Off-road, those four dedicated motors enable virtual difflock – essentially the G 580 uses intelligent torque vectoring to dynamically send power to each wheel, providing consistent traction and keeping the car moving steadily across shifting, soft and uneven terrain.
The coil spring suspension and adaptive dampers make light work of Scotland’s worst potholes and the steering feels quick and precise, though the sheer weight of the G 580 is soon felt on winding trails, where the ride can get uncomfortably bumpy.
The G 580’s 116kWh battery promises a range of 283 miles and officially does around 2.2 miles per kWh.
The electric G 580 is a car that can ford streams, crawl up steep muddy inclines on autopilot and turn 360-degrees on the spot, not because that’s especially useful on the school run, but because it’s ridiculously good fun.
Clamber upwards into the cabin and you’ll feel every penny of the G 580’s starting price, with high-quality materials and plush seats for driver and passengers.
