BMW Throws Down the Gauntlet to the “Gelandewagen”

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BMW Throws Down the Gauntlet to the “Gelandewagen”

Behind the scenes of the automotive world, quiet but deliberate work is underway on a project that could shake the luxury SUV hierarchy in 2029. BMW is reportedly preparing a new model, currently carrying the codename G74, aimed squarely at competing with none other than the legendary Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

Production is slated to begin in the second half of 2029, with the newcomer set to occupy the market position currently held by the hybrid BMW XM. While Mercedes has built its icon on a body-on-frame chassis with three fully locking differentials, BMW is taking a different path. The G74 will use a unibody structure and independent rear suspension — a setup that leans toward comfort and on-road refinement, though BMW promises to add serious off-road capability enhancements.

The platform will not be entirely new but derived from the next-generation BMW X5. Externally, the G74 is promised to adopt a boxier, more assertive design that will visually place it in the same breath as its most famous rival. As for the powertrain, early indications point to a hybrid system in line with BMW’s current electrification strategy.