Along with the Mercedes EQG, the pure electrical variant of the G-Class, Mercedes-Benz G GmbH is creating a mini G-Class, as per a Handelsblatt report dated February 16, 2023. Focused at youthful clients who need a G however in smaller dimensions and possibly with extra give attention to consolation than excessive off-roading, will probably be accessible in gasoline and electrical variants.
Not a Mercedes GLG
The rumored ‘Mercedes GLG’ identify is unlikely for the mini G-Class, as an American logistics firm has already trademarked it. Regardless of the precise identify seems to be, we’re sure that it’s going to have the letter ‘G’ in it.
Background
The debut of the Mercedes Ener-G-Power as the corporate’s Los Angeles Design Problem 2012 entry has stored the mini G-Class within the rumor mill for over a decade. The idea borrows a variety of design cues from the G-Class whereas additionally attempting to mix futuristic styling particulars for what the corporate thought a complicated off-roader will seem like in 2025.
The Ener-G-Power is a hydrogen gasoline cell electrical car, however not one just like the Hyundai Nexo that shops hydrogen. It has a “hydro-tech converter” that converts recycled water, saved in tanks on the roof, into hydrogen for working the gasoline cells. Scorching-swappable battery packs built-in into the facet skirts retailer the electrical energy generated on this course of. 4 hub-mounted electrical motors switch that power to the wheels. Mercedes-Benz estimates this idea can journey as much as roughly 500 miles.
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Design & inside
Mercedes-Benz hasn’t revealed what the mini G-Class Electrical would seem like. Nevertheless, we’re pretty sure that the model wouldn’t want to enterprise too far out from the unique G-Wagon’s iconic design language. The child Geländewagen could have some similarities to the Ener-G-Power idea as properly.
The mini G-Class electrical will probably boast a boxy exterior with an upright stance and flattish physique panels, although with trendy LED lights and maybe a conventional tailgate design. The inside will possible comply with go well with, that includes crisp digital screens and superior infotainment applied sciences. This SUV needs to be a strict five-seater and have sustainable supplies and multi-color LED ambient lighting to supply an upmarket cabin expertise.
The German report says that Mercedes-Benz is contemplating an “XXL display screen” that covers the entire width of the cockpit for the mini G-Class Electrical. It’s most likely referring to the 2024 Mercedes E-Class’ MBUX Superscreen, designed and developed on the traces of MBUX Hyperscreen. So, we anticipate to see a free-standing absolutely digital instrument cluster, together with an infotainment show and a passenger show mendacity beneath a big, gently curved glass floor in a seamless design with out transitions or bumps beside it.
Specs
In response to the Handelsblatt report, the rumored Mercedes GLG needs to be barely shorter however considerably decrease than the G-Class. For reference, the G-Class measures 189.7 in. in size, 74.5 in. in width, and 77.5 in. in peak. We predict it’ll be only a wee bit longer than the EQB (184.4 in.), however whereas three-row seating, even when optionally available, can be like a cherry on the cake, there is no such thing as a indication of that kind from the German publication.
The mini G-Class Electrical will likely be primarily based on the upcoming unibody MMA platform. Mercedes-Benz is creating the MMA platform primarily for electrical automobiles, not completely. The electrical-first platform wouldn’t be as superior because the EVA2 platform that underpins the EQE SUV and EQS SUV and has been confirmed to spawn a China-only mannequin, probably an EQE All-Terrain. On the plus facet, it’ll be attainable to supply gas-powered and pure electrical variants of the identical mannequin, and that’s what the plan is.
Mercedes-Benz is more likely to equip the brand new mini G-Class Electrical with its in-house-developed eATS 2.0, the second technology of the corporate’s electrical drivetrain or electrical drive unit (EDU) that consists of the electrical motor, transmission, and energy electronics. Not like eATS (1.0), eATS 2.0 will possible have a two-speed gearbox and a Silicon Carbide (SiC) inverter. Furthermore, the working voltage will possible be double – 800 V, resulting in decreased present and power losses.
It goes with out saying that the so-called Mercedes GLG may have an AWD drivetrain structure as commonplace, with one EDU on every axle. The output figures would range as per the variant, although. The battery pack also needs to have an working voltage of 800 volts and thus assist ultra-fast charging speeds. A ten to 80% fast-charging session could take simply round 20 minutes. The EPA-est. vary of the infant G-Class Electrical could possibly be over 300 miles.
Launch date
The mini Mercedes G-Class Electrical could possibly be launched round 2026. The G-Class doesn’t come low-cost, and it’d be the identical case with the EQG and its youthful brother. The smallest mannequin from Mercedes-Benz G GmbH could retail at round USD 65,000 onwards within the U.S. It is going to compete with the Rivian R2S, which can arrive across the similar time.
TopElectricSUV says
The mini-Mercedes EQG will possible be an awesome selection for patrons who need the identical character in a mannequin that’s extra inexpensive, compact, and centered extra on effectivity and on a regular basis practicality than excessive off-roading functionality. We suspect the compact electrical SUV to come back with an attention-grabbing design, a cushty & feature-rich inside, and an awesome all-around efficiency.
Mercedes GLG FAQs
What’s the Mercedes GLG launch date?
The rumored Mercedes GLG needs to be launched round 2026. Its precise identify could possibly be one thing else, although.
What would be the Mercedes GLG worth?
The bottom Mercedes GLG will possible be priced at round USD 65,000.
Which fashions will likely be Mercedes GLG rivals?
The Mercedes GLG will compete with the Rivian R2S within the U.S.
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With a Grasp’s Diploma in Enterprise Administration & Administration, I’ve been working as an Worldwide Automotive Information Editor since 2014, and have gained a wealth of information and perception into hybrid and electrical automobiles.
