2027 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, G 580 Electric · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$163,750the advertised price
Drive away$180,144with fees and tax
Loan payment$2,986/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$3,589/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $180,144Insurance $25,505Charging $12,529Interest and lost return $75,821Maintenance and plates $17,223

$180,144 to drive away + $131,078 to run it for 6 years − $52,825 back at resale = $258,397, or $3,589 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$180,144
Running it, 6 yrs+$131,078
Back at resale−$52,825
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$163,750
Feesfreight $1,450 (our estimate) · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,535
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$14,859
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$39,850
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$35,971
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$25,505
Charging13,500 mi a year at 71 MPGe, home charging at $0.33/kWh
+$12,529
Maintenanceestimate
+$10,623
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$5,874
California EV fee$121 a year
+$726
Resale after 6 years32% of MSRP, you get this back
−$52,825
True cost $258,397 ÷ 72 months$3,589 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySUV
Seats5
CargoNot published
Engine and fuel
Engine577–579 hp electric or premium gas, AWD
0–60 mph4.2–4.6 sMercedes-Benz's figure
Fuel economy15 MPG · 71 MPGeEPA combined
Range249 miabout 174 mi in winter
TowingNot published
Tires20"275/50R20
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · some trims or an option
Warranty4 yrs
Resale at 6 years32% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: 5 seats.
G 580 Electric$163,750$180,144$258,397✓ $3,589/mo71 MPGe✓ Yes✓ Yes✓ Yes✓ Yes— No
AMG G 63$198,750$218,291$301,458$4,187/mo15 MPG— No— No— No— No✓ Yes
G 580 Electric
✓ $3,589/mo
True cost
Sticker $163,750Drive-away $180,1446 yrs $258,397Fuel use 71 MPGeBlind spot ✓ YesLane centering ✓ YesAdaptive cruise ✓ YesSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
AMG G 63
$4,187/mo
True cost
Sticker $198,750Drive-away $218,2916 yrs $301,458Fuel use 15 MPGBlind spot — NoLane centering — NoAdaptive cruise — NoSunroof — NoAWD/4WD ✓ Yes

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).
Feature
G 580 Electric$163,750
AMG G 63$198,750
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓
Adaptive cruise
✓
Lane centering
✓
360° camera
✓
Parking sensors
✓
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $2,420 on every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓
Heated rear seats
✓
Dual-zone climate
✓
Massaging seats
+ $2,420 on every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓
Wireless phone charging
✓
Power driver's seat
✓
Memory seat
✓
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓
Wireless CarPlay
✓
Built-in navigation
✓
Premium sound system
✓
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from AMG G 63
Tow hitch included
✓ from AMG G 63
Sunroof
✓
LED headlights
✓
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingRemote startPower liftgateHead-up displayPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the G 580 Electric (105 items)
  • Four permanently synchronous electric motors
  • Intelligent Energy Recovery with paddles
  • Advanced EV battery
  • Multiple charging options
  • Mercedes-Benz Power Charger
  • Mercedes-Benz CCS1 DC Fast-charging Adapter
  • Digital Extra: MB.CHARGE Public
  • Individual-wheel drive with selectable Low Range
  • Virtual differential locks w/torque vectoring
  • Offroad Crawl
  • Extraordinary off-road aptitude
  • OFFROAD menu and "Transparent Hood" display
  • Double-wishbone front/rigid-axle rear suspension
  • Adaptive damping suspension
  • Brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering
  • AMG body styling
  • 20-inch AMG 10-spoke wheels w/black accents
  • Grille with chrome accents
  • Spare tire ring in stainless steel
  • Sport steering wheel
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Frameless rearview mirror
  • Microfiber headliner
  • Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning Assist
  • Active Lane Keeping Assist
  • Active Brake Assist
  • Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call (10 years)
  • Active Emergency Stop Assist
  • Traffic Sign Assist
  • PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Surround View System
  • PRE-SAFE Sound
  • 11 air bags
  • Front center air bag
  • Seat belt technology
  • Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
  • Active Steering Assist
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • Adaptive braking technology
  • Brake Assist (BAS)
  • Antilock Braking System (ABS)
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • LED Daytime Running Lamps
  • MULTIBEAM LED headlamps
  • Adaptive Highbeam Assist
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Rear-window wiper with auto-on in Reverse
  • Night Security Illumination
  • Antitheft alarm system with remote panic feature
  • GUARD 360° security system
  • Power front seats with memory
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated front armrests
  • 60/40-split folding rear seats
  • Heated rear seats
  • Nappa leather upholstery
  • Power tilt/sliding glass sunroof
  • Heat- and noise-insulating glass
  • 3-zone climate control
  • Air Balance cabin-air purification system
  • Pre-entry climate control
  • 64-color LED ambient lighting
  • Illuminated door sills
  • Power tilt/telescoping steering column
  • 1 year of Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
  • Added support and assistance from Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
  • Electrically heated windshield
  • Heated power side mirrors with power fold-in
  • Privacy glass
  • Heated and cooled cupholders
  • SmartKey with KEYLESS-START
  • Side-mirror logo projectors
  • Illuminated entry system
  • Stainless steel running boards
  • Auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors
  • Garage door opener
  • Brake HOLD feature
  • AMG floor mats
  • Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)
  • Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding
  • "Hey, Mercedes" keyword activation
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia display
  • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display
  • Steering-wheel Touch Control Buttons
  • MB Navigation
  • MBUX Augmented Reality for Navigation
  • Route-based Speed Adaptation
  • No-charge online navigation map updates for 1 year
  • 1 year of Live Traffic Information
  • Over-the-air software updates
  • Biometric authentication
  • Burmester 3D Surround Sound system
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Sound Personalization
  • Online Music Streaming
  • Individualization Package
  • USB-C charging ports
  • HD Radio receiver
  • SiriusXM trial subscription
  • Front-cabin wireless charging with NFC pairing
  • Bluetooth audio streaming
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay
  • Wireless Android Auto
  • Hands-free Bluetooth interface

Recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 G-Class models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.

Quick answers
How much is a 2027 G-Class in California?
$180,144 to drive away for the G 580 Electric, from a $163,750 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $2,986 loan payment, about $3,753 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $3,589 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.

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