Mercedes targets rugged crossover market with junior G-Class | Autocar

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The junior G-Class gives Mercedes a foothold in the popular rugged crossover market and will get ICE and EV power

CEO Ola Källenius said last year: “Most luxury companies build their portfolio on the basis of one or two true icons.has the good fortune to have multiple iconic products and brands at the upper end of its portfolio, such as the S-Class, the SL, the G-Class as well as the AMG and Maybach brands.

We see great potential here to expand our top-end portfolio with even more fascinating products.” His comments hint at the possibility for each of those four brands to spawn more comprehensive line-ups. Like the upcoming CLA, the new compact SUV would have an 800V architecture to give a 10-80% battery top-up within 30 minutes from a 350kW charger.

The prospect of a new silicon-anode battery being introduced – tipped to be close to 100kWh in capacity – means it could offer a range far exceeding that of conventionally powered rivals, although its upright stature means it is unlikely to approach the slippery

 

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Looks dumb

Isn’t this just a revised EQB / GLB?

Please don’t do this … don’t try to destroy G legacy

Pretty sure you said this about the GLB

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