The Mercedes G580 equipped with EQ Technology can reach 62 miles per hour in 4.7 seconds.

Mercedes claims that its top goal was off-road performance.

This is Mercedes’ new, battery-powered G-Class Batter Ram, an all-electric version of Benz’s iconic off-roader and the first Mercedes EV to implement the company’s new naming strategy. Instead of the EQG badge we were expecting, its official name is G580 with EQ Technology. We’ll see more of this on future Merc EVs.

Mercedes G580 powertrain

The G-EV comes with a four-motor electric drivetrain that makes 579 hp (588 PS/432 kW), with each motor contributing 145 hp (147 PS/108 kW), and a combined 859 lb-ft (1,164 NM) provides. Push the posh brick to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.7 seconds. But Mercedes says off-road performance was the real priority, and as a result the G580 EQ may outperform a conventional ICE-powered G-Class.

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Each of the four motors gets its own two-speed gearbox, there’s a shiftable low-ratio transmission and the G580’s drivetrain doesn’t require a traditional differential lock, instead using individual motor control to handle tricky situations. is done.

Mercedes G580 Traction control

Traction is so good that the G can negotiate a 35-degree slope and its battery and powertrain components are completely sealed, allowing it to wade through 850 mm (33.5 in) of water – which is 150 mm (5.9 in) more than the ICE. Is more impressive. The -powered G-Class can manage, and will do more if the charging port is placed higher.

Mercedes G580 Tank-Turn

Off-highway tricks include G-Turn, Mercedes’ name for Tank-Turn, which lets the G580 spin on the spot, G-Steering, which turns G around one wheel to dramatically tighten the turning circle, rotates to the side, and a crawl mode for traversing really tough terrain that can reduce speed to walking speed.

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Mercedes G580 battery

Apart from the sleek grille, a re-profiled hood to improve airflow and the option to convert the spare wheel holder on the rear door to house the charging cable, the G580 EQ resembles the recently facelifted ICE G-Class . It also rides on the same basic body-on-frame chassis, although here, the 116kWh battery pack lifted from the EQS sedan becomes a structural chassis member, removing the need for cross-bracing, and protected by a carbon shield. It happens.

The G580 can handle 200 kW charging speeds and delivers a claimed EV range of 292 WLTP miles (470 kW). That’s not bad considering the barn-door-like aerodynamics (down from 0.48 to 0.44 Cd, but still awesome) and the huge 3,085 kg (6,800 lb) curb weight, which is 600 kg (1,323 lb) more than the Combustion G500.

Mercedes G580 features

Inside, the G580 EQ comes with Mercedes’ latest MBUX infotainment system and ambient lighting, but you’ll still have to pay extra for keyless entry, temperature-controlled cup holders, Burmester 3D surround sound HiFi and transparent hood camera system. hopefully.

Mercedes G580 price

This seems a bit mean, given its price in Germany of €142,622 (equivalent to $152,620 / £122,560; exact U.S. and UK prices will come later) in base trim, placing it between the ICE-powered G500 and G63, Although it is easier to spend more. An optional AMG-Line trim adds 20-inch AMG wheels, running boards, stainless steel trim, and a flat-bottom sports steering wheel, or you can send your G through Merc’s Manufacturer Personalization program.

Alternatively, you can show off your influence on the Edition One launch model. It’ll set you back a whopping €192,524 ($206,018 / £165,440) and it only comes in five exclusive Manufaktur paint finishes, including the South Sea Blue Magno seen here.