Who is the electric G Wagen — the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology — for? Pricing hasn't been announced yet, but it's going to be expensive. Range hasn't been announced yet, but it gets 294 miles on the European test cycle and that means the EPA will likely rate it at around 250. It doesn't look appreciably different than the combustion and hybrid versions either, but as it turns out, that's all by design.
Visually, the main differences between the electric G-Class and others are its illuminated grille frame, taller hoodline, and minor changes to improve aerodynamics — slightly altered A-pillar trim, a small roof spoiler, and air curtains on the rear fender flares. Inside, controls for EV-exclusive tricks like spinning the car in place are located where the diff lock buttons should be. That's it.
It may not matter anyway. Mercedes maintains that the G-Class is a car for all. German carpenters who buy diesel-engined ones as work trucks lie on one end of the spectrum. However, on the opposite end are the lifestyle buyers, and that's where the money is. There's a reason why Mercedes decided to launch the electric G in the Hills of Beverly. A quick drive through the area and you'll see that the G-Class is a more abundant SUV than the Chevy Trax.
Down the road, that might change. The company is investing in Mercedes-run or Mercedes-partnered charging networks the U.S. and China. They've already started in Europe. Mercedes realized that the network isn't expanding rapidly enough in places their customers want to go. As an example, Scheibe cited the planned network along the autobahns from major German cities to Austria, a popular skiing destination.
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