Since its debut in 1979, the boxy Mercedes-Benz G-Class has always exuded luxury, style and comfort and been a dominant presence both on and off-road. This year, the brand has taken the G-Class forward in another direction by releasing a fully electric version, while maintaining the classic design that has kept the world obsessed with it. However, some are not fans of electric vehicles (EV) and others are just not fans of the noisy G63 now being silent.
Some will feel this vehicle is ruined if you don’t hear that gushing sound when you start it up. Others, like me, are glad to see that a brand can take an iconic product such as this one and move it into the future without losing its identity. The only thing that might have evolved too far is the name of the vehicle.
It is officially the G580 with EQ Technology. Yes, it’s that long. From the outside, it still has the iconic box-shape design.
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It also retains the distinctive door handles and the indicators mounted on the wings. The headlights still have the round shape that we are used to. However, the G580 does get some distinctive external features like an optional black-panel radiator grille.
It has tinted lighting units as well as an animated LED light band and chrome surround. At the back, you can either opt for a spare wheel attached to the tailgate or a squared-off spare-wheel pannier that you can use for extra storage. The interior of the G580 carries an insane amount of poshness and bling.
From the time you enter the vehicle, the ambient lighting splashed across the front creates an atmosphere that makes you feel you’ve made it in life. It has a sort of arrogance about it but, at the same time, it’s classy and serene. The seats hug you and are heated, ventilated and give great massages when you need to sit back and relax while driving.
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