Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W465): Overview & Photos

Mercedes-Benz G-Class W465

Gray Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG at Arkhangelskoye Estate (Moscow Region, Russia)

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, colloquially known as the G-Wagon or G-Wagen (as an abbreviation of Geländewagen), is a four-wheel drive luxury SUV sold by Mercedes-Benz. Originally developed as a military off-roader, later more luxurious models were added to the line. In certain markets, it was sold under the Puch name as Puch G until 2000.

The G-Class is characterised by its boxy styling and body-on-frame construction.

W465

The W465 is the last generation of G-Class introduced on 26 March 2024 with three engines carried over from the W463, a 3-litre petrol I6 and a 2.9-litre diesel I6, as well as a 4-litre petrol V8. The 4-litre petrol V8 fitted in the G 500 was not carried over and was replaced by the 3-litre petrol I6. The Mercedes-AMG G 63 remains the only W465 with a V8 petrol engine. The new W465 with petrol and diesel engines are fitted with a 48-volt hybrid system.

A month later on 24 April 2024, the electric version, G 580 with EQ Technology, was introduced. This model was inspired by the Concept EQG and first electric vehicle from Mercedes-Benz not to have a separate EQ model.