- All-wheel-drive with four independent electric motors delivers around 579 hp and 859 lb‑ft of torque
- Built on the classic ladder‑frame with retained off‑road prowess—can scale 100 % grades and ford 33.5″ of water
- Powered by a 116 kWh battery pack, offers up to 473 km WLTP / 239 mi EPA and 0–60 mph in ~4.6 s
- Chevy‑inspired “G‑Roar” sound mode, G‑Turn 360° spin, and Off‑Road‑Cockpit tech enhance the experience
- Starting price around $162,650 to $170,000, launching initially with exclusive “Edition One” trim
Battery & Motors
- Battery: Usable capacity of 116 kWh lithium-ion built into the ladder frame
- Motors: Four individually controlled permanent-magnet synchronous motors (one at each wheel)
- Output: 579 hp (432 kW) and a whopping 859 lb‑ft (1,164 Nm) of torque
Performance
- 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in approximately 4.6–4.7 seconds ()
- Top speed around 180 km/h (112 mph)
- Quad-motor setup enables unique off-road tricks like the G‑Turn (360° spin) and G-Roar simulated engine sounds
Range & Efficiency
- EPA-rated range: 239 miles (~385 km)
- Real-world test by MotorTrend: 204 miles (~328 km) on a road-trip simulation
- WLTP (Europe):
- Low-energy test (TEL): 293.9 miles (473 km)
- High-energy test (TEH): 269.7 miles (434 km)
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Charging
- Fast charging: CCS up to 200 kW, reaching 10–80% in ~32–34 minutes
- AC charging: 11 kW onboard charger – ~13 h to full charge from empty
Off-Road & Chassis
- Ground clearance: ~9.8 in (250 mm), fording up to 33.5 in (850 mm)
- Suspension: Independent front, De Dion rear axle with adaptive damping, dual-circuit hydraulic brakes
- Curb weight: ~3,085 kg (~6,800 lb)
|
Feature |
Specification |
|
Battery |
116 kWh usable |
|
Power |
579 hp / 859 lb‑ft |
|
0–62 mph |
~4.6–4.7 s |
|
EPA Range |
239 mi (~385 km) |
|
Real‑world Range |
~204 mi (~328 km) |
|
WLTP Range (TEL/TEH) |
473 km / 435 km |
|
Fast‑charging |
200 kW (10–80% in ~32 min) |
|
AC Charging |
11 kW (0–100% in ~13 h) |
|
Ground Clearance |
~250 mm |
|
Weight |
~3,085 kg |
G 580 Electric vs G-Class G 550
|
Feature |
G 580 Electric (EV) |
G 550 (Petrol) |
|
Powertrain |
4 electric motors (one per wheel) |
4.0L V8 twin-turbo |
|
Horsepower |
579 hp |
416 hp |
|
Torque |
859 lb-ft (1,164 Nm) |
450 lb-ft (610 Nm) |
|
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) |
~4.6 seconds |
~5.6 seconds |
|
Top Speed |
~180 km/h (112 mph, limited) |
~209 km/h (130 mph, limited) |
|
Drivetrain |
Quad-motor AWD (independent control) |
Full-time 4MATIC AWD |
|
Battery / Fuel Tank |
116 kWh usable battery |
100 L fuel tank |
|
Range (EPA est.) |
239 miles (~385 km) |
~700+ km highway range |
|
Charging |
200 kW DC (10–80% in ~32 min), 11 kW AC |
Conventional refueling in 5–7 minutes |
|
Weight |
~3,085 kg (6,800 lbs) |
~2,450 kg (5,400 lbs) |
|
Towing Capacity |
~3,500 kg (est.) |
~3,500 kg |
|
Off-Road |
G-Turn, G-Cornering, water fording 850 mm, ladder frame |
3 differential locks, water fording 700 mm |
|
Interior |
Hyperscreen, Off-Road Cockpit, G-Roar sound |
Classic G interior, updated tech in newer models |
|
Price (USA) |
~$170,000+ (Edition One) |
~$143,000+ |
|
Emissions |
0 g/km COâ‚‚ |
324 g/km COâ‚‚ (approx.) |
G 580 Electric Advantages:
- Superior torque and acceleration (instant EV response)
- Advanced off-road tech (G-Turn, G-Cornering)
- Silent, emission-free driving
- More futuristic cockpit and UI
- Still built on the ladder-frame chassis, maintaining off-road credibility
G 580 Limitations:
- Much heavier due to battery (adds ~600 kg over petrol G-Class)
- Shorter range, especially off-road
- Longer refueling time unless DC fast-charging is available
- More expensive (starting ~$25K+ higher)
Price Comparison: G 580 EV vs G 550 Petrol
|
Model |
Starting Price (USA) |
India (Est. Import Price) |
|
Mercedes G 580 EV |
$150,000 - $170,000+ |
2.80-¹3.20 Cr(CBU import) |
|
Mercedes G 550 Petrol |
$143,000+¸ |
2.55-2.75 CrCBU import) |