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

Tesla

Dual-Motor AWD

Plaid

Model X

The Tesla Model X occupies a narrow niche as a high-performance, full-size electric SUV with seating for up to seven. Now in its refreshed second-generation form, it draws consistent praise from outlets like Car and Driver and MotorTrend for its falcon-wing rear doors and over-the-air software ecosystem, while reviewers repeatedly flag its steep pricing and polarizing minimalist interior. The Plaid trim's 1,020-hp tri-motor setup makes it one of the quickest three-row SUVs ever tested, a fact that tends to dominate first-drive coverage.

Plaid trim delivers a verified 0–60 mph in 2.5 seconds, making it among the fastest production SUVs by that metric

Dual-Motor AWD trim offers 348 miles of EPA-rated range, competitive for a large three-row SUV

Falcon-wing rear doors provide genuinely easier third-row access in tight parking spaces, a distinction noted in Edmunds and MotorTrend long-term tests

Supercharger network access remains one of the most reliable DC fast-charging infrastructures in North America

Over-the-air updates regularly add or refine features, with reviewers noting meaningful improvements delivered post-purchase

Entry price of $84,990 for the base Dual-Motor trim positions it above most direct competitors, including the Rivian R1S and Mercedes EQS SUV at comparable configurations

The yoke steering wheel, standard on refreshed models, drew criticism from Car and Driver and InsideEVs testers for being awkward in low-speed and parking maneuvers

Plaid's performance comes with a range penalty, dropping to 326 miles EPA versus 348 miles in the less powerful Dual-Motor trim

Cabin quality and fit-and-finish have been flagged by Edmunds owner reviews as inconsistent relative to the vehicle's price point

	Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology	Tesla Model X
Body type	SUV	SUV
Trims	1	2
Starting price	$161,525	$84,990
Max EPA range	239 mi	348 mi
Max power	579 hp	1,020 hp
Quickest 0–60	4.6 s	2.5 s
Federal tax credit	Not eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Quad-Motor AWD	Dual-Motor AWD Tri-Motor AWD
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Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology vs. Tesla Model X