Mercedes hints of G-Class Cabriolet SUV under testing

The rough and ready off-roader has been around for nearly 50 years and is currently available with petrol, diesel and electric powertrains.

Mercedes has revealed that it is testing prototype versions of the G-Class SUV in Cabriolet guise.

The G-Class has become a status symbol for the German firm, after being in production for nearly 50 years. It remains one of the most capable off-roaders on the market, and is accompanied by petrol, diesel and electric setups.

There are no details on the G-Class Cabriolet’s powertrain, but it’s likely to use the same 3.0-litre in-line six-cylinder diesel or 3.0-litre in-line six-cylinder petrol, which both use mild-hybrid technology and can be found in the standard models.

Exterior images of the car show that the Cabriolet will feature an electric fol