According to a current Auto Bild article, the G-Class W463 will receive a large model maintenance from 2016 (model year 2017), while the W461 series will remain almost unchanged. With the most important data on the W463 facelift: width increase by 10 cm. Significant weight reduction by 375 kg; new frame construction made of aluminium. Multi-link front axle with lower and upper crossbars. Engines: Diesel as R6 with 313 hp, gasoline as R6 with 367 hp and 4.0 l V8 with 462 hp as well as an AMG-Varian 9-speed automatic. Electric power steering. Edged silhouette with almost vertical windows and steep rear flap is maintained. Adaptive LED matrix light. Moving air guide blinds. Numerous assistance systems as well as head-up display available. The G-Class is to be built up to at least 2027.