Mercedes-Benz has hit the 5,00,000-unit manufacturing milestone of the G-Class SUV, and to commemorate this milestone, the carmaker gave the 5,00,000th G-Class some distinctive, retro-looking touches corresponding to a brand new paint job and new cloth upholstery. Along with the E-Class and S-Class, the G-Class has been one of many longest-produced fashions in Mercedes-Benz’s historical past. 

1. Mercedes-Benz G-Class has been in manufacturing since 1979
2. Production milestone particular is predicated on a Mercedes G 500

Mercedes-Benz G-Class anniversary particular exterior, inside

In manufacturing since 1979, the G-Class has been one of the vital iconic luxurious SUVs globally. The particular version will get the Agave Green paint, which has been out there on the SUV since across the time of its inception. Other beauty enhancements embody a blacked-out entrance fascia and grille over the headlights. While the present G-Class options clear flip indicators, this manufacturing milestone model options amber flip indicators on the bonnet, reminiscent of the unique G-Class from the Nineteen Seventies. 

The particular version G-Class additionally will get a set of retro-looking, 5-spoke, slotted alloy wheels together with a spare wheel cowl and a Mercedes-Benz badge on the again. It additionally encompasses a roof rack that may be accessed from the ladder mounted to the precise of the tail gate. 

Inside, Mercedes-Benz has given this particular version G-Class a chequered cloth upholstery and the passenger-side seize deal with has “No. 500,000” inscribed in Agave Green. 

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Mercedes-Benz G-Class anniversary particular powertrain

Based on the G 500 bought overseas, this particular version is powered by a 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produces 422hp and 610Nm of torque. It delivers energy to all 4 wheels through a 9-speed automated gearbox. It is able to reaching a 0-100kph time of 5.9 seconds (claimed) and has a claimed high velocity of 210kph. 

Mercedes-Benz G-Class in India

In India, the G-Class is out there in two variants – the G 350d and the AMG G 63. The former will get a 286hp, 600Nm, 3.0-litre diesel engine, whereas the latter will get a 585hp, 850Nm, 4.4-litre V8 petrol engine. Earlier this yr, Mercedes-Benz introduced that it’s going to launch 10 new cars and SUVs in India, amongst which it hinted at a G-Class replace. 

Mercedes-Benz G-Class future plans

Mercedes-Benz is engaged on an electrical model of the G-Class, dubbed the EQG, which is anticipated to reach round late 2024. Furthermore, Mercedes-Benz additionally talked about that it’s engaged on an up to date model of the present G-Class, which can also be anticipated to reach quickly. 

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