Mercedes-Benz Malaysia debuts the high-anticipated all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology, an icon reimagined for an electric future. It symbolises the fusion of tradition and progress like no other. The all-new electric G-Class remains true to the model’s character, retaining its angular silhouette including all iconic elements that have epitomised the G-Class for generations.

Amanda Zhang, CEO & President, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, “At Mercedes-Benz, we are committed to shaping the future of mobility through innovation, performance, and sustainability. The all-new electric G-Class is a bold expression of this vision, reimagining an icon while staying true to the values that define our brand. As we advance toward our Ambition 2039, this marks an important milestone in our journey to lead the transformation of the luxury automotive landscape.”.

Nadia Trimmel, Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, “With the all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology, we are offering our customers a fully electric off-road experience without compromise. It brings together cutting-edge features like the G-TURN, G-STEERING, and a range of up to 473 km according to WLTP, all whilst keeping the iconic DNA of the G-Class. It delivers the refinement, capability, and innovation our customers expect from Mercedes-Benz, now redefined for an electric era.”.

The Electric Drive

With four individually controlled electric motors close to the wheels, the all-new electric G-Class offers unique driving characteristics both on and off road. It is the first mass-produced vehicle from the Mercedes-Benz Group with individual-wheel drive. The four motors are integrated in the ladder frame – two in each housing at the front and rear axles.

They are driven via short half-shafts, meaning the rear electric motors can also be bolted to the chassis. Each of the electric motors develops a peak output of 108 kW, which adds up to a maximum total output of 432 kW. The maximum total torque is 1,164 Nm. In co-operation with ESP® and the central powertrain control (CPC), the torque is always delivered exactly where the all-new electric G-Class needs traction.

With its innovative drive concept, the all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited to 180 km/h. As the electric motors can provide their maximum torque from a standstill, the all-electric off-roader excels with enormous pulling power and exceptional controllability. This proves advantageous both on steep inclines and loose surfaces.

The all-new electric G-Class uses torque vectoring to generate virtual differential locks. This technology makes it possible to precisely meter torque to each individual wheel. As the torque builds up exactly where needed within fractions of a second, the all-new electric G-Class holds a clean, confident line up and downhill, even on the toughest terrain.

The virtual differential locks enable fully variable distribution of the drive torque among the individual wheels. The result is maximum traction with maximum flexibility without distortion when cornering. There is no need to manually engage the differential locks via switches in the off-road control unit. Control is fully automatic.

The Battery

The all-new electric G-Class comes with a two-tiered lithium-ion battery with 216 cells installed in twelve cell modules between three cooling levels. The battery is integrated into the ladder frame made from steel up to four millimetres thick.

This ensures a low centre of gravity and makes the entire vehicle significantly more rigid. To protect it from water and dirt intrusion, the battery is housed in a torsion-resistant casing. This means that the all-new electric G-Class is as capable as it’s combustion engine counterparts when it comes to off-road capability.

The usable capacity of the battery is 116 kWh. That gives the all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology sufficient energy for a range of up to 473 kilometres according to WLTP.

The all-new electric G-Class is capable of charging with both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC), with a maximum capacity of up to 11 kW for AC charging and up to 200 kW for DC fast charging. In the case of fast charging, the charging time from 10 to 80% SoC (State of Charge) is around 32 minutes.

The all-new electric G-Class has three charging programmes – “Standard,” “Work” or “Home”. Users can set parameters such as departure time, climate control, and maximum charge level. The “Home” and “Work” charging programmes can be activated based on location.

Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology and Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology EDITION ONE are priced from RM 958,888 and RM 998,888 respectively (including 10% ST) for Peninsular Malaysia.