Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W463A) 2018–2024

26 features for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W463A) 2018–2024: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 7

Camera and sensors stay on longer

Raises the speed at which the camera and parking sensors switch off automatically, handy when manoeuvring slowly.

Intended for manoeuvring, not for use during normal driving.

Condition: Cars with 360 camera

Likely15 minPrice on request

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation

Your phone on the car screen via the USB cable: navigation, music and messages in a familiar layout.

Depends on the infotainment type; we check this first.

Condition: NTG5.5; two USB ports with phone symbol needed; Type-C ports not supported

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Change units (kW/hp, bar/psi, °C)

Power, tyre pressure, temperature and consumption are shown in the units you are used to, for example on an imported car.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Digital cockpit layouts

Different looks for the Active Info Display, such as a carbon background, a sporty layout or a different speedometer scale.

Only with Active Info Display; available layouts vary by software version.

Condition: NTG5.5

Likely15 minPrice on request

Skip MBUX legal disclaimer

Shorten or skip the MBUX or COMAND start / legal disclaimer. Mercedes W205 W213 W177.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Adapt imported car to European settings

On a car from, for example, the US or Japan, language, map region, units and lighting settings are adapted to European use as far as possible.

Scope depends on the country of origin and equipment; we assess this first.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX

Likely120 minPrice on request

Video in motion

Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.

For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 3

High-beam assistant release

High beam switches on and off automatically depending on oncoming and preceding traffic. The activation speed can also be adjusted.

Only works with the camera behind the windscreen; we check this first.

Condition: Cars with LED headlights and a front camera; activation in the instrument cluster

Likely15 minPrice on request

Ambient lighting with 64 colours

If the car has factory ambient lighting with a limited number of colours, the full palette of 64 colours can be made available.

Condition: Cars with RGB ambient LEDs or retrofit of the multi-colour package

Likely30 minPrice on request

Amber side markers off (import car)

On an American i3 the amber marker lights in the headlights can be switched off, as on European cars.

Only relevant for North American import cars.

Condition: Imported cars (US/Canada spec)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Comfort 1

Comfort-indicator flash count

A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Convenience 1

Start-stop – remember last setting

The car remembers whether you had switched the start-stop system off, so you do not need to press the button on every trip. The final setting is agreed together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: ICE and hybrid models; not applicable to EQ cars

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Access 1

Indicator flash on lock and unlock

The indicators confirm locking and unlocking, so you can see from a distance that the car is locked.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Sound 2

Acoustic lock confirmation

A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.

Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.

Condition: NTG5.5

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Switch off artificial engine sound

The extra sound through the speakers can be switched off for a quieter cabin, or back on. Only possible when it was fitted at the factory.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: AMG variants

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

Assistance 1

Speed warning – adjust

Sets or adjusts the warning at a chosen speed, for example 120 km/h. We agree the right setting together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Safety 1

Seatbelt reminder – adjust

The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Performance 7

AMG menu and performance screens in MBUX

MBUX gets the AMG performance pages with a g-force meter, engine data and power display. Useful to see what the car is doing.

Condition: NTG5.5; AMG G 63 / CLS 53

Likely30 minPrice on request

Remember driving profile

The car starts in the last chosen driving profile instead of always in Comfort or Eco.

According to sources, Go-Kart mode cannot be chosen as the default.

Condition: AMG variants and Dynamic Select cars

Likely15 minPrice on request

Driving profile selection on the screen

Driving profiles such as Eco, Normal, Sport and Individual become visible and adjustable via the infotainment screen.

Availability depends on engine, gearbox and equipment.

Condition: AMG variants and Dynamic Select cars

Likely15 minPrice on request

ESP Sport / handling mode Mercedes

Code ESP Sport or a sharper handling line. Not a public-road safety delete.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Exhaust flap behaviour

Opening and closing of the exhaust flap follows the chosen driving profile more clearly, for example quieter in Comfort.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: Cars with switchable exhaust (AMG)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Laptimer and performance measurement

A stopwatch for lap times in the instrument cluster, operated with the steering-wheel buttons. Fun for track days.

Intended for track use.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1; AMG variants

Likely15 minPrice on request

Tyre size and axle ratio correction

Adapts control units after larger tyres or a different axle ratio so speed and shift points are correct again.

Legal and inspection requirements apply for other tyre sizes.

Condition: After larger tyres or axle ratio changes

Checked at diagnosis60 minPrice on request

Retrofit 2

360° camera retrofit

An original 360° camera system is installed and coded, so you see the car from above and all around when parking.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Checked at diagnosis480 minPrice on request

Tyre pressure monitoring retrofit

Sensors in the wheels show the pressure of each tyre and warn when pressure drops.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

RY2

Checked at diagnosis60 minPrice on request

Services 1

Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.

Offer: hidden features + Seven Health Scan

from €250

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FAQ

Is this safe for my car?

We back up the original settings first. Everything can be restored.

How do I know it works on my car?

Every feature carries a label. We confirm final compatibility at the diagnosis, before we change anything.

What does it cost?

Each feature shows its price from, including VAT. Features by agreement are agreed with you in the workshop.

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