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Mercedes Starts Real-World Testing of G‑Class Cabriolet in Austria

The four-door soft-top will be a limited "special edition," with powertrains and launch timing still unannounced.

Overview

  • Mercedes released camouflaged prototype images and said engineers are gathering comprehensive data to validate the open-top model.
  • Prototypes are completing initial road miles in Austria and are slated to move to Sweden for winter testing.
  • Photos show a four-door layout with a fabric soft top that preserves the G‑Class’s boxy silhouette and signature exterior cues.
  • Mercedes characterizes the Cabriolet as a "special edition," indicating limited availability.
  • Image analysis points to internal-combustion hardware on the test cars, while production site, final powertrains and pricing remain unconfirmed and are being speculated on by outlets.