Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463 bows out with Limited Edition trio
The W463 G-Class ends production with a trio of Limited Edition models, each capped at 463 units and carrying bespoke trim and equipment as the W464 prepares to debut.
Mercedes-Benz has marked the end of production for the W463 G-Class with a Limited Edition run of the G350d, G350d Professional and G500, each capped at 463 units. Orders opened in November 2017, with deliveries scheduled for January 2018. This final series signals the imminent arrival of the all-new W464 G-Class, set to be unveiled at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show.
Three variants, three characters
The Limited Edition line-up comprises three distinct models, each aimed at a different G-Class buyer. The G350d Limited Edition is positioned as the most luxurious, finished in designo mocha black metallic and fitted with brushed aluminium exterior trim, 19-inch AMG wheels, and a full suite of comfort and driver assistance features. Inside, it carries saddle brown designo nappa leather, a two-tone dashboard, and piano black trim, with Harman Kardon Logic 7 surround sound and a range of electronic aids including DISTRONIC and blind spot monitoring.
The G350d Professional Limited Edition is the most utilitarian of the trio, painted in china blue with steel bumpers, stone guard grilles, mud flaps and the Professional Offroad package. It comes with a roof rack, heated windscreen, auxiliary heating, and navigation. The interior features classic check-pattern cloth inserts, referencing earlier G-Class models, and heated seats for both driver and passenger.
The G500 Limited Edition takes the role of the extrovert, combining designo platinum magno paint with contrasting black trim. It receives the Chrome and Sports packages, TV tuner, Harman Kardon sound, and additional black detailing on the grille and spare wheel cover. The cabin is finished in black nappa leather with white stitching and includes the full suite of comfort and safety technology.
Unique details and pricing
Each Limited Edition G-Class carries a Schöckl badge on the centre armrest, referencing the mountain near Graz where the G-Class has been tested since 1979. The badge reads “Schöckl proved since 1979” and “Limited Edition 1 of 463”, underlining the run-out nature of these models. A Limited Edition script appears on the A-pillar and, for the G350d and G500, also in illuminated door sills.
| Model | Engine | Power (PS) | Torque (Nm) | Combined fuel (l/100km) | CO2 (g/km) | Base price (€) | Limited Edition premium (€) | Final price (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G350d | V6 diesel 2,987cc | 245 | 600 | 9.9 | 261 | 76,815.00 | 26,478.00 | 122,918.67 |
| G350d Professional | V6 diesel 2,987cc | 245 | 600 | 9.9 | 261 | 67,600.00 | 19,745.00 | 103,940.55 |
| G500 | V8 petrol 3,982cc | 422 | 610 | 12.3 | 289 | 89,665.00 | 28,120.00 | 140,164.15 |
End of an era for the W463
The W463 G-Class has been in production since 1990, evolving from a utilitarian off-roader to a luxury SUV. This Limited Edition is not the first special run for the G, but it is the last for the W463 before the W464 takes over. The Schöckl badge and the 463-unit cap are a nod to the model’s code and its reputation for durability, tested on the same Austrian mountain for decades.
