Could this be the new G?

[Submariner]

2006 Mercedes Benz G-Class Spy Photos
by Przemek Lis
edited 07-20-2005

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We are receiving conflicting reports from our sources regarding the new 2006 G-Class.  It has been suggested that these spy photos are actually a larger version of the new M-Class dubbed the MLX and not the G-Class.  If true, this would help clarify the model position of this SUV which clearly shows more resemblance to the M-Class than the G-Class.  Previously we reported the MLX-Class or MLK name to be reserved for the smaller SUV Mercedes is currently developing to compete with BMW's X3.  But with this new knowledge perhaps MLK (ala SLK) would be more appropriate and possibly the nomenclature strategy Mercedes is pursuing.  Nevertheless, this alleged MLX will be based on the same R-Class/M-Class platform and will have 3 rows of seats, air suspension and same engines as the M-Class in addition to the new AMG 6.3 liter V8 engine with 510 hp.  To be built alongside the M-Class and R-Class at the Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant, look for a Detroit debut in January and sales starting shortly after. If it is branded as a MLX then pricing could be only $5,000 to $10,000 more than the M-Class and if it's branded as a G-Class replacement expect pricing to be $15,000 to $20,000 over the M-Class.

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I think it wouls make a nice addition to the M-class, but I still hope they continue building an updated, but nmot completly changed G-class.  

[giant_mtb]

Not very striking...but that may be just because of the camo.

[ifcar]

The R-Class already fills their premium SUV-with-space niche, they should keep the G-Class distinct.

[BMWDave]

The R-Class already fills their premium SUV-with-space niche, they should keep the G-Class distinct.

I fully agree.  The G Class has a rugged heritage that shouldnt be tampered with.  The car is almost an icon unto itself.

[ifcar]

And, more importantly, its heritage lets them sell a few hundred a year at grossly inflated prices. And MB needs that sort of profit.

[BMWDave]

And, more importantly, its heritage lets them sell a few hundred a year at grossly inflated prices. And MB needs that sort of profit.

Very true.  Even with its inflated price, it could be the most appealing Mercedes today.

[CaseyNPham]

Looks too... soft. Anything with the G name should be bold IMO

[R33 GT-R]

I sure hope it's not snagglepuss, I like the hard edged one myself.  Don't change it Benz.

[JYODER240]

It kind of reminds me of a Toyota Highlander.

[sportyaccordy]

Yea they should keep the G as is. And Land Rover should bring back the Defender.

I still hate SUV's by the way.

[BMWDave]

Yea they should keep the G as is. And Land Rover should bring back the Defender.

I still hate SUV's by the way.

Land Rover still makes the Defender, it just isnt brought to the US.

[TBR]

There is no way that MB would replaced the G with this blob.  

[R33 GT-R]

Yea they should keep the G as is. And Land Rover should bring back the Defender.

I still hate SUV's by the way.

Land Rover still makes the Defender, it just isnt brought to the US.

Oh how I love the Defender....

[R33 GT-R]

I have seen a red Defender here in town, next time I see him I'll ask him when it came in.

[Submariner]

I have seen a red Defender here in town, next time I see him I'll ask him when it came in.

A guy I know in Boston imports Defenders.  He has like 15.

Copley motor cars

[BMWDave]

Yea they should keep the G as is. And Land Rover should bring back the Defender.

I still hate SUV's by the way.

Land Rover still makes the Defender, it just isnt brought to the US.

Oh how I love the Defender....

I also love Defenders....back when we bought the Disco, we were thinking of getting one, but they were too expensive  

They go for a LOT of money now.

[R33 GT-R]

how much were they when you looked at them?

[R33 GT-R]

I like this one, 22k.

[BMWDave]

how much were they when you looked at them?

Like 60K.

[BMWDave]

I like this one, 22k.

Thats a great deal....Defenders are indestructible, basically   They are truly amazing cars.

[R33 GT-R]

This one has custom imported seats so all your friends can come along.  

[BMWDave]

This one has custom imported seats so all your friends can come along.  

Regular Defenders come with 4 seats also, though probably not as comfortable as those.

Here are some funny pictures I found:

Nothing happened to the Defender.

[BMWDave]

Check out this car...this is quite the looker B)

[R33 GT-R]

That's a 110 isn't it?

I know the 90s have the small jumpseats, but as you stated these look like they are much more comfortable.

[R33 GT-R]

regular

[BMWDave]

That's a 110 isn't it?

I know the 90s have the small jumpseats, but as you stated these look like they are much more comfortable.

Yea, its a 110.

[BMWDave]

regular

I dont anyone would be too comfortable back there, even in the other one B)

But still, you can take the top off the soft top ones and the people in back would have a blast.  

[BMWDave]

R33, get this one

[R33 GT-R]

Yea, without the top cruising the beach or the french quarter during Mardi Gras would be nice.  I don't know of many who would want to be back there if off roading though.  A good hard hit would throw them onto the hood.  Well at least you could have the spare tire mounted there for them to grab hold of before going under the frontend.  

[R33 GT-R]

R33, get this one

lol, me doing a ride along with Catman waiting for speeders.