The unique Mercedes-Benz G-Class caught round for 4 a long time and was given a number of updates through the years to maintain it contemporary earlier than a full redesign for the 2019 mannequin 12 months. It isn’t clear how lengthy Mercedes plans to maintain the present G-Class on the shelf earlier than giving it a redesign, however it seems to be just like the automaker will no less than give the automobile periodic updates in comparable trend to its predecessor.

Camouflaged prototypes for an up to date G-Class have been noticed testing once more. We are able to see revised fascias entrance and rear. The prototype is for the common G-Class, however the up to date AMG G 63 can also be out testing.

We’re advised by our spy photographer that the sprint was coated up, suggesting some modifications inside as properly. A key replace inside must be the addition of Mercedes’ MBUX infotainment system, which is utilized in each present Mercedes besides the G-Class.

A much bigger change is the seemingly elimination of the V-8 within the non-AMG variations of the G-Class, as an inline-6 and mild-hybrid mixture is predicted to function the substitute within the up to date G-Class. A G 500 V8 Last Version was launched abroad in June. The G 500 is badged as a G 550 within the U.S., and Mercedes is but to say whether or not the G 550 can even swap the V-8 for the inline-6, however the transfer is probably going.

A V-8 will stay within the AMG G 63, although it can even be teamed with a mild-hybrid system with this replace. Although it is but to be confirmed, a plug-in hybrid possibility could also be added at a later date. A V-8-based plug-in hybrid system already options in AMG’s S 63 E Efficiency and GT 63 S E Efficiency 4-Door Coupe. It pairs the acquainted twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 with an electrical motor on the rear axle for a mixed output within the neighborhood of 800 hp.

The up to date G-Class is slated to debut subsequent 12 months as a 2025 mannequin for the U.S. market. An electrical EQG that can provide 4 motors can also be out testing and is due across the identical time.

Finally, Mercedes will launch a child G-Class. It is due later this decade with an electrical powertrain.