Spy Shots: 2021 Mercedes-Benz G4x4 - .za

The new 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G4x4 Squared has been spied undergoing testing yet again, perhaps for the last time before it’s fully revealed. The most hardcore iteration of the Gelandewagen is on the way!

Picture credit: S. Baldauf/SB-Medien. We have paid for these photos and at the photographer’s request, have watermarked them.

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is one very capable offroader, but what if you wanted even more? Mercedes-Benz introduced the G500 4×4 Squared as a short-wheelbase SUV complete with monster tyres and huge ground clearance back in 2015. Now it appears there’s a replacement on the cards and it’s expected to be revealed at the Munich Motor Show in September 2021

This is not the first time we’re seeing this model (last year’s spy shots can be seen in the gallery below) but these latest photos show the offroader wearing a military-like paint job. There’s not much camouflage to hide the bodywork which indicates that its full reveal is imminent.

The Mercedes-Benz G hardly needed improvements to its offroad capability with the 3 differential setup, but the G4X4 Squared introduced portal axles as well as 450 mm of ground clearance. As you can see, it stands high off the ground has also been properly accessorised, with a roof rack, ladder and a spare wheel mounted on the tailgate. Given how Land Rover is offering a complete array of accessories for its new Defender, we think Mercedes-Benz is determined to keep pace in this department.

In terms of engines, we think AMG will be called to supply one of its 4.0-litre biturbo V8 units, which will power all 4 wheels through a 9-speed automatic transmission. Watch this space!

Further Reading

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David Taylor

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