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Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV vs GMC Hummer EV | Electric SUV Off-Road Comparison Test

2025-03-07 Autos & Vehicles
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At long last, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV has hit the streets — or in this case, the trails — as the first fully electric version of the iconic G-Class, and it promises to be just as capable off-road as its gas-powered counterpart. But how does the Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology stack up against other adventurous electric SUVs like the Rivian R1S and GMC Hummer EV? Edmunds’ Brian Wong puts all three to the test to find out in this off-road comparison test video. 00:00 Intro 00:58 Hill Climb 08:35 Ziggurat (Articulation) 13:00 EV Movement Modes 15:56 The Pipes 20:38 Edmunds' Take Subscribe to Edmunds https://www.youtube.com/user/edmundsvideo?sub_confirmation=1 for the latest car news, car reviews, car comparisons, car shopping and advice. Visit us! https://www.edmunds.com

Top Comments (10)

@jsinclair39 2025-03-07

Summer tires on a G-wagon tells you everything you need to know about their customer base. 😂

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@MrSelfDestruct-1 2025-03-07

The G-class EV does not use a rear solid axle (as mentioned in this video) but rather a De Dion type rear axle setup with double universal joint driveshafts transferring drive propulsion from the electric motors and incorporating slip joints to equalize the length. Also the biggest difference between the G-class EV and Hummer EV is that the G-class actually has low range gearing, the Hummer EV does not.

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@edmundscars 2025-03-07

Both of these electric SUVs proved to offer formidable off-road capability that matched their giant price tags, but with different approaches. Which of these legacy off-roaders appeals to you more? Let us know in the comments below!

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@tonyspencer9350 2025-03-31

I want a Mercedes G EV 4x4 Squared. That would be an unstoppable beast.

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@javidturabor 2025-03-15

If G wagon doesn't make that noise its not G wagon but G spot

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@husshardan3511 2025-03-07

G wagon - $160K, 240 mile range.

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@Ryctor07 2025-04-09

Quick correction: The Hummer only has a "virtual" locker on the rear motors. If you have the off road package, it has a physical locking differential in the front that is only usable in Terrain Mode.

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@tonydamiani8029 2025-05-12

239 mile range (MB) v. 359 (HEV), makes this a no brainer. 239 miles for a $200k vehicle is shameful.

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@mokazmi9004 2025-03-08

This is my first time coming across your channel. This video is just incredible. The commentary, camera work, and overall info are fantastic. Thank you!

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@hoopdyhop76 2025-03-08

We’re missing the better match to the g wager which is the R1S quad. I guarantee far more people are cross shopping those two, than are shopping for the hummer

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