Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class a part-time four-wheel drive?
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The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is not a part-time four-wheel drive; all models in the series feature full-time four-wheel drive. Four-wheel drive systems in vehicles are divided into three main categories: on-demand four-wheel drive, part-time four-wheel drive, and full-time four-wheel drive. On-demand four-wheel drive offers weaker off-road capabilities and is typically found in some urban SUVs. Full-time four-wheel drive means that all wheels are independently driven at all times while the vehicle is in motion. Taking the 2019 G500 as an example, it is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 turbocharged engine, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum power of 310 kW and a maximum torque of 610 Nm, all meeting the China V emission standards.