Mercedes-Benz Baby G SUV to debut with unique design, electric option likely: Report

Share via: Underneath, the “Baby G” won’t use the rugged ladder-frame chassis of its sibling, but a more urban-friendly architecture. …Read More Where the G-Class thrives as a luxury off-roader, the Baby G looks set to aim for a very different audience. View Personalised Offers on Check Offers Mercedes-Benz has finally lifted the lid on one of its most talked-about projects in recent times, the so-called “Baby G.” While the name might suggest a scaled-down version of the legendary G-Class, the German carmaker insists this upcoming SUV will not simply be a shrunken clone of its boxy icon. The G-Class has carved out a reputation few SUVs can match: old-school ladder-frame toughness wrapped in luxury, and a design that hasn’t bowed to trends. But trying to copy-paste that formula into a smaller package risks diluting its identity. Mercedes seems well aware of this, which is why the Baby G is being positioned as a stand-alone product, one that might borrow design cues from the G-Wagen but won’t live in its shadow. Also Read : Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV teased at IAA Mobility ahead of 2026 reveal Built for a different worldWhere the G-Class thrives as a luxury off-roader, the Baby G looks set to aim for a very different audience. Underneath, it won’t use the rugged ladder-frame chassis of its sibling, but a more urban-friendly architecture, a report by Motor1 stated. Think compact dimensions, easier everyday usability, but with just enough design muscle to still feel like part of the “G” family. It’s a calculated move: capture the aspirational value of the G badge without forcing it into a role it wasn’t meant to play. An electric twist on the horizon?The timing of this project also matters. Mercedes is in the middle of an EV push, and the Baby G could well arrive with an all-electric drivetrain. If that happens, it would put the SUV right in the thick of a market that increasingly demands luxury, compactness and zero-emissions all at once. An electric Baby G would also help Mercedes court a younger set of buyers who want the brand’s iconic design in a package more aligned with urban lifestyles. Also Read : Mercedes-Benz GLS AMG Line launched at ₹1.4 crore Expanding the ‘G’ legacyWhat Mercedes is essentially doing is stretching the reach of the G family. The G-Class will remain the untouchable icon, but the Baby G could become the entry point for those who’ve admired it from afar. Whether it strikes that delicate balance between homage and originality will decide if the Baby G becomes a genuine hit—or just another SUV with a big name attached. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 10 Sept 2025, 08:28 am IST
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