In 2019, Mercedes started talking about the all-electric G-Class car, as part of a long-term plan that includes the electrification of all its models by the end of this decade. A few days ago, the German manufacturer introduced its first all-electric G-Class model, the Mercedes-Benz G 580.

In the first year, the electric G-Class will be offered as an Edition One version with five special body colors. The AMG Line and Night packages are part of the standard equipment, and the car is mounted on AMG’s 20-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels.

The car is designed to be ready for all types of terrain, and the 25-centimeter ground clearance, excellent approach and departure angle, tires, adaptive off-road suspension and the ability to pass through water up to a depth of 85 centimeters will help in this. It is equipped with the new G-Turn system, with which the car can be turned almost in place on loose surfaces. The low center of gravity ensures a transverse slope of up to 35 degrees.

The luxurious cabin is lined with high-quality materials, providing the best possible driving experience for the driver who will be able to choose between two modes: Trail and Rock. The equipment includes cameras that cover the space around the vehicle, a 12.3-inch adaptive digital instrument panel, the latest generation MBUX multimedia system that can be controlled by voice or touch via a 12.3-inch display. Two 11.3-inch multimedia systems for rear seat passengers and the G-Roar system, which brings the sound of the G-Class V8 engine into the cabin, are optional.

The Mercedes-Benz G 580 is powered by four electric motors with a total output of 587 hp (438 kW) and 859 lb-ft (1,165 Nm) of torque. It reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than five seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). It is equipped with batteries that have a usable capacity of 116 kWh, enough for a range of up to 473 km. Thanks to fast chargers, batteries can be charged from 10 to 80% in 32 minutes.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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