The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is getting an replace, although you’ll have to see actually intently to see simply what’s modified.
This camouflaged G-Class was spied by CarExpert’s Derek Fung amongst a convoy of disguised Mercedes-Benz fashions in Arizona.
The enduring G-Wagen is probably finest recognized for the way little it has modified stylistically, even because it lastly entered its second era in 2018 after virtually 40 years.
On this prototype, we are able to see an extra slat for the grille and tweaks to the entrance bumper, however no adjustments to the lighting entrance and rear.
The adjustments inside may very well be extra vital, judging by the higher use of camouflage there, although we are able to nonetheless see the silhouette of the identical distinguished array housing the digital instrument cluster and touchscreen infotainment system.
It appears possible the G-Class will transfer from Mercedes-Benz’s outdated COMAND infotainment system to the newer MBUX, given COMAND has basically been phased out.
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The spied prototype is a Mercedes-Benz and never Mercedes-AMG G-Class, one thing that’s now not obtainable in Australia following the axing of the G400d in 2022.
The Mercedes-AMG G63, the one variant provided in Australia, may even see comparable tweaks, however proceed to supply its personal AMG-specific styling particulars.
It packs a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre petrol V8 with 430kW of energy and 850Nm of torque.
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It’s unclear whether or not there can be any updates to the engine line-up, although we do know of 1 new powertrain that’s coming quickly.
The EQG would be the first electrical G-Class, and is anticipated to be revealed in 2024. A prototype was spied testing earlier this yr.
First previewed with the 2021 Idea EQG, it’s set to make use of a quad-motor all-wheel drive system.
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