BRABUS launches 800-hp G-Wagen cabrio that promise open-air luxury with off-road brute force
Published on Nov 24, 2025 at 3:39 PM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody
Last updated on Nov 24, 2025 at 3:39 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
The BRABUS 800 G-Wagen cabrio enters the luxury SUV market with an open roof, high output, and off-road capability that place it in a very small group of performance models.
It is derived from the Mercedes AMG G 63 and uses added structural components to support the cabrio conversion.
The work includes extra steel bracing, a reshaped folding roof system, and updates that maintain the overall proportions of the G-Class.
It marks a rare shift for a platform that is usually produced only as a closed-body SUV.
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Inside the G-Wagen cabrio build
The G-Wagen cabrio uses reinforced sections and a new soft top designed to operate with the stability expected from a luxury SUV.
The roof opens and closes at the press of a button and anchors to a strengthened windshield frame and a steel roll bar behind the cabin.
Testing included long-duration vibration procedures and a rollover assessment that applies to low-volume production.
These changes allow the cabrio layout to function within the limits of everyday use.
The G-Wagen cabrio uses the BRABUS 800 twin turbo V8 rated at 588 kilowatts and 1,000 newton meters.
The road-focused model runs on 24-inch wheels, firmer springs, and a setup intended for paved surfaces.
It reaches 100kmh in 4.0 seconds with a controlled top speed of 240kmh.
Side exit exhaust outlets remain one of the clearer visual differences from the standard G-Class.
The XL version of the G-Wagen cabrio is built for off-road driving and adopts portal axles that raise ground clearance to 47.9 centimeters.
It uses 22-inch wheels with all-terrain tires and records a 4.6-second 0 to 100kmh time with a limited top speed that reflects the tire rating.
Wider body sections and carbon panels cover the off-road components and produce a broader stance.
The interior of each G-Wagen cabrio follows the Masterpiece specification with patterned stitching, ventilated seat sections, and color combinations unique to each model.
Carbon trim appears across key areas, and the cabin also includes illuminated sills and metal pedals.
A new space for luxury SUV custom builds
The G-Wagen cabrio enters a part of the luxury SUV market that focuses on low production numbers and specialized engineering.
BRABUS has produced similar projects across the BRABUS 800 lineup, and the cabrio continues this approach with a format rarely applied to the G-Class.
The additional structure, open roof design, and off-road package of the XL version show how the platform can be reshaped for different uses.
For buyers who follow limited production performance vehicles, the G-Wagen cabrio adds another option to a category that usually concentrates on enclosed off-road luxury SUV models.
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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. With a background in automotive journalism, he has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. In addition to his writing, Callum also heads up PR and communications, helping to build and strengthen partnerships within the industry. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.