmartKey remote
focused on the road. To that end, the G-Class life. It’s got an in-dash CD player1 plus a 6-disc can also open and close the windows and
intermittent wipers are equipped with an CD changer — located in the cargo area — that sunroof, and includes a panic alarm and a
infrared rain sensor that automatically adjusts you can control from the multifunction steering removable valet key. For added protection,
the wiping frequency for you, based on the wheel. A powerful amplifier and subwoofer offer SmartKey uses an electronic code to unlock
amount of rainfall detected on the windshield. yet further proof the G-Class takes its rock- the gearshift and ignition.
star status seriously, on-road and off.

D. Rear Park Assist

When you’re parking, this innovative
standard feature uses sound waves to C.
COMAND system. The multitalented COMAND system lets you control your driving world detect nearby obstacles behind you. An
from a single unit incorporating a 5" color-LCD screen. Get on-screen directions with our audio-visual indicator on the rear cabin
GPS navigation system. Not only can it help you get from point A to point B, it can calculate wall alerts you to nearby objects that
the quickest route, the shortest route and even list nearby points of interest.2 When you’re are within the range of the sensors but
not using the COMAND system to navigate, you can use the in-dash CD player to listen to might be out of your line of sight.
your favorite music. And controls on the multifunction steering wheel let you choose a CD
track, change the radio station or adjust the volume. The COMAND system even works in
conjunction with our optional Hands-Free Communication System with portable digital
phone, automatically muting the radio or pausing the CD when a call comes in.

D.

1 In-dash CD player/CD-ROM drive can play an audio CD when navigation system is not in use. 2 While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the
driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving
and should only consult the map or verbal displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. CD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area.
A model of versatility

Here’s one standard feature that actually gives

you options. The second-row seats fold forward
in a 60/40 split, so you can accommodate up
to five passengers, or nearly 80 cu ft of cargo,
or a variety of combinations in between.
Touch-sensitive Summon police
Connect to Concierge Service

Find movie times

Call your on-file emergency contacts
Enlightened in-car
Locate your nearest dealer
communications Alert us to your exact location by satellite
We’re here to help you with everything from simple Send flowers
questions to tough situations. The three Tele Aid Summon paramedics
buttons in your Mercedes give you a direct connection
to Mercedes-Benz support and people who specialize
Get answers to vehicle questions
Feel safer knowing the system automatically
in knowing what to do when it comes to helping
calls for help if an air bag deploys
preserve your schedule, your sanity and maybe even Make appointments
your safety.1
The system is simple: Press the SOS button when
you need emergency assistance, or see someone
Make airline reservations
who does. The wrench button gives you a voice link to

WSI
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance.2 The i-button Request a brochure
connects you to our Customer Assistance Center,
where representatives can answer questions you may
have about your vehicle. The i-button also puts you in
Get restaurant recommendations
touch with our Concierge Service.3 And your basic
Tele Aid subscription can even help you when you’re Concierge Service. Found in the world’s finest
away from your car, with features such as Remote hotels — and your Mercedes. Included at no extra cost
with your Tele Aid subscription, Concierge Service is
Door Unlock service, Stolen Vehicle Recovery and there if you need hotel or dinner reservations (or even
Dealer Connect.4 recommendations), tickets for a flight or entertainment,
or directory-available phone numbers and addresses.
Whether it’s making appointments, sending flowers and
gifts, or even finding a babysitter, don’t be surprised if it
seems like our Concierge Service can do it all. Except
maybe leaving a mint on your headrest.
Request Roadside Assistance

Call us out to change a flat

Have us bring a few gallons of gas if you run out

1 First year’s basic Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription and includes 30 minutes airtime ( including required acquaintance call ). Subscription is required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and
Global Positioning System coverage are available. 2 Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Depending on the circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz
Roadside Assistance. For full details of Sign and Drive services, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. 3 See dealer for details of telematics services. 4 Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking by providing a
personal PIN code and file a police report. See dealer for details of telematics services.
Exclusive D
Rugged individualists are drawn to the G-Class by its distinctive looks and handcrafted charm. But, even among

Expressive these, there are those whose passion demands a higher degree of singularity. For you, there’s D.
Exclusive editions distinguished by unique exterior
colors and stunning interiors adorned in the finest
Nappa leathers and the most richly detailed wood.

Exquisite
The leather is specially treated in order to retain
its natural grain and supple feel. The wood is
shaped and finished by hand, then matched by
the expert eye of a craftsman. The result is a rare
statement of substance, elegance and beauty.

SILVER EDITION
Dazzling D Silver paint shimmers under the sun’s warm
rays. Inside, light radiates from the hand-shaped and
hand-polished Natural Maple wood, only to be soaked up
by supple D Charcoal Nappa leather. A D Silver
Edition G-Class is an experience you’ll warm to very quickly.

ESPRESSO EDITION
Deep D Mocha Black paint offers a beautiful retreat for admiring eyes to explore.
Dive in and bask in the comfort of seats tailored in buttery-soft D Light Brown
Nappa leather. The same fine leather even trims the floor mats. Lose yourself in the
elegant grain of Natural Maple wood polished by caring hands. And as an added tactile
reminder of D style, the steering wheel — handcrafted in D wood — puts the
fine art of the Espresso Edition in your hands every time you drive.

G 500 designo editions shown.

Unprecedented vehicles, 24-hour assistance
peace of mind

unparalleled benefits basic maintenance included

lasting value
While the thrill of driving a new Mercedes-Benz may alone be worth the price of admission, the security and ownership benefits
Mercedes-Benz offers are unmatched by any other carmaker. And our promise of support for your Mercedes — and for you as a
legendary Roadside Assistance
Mercedes driver — is backed by hundreds of experienced Mercedes-Benz people dedicated
to keeping your Mercedes on the road and a smile of satisfaction on your face.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE THE NEW MERCEDES-BENZ MAINTENANCE SYSTEM 2
The first of its kind, the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program is still the only We’ve made caring for your G-Class simpler than ever. With the new Mercedes-Benz
one that remains in effect for the entire life of the vehicle. Our Roadside Assistance Maintenance System, the service intervals are fixed and predictable — every 13,000
technicians are accomplished problem-solvers who can draw on years of experience and miles or one year.3 Your G-Class will even remind you — about a month before service
training to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.1 is due — via an automatic display on the dashboard that also tells you which type of
maintenance service is due.

24-HOUR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE MERCEDES-BENZ WARRANTIES THE MERCEDES-BENZ SERVICE WELCOME

Our Customer Assistance Center is your one-stop source Our New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs 48 months or Getting proper care for your Mercedes is easiest when
for answers regarding your Mercedes-Benz. Whether 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. And anytime you go to the people who know your vehicle — and you —
you need to know how to use your audio system, find during the first year of new-vehicle ownership, you best: your Mercedes-Benz Center’s Service Department.
your nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer, get pricing, or learn can also purchase a Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited And to help you get acquainted, just bring your vehicle in
about personal and automotive accessories, just call Warranty that will provide additional protection when for a no-charge first visit between 1,000 and 3,000 miles,
1-800-FOR-MERCEDES or press the i-button.4 We’ll be the New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires.5 where your dealer will perform a diagnostic check and
happy to assist you. address any questions you might have. Our Service
Welcome also includes your first tire rotation at no
charge anytime before 6,500 miles.6
SIGN AND DRIVE TRIP INTERRUPTION REIMBURSEMENT ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION
Our legendary Roadside Assistance service includes In the unlikely event that a breakdown covered by your Your life doesn’t get put on hold just because it’s time
bringing you some fuel if you’ve run out, replacing a flat MBUSA New Vehicle Limited Warranty occurs more for service on your Mercedes. So when you bring your
tire with your spare, or jump-starting your car if the than 100 miles from your home, leaves your Mercedes vehicle into a Mercedes-Benz Center during the warranty
battery is dead. All at no charge, and all for as long as inoperable or unsafe to drive, and requires overnight period, ask about our Alternate Transportation Program —
you’re driving a Mercedes-Benz — even somebody else’s.7 repairs at a Mercedes-Benz Center, you’ll be reimbursed so you can return to your busy schedule.8
Help is as close as your vehicle’s wrench button4 or just up to $300 per day for actual documented expenses —
a call away at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES. for up to three days — for meals, lodging and substitute
transportation.
1 Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Depending on the circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz
Roadside Assistance. 2 Please see your dealer for warranty details as well as for terms, conditions and pricing for extended limited warranty options. 3 10,000 miles/1 year for AMG models. Requires use of 229.5-spec oil and high-performance
fleece oil filter. Driver is responsible for monitoring fluid levels and tire pressures between service visits. See Maintenance Booklet for details. The Service Welcome replaces the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Commitment, which is discontinued as of
model year 2005. 4 First year’s basic Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription and includes 30 minutes airtime ( including required acquaintance call ). Subscription is required for service to be active. Service operates only
where cellular and GPS coverage are available. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking by providing a personal PIN code and file a police report. See dealer for details of telematics services. 5 Please see your dealer for warranty details as
well as for terms, conditions and pricing for extended limited warranty options. 6 Follow tire manufacturer’s recommendations. 7 For full details of Sign and Drive services, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer.
8 Certain restrictions may apply. Terms, conditions and dealer participation may vary.
Who cares about being first?

Your loved ones.

2002
Innovated PRE-SAFE A dedication to safety that never stops growing
While certain members of your family may be anxiously awaiting that next growth
spurt, our dedication to your safety has created a body of knowledge that grows
consistently year by year. And since we believe a vehicle can never be too protective,
Mercedes-Benz continues to be at the forefront of automotive safety. Our philosophy
1995 starts with an integrated approach that optimizes your ability to stay out of harm’s way.
Introduced the It’s why you’ll find that every Mercedes includes our pioneering emergency-sensing
Electronic Stability Program Brake Assist and Electronic Stability Program (ESP ). If an accident is unavoidable, you’ll
find the industry’s most comprehensive use of passive restraints. And if you want to
see the future of safety — PRE-SAFE ® — you can find it in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class,
today. Since the beginning, we’ve introduced countless safety innovations. And it might
surprise you, but there are many patents we didn’t enforce, so people in any car could
1981 share in these life-saving technologies. The reason is simple — our concept of family
Pioneered the Emergency extends far beyond the automobiles we make.
Tensioning Device (ETD)

1971
Earned a patent for
the air bag

1951
Invented the
crumple zone
 Driver sees hazardous situation.
Driver brakes quickly and/or
attempts evasive maneuver.
Front passenger’s seat detected to be
in unfavorable position. PRE-SAFE moves
seat rearward, tilts cushion down at rear,
and moves seatback more upright.
Driver’s and front passenger’s
Collision narrowly averted.
seat belts are electrically
PRE-SAFE reverses front seat-belt
tensioned to remove slack.
tensioners. Occupants adjust seats
to previous settings.

What happens in this space

may change your life

Optional individual power rear seats are also

adjusted to more favorable position. Severe
skidding motion suggests possible
Brake Assist and/or ESP react rollover: PRE-SAFE
to driver’s inputs. PRE-SAFE closes sunroof.
senses that situation exceeds
corrective capabilities of Brake
Assist and ESP.

Photograph is for
S600 Sedan illustration purposes only.

PRE-SAFE
The theory of relativity says that, as we approach the speed of light, time actually slows down. Unfortunately, when an accident looks likely, time
flashes by quickly. And even though a 2004 S-Class can do some amazing things, it’s still bound by the laws of physics. While we never recommend
breaking laws, with PRE-SAFE®— a revolution in automotive safety — it might seem that we can bend them to make incredibly good use of the precious
moments before a possible collision. PRE-SAFE uses sensors from two of the active safety systems already in every S-Class — Brake Assist and our
Electronic Stability Program. If system sensors detect certain vehicle circumstances suggesting a possible impact, PRE-SAFE takes action to help
protect you before it occurs. Electric tensioners snug up the seat belts of the belted front-seat occupants. PRE-SAFE adjusts the occupied front
passenger’s seat to a more favorable position for air-bag and seat-belt effectiveness. And should severe skidding motion predict that a rollover is
likely, PRE-SAFE closes the sunroof. If there is no accident, all the better. The seat-belt tensioners reverse. You readjust your seats. Open the sunroof.
Take a breath. And be thankful that, while many things in theory may be relative, our commitment to your safety is an absolute.
A history of safety firsts

1981 1989 1995

Emergency Tensioning Devices Pop-up roll bar Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Emergency Tensioning Devices1 (ETDs) help remove seat-belt slack If sensors detect an impending rollover, a pop-up roll bar in the SL ESP remains a benchmark for vehicle control nearly a decade after it
in a sufficiently severe front or rear impact. roadster automatically deploys in just 0.3 second to help preserve was introduced by Mercedes. To help eliminate plowing or fishtailing
occupant space.3 The CLK Cabriolet features pop-up roll bars in a turn, ESP responds to help keep you on course. Sensors monitor
1985 integrated into the rear head restraints. your braking and steering input and, upon detecting deviation from
Electronic traction control your intended path, ESP corrects for oversteer and understeer by
Automatic Slip Control, now incorporated in ESP, counteracts drive- 1995 applying individual brakes and/or reducing excess engine power.2
wheel slip under acceleration in low-traction conditions such as rain, Seat-belt force limiters
snow or loose surfaces. If the system senses wheelspin, it can brake Seat-belt force limiters4 add back some “give” to the seat belts, to help 1997
the slipping wheel to balance power to the wheel with grip, or reduce reduce the peak deceleration forces on belted occupants. Emergency-sensing Brake Assist
excess engine power, to help you maintain control.2 Mercedes-Benz research has shown that drivers tend not to brake
hard enough, soon enough, in an emergency. Our engineers developed
Brake Assist to help overcome this tendency. Upon sensing panic
stopping based on the speed at which you depress the brake pedal,
Brake Assist automatically applies all available power braking boost
immediately. By helping to eliminate the delay caused by human
nature, Brake Assist can potentially reduce your overall stopping
distance when it matters most.5

Antilock disc brakes Body structure High-strength/low-alloy steel Rollover sensor

While many vehicles employ them today, The body, floorpan, doors and door sills in every HSLA steel is used in critical areas throughout the If an E-Class, S-Class or CL-Class senses a
Mercedes-Benz pioneered the Antilock Braking Mercedes are part of an integrated safety system body to create an exceptionally rigid structure, rollover, it will automatically deploy the seat-belt
System (ABS) over 25 years ago, in 1978. All that provides formidable protection against side maximizing crash protection and minimizing Emergency Tensioning Devices to help reduce
Mercedes models feature fade-resistant disc impacts. Every Mercedes passenger car also undesirable chassis flex for improved handling. occupant movement and, if deemed necessary,
brakes at all four corners, with a dual-circuit features an ellipsoidal front bulkhead designed to inflate the Head Protection Curtains.6
design to help provide consistent, powerful help channel some of the energy of a frontal impact
braking in virtually all situations. under, over and around the passenger cabin.

1 Standard for all Mercedes-Benz front seats and outboard rear seats. 2 No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always
drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires. 3 The roll bar system is designed to enhance the level of rollover protection compared to an open vehicle without one. No system, no matter how
sophisticated, can eliminate the chance of injury in an accident. Please always wear your seat belt, and always raise the rear head restraints when the rear seats are occupied. 4 Standard for front seats of all Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and
M-Class, and outboard second-row seats of all passenger cars. Some features are optional or not available on some models. See model brochure or your dealer for details. 5 Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance,
and tire and road conditions. 6 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE,
PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT.
1997 1998 2002
BabySmart system 10-way air-bag protection Sensotronic Brake Control
The first automatic child-seat recognition system, BabySmart™ Offering 10-way protection is an 8-air-bag system comprised Exclusive to the E-Class and SL-Class, Sensotronic, the world’s
automatically deactivates the front passenger’s front air bag of dual-stage front air bags, front and rear side-impact air first production electrohydraulic braking system, automatically
when a BabySmart-compatible child seat is properly installed.1 bags, and innovative Head Protection Curtains that help to determines the most effective brake pressure to apply at each
protect the front and rear outboard occupants from broken wheel individually, adding up to better control — especially in
1998 glass and head injuries.1 corners. Under normal braking, it precisely modulates the
Head Protection Curtains brake pressure to bring you to a smoother stop. Even before
Found in all Mercedes coupes, sedans, wagons and SUVs 1999 you brake, Sensotronic is working for you. Lift your foot off the
for 2005, these multiple-chamber air bags deploy along the Active Body Control (ABC) accelerator quickly, and Sensotronic sets the brake pads near
windows of the front and rear doors on the affected side, The most advanced active suspension on the market, ABC to the discs for even quicker response. Turn on the windshield
to help protect the front and outboard second-row allows you a driving experience you simply cannot find wipers, and Sensotronic periodically and imperceptibly applies
occupants from head injury and broken glass in a side elsewhere. ABC uses a system of sensors and electronically the brakes to keep them drier and ready for action.
impact or certain rollovers.1 controlled high-pressure hydraulics to instantly counteract
the forces of vibration, pitch, dive, squat and roll. Self-leveling 2004
ABC even lets you raise the ride height for added clearance Occupant Classification System (OCS)
on rutted roads or in deep snow. OCS automatically turns the front passenger’s front air bag on
or off, and determines its rate of inflation, based on the weight
category determined by sensors in the front passenger seat.1

Crumple zones Side-impact protection Head restraints Tele Aid SOS button
Advanced front and rear crumple zones progressively A reinforced floorpan, doors and door sills are To help reduce the likelihood of whiplash and With Tele Aid, when a system subscriber needs
deform to help absorb the force of an impact. Full- part of an integrated safety structure that neck injury, every new Mercedes provides a emergency assistance, pressing the SOS button
width crossmembers and an ellipsoidal front bulkhead includes reinforced seat structures to afford head restraint for every occupant. Most models connects them to a live person who can summon
help transfer some impact energy around the cabin formidable protection against side impacts. also allow remote-control retraction of the rear- paramedics or police, and call their on-file
for added protection. Underhood components are seat head restraints via a dashboard switch, to emergency contacts. The system transmits
also staggered to prevent their stacking up in a severe improve the driver’s rearward vision when there their location using GPS satellites, and even
frontal impact, to reduce the likelihood of intrusion are no rear passengers. automatically calls for help if an air bag or
into the cabin. ETD deploys.2
1 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR
CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. WITH BABYSMART SYSTEM, A CHILD UNDER 13 MUST NOT USE THE FRONT SEAT UNLESS THE CHILD IS BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED BABYSMART-COMPATIBLE CHILD
SEAT AND THE “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” INDICATOR REMAINS ILLUMINATED. NOTE: ON ALL 2005 C-CLASS SPORT COUPES, ALL 2005 E-CLASS MODELS, AND ON C-CLASS SEDANS AND WAGONS (EXCEPT C55 AMG) PRODUCED AFTER APPROXIMATELY LATE SUMMER
2004, OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) IS SCHEDULED TO REPLACE BABYSMART SYSTEM. OCS IS DESIGNED TO TURN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG OFF WHEN THE SYSTEM SENSES THE WEIGHT OF A TYPICAL CHILD 12 MONTHS OLD OR LESS,
PLUS THE WEIGHT OF A STANDARD APPROPRIATE CHILD RESTRAINT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL TO DETERMINE WHICH SYSTEM YOUR VEHICLE HAS, FOR IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THESE SYSTEMS, AND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THE
TRANSPORTATION OF CHILDREN HEAVIER THAN A TYPICAL 12-MONTH-OLD. 2 Tele Aid equipment is optional on most C-Class models, standard on all other models. First year’s basic Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription. subscription
and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Tele Aid operates only where cellular and Global Positioning System coverage are available. See dealer for details of telematics services.
Who cares about being first?

Your neighbor.
Neighborhood watch takes on a whole new meaning
When you own a Mercedes, you’ll just have to face up to the fact that people will look, and people will talk.
But that’s really nothing new, because the world has been fascinated by Mercedes-Benz design as long as
there have been Mercedes automobiles. Our secret? We don’t style a car to look good for just this year, or
even the next few years. Instead, we believe a Mercedes should inspire passion for a lifetime. It’s why many of
our creations not only become more desirable as time goes by, but some, like the 300SL Gullwing of the 1950s,
even become cultural icons. They’ve been immortalized in the art of Andy Warhol and in music from Janis
Joplin to Jay-Z. You’ll even find that the CL-Class and CLK-Class are the leaders in a modern renaissance of
pillarless coupe design. So it shouldn’t surprise you that Mercedes owners often become Mercedes collectors,
and that certain models are now worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. And while only the rarest models are
likely to reach those kind of values, we think that with its timeless style, your appreciation of your Mercedes
will begin almost immediately. And that’s something worth looking into.

E 320 Sedan
Who cares about being first?

Every automaker.
Every car on the road is a Mercedes
Wishful thinking on our part? Perhaps. But more important, no matter what kind of vehicle you drive, you’re probably enjoying technology that
Mercedes-Benz developed first. Since 1886, when we patented the very first automobile, we’ve been continually testing, designing and innovating
to make automobiles better. In fact, Mercedes-Benz has pioneered, patented and introduced thousands of advances in performance, safety
and convenience — many of which eventually show up on virtually every automobile. Along the way, we’ve created items that many might take for
granted now, but were revolutionary when they were introduced, including fuel injection, 4-wheel independent suspension — even the honeycomb
radiator design of 1901 that still makes efficient engine-cooling possible today. You’ll also find state-of-the-art safety features like our ESP stability
control and emergency-sensing Brake Assist. We’re flattered that so many of our competitors adopt our technology. So if you’re wondering what
all cars will have in the future, all you have to do is see what’s on a Mercedes today.
No company has done more to improve the automobile than the one who invented it
In 1886, Karl Benz earned the patent for the first automobile. He went on to earn the vision, spirit and determination of one man grew to become the defining character of
patents for the first motorcycle and the first truck, too. Having developed such one company — Mercedes-Benz. Whether it’s the advancement of performance, safety,
revolutionary ideas for their time, an ordinary man might have decided to rest on his durability or convenience, the inquisitive spirit of the man who invented the very first
laurels. But Karl Benz loved machinery — especially automobiles. And he loved to automobile lives in everything we do, even to this day. You might say that Mercedes-Benz
innovate, continually improving and even reinventing his ideas. Over the years, the has been reinventing the automobile for 119 years.

1886 1911 1921 1931

The first car The first multivalve engine The supercharged engine Independent suspension

1936 1951 1954 1971 1981 1982 1985

The first diesel passenger car The crumple zone Fuel injection A patent for Seat-belt Emergency Multilink rear Electronic
the air bag Tensioning Device (ETD) suspension traction control

1989 1995 1996 1997 1997 1997 1997

The pop-up roll bar Electronic Stability Panorama roof The first compact Low-emission Brake Assist BabySmart™ system
Program fuel-cell car SUV

1997 1997 1998 1998 1999

SmartKey Touch Start Head Protection 10-way air-bag
Curtains protection
1999 1999 1999 2000 2001
Active Body Control Climate-control seat-belt usage sensors Airmatic semi-active suspension Distronic adaptive cruise control Keyless Go

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The most advanced active suspension Seat-belt usage sensors allow the climate Airmatic uses electronically controlled The industry’s first adaptive cruise Keyless Go lets you lock or unlock
on the market, ABC uses a system of control to focus first on occupied seating air springs to maintain an ideally control, Distronic monitors the your vehicle without removing the key
sensors and electronically controlled positions. A perfect example of how balanced ride. It also lowers the ride distance of the vehicle ahead to help from your pocket or purse. Start-up
high-pressure hydraulics to instantly Mercedes-Benz systems work together height at higher speeds for improved maintain your preset speed and is equally easy: Put your foot on the
counteract the forces of vibration, pitch, to make things better for you. aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. following distance automatically.1 brake, tap the top of the gearshift,
dive, squat and roll. You can also raise And automatic 4-wheel level control and you’re ready to drive off.
the ride height for added clearance. responds to passenger and cargo loads.

2002 2002 2002 2002 2003

Drive-Dynamic front seats PRE-SAFE Twin-turbo V-12 engine Sensotronic Brake Control 7-speed automatic transmission

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When you’re cornering, air chambers in If, by monitoring the Brake Assist and The recipe for 493 hp and 590 lb-ft The world’s first production Another industry first, the 7-speed
each side bolster automatically inflate the Electronic Stability Program, of torque includes such impressive electrohydraulic braking system uses automatic transmission finds the ideal
and deflate to help hold you in position. PRE-SAFE® senses that an accident is technology as two liquid-to-air its genius to improve everyday driving gear for every situation, while providing
Make a hard left turn, and the right possible, it will take action to better intercoolers, die-cast alloy engine situations. Lift your foot off the smoother, quicker shifts that keep the
bolster firms up with air. A sharp right, protect you, including tensioning the block, heads and pistons, and accelerator quickly — as you would power coming on strong at virtually
and the left side inflates. front seat belts, adjusting the front magnesium cylinder-head covers. when making a sudden stop — and any speed.
passenger seat — even closing the Sensotronic sets the brake pads closer
sunroof for an imminent rollover. to the discs for even quicker response.
Turn on the windshield wipers, and
Sensotronic periodically and
imperceptibly applies the brakes to
2004 keep them drier and ready for action.
New high-output, high-efficiency engines
Some features are optional or not available on some models. See model brochure or your dealer for details.
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With the launch of the 2005 SLK, an all- new engine family 1 Distronic adaptive cruise control is no substitute for active driving involvement. It does not react to
debuts. In the SLK350, it’s a 36-valve DOHC V-6 producing stationary objects, nor recognize or predict the curvature and lane layout of the road or the movement
268 hp and featuring continuously variable intake and of vehicles ahead, and it can only apply a maximum of 20% of vehicle braking power. It is the driver’s
exhaust valves, a two-stage intake manifold, innovative responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering,
tumble flaps in the intake ducts, and alloy heads and block. braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle.
 c.

b.
Graded on a curve d.
When the road tests the mettle of a vehicle’s handling a.
systems, you want nothing less than outstanding
performance. That’s why every Mercedes-Benz offers
industry-leading innovations, such as our pioneering ESP stability control that remains the standard of
the industry. Select models employ our Airmatic air suspension that proves a car can give sport-sedan
4-wheel Electronic Traction System
performance without sacrificing a luxurious ride. For true handling honors, look no further than our Our advanced 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS) is an innovation in all-wheel
Active Body Control (ABC) — the most advanced active suspension system available — which can virtually traction that can help get your all-wheel-drive Mercedes moving even if only one wheel
eliminate body roll when cornering. And for advanced studies in traction, Mercedes innovations include has grip. If 4-ETS detects the onset of wheelspin, it applies the brakes to the slipping
the revolutionary 4-wheel Electronic Traction System ( 4-ETS ) , and the all-season grip of 4 MATIC ™ all- wheel or wheels, to restore the balance of the engine’s torque to all four wheels. By
wheel drive. So while others may hope for a passing grade, we’re only happy when we set the curve. simulating the effect of locking the front, center or rear differentials, 4-ETS helps ensure
that power is sent to where the traction is — even if that’s only one wheel.1 There are no
buttons to push or levers to engage. It’s an integral part of the full-time 4-wheel drive and
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) of every M-Class and G-Class, and every Mercedes
a.
sedan or wagon with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Every Mercedes enjoys a handling advantage that allows it to react
quickly and confidently to unexpected driving situations. It’s our
Electronic Stability Program, which continuously monitors your steering
and braking actions while you’re cornering and compares them to the
actual vehicle path. If it senses the onset of plowing (understeer) or c.
fishtailing (oversteer), ESP brakes individual wheels and/or reduces Active Body Control (ABC)
excess engine power, to help keep you on course. ESP also incorporates ABC allows you a driving experience you simply cannot find elsewhere,
traction control to help control wheelspin during acceleration.1 providing an ideal balance of ride and handling, and is capable of
cornering with virtually no body roll. ABC uses a system of sensors and
1 No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics. Performance electronically controlled high-pressure hydraulics to instantly counteract
is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always the forces of vibration, pitch, dive, squat and roll. Self-leveling, automatic-
drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with lowering ABC even lets you raise the ride height for added clearance on
winter tires. rutted roads or in deep snow.

b. Active Body Control (ABC) standard on SL-Class, CL-Class, S55 AMG and S600, and
Multilink suspensions and ADS II adaptive damping optional on S 430 and S500.
For legendary control, every Mercedes passenger car enjoys 4-wheel
multilink suspension2 featuring antidive geometry for exceptional d.
poise, even under severe braking. The rear multilink design — a 4MATIC all-wheel drive
Mercedes innovation — controls rear-wheel movement with outstanding With 4MATIC, you get the outstanding control of all-wheel drive without
precision, making it ideal for rear-wheel-drive vehicles. Part of our sacrificing true sport-sedan driving enjoyment. The system is always
Airmatic air suspension,3 the Adaptive Damping System (ADS II) lets engaged and always sending torque to every wheel. With 60% of the overall
you tailor your driving experience with three selectable suspension torque distributed to the rear wheels, crisp steering and the balanced feel
modes — two for sport and one for comfort — and continually optimizes of a rear-wheel-drive vehicle are retained, making a 4MATIC Mercedes a
ride and handling by individually adjusting each wheel’s shock absorber joy to drive in any season. And 4MATIC works together with our standard
every time the wheel changes its direction of up/down travel. corner-taming ESP, enhancing the all-wheel advantage through curves in
rain, snow or even sun.
2 Double wishbone front suspension on E-Class and S-Class models with 4MATIC
all-wheel drive. 3 Airmatic and ADS II standard on E500, E55 AMG, S 430 and 4MATIC optional on C-Class Luxury models, E-Class (except E 320 CDI and E55 AMG),
S500 models, and optional on E 320 models (except E 320 CDI). S 430 and S500, and standard on E500 4MATIC Wagon.
Who cares about being first?

Lifesavers.
When you don’t have a second to lose
The streets of Copenhagen are narrow, twisty and often made of cobblestone. They’re also the lifeline
for the Danish Ambulance Service, which has made over 12,500 emergency responses in their Mercedes
SUVs. Working as a team, driver Torben Bang Christensen, Dr. Annemarie Sørensen and their ML 320 leave
the hospital hundreds of times each year with one goal in mind — being first on the scene of a medical
emergency. Sometimes they travel at high speed through those narrow streets. And sometimes they
need to use the sidewalk, or cut across parks — whatever it takes. Dodging cars, cyclists and pedestrians
along the way. Even the weather throws down its own challenges, including sleet, rain and heavy winter
snow. And no matter what obstacles may come their way, with its durability, responsiveness and vault-like
security, both Annemarie and Torben agree: “When we drive in the ML, we feel very safe.”
 Lifetime Roadside Assistance
The first of its kind, the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program is still the
only one that remains in effect for the entire life of the vehicle. Our Roadside
Assistance technicians are accomplished problem-solvers who can draw on years
of experience and training to get you back on the road as quickly as possible. And
if that isn’t impressive enough, our legendary Roadside Assistance service includes
Sign and Drive, which will bring you some fuel if you’ve run out, replace a flat tire
with your spare, or jump-start your car if the battery is dead. All at no charge, and
all for as long as you’re driving a Mercedes-Benz — even somebody else’s. And
while this is more than any other manufacturer provides, when it comes to your
peace of mind, we wouldn’t consider doing any less.1

116 heads of state

Wolfgang Wöstendieck is a chauffeur who drove for the German government for many years. In his tenure, he had
the honor of carrying 116 heads of state, including presidents, premiers and prime ministers. And regardless of
title, they all enjoyed the security, luxury and serenity of his Mercedes-Benz 600 “Pullman” limousine — even when
they needed to travel at speeds approaching 120 mph. These magnificent automobiles were made to order in the
’60s and ’70s, and many still carry the world’s dignitaries from place to place today. Reunited with one of the 600s
he drove — now a cherished museum piece — Wolfgang’s fondness for the car remains strong. Immaculately dressed
and soft-spoken, he proudly shows the car’s special amenities such as the reclining rear seats or the soft amber
interior lighting. When it’s time to go, it shouldn’t surprise you that Wolfgang drives off in his own Mercedes-Benz.
Tele Aid i-button
After all, he wouldn’t dream of treating the dignitaries in his life to anything less.
Information, please. Press the
i-button and the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center Traffic Information and Route Assistance
can help you get answers to An option of your Tele Aid subscription features an automated
vehicle questions or locate your voice menu to give you hands-free access to information you need.
nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer. Tele Aid’s Traffic Information service offers real-time, voice-
To further enhance your delivered traffic reports that are based on your vehicle’s current
Tele Aid wrench button ownership experience, you can
Press the wrench button to request our legendary Roadside Assistance. location — within a 5-mile radius, or along any of up to five regular
also use the i-button to connect commutes that you program at our website. Traffic reports are
You’ll be connected to a trained professional who knows your location, to optional services such as
the model of your car, even its color.2 available in over 100 cities and can be updated every minute.
Route Assistance and Traffic Unlimited, nationwide operator-delivered Route Assistance can
Information.2 help get you to your destination with a minimum of wasted time.

Tele Aid SOS button 1 Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Vehicle must be accessible from
When trouble strikes, help for you or others is just the push of a button main roads. Depending on the circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. For models factory-equipped with no spare tire, Roadside Assistance will
away. The SOS button will connect you to Mercedes-Benz emergency
attempt to reinflate a flat tire after using the vehicle’s Tirefit puncture sealant. For full details of Sign and Drive
response personnel who can summon paramedics and police, and call services, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. 2 First year’s basic Tele Aid service
your on-file emergency contacts. And you can feel secure knowing that provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be
if your air bag deploys, the system will automatically call for help, and active. Tele Aid operates only where cellular and Global Positioning System coverage are available. See your dealer
will alert us to your location by satellite.2 for details of telematics services.