Mercedes-Benz G-Class Marks 600,000th Unit with Electric G 580 EQ
The Graz assembly of the zero-emission G 580 EQ underscores Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to sustainable mobility on its iconic ladder-frame platform.
Overview
- The 600,000th G-Class rolled off the Graz, Austria line on August 5, 2025, as an all-electric G 580 EQ finished in Obsidian Black Metallic.
- The G 580 EQ produces zero tailpipe emissions and achieves 30.3–27.7 kWh per 100 km energy use, earning a CO₂ class A rating.
- Core off-road features—including ladder-frame construction, all-wheel drive and 100% locking differentials—remain intact in the electric variant.
- Mercedes-Benz’s MANUFAKTUR program sees over 90 percent of G-Class buyers choosing bespoke options, with more than 20,000 paint shades available.
- In continuous production since 1979, the G-Class has evolved from a military off-roader into one of Mercedes-Benz’s longest-running luxury icons.