---
title: "Mercedes EQG Is a ‘Near-Production’ Electric G-Wagen Concept With a Motor at Each Wheel"
description: "It's got a newly developed solid axle out back that can accommodate electric drive."
date: "2021-09-05"
modified: "2021-09-05"
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---

# Mercedes EQG Is a ‘Near-Production’ Electric G-Wagen Concept With a Motor at Each Wheel

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Last we heard from the G-Wagen, it was [busy being put off for 2022](<https://www.thedrive.com/news/42018/mercedes-benz-cancels-almost-every-v8-model-for-2022>) due to V8 supply issues. How about a G-Wagen that doesn't use a V8 then? Or any cylinders for that matter? Enter the Mercedes-Benz Concept EQG, a "near-production study" that previews the inevitable, all-electric G-Class.

Even though it no longer relies on fossil fuels, the gasless G concept thankfully retains the off-roader's iconic proportions. That hasn't stopped Mercedes from throwing in quite a few sci-fi details, though. There are lights down the side, there are lights above the windshield, there are lights surrounding the light-up grille-that's-not-a-grille, and, for some reason, there are circular lights on the mirror caps that mimic the vehicle's iconic headlamps.

![message-editor%2F1630641457954-2021-06-21\_image\_21c0523-002.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/content-b/message-editor/1630641457954-2021-06-21_image_21c0523-002.jpg>)
**Mercedes-Benz**

In lieu of an exposed spare wheel like the regular version always rocked, this electric rendition features a squared-off storage box on the back that looks vaguely like the part of the phone charger that goes into the wall. Y'know, because electricity. Naturally, Mercedes says it's a convenient place to store the EQG's charging cables because electric cars never need spare tires.

Powered by four electric motors (each dedicated to a single wheel), Mercedes says the EQG is still extremely capable off-road, featuring newly-developed independent front suspension and a rigid rear axle.

![message-editor%2F1630641503153-2021-06-21\_image\_21c0523-006.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/content-b/message-editor/1630641503153-2021-06-21_image_21c0523-006.jpg>)
**Mercedes-Benz**

Mercedes recently announced plans to have its [entire lineup be electric by 2030](<https://www.thedrive.com/tech/41648/mercedes-amg-maybach-all-going-electric-by-2030>), a lineup that will, of course, consist of its legendary G-Wagen. Judging by the moderately batshit press photos/renders it released of the EQG, however, it appears that Mercedes thinks we will all be living in a dystopian young adult novel in nine years' time.

![message-editor%2F1630641523037-2021-06-21\_image\_21c0523-004.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/content-b/message-editor/1630641523037-2021-06-21_image_21c0523-004.jpg>)
**Mercedes-Benz**

![message-editor%2F1630641535556-2021-08-25\_image\_21c0523-005.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/content-b/message-editor/1630641535556-2021-08-25_image_21c0523-005.jpg>)
**Mercedes-Benz**

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## Author
Chris Tsui is *The Drive*'s former Reviews Editor and current freelance automotive journalist. He's based in Toronto.

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