Summary
- Mercedes-Benz builds its 600,000th G-Class, a fully electric G 580 with EQ Technology
- G-Class retains iconic design and off-road capability since debuting in 1979
- Over 90% of buyers now personalize their vehicles via MANUFAKTUR
Mercedes-Benz has reached a major production milestone with the 600,000th G-Class rolling off the line in Graz, Austria. The vehicle in question is a G 580 with EQ Technology, finished in Obsidian Black Metallic. This all-electric variant reflects the brand’s push toward sustainable mobility while preserving the G-Class’s iconic off-road DNA. Since its debut in 1979, the G-Class has evolved from a militaristic utilitarian workhorse to a luxury status symbol, blending trail-conquering capability with unmistakable design and growing customization options.
The legacy of the G-Class includes countless special editions, including the recent STRONGER THAN THE 1980s model that paid tribute to the W 460 series. Its cult status continues to grow, supported by the MANUFAKTUR customization program, which now offers up to 20,000 paint options and fulfills over 90 percent of customer builds. Despite its evolution, the G-Class has never lost its core identity — retaining features like a ladder frame, round headlights and full locking differentials. As Mercedes-Benz charts an electric future, the G-Class remains a standard-bearer for heritage, innovation and individuality.
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