BMW is reportedly developing an adventure-focused rival to the iconic Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen as its new flagship off-roader, with production planned for 2029.
According to Automotive News, the new model – codenamed G74 – will be based on the BMW X5 SUV and manufactured at the same US factory in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
When approached by CarExpert, BMW wouldn’t confirm the vehicle, which Automotive News reports won’t serve as a volume seller, but instead provide a halo model for the brand like the current, performance-focused XM SUV.
Heading off-road also brings BMW into a potentially lucrative sector, given the high transaction prices for the G-Wagen.
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