Mega top-end Mercedes-Benz G wagons

Few SUVs look as intimidating and no-nonsense as the G-Class. In an age where the image and aura of SUVs has been bent, diluted and cutesy-fied (Evoque, Juke, we’re looking at you), the G wagon remains a beacon of hostility and utilitarianism.

Special Edition Mercedes G Class SUVs

With the Defender now out of commission (for now at least), the G-Class is the closest thing you can buy new that looks like the classic sharp-angled boxmobile we all naturally envisage every time someone utters the letters ‘SUV’.

Mercedes G-Class on rocky terrain during an off-road expedition — The G-Class confidently handles rocky paths and steep slopes.

Mercedes-Benz is now taking orders for two new special edition G-Class models: the designo manufaktur Edition and the Exclusive Edition.

Mercedes G-Class SUV crossing a ravine — The Mercedes G-Class conquers challenging landscapes with ease.

Available to order now, with customer deliveries commencing from September, the special edition Mercs take the standard G-Class and bolt on even more individuality, style and luxurious fixtures.

designo manufaktur Edition

Based on the G 350 d and G 500, the new designo manufaktur Edition adds numerous black exterior features that sit well with the designo magma red, designo mystic white and obsidian black paint finishes.

Mercedes G-Class SUV parked in a busy London city street at night — Mercedes G-Class Parked in a quiet London City Street: Urban Luxury

Likewise, the AMG 5‑spoke light-alloy wheels with 275/55 R 19 tyres are black, as are the inserts in the side rub strips. The three louvres of the radiator grille, the exterior mirrors and the spare wheel cover are also in obsidian black to round off the design.

The G-Wagen displaying its ground clearance on uneven terrain — Superior ground clearance allows the G-Wagen to tackle any terrain.

Inside, there’s black designo nappa leather with colour-coordinated red topstitching, an AMG Performance steering wheel with the same two-tone rim, black designo piano lacquer, red designo seat belts and black leather grab handles in the roof liner.

Interior of Mercedes G-Class showing infotainment screen — The G-Class interior combines technology with timeless design.

Exclusive Edition

Meanwhile, the Exclusive Edition is based on the G 63 and G 65 and includes AMG sport strips on the sides, rub strip inserts in a dark aluminium look and the spare wheel cover painted in the vehicle colour.

Mercedes G-Class displayed with model during Fashion Week sponsorship — Where fashion meets power: The G-Class at Fashion Week.

Close-up of Mercedes G-Class wheel and tyre — A close-up look at the G-Class’s sturdy wheels, built for all terrains.

The wheels? Oh, the wheels! It has five-twin-spoke AMG light alloys painted in matt black atop 295/40 R 21 tyres.

Mercedes G-Class luxury seating in two-tone designo Nappa leather — Experience true luxury with the G-Class’s two-tone designo Nappa leather seating.

The cabin boasts a choice of two-tone designo nappa leather in six attractive colours or as an alternative two-tone seats in designo nappa leather in three colours with seat side bolsters in black carbon leather.

Leather seats inside the Mercedes G-Wagon luxury SUV — Sumptuous rear leather seats ensures passengers ride with comfort in this special edition G Class

How much will either of these set you back? Unclear as yet because we only have German prices. For what it’s worth, the G 350 d and G 500 designo manufaktur Edition are priced at €109,878 and €121,683 respectively (£92,801 – 102,772), while the G 63 and G 63 Exclusive Edition come in at €163,125 and €287,658 (£137,773 – 242,952).

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