SPIED: Next-generation Mercedes-Benz G-Class – similar looks, but set for 400 kg weight reduction

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This, folks, is the next-generation Gelandewagen, or Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen as most will call it. Spotted earlier here, it appears largely the same as the current model, but according to our European spy photographers, the test mule spotted here is apparently wider than the existing G-Class by about 10 cm, which will be great news for occupants. Off-roading enthusiasts, though, may not be so keen on the added girth when negotiating obstacles.

Most other customers, and the off-roaders too, should be happy with the estimated 400 kg reduction in weight compared to the curent G-Class, if the rumours come true. Being an all-new model, a fully revamped interior can be expected, as can select items from the latest E-Class, which will bring the 4X4 right up to date in technology.

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Under the skin, the next G-Class can be expected to carry forward the 4.0 litre turbocharged V8 petrols, as already seen in the G 500 and G 500 4×4², though perhaps with higher outputs. Mercedes’ 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission can be expected as the powerplants’ pairing, too.

As before, the G-Class will be built by manufacturing partner Magna in Graz, Austria when the next-generation model comes to production. Those who still want the G-Class in its current form later in the future still have some hope; our photographer sources heard that the current model might still be built alongside the new one in a more simplified form.

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Mick Chan

Open roads and closed circuits hold great allure for Mick Chan. Driving heaven to him is exercising a playful chassis on twisty paths; prizes ergonomics and involvement over gadgetry. Spent three years at a motoring newspaper and short stint with a magazine prior to joining this website.

 

Comments

  • This Mesidis besar oso bodo piang xbleh pakai cuz they dun have confidence in their new car. Everytime wanna camo test here, camo test there, camo test until Matt Damon comes home from Mars. Unlike P2 that dun need to test Bisa.

    P2 shown the way of the future to sell new cars straight from prototype to showroom, yet others r still in 20th century need to test their cars on the road, kononnya for durability and reliability however this is really just to tease here, tease there. But then bashers says it backfire. Now thanks to spyshot camo of Mesidis testing their new car, every1 knows Mesidis quality no confidence so better trust quality in untested Bisa.

    So better buy Bisa than this G keras cuz P2 have full confidence and no need test, while Mesidis have no confidence thats why need to test test test.

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    • So gud deal, even when kena early afterlife oso gerenti peace of mind for rest in peace. RBA john, I support u! Macam mana mau beli dari u?

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  • “is apparently wider than the existing G-Class by about 10 cm”

    So no more military version of the G-Class? The old one was developed with the possibility to be transported in a helicopter in mind…

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  • applegreen on Jul 29, 2016 at 9:04 am

    Awesome. 400kg weight reduction with 4.0 v8 power. This could be as fast as porche macan

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  • uvnice on Jul 29, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    SO, no more v12??

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