New Mercedes G-Class 4×4 Pickup
An all-new generation of the iconic Mercedes-Benz
G-class is expected to be launched at next year’s Frankfurt Motor Show in
Germany. The G-class has brought an unique stature
to the auto major among its home-grown competitors and the upcoming model is
likely to further emphasise the factors of luxury and ruggedness.
Mercedes-Benz says the new generation G-class will
be something we have not seen before. The luxury car maker is cautious with the
fact that it has to keep the heritage intact while adhering to the changing
perceptions of the modern customers. The new G-class will be
incorporated with additional width of 100 mm for better stability as the new
front suspension can be setup to the desired level.
The G-class will continue
to have the ‘in your face’ attitude with the edgier body panels and
almost-vertical windshield. The modernity will be accentuated by
design influences taken from the Ener-G-Force concept. Mercedes does not want the new G-class to be just a fancy
off-roader as it will have improved technologies regarding safety, driver
assistance and in-car entertainment.
The interior bits and pieces could resemble C-class
in a way while more attention has been put on for bettering the space, material
quality and comfort. The fuel efficiency improved powertrain options will be
new 3.0-litre in-line six-petrol and diesel engines, developing more than 300
hp respectively, that will also be introduced on the new E-class. The motors
will be linked to a nine-speed 9G-Tronic auto ‘box.
Source : Autocar
