Hummer EV SUV

The GMC Hummer EV SUV is a full-size electric off-roader that occupies a niche essentially of its own making: a luxury truck-based SUV priced near six figures with military-inspired styling and genuine technical ambition. Reviewers at MotorTrend and Car and Driver consistently highlight its Extract Mode air-suspension-aided CrabWalk diagonal driving capability and the 3X trim's 830-horsepower tri-motor powertrain as genuinely novel features rather than marketing novelties. It competes loosely with the Rivian R1S but skews heavier, more theatrical, and more expensive.

3X tri-motor produces 830 hp and hits 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds — exceptional for a vehicle weighing over 9,000 lbs

CrabWalk four-wheel steering mode and Extract Mode suspension lift enable off-road maneuverability that reviewers at MotorTrend confirmed works as advertised in real trail conditions

Watts to Freedom launch-control mode on the 3X delivers repeatable, consistent acceleration runs without notable power fade

Removable roof panels and open-air driving experience are a distinctive feature not offered by any direct EV competitor

Ultifi-based 13.4-inch infotainment system with Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance is among the more capable setups in GM's lineup

EPA-rated 303 miles of range on both trims is modest relative to the price point; real-world range drops considerably when driving at highway speeds or using four-wheel drive aggressively

Curb weight exceeding 9,000 lbs makes handling ponderous on-road and causes significant tire wear, a concern noted by Car and Driver long-term testers

Starting price of $98,845 for the 2X and $106,945 for the 3X places it well above the Rivian R1S and Ford F-150 Lightning, with interior material quality that reviewers note does not fully justify the premium

Charging infrastructure for a vehicle with this energy demand remains a practical limitation; DC fast charging is capped at 350 kW but real-world sustained rates are often lower

Mercedes-Benz

G 580 EQ

G 580 with EQ Technology

The Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology is a fully electric reimagining of the iconic G-Class, priced at $161,525 and targeting buyers who want off-road credibility alongside EV performance. It retains the boxy silhouette and ladder-frame heritage of its combustion counterpart while adding a quad-motor powertrain producing 579 hp. Reviewers at outlets like MotorTrend and Car and Driver have singled out its 'G-Turn' tank-steering function and the surprising agility that comes from torque vectoring across all four wheels as the most distinctive traits setting it apart in the luxury electric SUV segment.

Quad-motor torque vectoring enables a 'G-Turn' pivot-steering mode that can rotate the vehicle nearly in place, a unique off-road and demonstration feature with no direct equivalent among competitors

579 hp delivers a 4.6-second 0-60 mph time that is notably quick for a vehicle weighing over 6,000 lbs

Retains the G-Class's body-on-frame construction and three locking differentials, preserving genuine off-road capability rather than relying solely on motor torque fill

Interior quality matches or exceeds the combustion G-Class, with Mercedes' latest MBUX infotainment and high-grade materials consistent with the six-figure price point

Iconic, unchanged exterior silhouette means it carries strong brand recognition and resale desirability in the luxury market

239-mile EPA range is modest for a $161,525 vehicle, falling well short of rivals like the Rivian R1S (up to 321 miles) and GMC Hummer EV (329 miles in some configurations)

Curb weight exceeding 6,000 lbs creates real-world efficiency penalties and means brake and tire wear rates that reviewers note are higher than lighter luxury EVs

A single trim at $161,525 leaves no entry point for buyers seeking the G-Class experience at a lower cost, and the price premium over the gasoline G 550 is substantial

DC fast charging is capped at 200 kW, which is adequate but not class-leading, and the large battery pack means charge stops can still be lengthy on long trips

	GMC Hummer EV SUV	Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology
Body type	SUV	SUV
Trims	2	1
Starting price	$98,845	$161,525
Max EPA range	303 mi	239 mi
Max power	830 hp	579 hp
Quickest 0–60	3.5 s	4.6 s
Federal tax credit	Not eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Dual-Motor AWD Tri-Motor AWD	Quad-Motor AWD
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GMC Hummer EV SUV vs. Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology