Mercedes-Benz Gifts Custom Electric G-Class to 'League of Legends' Star Uzi
In celebration of his induction into the ‘League of Legends’ “Hall of Legends.”
Summary
- Mercedes-Benz gifted League of Legends icon Uzi a custom electric G-Class for his Hall of Legends induction
- The G 580 EQ features a Kalahari gold magno finish and personalized MANUFAKTUR details
- A custom artwork depicting Uzi in Shanghai was also created to commemorate the moment
Mercedes-Benz has honored Chinese esports legend Jian “Uzi” Zìháo with a one-of-a-kind electric G-Class to celebrate his induction into the League of Legends Hall of Legends. As the second-ever inductee, following Korean superstar Faker, Uzi was recognized for his extraordinary career and influence on the global gaming community.
Built on the new G 580 with EQ Technology platform, Uzi’s vehicle was handcrafted through Mercedes’ exclusive MANUFAKTUR program. It features a distinctive Kalahari gold magno finish, engraved “Hall of Legends” interior details and bespoke elements reflecting Uzi’s legacy. It is also the first electric G-Class of its kind in China.
In addition to the car, Mercedes-Benz collaborated with a design studio to create a custom artwork showing Uzi in his hometown of Shanghai alongside his new G-Class, complete with Easter eggs from his career. This collaboration is part of Mercedes-Benz’s ongoing partnership with Riot Games, which includes support for major tournaments like Worlds and MSI, as well as the newly launched Hall of Legends initiative.
