Forward of the launch of the refreshed Mercedes-Benz G-Class, all of the discuss has been on the brand new all-electric model. And why not? When you’ve a large, three-ton brute that may fairly dramatically spin by itself axis, it is smart that it’d get numerous consideration.
However Mercedes is not simply electrifying the brand new G. The interior combustion-powered SUV is getting a refresh, too, and at present we are able to share all the main points.
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class will nonetheless journey on a ladder body, nonetheless have three locking differentials, nonetheless provide 9.5 inches of floor clearance, and might nonetheless efficiently wade by 27.6 inches of water. In different phrases, it is each bit the off-road monster as the present model.
The developments this yr focus extra on on-road efficiency, inside refinement and bringing inside know-how as much as the date with the remainder of the Mercedes household (it’s multiple-generations-behind tech had been inconceivable to overlook). To that finish, the inside sees a considerable reboot, which begins earlier than you even get inside. The G-Class lastly beneficial properties proximity entry, although the doorways nonetheless unlock with the G’s famously intense clunk. As soon as inside, you’ll see the 2025 G carries ahead some styling cues from the earlier model however with its widescreen show now operating the newest MBUX infotainment software program/UI with a management mixture of touchscreen and redundant heart console touchpad. Final yr’s G nonetheless had old-school COMAND, which was solely managed by the unusual redundant combo of rotary knob and shiny contact pod contraption. The all-digital instrument panel has additionally been introduced updated, whereas a brand new Offroad Cockpit view takes benefit of the 360-degree digital camera system to supply an ”invisible hood” impact.
Different normal tools additions embody wi-fi cellphone charging, local weather managed cupholders and lane-centering steering help for the adaptive cruise management system, whereas the choices listing beneficial properties a dual-screen rear leisure system and Burmester sound system choice with Dolby Atmos.
Though the large powertrain information will clearly be the all-electric model, the G 550 will get an all-new engine for 2025. Changing the 4.0-liter V8 is a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with a mild-hybrid system. Discovered elsewhere within the Mercedes lineup, the G’s model produces 443 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque, representing a rise of 27 hp over the earlier G 550 however a lower of 37 fewer pound-feet.
The AMG G 63, pictured above, additionally provides 48-volt mild-hybrid tech to its hand-built 4.0-liter V8, nevertheless it produces the identical 577 hp and 627 lb-ft as earlier than, and nonetheless hits 60 in 4.5 seconds.That may drop to 4.2 seconds with the brand new AMG Efficiency Pack, although. It additionally raises the highest pace to 150 mph and contains launch management, one thing you completely want in an SUV this dimension. Additionally non-obligatory on the AMG G 63 is AMG Energetic Journey Management, Mercedes’ hydraulic, anti-rollbar-free suspension system, first seen on the AMG SL 63. This guarantees improved on-road manners, nevertheless it’s additionally just like the know-how that contributes to the Rivian R1S being such a uniquely succesful automobile off-road.
Ought to that sound interesting, there’s additionally the brand new AMG Offroad Bundle Professional, which incorporates two new off-road-focused drive modes (AMG Traction Professional and customizable AMG Energetic Stability Management), smaller 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, Skilled Line spare wheel holder (it will possibly swing out individually from the swing gate) and the Skilled Roof Rack with cheeky little ladder hanging off the rear. Mainly, it’s the G 550’s Skilled Version utilized to the G 63 with the operating boards in place. And talking of the Skilled, its wooden cargo ground would appear to now be accessible as an choice on the usual G 550.
Outdoors, it might not seem to be there’s any distinction, however the numbers inform a distinct story. The drag co-efficient has fallen to 0.48 from 0.55, the results of a number of aerodynamic tweaks together with resculpted A pillars. Visible adjustments for the G 550 embody the 4 horizontal louvers within the grille and a enlarged decrease bumper inlets with new inserts.
Mercedes hasn’t but introduced pricing on any of those new packages, however simply to set expectations, the present G 550 begins at $143,000, whereas life with a G 63 begins at $179,000 — plus a number of further baggage of money to appease your grasping native dealership. With the tech and functionality upgrades right here, do not anticipate the brand new one to get any extra inexpensive.
And what about that electrical model? Keep tuned for extra.