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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Mercedes G-Class hits 6 lakh production mark since 1979. Check details
Mercedes-Benz has reached a major production milestone with the production of the 600,000th G-Class from its Graz plant in Austria. The model that achieved this milestone is a G 580 with EQ Technology, Obsidian Black Metallic. Launched in 1979, the G-Class is continuing its tradition in both combustion and electric guise. The milestone comes as the G-Class highlights the growing significance of the model as it enters the electric era. The G-Class has evolved for more than four decades, yet it still looks the same. The G-Class looks similar because of its circular headlights, its square shape and the exposed spare wheel on the back door, which makes the G-Class more consistent in its look. Design evolution with roots in the Past The G-Class has evolved for more than four decades, yet it still looks the same. The G-Class looks similar because of its circular headlights, its square shape and the exposed spare wheel on the back door, which makes the G-Class more consistent in its look. The current models provide the grit that the original G-Class embodied while providing the comforts and technology we have come to expect from modern-day vehicles. The G-Class has come a long way from the early the short and long-wheelbase models with simple engines. The G-Class is now a representation of opulence and off-road capabilities. Also check these Cars Find more Cars Mercedes-Benz G-Class 3982 cc 3982 cc Diesel Diesel ₹ 2.55 Cr Compare View Offers Mercedes-Benz G-Class with EQ Power 116 kWh 116 kWh 473 km 473 km ₹ 3 Cr Compare View Offers UPCOMING Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2024 1950 cc 1950 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 1 Cr Alert Me When Launched Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2999 cc 2999 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 78.50 Lakhs Compare View Offers Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1993 cc 1993 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 55 Lakhs Compare View Offers Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet 1991.0 cc 1991.0 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 68.70 Lakhs Compare View Offers The G 580 which boasts EQ Technology and has zero tailpipe emissions, maintains the visual DNA of its predecessors. The model's design is a mixture of both tradition and innovation, and displays the cars many uses. Also watch: Mercedes AMG SL55 Roadster launched in India: First Look Features and customisation Mercedes-Benz has continued to expand the G-Class's utilization from a driver vehicle. The MANUFAKTUR individualisation program introduced in 2019 underpins the vehicles appeal. More than 90 percent of G-Class customers specify at least one MANUFAKTUR feature, with over a million combinations possible, including up to 20,000 paint possibilities since 2024. This level of personalization has ensured that the G-Class has remained up-to-date among lifestyle consumers, collectors, and off-roaders alike. Also Read : The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupe will pack 443 bhp. Here's why you should be interested… Off-Road Legacy Since the beginning, the G-Class has delivered formidable off-road capabilities. Core features such as all-wheel drive, 100 per cent locking differentials, and a robust ladder-frame chassis have remained standard. While modern iterations include advanced infotainment and driver assistance technologies, the G-Class retains its mechanical depth and ruggedness. The G 580 EQ variant represents the model's future, with energy consumption rated at 30.3–27.7 kWh/100 km and CO₂ emissions at 0 g/km under WLTP norms. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
IOL News
4 days ago
- Automotive
- IOL News
German EV showdown: Bold new Mercedes GLC and BMW iX3 to debut in September
The upcoming Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology (left) and new BMW iX3 both aim to make bold design statements. Image: Supplied There's a German electric SUV showdown looming, and it starts at the IAA Mobility Summit in early September when the new BMW iX3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology will be revealed to the world for the first time. Not only will the two battery-powered midsize SUVs be direct competitors when they hit the market, but both will usher in new design and engineering eras for their respective carmakers. The Mercedes GLC electric debuts a brand new design language for the firm's electric vehicles, with the softer lines of its current EQ models having faced criticism for their lack of imagination and identity. To whet our appetites, Mercedes released a teaser image this week, showing the new upright, and more traditional-looking, 'grille' that will feature on its electric GLC. The GLC with EQ Technology replaces the EQC and features a more traditional look. 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Next Stay Close ✕ As EVs do not require a grille for cooling, the GLC's centrepiece is purely aesthetic and features a chrome frame surrounding a smoked-glass-effect lattice structure and integrated contour lighting. An illuminated version will also be offered, featuring 942 backlit dots and animation sequences. The battery-powered GLC with EQ Technology replaces the EQC SUV, with Mercedes moving to a more integrated naming convention for its models. While it shares a name with its combustion-engined GLC sibling, the electric model will feature a completely different platform, in the form of Merc's upcoming MB-EA dedicated electric vehicle architecture. Technical details are still under wraps, but CarExpert reports that the new electric GLC is likely to offer a WLTP driving range of more than 800km, while the most powerful version could produce over 500kW. BMW EV revolution loading Either way, the GLC is going to face some stiff competition from its Bavarian rival, with BMW stating that the new iX3 will be one of the most significant model introductions in the company's entire history. Ushering in the 'Neue Klasse' family of vehicles, it claims to make huge strides in EV technology as well as sustainability and connectivity. The new BMW iX3 ushers in the 'Neue Klasse' architecture. Camouflaged model shown. Image: Supplied The architecture incorporates a completely new battery system and drivetrain, all geared towards maximum efficiency and reduced weight. BMW says the iX3 50 xDrive flagship will boast a WLTP range of up to 800km, and thanks to a 400kW maximum charging capability, owners will be able to add around 350km of range in just 10 minutes at a fast-charging station. Furthermore, its Gen6 powertrain technology and BMW Dynamic Performance Control software stack aim to raise the dynamic potential of electric powertrains to a new level. The iX3 also debuts the new BMW Panoramic iDrive cockpit interface, which displays all relevant driving information in the driver's ideal line of sight. 'With the all-new #BMW iX3, we bring our revolutionary technologies into series production for the first time, and we can hardly wait to see it in action on the road. All future BMW models, regardless of powertrain type, will benefit from the innovations and technology clusters of the Neue Klasse," says Mike Reichelt, Head of Neue Klass BMW. IOL Motoring
Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Mercedes-Benz rolls out 600,000th G-Class SUV
Mercedes-Benz on Tuesday said it has rolled out the 600 ,000th unit of its G-Class SUV from its manufacturing facility in Graz, Austria. The luxury carmaker rolled out the G G 580 with EQ Technology, its 600,000th unit of the G-Class SUV, in obsidian black metallic finish. Launched in 1979, the G-Class combines rugged off-roading capabilities with luxurious features and amenities. The all-electric G 580 consumes between 27.7 to 30.3 kWh per 100 km and produces zero tailpipe emissions, aligning with the brand's push towards sustainable mobility . 'The G-Class has retained its unmistakable silhouette, iconic design features such as round headlights and exposed spare wheel, and essential off-road capabilities including full-time all-wheel drive and a robust ladder frame,' the company said in a statement. A significant driver of customisation within the G-Class range has been the MANUFAKTUR programme , launched in 2019. More than 90 per cent of customers now select at least one bespoke option, with over a million configurations now possible. Since 2024, buyers can choose from up to 20,000 paint colours, reflecting rising demand for heritage and exclusive finishes.
India Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Mercedes-Benz G-Class reaches 600,000 production milestone with electric G 580
The iconic Mercedes-Benz G-Class has hit a major production milestone, with the 600,000th unit rolling off the assembly line in Graz, Austria. The landmark vehicle, a G 580 with EQ Technology in Obsidian Black Metallic, symbolises both the enduring legacy and the electrified future of one of the world's most revered its debut in 1979, the G-Class has cemented its reputation as a benchmark in off-road capability, luxury, and design. Once a utilitarian vehicle, the G-Class has evolved into a global symbol of rugged sophistication, beloved by adventurers and celebrities alike. Its hallmark features, from the boxy silhouette and round headlights to the exposed rear spare wheel, remain largely unchanged, underscoring the model's timeless G 580 with EQ Technology represents a new chapter in the G-Class journey, combining heritage design with zero-emission performance. With a combined energy consumption of 30.3–27.7 kWh/100 km and a CO class rating of A, the electric variant signals Mercedes-Benz's ongoing commitment to sustainable mobility. The brand's customisation program, MANUFAKTUR, continues to attract strong demand, with over 90% of customers opting for bespoke features. In 2024 alone, Mercedes-Benz expanded the palette to include up to 20,000 paint options, a nod to the G-Class's cult status and the desire for individuality among the decades, limited editions such as the 'Edition STRONGER THAN THE 1980s' have paid homage to the vehicle's legacy, especially the original W 460 series that laid the groundwork for the G-Class the S- and E-Class, the G-Class ranks among Mercedes-Benz's longest-running nameplates. At launch in 1979, it was offered with four engine options and available in both short and long wheelbase configurations. Despite its transformation into a luxury icon, the G-Class has retained its core mechanical DNA, including all-wheel drive, 100% locking differentials, and a robust ladder-frame 600,000th G-Class is more than a production figure, it's a tribute to a model that has successfully bridged tradition and innovation for over four to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Mercedes-Benz GLC EV: New mid-size SUV gets modern twist on brand's classic face
Mercedes-Benz is having another crack at the mid-size luxury electric SUV segment, with the GLC with EQ Technology teased ahead of its reveal next month. The battery-electric version of the German premium brand's best-seller will debut at the Munich motor show (aka IAA Mobility) on September 7, 2025. Mercedes-Benz has released a teaser image showing off its distinctive grille, and there are echoes of the grilles of classic models like the W126 S-Class – but with a catch. While the chrome-surrounded grille has three rows with dozens of small square segments, reminiscent of Benzes of yore, it's closed-off and features integrated contour lighting and a 'smoked-glass-effect lattice structure'. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Mercedes-Benz will also offer an illuminated version as an option, with 942 backlit dots and animation sequences. The central star and the integrated surrounding contour of the panel are also illuminated. The nod to the past is part of Mercedes-Benz's move away from the controversial design language employed on its Electric Vehicle Architecture-based EQE sedan, EQE SUV, EQS limousine and EQS SUV. Mercedes-Benz has already facelifted the EQS in Europe, giving it a more conventional grille, and has paused deliveries of the quartet in the crucial US market due to slow sales. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The company has said it's moving to a 'coherent design language' across its portfolio, with its EVs to more closely resemble their combustion-powered counterparts even if they use different platforms – a strategy rival BMW already employs. As seen in spy photos and teasers, it appears to have a more rakish silhouette than the combustion-powered GLC, but is much more athletic-looking than the blobby EQE SUV. Mercedes-Benz is also ditching its EQ nameplates, which is why this new mid-size electric SUV is called the GLC with EQ Technology instead of the EQC. Inside, the electric GLC will feature an 'all-new, seamless' MBUX Hyperscreen that will see the vehicle's screens under one layer of glass. Supplied Credit: CarExpert It's also the first model in a 'completely new family of vehicles' featuring a 'superbrain' that will power every new Mercedes-Benz. The electric GLC will debut the brand's new dedicated electric vehicle (EV) architecture, and rides a wheelbase 129mm longer than the combustion-powered GLC – so just over three metres. It'll be offered in single-motor rear-wheel drive and dual-motor all-wheel drive configurations with system outputs of up to 500kW. Batteries range from a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) unit that's likely to deliver a WLTP-rated range of just over 500km, to a 94.5kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery that boosts WLTP range to more than 800km. Supplied Credit: CarExpert This battery's highly efficient silicon carbide anodes and the 800V electrical architecture also allow charge rates of up to 320kW, which mean it can be topped up to give 400km more range in as little as 15 minutes. A prototype we drove in Sweden earlier this year was reasonably close to what is likely to be the top-spec, non-AMG GLC 4Matic with EQ Technology. Its dual-motor powertrain had a system output of 360kW, a two-speed transmission, the 94.5kWh battery, air suspension, and rear-wheel steering. MORE: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology: Prototype drive
