1979
Mercedes-Benz G-Class G-Wagen W460 230
The original G-Wagen was designed for military use and only reluctantly offered as a civilian vehicle. Its three differential locks, ladder-frame chassis, and 230 mm ground clearance made it genuinely capable in terrain that would stop other SUVs.
Military-derived 4×4
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 2.3L M115 I4 |
| Horsepower | 90 hp |
| Torque | 177 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | 4WD (full-time) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| MSRP Range | DM 35,000 (Germany, 1979) |