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The fully camouflaged test mule of 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-class may look similar to the current generation model, but upon a closer view, you will find that this one is a lot wider. The next generation G-class features the same body design ideology with the extended width of 10 centimeters.
The fully camouflaged test mule of 2018 G-class has been spied testing several times, before its expected global debut in 2018. From the recent spy shots, the extended wheel arches suggest that the upcoming G-class will be widened to offer more cabin space. While the cabin odds and ends will be borrow from the current E-class including the new door crafts and the brand’s latest infotainment system. It seems, besides, the tough off-roader looks, the vehicle will also offer a lot of cutting-edge technology.
You can also find previous news on G-class: Mercedes-Benz Likely to Introduce Next-Gen G-Class in 2017
After remaining unchanged for 37 years, the new G-class will also be much lighter, as some sources believe that 400 kg of weight has been dropped from the current generation model. The changes are not just limited to the cosmetics, as far as concern of the range-topping AMG variants, these will now use the twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 engine.
Currently, the G-class is globally offered with the turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel, turbocharged 8-cylinder petrol, turbocharged 6.0-litre V12 and 4.0-litre ‘hot-vee’ turbocharged V8 engine options.
If the reports from AUTOCAR are to be considered, all the current motor will continue to the next generation, however, the 6-cylinder diesel motor of G 350d could be replaced with the more powerful and efficient unit which also to be shared with the E-class.
The next generation 2018 G-class will be built by the Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria where the current generation G-class also lined-up. There are rumours that the German automaker might continue the production of current generation G-class alongside the 2018 G-class for a while, at least its non-AMG models.
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