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Just a couple of months after our first fuzzy sighting of the new Mercedes-AMG G-Class 4x4² and our man with the long lens was finally able to get a clear shot of the wildest version of the SUV so far. Beyond concealing its front and rear logos, the muscled up G-Class has nothing else to hide providing us with an early look at the new model ahead of its expected debut later this year. [Updated 7/17/2020] The Mercedes-Benz G500 / G550 4x4² won’t remain a one-off as these fresh spy shots suggest a successor to the extremely capable off-roader is on the way. Mercedes-AMG plans to release a new 4x4² model based on the latest-generation G-Class and these are the first clear images of the new model. The next-generation G500 / G550 4x4² doesn't seem like a big secret anymore as our photographers were able to shoot it from a close distance this time. It's pretty clear we’re looking at the new G-Class 4x4² as the undisguised prototype features portal axles and massive wheels for a huge ground clearance. In addition, it looks very similar to its predecessor minus the all-new LED headlights and taillights, and the redesigned interior. See Also: Mercedes-AMG G550 4×4² Turns The Woods Into Its Own Catwalk These photos do not provide us with a look inside the cabin but they do show that Mercedes is testing accessories such as the massive roof rack with two integrated LED light bars at the front, a rear-mounted spare wheel and who knows what else. Other changes compared to the regular 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class include the extra-wide wheel arches and side steps, as well as new front and rear bumpers - with a steel extension at the back. It remains to be seen whether the automaker will continue to badge the off-roader as the G500 4x4² in Europe and G550 4x4² in North America or switch to a Mercedes-AMG G63 4x4² designation. There’s no official information regarding the powertrain but we all know it’s going to feature the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 unit found in most Mercedes-AMG models nowadays. The only question is the power plant’s state of tune. In the previous-generation model, the 4.0-liter V8 made 425 PS (416 HP) and 610 Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. That’s exactly what the current G500 / G550 makes but wouldn’t it be more appropriate for the new 4x4² range-topper to get the G63’s version of the 4.0-liter V8 that makes 585 PS (577 HP) and 849 Nm (627 lb-ft) of torque? [gallery ids="2069054,2069053,2069052,2069051,2069050,2069049,2069048,2069047,2069046,2069045,2069044,2069043,2069042,2069041,2069040,2037939,2037940,2037941,2037942,2037943,2037944,2037945,2037946,2037947,2037948"] Photo credits: S. Baldauf/SB-Medien for CarScoops