The iconic Mercedes-Benz G-Class series, affectionately known as the “Gelandewagen” or “G-Wagen,” is gearing up to make a leap towards sustainability with its first electric version. This vehicle, which combines legendary robustness with ecological innovation, will be transformed into a Matchbox toy model, reflecting its commitment to the environment.<\/p>\n
Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology: A Scale Model with Eco-Consciousness<\/strong><\/p>\n The scale model of the electric G-Wagen, formally named Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ technology, is a testament to sustainable engineering. This Matchbox toy car is made with an impressive 99.5% recycled metal<\/strong> and at least 81% sustainable plastic<\/strong>, certified by the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) standard.<\/p>\n Featuring an exclusive South Seas Blue Magno<\/strong> color finish from Mercedes’ Manufaktur customization division and a sleek black interior, this 1:64 scale model is presented as a premium limited edition. Enthusiasts can purchase it for $29.99<\/strong> on MattelCreations.com. Additionally, a more affordable version will be released in regular retail stores this fall for $2.99<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The Matchbox G-Class EV is not alone in its category. Currently, the market offers scale models of nearly every recent eco-friendly vehicle, from the Chevrolet Volt to the Fisker Karma. These toys are not only fun but could also inspire new generations to dream of a future of electric vehicles, following in the footsteps of the Tesla Radio Flyer.<\/p>\n The G 580 with EQ Technology: Power and Sustainability for 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n Looking towards the real model, the G 580 with EQ technology is expected for the 2025 model year. This vehicle will feature a four electric motor drivetrain<\/strong> totaling 579 hp<\/strong>, an innovative four-wheel steering system called G-Steering, and a special feature called G-Turn, allowing the vehicle to turn in a tight circle, ideal for maneuvering in tight spaces.<\/p>\n Although initially expected to include a silicon-anode battery to enhance its ecological profile and reduce weight, the electric G-Wagen has ultimately opted for a more traditional solution. The vehicle will be launched with a 116 kWh battery<\/strong> employing the well-known lithium-ion chemistry. This battery is estimated to provide a range of approximately 250 miles<\/strong> according to the EPA, and thanks to its 200 kW<\/strong> fast charging capability, it can recharge up to 80%<\/strong> of its capacity in just 30 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The iconic Mercedes-Benz G-Class series, affectionately known as the “Gelandewagen” or “G-Wagen,” is gearing up to make a leap towards sustainability with its first electric version. This vehicle, which combines legendary robustness with ecological […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25432,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"yes","rop_publish_now_accounts":{"facebook_5019085524858059_101809561859010":""},"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[146],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24924","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mercedes-benz"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24924","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24924"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24924\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25432"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24924"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24924"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yacarros.com\/noticias\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24924"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}