With the all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology, the brand with the three-pointed star presents the first fully electric variant of its off-road icon. It symbolises the fusion of tradition and progress like no other. The all-new electric G-Class remains true to the model’s character, retaining its angular silhouette including all iconic elements. Like the conventionally powered variants, its body is built on a ladder frame. The development team has modified and reinforced this to integrate the electric drive. Also retained is the combination of independent front suspension with double wishbones and newly developed rigid rear axle. The high-voltage lithium-ion battery integrated into the ladder frame ensures a low centre of gravity. With its usable capacity of 116 kWh, it provides sufficient energy for ranges of up to 473 kilometres according to WLTP.
The four individually controlled electric motors located near the wheels develop a maximum total output of 432 kW. Together with the selectable LOW RANGE off-road gear reduction, they enable unique driving characteristics and exclusive functions. This allows G-TURN to turn the vehicle almost on the spot on loose or unpaved surfaces. The G-STEERING function can deliver a significantly smaller turning circle when driving off-road. The three-speed intelligent off-road crawl function is like cruise control for off-roading – maintaining optimum propulsion while the driver focuses on navigating the terrain.
Like the tried-and-tested variants, the all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology has a gradeability of up to 100% on suitable surfaces. The vehicle remains stable on sideways slopes of up to 35 degrees. With a maximum fording depth of 850 millimetres, the electric G‑Class outperforms its conventionally powered counterparts by 150 millimetres. The LOW RANGE off-road gearing increases propulsion with a special reduction ratio. The all-new model generates the function of conventional differential locks virtually using intelligent torque vectoring. G-ROAR brings a unique sound experience to the all-new electric G-Class. In addition to a characteristic, G-Class-specific driving sound, it includes one “aura” sound and a variety of “event” sounds.
The four individually controlled electric motors located near the wheels develop a maximum total output of 432 kW. Together with the selectable LOW RANGE off-road gear reduction, they enable unique driving characteristics and exclusive functions. This allows G-TURN to turn the vehicle almost on the spot on loose or unpaved surfaces. The G-STEERING function can deliver a significantly smaller turning circle when driving off-road. The three-speed intelligent off-road crawl function is like cruise control for off-roading – maintaining optimum propulsion while the driver focuses on navigating the terrain.
Like the tried-and-tested variants, the all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology has a gradeability of up to 100% on suitable surfaces. The vehicle remains stable on sideways slopes of up to 35 degrees. With a maximum fording depth of 850 millimetres, the electric G‑Class outperforms its conventionally powered counterparts by 150 millimetres. The LOW RANGE off-road gearing increases propulsion with a special reduction ratio. The all-new model generates the function of conventional differential locks virtually using intelligent torque vectoring. G-ROAR brings a unique sound experience to the all-new electric G-Class. In addition to a characteristic, G-Class-specific driving sound, it includes one “aura” sound and a variety of “event” sounds.
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02:04 - Please welcome Mr. Huberta Strausska.
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02:55 - Ladies and gentlemen, I'm super excited
02:57 to introduce to you the most capable,
03:00 the most iconic electric off-roader today,
03:04 the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ technology.
03:08 As the first ever EV in its segment,
03:10 the G-Wagon again writes history
03:13 by kicking off the electric era of luxury off-roaders.
03:18 As you can see, the new electric G
03:20 is a G-Class through and through.
03:23 Moreover, it's the perfect fusion of tradition and progress.
03:28 On the one hand, it stays true to the iconic style
03:32 that a G should have.
03:34 The black panel grill with LED light strips
03:36 makes it even more stunning than ever.
03:39 On the other hand, this G-Wagon's off-road capabilities
03:43 have been raised to new levels
03:45 thanks to its drive technologies.
03:47 Now, what makes this electric G-Class the one and only?
03:51 Firstly, the G-Class is always the uncompromising off-roader
03:57 even in the electric era.
03:59 The G 580 is highly versatile
04:02 with four individually controlled electric motors.
04:05 As a result, it provides an exceptional 432 kilowatts
04:10 of output and 1,164 newton meters of peak torque.
04:15 Many of its driving highlights are setting new benchmarks.
04:19 Number one, the revolutionary G-Turn.
04:22 It helps you easily manage sticky situations on loose ground
04:27 and it allows the vehicle to be rotated
04:29 up to 720 degrees without stopping.
04:32 Number two, the new G-Steering
04:36 dramatically reduces the turning circle in rough terrain.
04:40 Just imagine how practical it is
04:42 when driving tight off-road corners at low speeds.
04:46 And number three, as you can see from the start,
04:50 the off-road crawl function helps you gain more control
04:53 when going up or downhill on low-grip roads.
04:57 The electric G continues to demonstrate
05:00 top-notch stability and body control.
05:03 100% slope climbing?
05:05 Sure, as always.
05:07 It's also perfect to handle a side slope angle of 35 degrees.
05:12 The fording ability is genuinely impressive.
05:15 It allows you to drive through water or mud
05:18 up to 85 centimeters deep.
05:20 That's 15 centimeters deeper than its ICE siblings.
05:25 Secondly, our electric technologies ensure an even safer
05:29 and more efficient off-road experience.
05:32 As the pioneer in this segment,
05:34 we've installed a composite skid plate
05:38 which is made of an intelligent material mix
05:40 containing carbon.
05:42 Such material provides significantly increased protection
05:46 for the battery, but weighs three times less than steel.
05:49 The 116 kilowatt-hour battery enables a CLTC range
05:55 of around 570 kilometers.
05:58 Simply put, it can take you from Kunming
06:01 to Yulong Mountain on a single charge.
06:03 As a first for all electric vehicles,
06:07 we have the new two-speed transmission.
06:10 This ensures that the G580 can maximize the torque
06:14 while minimizing energy consumption on on and off-road.
06:18 Thirdly, the electric G keeps you entertained
06:22 with enhanced digital figure.
06:24 We upgraded the infotainment experience through MBUX
06:28 with a 12.3-inch driver and media displays,
06:32 so you can have as much fun sitting in your G
06:35 as you do off-roading.
06:38 And this fun now also extends to the rear seat
06:40 with two fully integrated 11.6-inch touch displays.
06:45 One more thing, the electric G also comes
06:48 with an entirely new G Roar.
06:51 Electric V8.
06:59 With this sound experience, the electric G
07:05 is simply the king of the jungle on roads.
07:09 Ladies and gentlemen, for the G-Class,
07:11 we always say it's stronger than time.
07:14 The G is not only about being an off-road legend
07:17 and its iconic shape.
07:18 It's the off-road icon that carries our spirit forward.
07:23 Never compromise, never follow the crowd, never give up.
07:27 Since 1979, we've built over half a million G-Class vehicles
07:32 over the last 45 years.
07:34 As a testament to their robustness,
07:37 as many as 80% of them are still on the road today.
07:41 As the saying goes, where there is a G, there is a way.
07:44 Over the last two decades, we've been fortunate
07:49 to gain more than 50,000 G-Class customers here in China,
07:53 as its second largest market in the world.
07:57 Today, we're offering our fans
07:58 the most diverse G portfolio.
08:01 This includes the all-electric new G500,
08:06 and the AMG G63, and limited models
08:09 like the AMG G63 Grand Edition.
08:12 With the further expansion
08:15 of our Manufaktur customization program,
08:18 the G icons can be as unique as you desire.
08:22 Moreover, I'm very happy to announce
08:24 that our electric G will be launched in China this year.
08:29 But before delivering such an iconic model to our customers,
08:33 we needed it to master the Schöckl Mountain
08:36 near its hometown of Graz.
08:38 It climbed up and down the gradients
08:40 of up to 60% over 300 times.
08:43 That's more than 2,000 kilometers.
08:46 And we just wrapped up winter testing,
08:48 and we booked the toughest test driver we could find.
08:52 Guess who it is?
08:53 Let's have a look.