The Electric Mercedes G-Wagon | Real Owners Perspective

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The vehicle reviewed is a Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ technology, which is referred to as the electric G-Wagon. This particular model is the limited-run Edition One. The vehicle has a slightly raised hood and has an AMG line styling package. There is a blue stripe on the trim, indicating its electric nature.

The G-Wagon has four motors, one on each wheel. The battery pack is armored with a carbon fiber-steel shield, and the vehicle has a ground clearance of 10 inches. It has composite skid plates, can climb a 45-degree slope, and can perform water fording up to 34 inches.

The virtual differential locks, boost off-road capabilities without needing mechanical differential locks. Instead, the software adjusts the power to each wheel.

The model has a square "backpack" on the back, that opens up to a compartment that can be used to store charging cables or a phone charger.

It is rated at approximately 580 horsepower (579). There is no "E" or "electric" branding except for "EQ" badging.

The rear cabin has comfortable seats with the ISOFix system. The reviewer wishes cup holders could face a different direction. All interior components are metal. It features climate control and you can control the air flow. This Mercedes Benz electric vehicle has Blue carbon fiber elements to it and heated and ventilated seats.

The range of this SUV is 240 miles. You can get about 150 miles range from 10 to 80% charge, which could take about 30 minutes.

The charging door is not motorized but spring-loaded, includes J1772 and CCS, and has a peak charging rate of 200 kilowatts.

There is cabin pressure release via rear air vents. The reviewer demonstrates releasing cabin pressure when shutting the car door.

The Bluetti Apex 300 power station is the topic of a promotional segment. It can support 120-volt and 240-volt outputs and a portable, plug-and-play setup. The batteries are long-lasting. The Bluetti is modular and can be paired with solar panels. By itself the Apex 300 can provide 2.7 kilowatts of energy.

The autonomous driving safety features are not as good as the ones on the Tesla. The G-turn feature is intended for off-road use.

The car weights 7,000 lbs, so for many people, they don't immediately know it's an electric SUV. This is an expensive car, and the owner describes it as a dream.

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