Mercedes-Benz Electric G-Wagon globally unveiled

It is Mercedes' first production vehicle with individual four-wheel-drive.

Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps off the all-new electric G-wagon.

The new electric G-wagon, officially called 'G580 with EQ Technology', retains the iconic boxy design of its ICE counterparts. The front design gets a gloss black panel with four horizontal vents flanking the three-pointed star at its centre and an LED strip circling the entire panel. Other design elements include a slightly raised hood, air vents on the rear wheel arches, 'EQ' badges, circular LED headlights, LED taillights and a storage box at the rear to carry the charging cables (although a spare tyre is still available as an option) and 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels as standard.

Moving inside, the Mercedes-Benz electric G-wagon comes with the brand's latest MBUX infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other interior features include temperature-controlled cup holders, wireless charging, keyless entry, Burmester 3D surround-sound system, rear-seat entertainment units and leather upholstery all around; to name a few.

The new Mercedes electric G-class will be available in five colour options: South Sea Blue Magno, Obsidian Black Metallic, Opalite White Magno, Opalite White Bright and Classic Grey Solid. Mercedes will also offer the G580 in AMG Line and Night packages.

Underneath, the Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology retains the ladder-frame chassis with independent suspension and a solid rear axle. Although, Mercedes has reinforced it to support the additional weight. The G580 uses a 116 kWh battery pack, offering 240 miles (386 km) of range. It comes with fast-charging capabilities of up to 200 kW at Level 3 DC charger, allowing 10-80% charge in 30 minutes.

The batteries power four electric motors - 2 in the front & 2 in the rear; making it Mercedes' first production vehicle with individual four-wheel-drive. The four motors produce a total power output of 580 BHP and 1165 Nm, allowing it to sprint from 0-60 mph (0-98 km/h) in 4.4 seconds and reach an electronically limited top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).

The Mercedes electric G-wagon is as capable off-road as its ICE versions. The G580 gets 5 drive modes: Comfort, Sport, Individual, Trail & Rock.

Prices for the new electric G-wagon are yet to be announced.