The Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology takes the familiar G-Class shape in a very different direction. It is a pure battery-electric four-wheel-drive vehicle, using four individually controlled electric motors rather than a combustion engine, plug-in hybrid system or range-extender. That makes it one of the most unusual luxury EVs now available to Australian buyers: an electric off-roader with a distinctive, boxy body and a serious performance brief.
It is also a specialist purchase. The G 580 is expensive, heavy and designed for buyers who want a G-Class first and an EV second. Mercedes-Benz Australia lists 432kW, a 116kWh battery, a 473km WLTP claimed range and a 29-minute 10–80% DC charging figure. Here is the current Australian picture, with pricing and specifications checked on 27 October 2026.
The header and body images in this article are Mercedes-Benz global press images. Visible overseas plates, pictured vehicle equipment and market specification may differ from Australian vehicles; the cockpit image is separately identified as left-hand drive.
Mercedes-Benz G 580 price in Australia
| Australian model | Price basis | Drive system | Maximum output | 0–100km/h claim |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology | $249,900 before on-road costs | Four-motor all-wheel drive | 432kW | 4.7 seconds |
The $249,900 figure is an Australian before-on-road-costs starting-price basis, not a national drive-away offer. State charges, registration, dealer delivery, options and any local campaign will affect the final figure.
That price places the G 580 well beyond an ordinary family SUV. It is a luxury, highly capable off-road vehicle with a unique electric powertrain, and the final purchase decision should include a state-specific quote as well as the cost of selected accessories and tyres. The electric conversion keeps the upright G-Class silhouette but introduces a closed grille treatment and a front design box where a conventional spare-wheel-style storage idea would not be expected.
Mercedes-Benz global press image. The pictured vehicle, overseas plate and options may differ from Australian specification.
Battery, range and charging
The G 580 uses a 116kWh lithium-ion battery. Its 473km WLTP figure is a laboratory range claim, so it is useful for comparing EVs but should not be read as a guaranteed journey distance. Speed, weather, terrain, tyre choice, passenger load and cabin climate settings all matter, and an off-road trip can have very different energy demands from a highway drive.
| Charging or range detail | Current Australian claim |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 116kWh |
| Claimed range | 473km WLTP |
| Maximum AC charging power | 11kW |
| Maximum DC charging power | Up to 200kW |
| DC charging time | 10–80% in 29 minutes |
| Top speed | 180km/h |
The 29-minute DC result is Mercedes-Benz’s current 10–80% manufacturer claim. Charger output, battery temperature, starting charge level and conditions can change the result, so plan a trip around the available network rather than a peak-rate number alone.
For a vehicle of this size, a useful long-distance routine is usually to arrive with enough charge in reserve, use a reliable high-power charger and continue once the charging rate begins to taper. For help with public networks, connectors and the practical language around charging stops, read evee’s State of Charge guide to Australia’s EV charging networks.
Mercedes-Benz global press image showing the front design box and charging cable. Equipment and market details may differ from Australian specification.
What makes the electric G-Class different off road?
Instead of one motor driving through a traditional transfer case, the G 580 has four independently controllable motors. Mercedes-Benz uses that layout to support torque control at each wheel and electric-specific functions including G-TURN and G-STEERING. These are specialised off-road aids for suitable loose-surface conditions, not public-road features to be used casually.
The headline performance is substantial: 432kW and a 4.7-second 0–100km/h claim. But the more relevant point for an off-roader is control at low speed. Current Australian launch information quotes 850mm of water-wading ability, putting the G 580’s capability into a different category from an electric SUV designed mainly for sealed roads. Drivers should still assess water crossings, surface conditions, recovery requirements and local access rules rather than relying on a specification number.
Mercedes-Benz global press image. The pictured vehicle, overseas plate and options may differ from Australian specification.
Cabin, luggage and towing context
The G 580 remains a five-seat luxury SUV with a tall seating position and a squared-off rear. Current Australian reporting lists 555 litres of luggage capacity and a 2,000kg braked towing claim. Those figures are useful for buyers who need to carry camping equipment or tow, but they are not a substitute for checking the exact ordered vehicle, towbar approval, towball download and the owner documentation before committing to a trailer.
The cabin keeps the G-Class’s upright character while adding the current Mercedes-Benz digital interface and model-specific electric functions. The global cockpit image below is intentionally identified as left-hand drive. It shows the layout and displays, but it is not an Australian right-hand-drive cabin image, and local trim and option details should be confirmed with the retailer.
Mercedes-Benz global press image of a left-hand-drive cockpit. Australian steering position, options and specifications may differ.
Who should consider the G 580 with EQ Technology?
The G 580 is not an efficiency-led alternative to a mainstream electric SUV. It is for the buyer who values G-Class presence, off-road engineering and rapid performance, has access to dependable charging and accepts the price and running-cost implications of a large, powerful four-motor EV. Its WLTP claim and up-to-200kW DC charging make it viable for longer sealed-road trips, but its size and weight should be considered carefully for city use.
Buyers who need six seats and a different kind of performance-focused electric SUV can compare that brief with evee’s Kia EV9 GT guide. The G 580 is a much more specialised vehicle: its strongest case is not simply that it is electric, but that it translates a distinctive off-road icon to a battery-electric drivetrain without abandoning the underlying G-Class purpose.
If you are still comparing body styles, budgets and charging needs, browse and compare electric cars with evee. It is a practical way to move from headline specifications to a shortlist that fits the way you drive.
Pricing and specifications in this article were checked against Mercedes-Benz Australia and current Australian reporting on 27 October 2026. Confirm the latest price, equipment, delivery timing and towing approval with an authorised Mercedes-Benz retailer.
