Ever Driven The Electric Mercedes G-Class? Here’s A Full Tour... and Thoughts

I’d definitely buy one if I had the money to spare.

Arms out, thumbs down. The algorithm will figure it out soon.

Ellis said:
Arms out, thumbs down. The algorithm will figure it out soon.

They all do that.

Not sure the kind of person who buys these cars would care about driving a battery electric vehicle.

Leander said:
Not sure the kind of person who buys these cars would care about driving a battery electric vehicle.

Arnold Schwarzenegger had one converted to BEV. He probably already has this new version.

Leander said:
Not sure the kind of person who buys these cars would care about driving a battery electric vehicle.

If you want to drive in a zero emissions zone and look cool doing it, then you might be interested in one.

Leander said:
Not sure the kind of person who buys these cars would care about driving a battery electric vehicle.

There’s a very specific market for the G-Wagon, and it’s not really about utility. I passed on it because of the awkward rear seat folding. But they are very comfortable and great off-road.

@Keller
Here in Germany, they’re mostly for showing off. They’re driven by people who probably shouldn’t afford them. It’s just a lifestyle vehicle now.

Leander said:
@Keller
Here in Germany, they’re mostly for showing off. They’re driven by people who probably shouldn’t afford them. It’s just a lifestyle vehicle now.

That’s pretty much how they are in the US too. 99% of them never go off-road. They’re mostly driven by rich kids.

How many of these did he actually buy?

These are already being heavily discounted. If Trump doesn’t repeal things next year, there should be some great lease deals. Patience is key.

I’m worried that these ‘tank’ mode vehicles will ruin a lot of trails.

Lux said:
I’m worried that these ‘tank’ mode vehicles will ruin a lot of trails.

Yeah, it’s going to destroy a lot of trails for sure.