Mercedes-Benz updated one of its most legendary vehicles - and it looks impressive

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Mercedes-Benz's G-Wagon is the oldest model series the brand still produces.

• Mercedes-Benz revealed its 2018 G-Series SUV on Monday.
• While the exterior hasn't changed much, some of the interior and internal features are new.
• The SUV has been revamped to improve off-road handling and limit distractions for the driver.

Mercedes-Benz's G-Wagon (the car was rebranded as the G-Series in 1998, but many fans still use its original name) has been one of the brand's signature vehicles since it made its debut in 1979.

The SUV has served a variety of uses - from transporting military and government employees to protecting the pope - and has become one of Mercedes-Benz's most profitable vehicles as SUVs have taken a larger share of American car sales.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the 2018 model on Monday. While its boxy exterior is largely unchanged, the G-Wagon has received interior updates designed to keep it competitive with other high-end vehicles.

Here's what you can expect from the new G-Wagon.