Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class (G‑Wagon) : Iconic Luxury Meets Off‑Road Mastery

Few vehicles capture attention and admiration like the Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class, affectionately known as the “G‑Wagon.” A timeless silhouette dating back to 1979, today’s G‑Class remains an automotive legend—a perfect blend of luxury, performance, and rugged capability. Whether navigating city streets or off‑road terrain, the G‑Class stands unmatched.

🎯 Signature Design & Rugged Styling

• Boxy Heritage Style: Its minimalist, squared-off profile, circular headlights, and upright cabin recall decades of G‑Class heritage—timeless yet unmistakable. New exterior touches in 2025 include refreshed grilles, bumpers, and wheel designs.(turn0search3)
• Personalization by G manufaktur: Owners can choose from 26 exclusive paint schemes, bespoke upholstery, contrasting trims, and optional AMG styling. The G 63 Collector’s Edition is a rare India‑exclusive model with bespoke luxury touches.(turn0search17/turn0search5/turn0news13)

🛋️ Interior: Statement of Status

The cabin lives up to G‑Class legend—with space, opulence, and capability united:

• Widescreen Digital Duo: Dual 12.3‑inch displays serving as driver cluster and MBUX infotainment, packing augmented reality navigation and latest software.(turn0search3/turn0search6)
• Luxury Comfort: Nappa leather upholstery, massaging front seats, 64‑colour ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof, and a 667‑litre boot ensure both comfort and cargo flexibility.(turn0search3)
• Premium Connectivity: Mercedes‑Me app, wireless charging, 360° camera, ADAS, Burmester 3D Dolby Atmos audio system, and a transparent hood virtual display for real-time terrain visibility.

⚙️ Performance: Power to Match Persona

At the heart of G-Class performance is rugged power paired with refinement:

AMG G 63 – The Wild Heart

• Engine: Handcrafted 4.0 L twin‑turbo V8 delivering 577 PS and 850 Nm torque via a 48‑V mild‑hybrid boost (~20 PS/200 Nm supplemental) turn0search1turn0search6
• Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in ~4.3 seconds using Race Start (launch control). Top speed is electronically limited at 240 km/h.
• Drive & Suspension: AMG Performance 4MATIC AWD with hydraulic Active Ride Control to reduce body roll and smooth out harsh terrain. These shocks eliminate traditional roll bars by dynamically adjusting damping.

G 400d / G 450 d – Diesel Ruggedness

• Engine: 3.0 L inline‑6 turbodiesel (OM 656) producing 367 PS / 750 Nm with mild‑hybrid support. 0–100 km/h ~5.8 s.
• Economy: Diesel drivetrain returns respectable economy of ~8.7–10.0 L/100 km combined.

G 580 EQ (Upcoming Electric Variant)

• Powertrain: Four electric motors, one on each wheel, delivering ~579 hp (432 kW) and ~1,164 Nm torque. 0–100 km/h in ~4.7 s; top speed limited to ~180 km/h.
• Off-Road Roll-Out: Features like G‑Turn (on‑spot spin), G‑Crawl, and G‑Steering allow tight manoeuvring and torque vectoring, preserving G‑Class off-road pedigree.

🔒 Off‑Road Design & Capability

Even with its luxury appeal, the G‑Class maintains serious terrain credentials:

• Ground Clearance & Wading Depth: Around 241 mm clearance, up to 700 mm water wading depth. Approach angle ~31°, departure ~29.9°, break‑over ~23.5°.
• Locking Differentials: Three locking diffs and permanent AWD (front‑biased 40:60 torque split) allow confident navigation of mud, snow, or sand.
• Transparent Bonnet Display: MBUX shows visual terrain beneath the nose of the SUV to aid in off‑road navigation.

💵 Pricing in India – A Statement Investment

The G‑Class price reflects its status and exclusivity: