DecodedCarsGenesis GV60 vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class
2026 Genesis GV60 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $500 a year less in fuel for the Genesis GV60 (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the bigger car, about 4 inches longer.
Across all model years since 2005, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has had fewer recall campaigns (0 vs 10).
The two cars
The 2026 Genesis GV60 is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 178 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,374 lb (EV 2WD).
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.0L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive. It measures about 182 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,479 lb (550 4dr SUV).
Buying used? The 2024 GV60 and the 2024 G-Class have the fewest problems in our data.
| 2026 Genesis GV60 | 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Engines | EV | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| NHTSA overall | Not rated | Not rated |
| Best combined MPG | – | 18 MPG |
| City / highway MPG (best) | – | 17 city |
| EV range | 306 mi | 239 mi |
| Fuel cost per year (EPA) | $700 | $1,200 |
| Length | 177.6 in | 181.9 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 76 in |
| Height | 62.2 in | 77.6 in |
| Curb weight (lightest) | 4,374 lb | 5,479 lb |
| Recalls (2026) | 1 | 0 |
| Recalls, all years since 2005 | 10 | 0 |
| Owner complaints (latest year) | 0 | 0 |
| Wikipedia views, 30 days | 3,158 | 40,177 |
| Best used year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Year to avoid | – | – |
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Which one should you choose?
Choose the Genesis GV60 if…
- You want an EV with more range (306 miles)
- You want something easier to park (4 in shorter)
Choose the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if…
- You want more room (4 in longer)
- You put reliability history first (0 vs 10 recalls since 2005)
Pros & cons of each
2026 Genesis GV60
- Long EV rangeUp to 306 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and electric as well as gas.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
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