“Having supplied three generations of transfer cases for Mercedes-Benz’s iconic off-roader, Magna is honored to now equip this legendary vehicle with its first generation of electric units,” said Diba Ilunga, President of Magna Powertrain. “The eDS Duo demonstrates Magna’s flexible approach to delivering powertrain solutions, transitioning seamlessly from internal combustion engines to battery electric vehicles.”

A 2-speed, dual e-motor drive covering a power range of up to 240 kW, the eDS Duo offers what’s claimed to be leading traction and off-road capabilities, including a unique wheel-individual propulsion system that enables things such as the “G-Turn,” allowing the vehicle to rotate 360 degrees in place. “With optimized efficiency and advanced silicon carbide and decoupling technology, the eDS Duo delivers exceptional performance while maintaining high efficiency,” Magna said.