2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG towing capacity
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG is published in one configuration with a tow rating of 3,500 lb (compact SUV / minivan territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.4L V-8 | 5.4L V-8 | — | — | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2010
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG carried a maximum tow rating of 7,000 lb. The 2011 model is rated 3,500 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2010 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2011 Mercedes-Benz models
The rest of Mercedes-Benz's 2011 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Cargo | 7,500 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 7,500 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 7,500 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC | 7,500 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 | 7,500 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL550 | 7,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.