RICH PEOPLE ONLY DAILY DRIVING AN UPDATED G WAGON IN 2025

EV Channels Review

The Straight Pipes team reviews the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G580 Electric G-Wagon, a vehicle they find to be a remarkably successful electric conversion of a classic icon. They praise its powerful performance, with 579 horsepower and 859 lb-ft of torque, and highlight the "G-Turn" feature as an impressive, albeit niche, party trick. Daily driving is described as comfortable and refined, with excellent regenerative braking options that can be adjusted to mimic a traditional driving experience. The interior is lauded for its familiar Mercedes-Benz infotainment system, ample space, and high-quality materials, particularly in the "Edition One" trim. While the exterior design largely retains the G-Wagon's iconic look, subtle blue accents denote its electric nature. The reviewers express a strong preference for the electric G580 over its gasoline counterpart, the G63, for daily use due to its quiet operation and smooth power delivery, despite acknowledging the G63's more visceral auditory experience and off-road prowess in certain scenarios. The vehicle's price point of $247,200 for the tested trim is considered appropriate for its segment.