🔋 Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX: Electric Brute, Radical Redesign, Rapid Charging
Debut of the Revolutionary Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX Clad in Vibrant Orange Hue
By Patrick Broich, Affalterbach
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX unveiled at the automotive street food festival in Affalterbach tosses tradition aside, signaling a new era. With an electrifying 1,341 horsepower, sleek aerodynamics, and revolutionary battery technology, this electric super sedan is set to redefine high-performance electric driving. Let's dive into the details of this game-changer.
Unleashing the beast
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX roars with its three compact axial flux electric motors. Ingeniously developed by British electric motor specialist Yasa now part of Mercedes, these motors pack a punch in a compact form. The two rear motors and one front motor deliver an exhilarating driving experience with full-time all-wheel drive. The front motor engages only in hard driving for extra power, trampling the asphalt under its tire treads. During normal driving, the front motor decouples to revert to rear-wheel drive, offering an efficient leg-up for everyday driving.
Top-speed terrors
A performance powerhouse, the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX revs up to a top speed beyond 223 miles per hour, prowling on the edge of supersonic speeds.
Compact, mighty axial flux motors
The magic behind the motors lies in their design. Axial flux electric motors generate electromagnetic flux parallel to their axis of rotation, boosting efficiency. This design makes the motors smaller, reducing their impact on packaging efficiency and improving overall performance. They're crafted to withstand the test of pace, with each High Performance Electric Drive Unit (HP.EDU) housing motors, compact planetary gearsets, inverters, and oil pumps for cooling.
The powerhouse within
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX is armed with a state-of-the-art battery, designed by Mercedes-AMG's Formula 1 team. This powerhouse uses cylindrical cells with NCMA (nickel, cobalt, manganese, aluminum) chemistry, operates at over 800 volts, and supports peak charging power above 850 kW. With its cutting-edge design and chemistries, the battery pack charges in mere minutes, shattering traditional electric vehicle charging times and bringing efficiency closer to refueling.
Streamlined grace
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX flaunts a streamlined, coupe-like silhouette, with a very low drag coefficient of 0.198. It boasts flush door handles, active 21-inch aero wheels that open to cool brakes and close for aerodynamic perfection, luminescent paint segments on the side sills that glow, and six circular LED taillights. The car's active airbrake and large rear spoiler round out the design, enhancing both efficiency and aggressive looks.
A cockpit crafted for speed
The interior of the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX is as radical as its exterior. The minimalist, driver-focused cockpit features a 10.25-inch instrument cluster, a 14-inch infotainment screen, a compact steering wheel inspired by the AMG ONE hypercar, and lightweight carbon fiber seats. This interior layout seamlessly blends performance and sophistication while keeping the focus on the driver.
Cutting-edge architecture
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX debuts the AMG.EA electric architecture, optimized to reduce the weight penalties of large batteries through smart use of aluminum, steel, and fiber composites. As one of the company's flagships, production is expected to replace the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe with its inline-six and V8 engines in the near future.
A new dawn for premium electric performance
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX reinforces the potential of electric super sedans and signifies luxury automakers' commitment to advancing electromobility technology. It showcases standout features like powerful axial flux motors, rapid charging capabilities, sleek aerodynamics, and pioneering lightweight design, which could set the standard for premium electric vehicle performance in the years to come. As electromobility innovation continues to flourish, the Concept GT XX's impressive specifications serve as a catalyst for excitement and improvement in the electric vehicle landscape.
Stay tuned for more revelations, as the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX paves the way for future generations of electric high-performance vehicles.
Source: ntv.de
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