Last year, when Mercedes-Benz launched the first-ever electric G-Class, the hopes were high as the car debuted with numerous capabilities, including a 360-degree spin. However, the Mercedes G-Wagon electric seems to have become a flop, per the latest online reports.

Read below the reason behind the dismal sales of the electric G580 EQ SUV.

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Mercedes G-Wagon Electric - Low sales

A latest report published by the German publication Handelsblatt, the electric G-Wagon has turned out to be a complete flop for the company. Since its launch last April, the company has sold only 1,450 units of the G580 EQ in the European car market.

Moreover, the EV-crazy Chinese market has brought only 58 units of the G-Wagon EV. Meanwhile, the South Korean sales figure stands at 61 units, which is equally dismal as the Chinese sales numbers.

In comparison, the ICE G-Wagon sold more than 9,700 units worldwide within the same time frame.

The poor sales just keep on getting worse. In fact, the German carmaker has now decided to sell the upcoming “baby G-Class” only with the petrol or diesel engine options.

Speaking to the German publication, a Mercedes-Benz executive stated, “The car is a complete flop. It is lying at dealerships like a lead”. Affirming this statement, another company insider told the publication that “Its sales have been low, it is a niche product”.

Mercedes G-Wagon Electric - Why is it a flop?

The main reason behind the low sales of the G-Wagon Electric is its mediocre packaging. While it looks equally stunning as the ICE model, it does not perform as promised in the paper.

The main reason why a luxury car owner opts for an electric car is its long range, spacious cabin, and comfortable experience. The G580 EQ has similar space to the ICE sibling; it offers the same features, and there is no flat floor, which is a trademark of EVs.

The cherry on the top of the cake is its poor 473 km WLTP-claimed range, which depletes in the real world if it is used with its full potential. Speaking to the publication, a Mercedes official said, “People want six and eight cylinders in their G-Class”.

Therefore, paying a big chunk of money for an electric G-Wagon does not seem reasonable to a lot of buyers. Hence, continuously low sales volume.

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Mercedes G-Wagon Electric - Battery specs

Powering the new G-Wagon electric is a 116 kWh battery, which is mated to the trademark EQ technology of Mercedes-Benz. 

Sending the power to all four wheels via four electric motors, the G-Wagon electric makes 579 bhp of peak power and 1,164 Nm of peak torque. 

It supports rapid charging, and by using a 200 kW DC fast charger, it can be charged 10-80% in just 32 minutes. Meanwhile, with an 11 kW AC charger, 0-100% charging takes around 12 hours. 

Our conclusion

The Mercedes G-Wagon has been one of the most iconic and popular SUVs around the globe. Made specifically for the Middle East for the first time, the G-Wagon has turned the tables for rivals like the Range Rover Defender. However, its electric iteration could not stand on its promised value and has become a flop. 

Source: Handlesblatt

FAQs

1. What is the price of the Mercedes G-Wagon Electric in the UAE?

The price of a new Mercedes G-Wagon Electric starts from AED 825,900 (without VAT).

2. What is the range of the Mercedes G-Wagon Electric?

The WLTP-claimed range of the Mercedes G-Wagon Electric is 473 km.

3. Is the Mercedes G-Wagon Electric better than the G63 AMG?

No, the G63 AMG offers better performance than the Mercedes G-Wagon Electric.