The original Mercedes-Benz G-Class stuck around for four decades and was given multiple updates over the years to keep it fresh before a full redesign for the 2019 model year. It's not clear how long Mercedes plans to keep the current G-Class on the shelf before giving it a redesign, but it looks like the automaker will at least give the vehicle periodic updates in similar fashion to its predecessor.
Camouflaged prototypes for an updated G-Class have been spotted testing again. We can spot revised fascias front and rear. The prototype is for the regular G-Class, but the updated AMG G 63 is also out testing.
We're told by our spy photographer that the dash was covered up, suggesting some changes inside as well. A key update inside should be the addition of Mercedes' MBUX infotainment system, which features in every current Mercedes except the G-Class.
A bigger change is the elimination of the V-8 in the non-AMG versions of the G-Class, with an inline-6 and mild-hybrid combination thought to serve as the replacement in the updated G-Class. A G 500 V8 Final Edition was launched overseas in June. The G 500 is badged as a G 550 in the U.S. and Mercedes is yet to say whether the G 550 will also swap the V-8 for the inline-6, but the move is likely.
A V-8 will remain in the AMG G 63, though it may also be teamed with a mild-hybrid system or even a plug-in hybrid system with this update. The V-8-based plug-in hybrid system already features in AMG's S 63 E Performance and GT 63 S E Performance 4-Door Coupe. It pairs the familiar twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 with an electric motor at the rear axle for a combined output in the vicinity of 800 hp.
The updated G-Class should debut late this year or early next, either as a 2024 or 2025 model. An electric EQG that will offer four motors is also out testing and is due around the same time.
Stay tuned for updates as development continues.
Source: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1134866_2024-mercedes-benz-g-class-spy-shots
by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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