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Mercedes-Benz Galaendenwagen (G-Class).(sport-utility vehicle)(Brief Article)

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Base price: $72,500

Engine: 5.0-liter V8, 292 hp, 336 lb-ft

Curb weight: 5423 lbs

Drivetrain: 4wd, five-speed automatic

Previously only available through a specialty import company, Mercedes plans on making up to 2000 of its rugged, boxy G-Class SUVs available in the United States beginning this fall. What is a G-Class? Think Range Rover-or even Hummer-and you get the idea. Like the Hummer, the G-Class was originally designed for military use. The G's full-time four-wheel ...

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