G-Class W463A vs M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE): which is better?
Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463A (2018–present) vs Mercedes-Benz M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE) (2018–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463ASpecifications
| Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463A | Mercedes-Benz M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2018–present | 2018–present |
| Body | SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 4.0 V8 Biturbo (G500) | 3.0 Turbo (GLE450) |
| Power, up to | 422 hp | 367 hp |
| Torque, up to | 610 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 866 mm | 4 924 mm |
| Width | 1 931 mm | 1 947 mm |
| Height | 1 969 mm | 1 772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 890 mm | 2 995 mm |
| Fuel tank | 100 L | 85 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 71 875 ₸ | ≈ 42 425 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463A
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 422 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large fuel tank: 100 L
Cons
- Engine Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176: complex engines, expensive to repair
- Gearbox Mercedes 9G-Tronic: jerky shifts when worn, software updates
Engine (Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176): engines are complex and expensive to repair; oil leaks and chain issues occur on M276/M278 at high mileage.
Gearbox (Mercedes 9G-Tronic): jerks when worn, software updates.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE)
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 367 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large fuel tank: 85 L
Cons
- Engine Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176: complex engines, expensive to repair
- Gearbox Mercedes 9G-Tronic: jerky shifts when worn, software updates
Engine (Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176): engines are complex and expensive to repair; oil leaks and chain issues occur on M276/M278 at high mileage.
Gearbox (Mercedes 9G-Tronic): jerks when worn, software updates.
Which one to choose
- G-Class W463A — if you care more about: power, torque, fuel tank.
- M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE) — if you care more about: wheelbase, kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: G-Class W463A or M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE)?
G-Class W463A: up to 422 hp, M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE): up to 367 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: G-Class W463A — about 71 875 ₸, M-Class / GLE V167 (GLE) — about 42 425 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.