Mercedes’ first-ever electric G-Wagon is a major moment for both Mercedes and the world of electric cars.
For starters, the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology is exemplary of the German car maker’s innate ability to blend traditional designs with progressive technology, in a similar way it has with its S-Class over the years.
Secondly, and perhaps more importantly, Mercedes’ debut electric G-Wagon is also objectively great to look at, which can only also be a win for e-cars at large, a group of vehicles often renowned for looking “too futuristic” for the traditionalists.
That said, while it's all well and good looking the part like the G-Wagon undoubtedly does, but if the result isn't fit fir purpose, it all feels pretty useless.
Mercedes-Benz, Press
Mercedes-Benz, Press
Mercedes-Benz, Press
Luckily, Mercedes' electric G-Wagon doesn’t fall into that category. In fact, the particular’s beneath the G-Wagon's carbon-backed hood are perhaps even more impressive than its overall aesthetic.
Mercedes-Benz, Press
Mercedes-Benz, Press
Mercedes-Benz, Press
Below the the beautifully-crafted shell lies a robust ladder frame design that boasts off-road gear reduction, independent front suspension, and solid rear axle, all of which makes for uncompromising off-road capabilities.
Then there’s the four individually controlled electric motors located near the wheels integrated into the ladder, each of which helps the car go from 0-60 mph in just 4.6 seconds. Impressive reading for any e-powered Merc.
The car’s interior is also massively impressive, not least the car’s multifunction steering wheel with touch controls in Nappa leather — a treat on both the hands and the eyes.
What I'm getting at here is this: the all-electric Mercedes G-Wagon, which will be exclusively available in the United States in the EDITION ONE special edition, is an objectively stunning-looking machine. But best of all, regardless of its good looks, the G-Wagon performs like a beast, too.
