In 2000, a new generation of G-Class was launched.
It wasn’t such a big change from the design point of view. In 2007, and 2012, underwent two other facelifts.

In 2005, the G-Class was close to being axed from the assembly line after 26 years of production. There were few considerations to be taken into account regarding the future registration norms such as pedestrian protection and exhaust emissions. After the vote, the MB board decided to keep the vehicle in its lineup.

In 2006 some changes were made to the engines and transmission systems so the car could get the Euro 4 badge for its diesel versions. The gasoline units were already compliant with the emission norm. The 2012 facelift introduced a completely redesigned interior with a free-floating 7” display. A TFT display found its place inside the new instrument cluster, between the round, chromed, dials. The customers were not very pleased with the column-mounted gear-selector for the automatic transmission, so it was brought back on the floor.

The new, Euro6 engines, brought more power and cleaner emissions for the big, boxy G-Class. The base version featured a 3.0-liter turbodiesel, while the top version was powered by a 5.0-liter turbocharged V8. Both versions were mated to a standard 7-speed automatic transmission. For those who wanted a G-Class as a workhorse and off-road duties, a special version named G300 CDI Professional was available with less power and fewer options. The top model was the G65 AMG, which was the most powerful 4x4 vehicle in the world.