Mercedes took over 30 years for the G-Class to be completely replaced. Compare the differences between these generations.
Mercedes-Benz’s G-Class has finally arrived after a lengthy teaser campaign, gigabytes worth of spy photos, and a lengthy teaser video. This is the most difficult thing the automaker has done with its latest generation. While the designers keep the iconic elements of the Gelandewagen, engineers make every other aspect modern. Let’s see how they compare.
You might not notice any differences between the G-Class’s previous and new versions if you take a quick look. The major styling elements shared by both models include a wide grille, muscular fenders, and fender-mounted turn indicators.
It’s the little things that make a big difference. The intakes on the lower fascia have been made shorter and wider to emphasize the SUV’s width. The vehicle’s face looks cleaner by integrating the LED running lights into the headlight and eliminating the separate strip. The new windshield wipers are lower which allows for a better view of the cabin.
The image below shows a new perspective. It is a horizontal split of the models with the G-Class on top and old on the bottom.
This view is consistent with the G-Class’s overall design theme of being similar but different. Although there aren’t any major changes, the small tweaks make it a more appealing vehicle. The new front fascia wraps around the SUV and attaches to them (right), while it was separate from the previous one (left). The running boards are also connected more easily.
The latest G-Class has more rounded mirrors that attach to the corners of the doors than the rather narrow A-pillar.
Some of the changes can be seen more clearly if you look at the side. The new G-Class is more round than the one that was left. Mercedes uses curves instead of hard edges at the corners. Mercedes now has a more coherent appearance that matches the shape of the windows.
The cabin is very different from the G-Class’ exterior, which focuses on subtle refinement. The grab handle on the passenger’s side is the only thing that shares a commonality. Mercedes no longer has an infotainment screen that sits on top of the center stack (right), but instead offers dual 12.3-inch displays which integrate seamlessly into the dashboard. You will also find attractive, metal buttons and an HVAC gauge that is jet-turbine-inspired. The improved design means that there is more space for the occupants.