2026-07-22 · 5 min read
Mercedes G-Class Engine Oil Guide — M177 / M176
G63 AMG M177 4.0T V8 biturbo uses MB 229.51 (0W-40 or 5W-40) — a higher viscosity spec than the 4-cylinder lineup. Oil capacity is 8.5 litres. G500 M176 also uses MB 229.51. Change every 10,000 km in Malaysia's heat.

G-Class Engine Oil — M177 / M176
G63 AMG M177 4.0T V8 biturbo uses MB 229.51, 0W-40 or 5W-40 — higher viscosity than 4-cylinder lineup. Capacity 8.5L. G500 M176 4.0T V8 also MB 229.51. Change every 10,000 km in Malaysia's heat — V8 thermal load demands fresh oil.
