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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $106,178–$126,599 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 6.6/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.8/10, while Performance at 7.0/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.8/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.3/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.0/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.8/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $106,178–$126,599, 10 MPG, seating 5, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class sits in the luxury tier of the suv market. Its value score of 8.8/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 11 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class sits in the middle of the field. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class ranks #2331 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 5% of the segment. Its 6.6/10 overall score is 0.8 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $106,178 starting price is about 194% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Across the G-Class model years we've scored, the 2015 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.1/10 | $149,813 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.2/10 | $145,450 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.1/10 | $141,086 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.0/10 | $136,723 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.0/10 | $132,359 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.9/10 | $127,996 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.9/10 | $123,632 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.8/10 | $119,269 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.7/10 | $114,905 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.8/10 | $110,542 | Read review → |
| 2015 (this review) | 6.6/10 | $106,178 |
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