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The Mercedes G-Class — the iconic G-Wagen — has endured multiple lifecycles while keeping its unmistakable boxy silhouette. First modernized into a new-generation model in 2018 and refreshed mid-cycle in 2024, the current G-Class remains a pillar of Mercedes-Benz’s luxury off-roader line-up. Still, automotive evolution and electrification mean Mercedes is almost certainly planning a successor: renderings circulating online offer a glimpse of what a next-generation G could look like.
Design & Exterior
Heritage meets futuristic cues
The digital illustrations shared by @lsdesignsrl and dubbed “Brutus” preserve the G-Class’s core identity: a squared-off body, upright windscreen and the signature rear-mounted spare wheel. 9 photosPhoto: Instagram | lsdesignsrl
Notable departures in the concept include reworked front and rear fascias and a set of new headlamp assemblies that abandon the classic round lights. The grille in these renders features two horizontal slats with the corporate star front-and-center. The profile keeps familiar G-Wagen proportions but adds sharper surfacing and revised taillight modules — vertical units flanking the rear door while the spare wheel carrier remains.
Interior & Technology
Where the biggest changes are expected
Inside, the next-generation G-Class should see the most dramatic upgrades. Expect a modern cockpit with larger displays, updated infotainment and driver-assistance suites, improved connectivity and an emphasis on digital ergonomics while maintaining premium materials and robust, off-road-friendly switchgear. Mercedes is likely to blend classic G-Wagen durability with the latest MBUX features, advanced ADAS and over-the-air updates aimed at high-end SUV buyers.
Powertrain & Performance
ICE, hybrid and full-EV possibilities
Historically, the G-Class has ranged from luxury-oriented V8s to efficient straight-sixes and, most recently, full-electric variants. For 2025 Mercedes-AMG G 63 remains the performance flagship with a 4.0L bi-turbo V8 producing 577 hp and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm), sprinting 0–60 mph in 4.2 seconds and limited to 137 mph (220 km/h) or 149 mph (240 km/h) with the AMG Performance Pack. MSRP for the AMG G 63 starts at $186,100.
At the other end, the G 550 (G 500 overseas) uses a 3.0L turbocharged inline-six with an integrated starter-generator, delivering 443 hp and 413 lb-ft (560 Nm) and reaching 60 mph in 5.3 seconds, priced from $148,250.
For the first time, Mercedes offers a fully electric G variant: the G 580 with EQ Technology. Using four electric motors, the G 580 offers 580 hp and 859 lb-ft (1,164 Nm) with a quoted 0–60 mph time of 4.6 seconds and a U.S. starting price of $161,500.
Given this lineup, the next-generation G is likely to be offered with multiple powertrains — a traditional internal combustion V8 for purists, efficient six-cylinder hybrids, and at least one fully electric derivative — while retaining a ladder-frame architecture to preserve off-road capability.
Market Positioning & Comparisons
Luxury, fashion statement and capability
The G-Class occupies a unique niche: a status SUV that’s also a hardcore off-roader. Celebrities and tuners continue to favor the G for customization potential, and Mercedes will likely keep exploiting that cachet. In segment comparisons, the G competes with high-end luxury off-roaders and performance SUVs, but few rivals can match its blend of heritage, rugged ladder-frame construction and Mercedes-Benz luxury tech.
Outlook & Release Expectations
Industry trends suggest Mercedes will keep the G’s core DNA while modernizing systems and offering both ICE and electrified variants. Official reveal timing is unconfirmed, but expect prototypes and spy shots in the coming years as the brand balances tradition with the shift to electrification.
Conclusion
These renderings show a believable direction for a future G-Class: honoring the G-Wagen’s boxy silhouette while integrating contemporary styling and next-gen technology. Would you prefer the next G to remain V8-focused, or do you want a full-EV G-Wagen? Share your thoughts below.
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