Power for the new G-class is expected to come from a variety of powerplants, including a 4.6-liter V-8 with around 325 horsepower, and an optional 5.5-liter V-8 with over 400 hp. A diesel option for the U.S. is likely, as is an AMG version that should pack close to 500 horsepower when it arrives.

IT also says it will be built out of alabama. Goobye original G.....
http://www.caranddriver.com/article.asp?section_id=29&article_id=9503

I've allways had a soft spot for the current model.

That sucks...

The current G will go down in history as something equivalent to the old toyota land cruisers...classic.