Forty-five years ago, Mercedes-Benz introduced the Geländewagen, which was immediately shortened to G-Wagen. Some years later, it was properly integrated into Mercedes’ product lineup as the G-Class.
What we tested: Newsweek test drove a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox in Radiant Red Tintcoat for this review. The car had a sticker price of $35,000 with an included destination charge of $1,955.
Nota bene, constant reader, because you’re about to read something rather uncommon: I’m going to complain about our yearlong Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD crew van.