The news of happiness for all Mercedes-Benz expensive cars fans out there. Since its most expensive models will soon be easier to reach. As, CEO Ola Kallenius stated recently on Sunday that Mercedes will build a smaller, cheaper, all-electric version of its iconic G-Wagon. The “baby” G-Class EV will be “fun to drive” in a compact avatar.
A smaller version of the electric Mercedes G-Wagon confirmed
Furthermore, Mercedes-Benz first disclosed the G-Class EQG concept at IAA Mobility in 2021. This will be an “all-electric model variant of its utilitarian off-road icon.”
The electric model is undoubtedly a G-Class, that demonstrates design features similar to that found in the lineup. This comes with additional modern upgrades for the EV era. While, two years after its debut, Kallenius confirmed at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, that the existing model is getting a little brother.
Believing in the news reported by the German newspaper Automobilwoche, Mercedes has been thinking around the idea of a smaller electric G-Wagon for several years.
Also in the great and longtime leadership of Dieter Zetsche, who served until 2019. The rumors revolved around that the brand wanted to release a budget-friendly version. Therefore, as per Kallenius, the time is now. The report mentions that the forthcoming smaller electric variant could go by “g-Class” with a small “g.”
It will be built on a corely electric powertrain variant. While it could be a combination of the forthcoming MMA and MB.EA platforms. Kallenius is promising to bring a fun driving experience with AWD promising to be a guarantee.
The mini g wagen is expected to come by 2026
When talking about the full-size electric G-Class EQG is predicted to launch by next year. Although, with the MB.EA platform is not due out until 2025. Thus, when it comes to its smaller variant, it is not expected to come until 2026 at the earliest.
And since the pricing of a new Mercedes G-Class SUV starts at $139,900. Then it is most certain that the mini electric version could cost greatly less, whereby the company’s focus is to expand its market.
The news circulated after Mercedes unveiled its electric CLA concept on Sunday. Informingly, the CLA is the first of the brand’s new entry-level EV class. The CLA EV concept is estimated to produce over 466 miles /750 km WLTP of range with a design showcasing a “new era” for the automaker.
