That is an completely pointless train. I am OK admitting it. I imply, if six suitcases cannot match behind a Mercedes G Wagen … effectively, it will be fairly silly, would not it? Usually, I would not baggage take a look at one thing so clearly able to becoming all the baggage in query, however I did the Land Rover Defender 110, which is sorta the G Wagen’s closest rival. Additionally, it is a G Wagen, so it is inherently enjoyable to do ridiculous issues with it. Additionally additionally, it is a G Wagen Skilled Version, which provides a handful of parts associated to cargo capability. I will be doing a extra full evaluate of it quickly, however within the meantime, let’s put some suitcases within the factor!
Formally, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has 38.1 cubic-feet of area behind its raised again seat. That might be lower than a Kia Sportage, so I’ll say that Mercedes is measuring from flooring to high of seatback as I’ve discovered the model to do prior to now. In different phrases, ignore the official quantity and take note of me!
Whereas the position of baggage may be a foregone conclusion right here, there’s nonetheless a ton to speak about concerning this specific cargo space.
First, the swing gate. It weighs roughly 8,000 kilos and makes use of the identical CLACK door latches that make completely everybody stand subsequent to a G Wagen and open and shut the doorways for 10 minutes the primary time they arrive throughout one. The G Wagen has been in comparison with a financial institution vault for extra causes than its form. It has the door of 1. Simply wants a type of spinny latch issues.
Second, the swing gate is accented by quilted leather-based, on this case Traditional Purple. It.s truly one of many normal colours accessible. There are 21 G Manufaktur Upholstery colours/choices accessible, too.
Third … um, is there a hardwood flooring within the again?
Positive is! A “G manufaktur Cherry wooden baggage compartment flooring” to be precise. It is included with the Skilled Version. Trigger nothing says “Skilled” like a much less helpful cargo flooring.
Really, “much less helpful” is not fairly correct. It might be simply as helpful as a carpeted cargo space, however you’d must deal with it with reckless abandon, not caring that it might be scratched by absolutely anything you throw again there.
Now, you do get these rubber strips that stop issues from sliding round upon the wooden. These would truly be a helpful function on carpeted surfaces, so thumbs up for these.
OK, may as effectively get to the baggage. As with each Baggage Check, I exploit two midsize curler suitcases that might have to be checked in on the airport (26 inches lengthy, 16 vast, 11 deep), two roll-aboard suitcases that simply barely match within the overhead (24L x 15W x 10D), and one smaller roll-aboard that matches simply (23L x 15W x 10D). I additionally embrace my spouse’s fancy in a single day bag simply to spruce issues up a bit (21L x 12W x 12D).
There is a cargo cowl, however due to the place the beltline is relative the cargo flooring, you possibly can see how a lot area there may be between the cargo cowl and high of the again seats. Often, area below the cargo cowl and area between the ground and seatback high are roughly equal. Not right here.
Because of this, all of my baggage do not match below the cargo cowl. That is solely a problem if I needed every little thing stored out of prying eyes.
If you happen to merely forgot to take away the cargo cowl or simply wish to convey it alongside, no downside, every little thing completely match. Straightforward cheese.
OK, now let’s take away the cargo cowl.
I did not trouble with the standard bonus gadgets of coolers, Pack ‘N Performs, and so on. as a result of, once more, futile. You’ll be able to see right here, nonetheless, that there could be room for an additional medium-sized bag close to the swing gate after which one other giant check-in bag behind it. I am additionally fairly positive there’d nonetheless be room leftover.
I did not see the choice for an adjunct cargo internet/divider, however it will be a good suggestion to get one when you have better storage wants than this. There’s simply a lot area up excessive you possibly can’t use since no matter you’d place up there would fly into the cabin.
After all, if you cannot match every little thing IN the G 550 Skilled Version …
Put it on the roof! Positive, you may wish to tie it down not directly, however the sky is the restrict right here, child!
The Skilled Roof Rack consists of aluminum plates secured at a number of factors to the roof. Based on the proprietor’s guide, “the load of bags on the roof together with the roof baggage rack should not exceed the utmost permissible roof load.” That might be 330.7 kilos. The roof baggage rack weighs 132.3 kilos, ergo, you possibly can put 198.4 kilos on the Professional’s roof rack. Notice that each G Wagen has the identical most permissible roof load, so relying in your tools, it does seem to be you may put extra on the roof should you didn’t have 132.3 kilos of aluminum patio up there.
The proprietor’s guide additionally signifies how a lot weight you possibly can place on any single plate: 110 kilos for many and 55 for the smallest one adjoining to the opening left for the antenna.
Actually, although, this roof rack is extra about how and what you possibly can carry versus how a lot it weighs. There are extra tie-down factors and clearly a ton extra floor space than two roof bars or a basket can present.
To stand up there, there is a helpful ladder. It is a bit powerful to get to it, because the grippy step bits on the bumper usually are not according to the ladder. The G 550 can also be slightly excessive off the bottom.
Max capability on the ladder is 220.5 kilos, however you will want some awfully dainty ft to step onto the highest two rungs. Or be 3 years outdated.
The guide insists that youngsters not be left unattended close to the car as they might climb the ladder and fall. Nothing about letting them climb up after doing a baggage take a look at.
I intently supervised this (vast angle makes it seem to be I am additional away than I’m). The child discovered it fairly amusing.
Baggage take a look at over.
CLACK.
