The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric is a luxury SUV with seating for up to 5 people. It is a luxury EV that uses a ladder frame design, which also makes it unique and a true 4x4. It is the EV counterpart to the ICE-powered G Wagon
While there are no direct competitors, the G Class Electric rivals include Lotus Eletre and Mercedes Benz EQS SUV. The Mercedes G Class Electric on-road price starts at around Rs 3.30 crore.
While the body-on-frame concept for a new age EV might be unconventional, the luxurious and well-appointed interior with loads of cutting-edge features is undoubtedly modern. Being a G Wagon, the G Class Electric should also not have issues going off-road, with plenty of power and ground clearance on offer. The Mercedes G Class Electric has a claimed range of 473km and supports DC fast charging up to 200 kW.
Key Highlights of Mercedes Benz G Class Electric
- G Class Electric gets a ladder frame chassis like the standard G Class.
- G Class Electric exterior is squared off with a boxy side profile and upright front and rear.
- Classic Mercedes G Class cues include circular headlights, exposed door hinges, short overhangs and top-mounted turn indicators.
- Mercedes G-Class Electric interior looks premium and feels luxurious with high-quality materials and customisable trim options
- Boot capacity behind the second row is 620 litres, 20 litres less than the G63 AMG.
- G Class Electric gets 12.3 inch MBUX infotainment system, 12.3 inch driver’s display, smartphone connectivity, a voice assistant and augmented reality navigation.
- G Class Electric features Burmester audio, massaging and ventilated front seats, 64 colour mood lighting, 11.6 inch rear seat entertainment screens and 3 zone climate control.
- G Class Electric ADAS features are adaptive cruise control, auto emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind spot assist, traffic sign recognition and parking assist.
- Mercedes G Class Electric safety features include at least 8 airbags, electronic stability control, 360 degree cameras, an optional dashcam and ISOFIX anchors.
- Mercedes G Class Electric's claimed range is 473km.
