The Mercedes Benz G-Wagen, also known as the G-Class, is a luxury SUV that has been in production since 1979. Originally designed for military use, the G-Wagen has since become a status symbol for the affluent and a favorite of off-road enthusiasts.

The G-Wagen was first developed in the 1970s as a military vehicle. Its rugged construction and four-wheel drive capabilities made it ideal for military use. However, it was soon adapted for civilian use and quickly became popular among wealthy buyers. The first civilian model, the W460, was introduced in 1979. It was available as a two-door or four-door SUV and had a utilitarian, no-frills design.

Over the years, Mercedes has continued to refine and improve the G-Wagen. In 1990, the company introduced the W463 model, which featured a more luxurious interior and improved handling. This version of the G-Wagen was also the first to be sold in the United States. In 1993, Mercedes introduced the G 320, which featured a more powerful engine and improved suspension.

In the late 1990s, Mercedes began to offer the G-Wagen with an AMG-tuned engine. This version of the G-Wagen, known as the G55 AMG, was the most powerful version of the vehicle at the time. In 2002, Mercedes introduced the G500, which featured a 5.0-liter V8 engine and a more refined interior.

The G-Wagen was further revised in 2018, still retaining the iconic, boxy shape of its predecessors – but with more up to date interior and in-car amenities, such as the latest generation of Mercedes’s COMAND infotaiment system, ambient lighting, and the signature G-Wagen trait that remains no matter what generation – the classic, solid satisfying door ‘thunk’.

The top of the range AMG model was occupied by the G63 AMG, housing a 4.0L twin turbocharged V8, producing 577hp matched with Mercedes Benz’s 9G-Tronic Automatic Transmission.

Despite its high price tag, the G-Wagen continues to be popular among buyers who value its rugged construction, off-road capabilities, and luxurious interior. Over the years, Mercedes has refined and improved the G-Wagen, adding more luxurious features and more powerful engines. Despite its high price tag, the G-Wagen remains popular among buyers who value its rugged construction, off-road capabilities, and luxurious interior.