Mercedes has unveiled the E-Cell electric supercar, based on the . This is not a hybrid - the car does not emit a single gram of harmful substances into the atmosphere.
Instead of the standard 6.3-liter AMG V8 under the hood, the SLS E-Cell is equipped with four electric motors - one for each wheel. Together they produce 533 hp. and 880 Nm of torque, allowing the supercar to accelerate from zero to hundreds in 4 seconds.
The electrical installations are powered by lithium-ion polymer batteries, which are located under the hood, in the central tunnel and behind the rear seats, thereby allowing for optimal weight distribution along the axles.
The prototype's power reserve is still limited to a modest 200 km, and Mercedes does not report battery recharging time at all. For now, various electrical solutions will be tested on the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell and taken to exhibitions, but it is possible that by 2013 such a car could already be put into production.
Externally, the E-Cell is distinguished from the regular SLS AMG by a unique yellow Lumilectric Mango body paint, modified bumpers, an extended radiator grille, additional openings in the hood, LED headlights, an adjustable front splitter, as well as 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels. “shod” with tires measuring 265/35 and 295/30, respectively.
In addition, the electric supercar received a completely new front suspension and improved brakes, a new instrument panel and a 10-inch color display on the center console, and instead of the traditional automatic transmission selector, there are now only three buttons to control the transmission.
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell prototype 
Electric supercar Mercedes SLS AMG E-Cell 
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Moreover, in this case we are not talking specifically about this model, but about the so-called mule, or prototype, on which the body from another car was “dressed.” According to preliminary information, the presented sedan is used for road tests of a certain engine that will appear in the new SL-Class coupe in the future. It is known that the mule does not have an electric powertrain under the hood.
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The presence of an internal combustion engine is indicated by journalists who captured the German prototype on the roads. Representatives of foreign media noted that the car made quite loud, but at the same time “raucous” sounds. The latter indicates that the manufacturer has installed a fairly powerful gasoline engine on the concept. This theory is also supported by the presence of large brake pads that can be replaced in the photographs presented.
Photo: autoblog.com To date, no information has been received about the new generation of the Mercedes SL-Class coupe. Tobias Moss, head of the AMG division, noted in an interview with British media only that the German concern is currently developing this model. Note that the Mercedes SL-Class coupe in its current version entered world markets about seven years ago. According to rumors, the future model will be based on the MSA platform, which is currently used to create the new GT. The coupe also has a retractable roof made of soft fabric (the current version of the car has a folding roof), and two additional seats that will be installed in the rear.
According to unverified data, the new German coupe will be available in all-wheel drive. The car in the maximum configuration will be equipped with a 4-liter V8 biturbo engine. Now the Mercedes SL-Class is equipped with a choice of 4.7 and 5.5 liter engines. The new engine develops over 600 hp. power. And if Mercedes-Benz does not abandon its plans for the full electrification of AMG models on the future coupe, then the maximum engine output on this car will reach 800 hp. As a result, acceleration to the first 100 km/h for the German coupe will take less than three seconds (currently 3.7).
SL-Class Earlier it became known that Mercedes-Benz will introduce the next generation SL-Class in 2021. A modification from AMG will hit the market in a year. Currently, the German coupe is offered in Russia for 7.49 million rubles.
With the advent of the Mercedes-Benz F 015 concept with autonomous technology, public attention to such concept cars from the Mercedes company has increased significantly. But this new and exciting F 015 project is just the culmination of the German car brand's ongoing research and development. In fact, the Mercedes-Benz company has been building on the foundations of beautiful car concepts for many years. Dear readers, friends, in this article we invite you to consider the most interesting, in our opinion, concept projects of the Mercedes company, and at the same time find out what ultimately happened to some of them.
Mercedes W 118/119 (1958)
Long before the popular car model appeared, the auto company dreamed of creating its own small sedan. For this purpose, at the end of 1958, the W 118/119 auto concept was developed. Its developer was Ludwig Kraus, who later went to work for Volkswagen. It was he who continued to implement his mature ideas in the development of Audi cars.
Mercedes C-111 (1970)
The undisputed star of the automotive scene in the early 70s was the Mercedes C111 concept car. Based on this very concept, the company's engineers tested rotary engines. The power of the car at that time was 350 hp. Many experts believed that the design and execution of this concept indicated that it would soon appear in mass production. But in the end, due to the discovered shortcomings of the C111 in terms of its qualities, as well as problems with the engine, this car never became production. Later, this car became the basis for testing diesel engines.
Mercrdes ESF-13 (1972)
How to increase the protection and safety of passengers in a car? In 1972, this issue was very important for all automakers in general, not like today. At that time, there were no airbags in cars yet, and seat belts themselves were not so mandatory for equipping cars with them. To increase the safety of its products, the scientific and experimental department of the Mercedes company developed the ESF-13 concept car, which had a fairly rigid body and impact-resistant bumpers that softened the impact of an accident. At that time, it was assumed that this car would be supplied to the market.
Mercedes ESF-22 (1972-1973)
The ESF 22 concept car uses some elements of the car in its front end. This concept model was also developed for testing security systems. A total of 31 cars were produced. Some of the concept models were equipped with airbags.
Mercedes ESF 2009
For a long time, the Mercedes company did not produce ESF series car concepts. After a long break, namely in 2009, the ESF 2009 concept appears. This car concept served as the basic basis for a new generation of cars. This prototype car had an unusual airbag; it was located under the front axle and was activated specifically to protect pedestrians. This car concept also featured adaptive LED headlights, which are currently used in the production S-Class(e) cars.
Mercedes NAFA (1981-1982)
This unusual car was developed back in 1975, but the first batch of these prototypes appeared only in the early 80s of the last century. The car had a length of 2.5 meters, and the engine was 45 hp.
Mercedes Auto 2000 (1981)
In 1980, the German Federal Ministry of Transport commissioned the Mercedes company to develop an economical executive car, which was intended for the needs of the Government. The results of this development were demonstrated at the IAA exhibition in Frankfurt in 1981. In the same year, the Auto-2000 car model was introduced. Externally, the car looked like an S-Class in a hatchback body. It was equipped with a V8 twin-turbocharged engine, as well as a V6 diesel turbo engine. But the car never reached the production version. All the developments applied on this model were never further developed, with the exception of the technology for reducing aerodynamic air resistance.
Mercedes C112 (1991)
The name of this concept speaks for itself: - this Mercedes C112 was supposed to be an exclusive model, like the legendary C111 model. The car first appeared in public in 1991. The model used telescopic doors, a six-liter V12 engine, which later appeared on S-class cars. Unfortunately, this model "112" did not go into mass production. But, nevertheless, the “Active Control Body” system itself, which was installed on this concept car, began to be used in the future on many car models.
Mercedes F100 (1991)
Today you will no longer surprise anyone with radar detectors and video cameras, which are equipped with many modern cars. But in 1991, the installed cameras and parking sensors (parking sensors) on the Mercedes F100 concept seemed like some kind of fantasy. This machine was specially designed for research purposes. For example, on this car they tested both the function, the blind spot monitoring system, and the lane control system.
Mercedes Vision A93
This concept of a car became the predecessor of cars, although all the technologies that the first A-class car received were completely different. This concept model was developed in the 80s. The length of the car was 3.35 meters.
Mercedes Eco-Sprinter/Eco-Speedster (1993)year)
In 1993, Mercedes began developing microcars. Based on these new developments, the company's engineers created the Eco Sprinter (pictured) and Eco-Speedster car models.
Mercedes Vario (1995)
This is a project of a company to produce a modular car. Do you want a convertible, friends, or do you also need a station wagon? Then the best decision for you would be to purchase. In those years, many of the automobile companies strongly dreamed of creating a modular car that would include several types of bodies and which could be independently changed at their discretion. It was assumed that in order to change the body type, you had to contact the Mercedes technical center, where in a short time its specialists will use a module to change the body elements themselves, which will transform your car. But, unfortunately, this project faded away and remained on the shelf in the company’s technical department.
Mercedes F200 Imagination (1996)
The F200 became a design research project in 1996. Many design elements of the car were transferred to the new car model in 1999. But from the technical side of things, these developments never made it into production versions. For example, in this concept model, the company's engineers equipped the car with a steering wheel instead of a steering wheel, just like in an airplane.
Mercedes F-300 Life-Jet (1997)year)
The Mercedes company presented an unusual surprise to its fans, that is, it manufactured and presented its new F-300 Life-Jet concept car for viewing. This unusual three-wheeled concept car was a scooter with a cabin.
Mercedes F-400 Carving (2001)
This unusual concept car used a system for automatically changing the wheel camber angle, which changed depending on driving conditions. For example, when turning, the car could fold the wheels at a certain angle of inclination for ideal cornering at a sufficiently high speed.
Mercedes F-500 Mind (2003)
This is the development of a new R-Class concept car. True, the emphasis in this prototype was on the technology itself, and not on the design. For example, the car used a hybrid power plant, which was powered by a diesel engine and an electric motor. Also, instead of the gas and brake pedals, the car used electronic buttons. Among other things, this car was equipped with a night vision system and large monitors instead of the analog dashboard, which are currently in production. In the near future, the entire Mercedes lineup will use digital instrument panels instead of analog ones.
Mercedes Bionic Car (2005)
The unusual body shape of this model allowed engineers to achieve the highest possible aerodynamic drag coefficient, which was 0.19.
Mercedes F-600 Hygenius (2005)
For three decades, Mercedes has been busy developing a hydrogen car. Ten years ago, this German company showed its first concept car, the F-600, which ran on hydrogen fuel.
Mercedes F-700 (2007)
This car model did not receive an official name and was designated with symbols like the F-700. The car was equipped with an innovative 1.8-liter gasoline engine, in which the fuel ignited automatically, just like in a diesel engine. This machine was also equipped with a new innovative design for testing.
Mercedes W 123 Elektro (1982)
At the beginning of 1982, Mercedes-Benz began testing its. The first research model was based on and developed from the W123 station wagon. The machine was equipped with a DC electric motor with a power of 25 kW / 34 hp. and with a peak load of 32 kW / 44 hp. The electric motor was paired with a two-cylinder internal combustion engine, whose power was 14 hp. Batteries were installed in the luggage compartment of this car concept, which powered the electric power plant. The range of this concept car was 100 kilometers.
Mercedes 190 Elektro (1991/1992)
The first and all-electric Mercedes was released as a concept in 1991. The machine had a power of 123 kW and was based on the 190th model. The maximum speed of the car was 150 km/h.
Mercedes BlueZero (2009)
Before the appearance of B-class cars in 2010, Mercedes engineers developed the BlueZero auto concept. A total of three versions of the car were in development and were developed. The first is fully electric, with a power reserve of 200 km. The second model (pictured) had a power reserve of 400 km and was also fully equipped. The third car model was a hybrid.
Mercedes F-125 (2011)
The five-meter concept car was developed in honor of the 125th anniversary of the German company, which happened in 2011. The distance between the axles was 3.33 meters. The car body consisted of carbon fiber, aluminum and high-strength steel. Four electric motors were built into each wheel of the car. Science fiction you say? We don't think so. Let's wait with you for the next new generation of S-class cars, which may be made in this similar style.
Mercedes F-800 Style (2010)
This concept car was designed to launch the second generation of the car. The F-800 Style is developed on a completely new platform that can use different types of power plants. This F-800 uses a hybrid engine that includes a 300-horsepower V6 engine with direct fuel injection and an electric motor with 109 horsepower. What is noteworthy here is that this particular power plant is currently available on some production vehicles. In addition, this concept car was also released with only one electric motor, the power of which is 136 hp. The maximum speed of the car is 180 km/h.
Mercedes Ocean Drive (2006)
Since 2006, the Mercedes company has been developing S-class convertible cars. This same S-Class model will be launched on the market in September 2015. True, the car will still be in a coupe body. Well, the four-door convertible will have to wait a little longer.
Mercedes Vision GST (2002)
At the beginning of 2002, the attention of Mercedes fans was drawn to another concept - the Vision GST. The model was a hybrid between a station wagon and an SUV. This car was first shown at the Detroit Auto Show in 2002. True, a little later, on the basis of this very concept, it was not the SUV itself that was released, but the R-Class(a) model.
Mercedes Vision SLA (1999)
The Visiom SLA concept was developed in 1999. Friends, take a closer look at his appearance. Doesn't he remind you of anything? The style that was used and applied in the car was subsequently used in the new SLR McLaren car model. Unfortunately, this model never reached mass production. But, most likely, this car model nevertheless inspired the company’s engineers and designers to create a new production car model - the Smart Roadster.
Mercedes Ener-G-Force (2012year)
What might the G-Class look like in 2025? This question can be answered by the next concept of the “Ener-G-Force” model, which was first shown in 2012. This concept involves the following, namely, the use of water to convert it into hydrogen, followed by combustion of this fuel to produce energy. Dear friends, pay attention to the special flat tank for water, which must be supplied to a special converter.
Mercedes F-015 (2015)
This is the latest research model from Mercedes, which was presented this year. Central attention to this concept was drawn in connection. So, for example, the car has a fully autonomous mode, when turned on, the steering wheel of the car is completely folded using a special mechanism, thereby turning the driver’s space into a place for the passenger. In this mode, all control of the machine passes to the electronics.
At this moment, the driver can relax, like an ordinary passenger, listen to music and use multimedia entertainment systems. This car has a length of 5.22 meters and a width of 2.02 meters. The wheelbase is 3.61 meters. The car is equipped with huge 26-inch wheels. On the outside, the car uses many LEDs that can glow in several colors, thereby warning other road users about the operating mode of the autonomous system.
For example: -if the driver controls the car independently, the LEDs will light up with traditional white light. , then the LEDs will naturally glow blue.
The automotive world cannot be imagined without the Mercedes Gelandewagen SUV, which has its own unique style that is so loved by owners and fans. When it comes to restyling the G-Class, many await its results with horror. Fortunately, for now the manufacturer is limiting itself only to technical transformations and improving comfort, without significantly affecting the appearance. But time passes, and the question arises: “Will the G-Class be produced in 2025?”
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For the Design Challenge 2012 design competition in Los Angeles, the German company prepared a project on the possible future of the famous SUV from 1979. The Mercedes Ener-G-Force concept appears as the Highway Patrol Vehicle 2025 police car. Following him, the specialists of the German auto giant, full of ideas and plans for the future, are ready to create a civilian version of the G-Class 2025. Although the presented Mercedes Ener-G-Force concept is just a large-scale model with a design and characteristics from the category of science fiction, it is quite possible to bring it to life . Of course, not now, but a little later. What are the requirements for the police car of the future? Mercedes describes the picture as follows: “The police will have to deal with even more intense traffic and crowded streets, a significantly increased population, the variability of people who are very active and feel young even in old age.” A police vehicle, like the Mercedes Ener-G-Force concept presented by the company, must be reliable, fast and capable of getting to the desired destination regardless of whether there is a good road there or not.
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There is a clear hint of the off-road capabilities of the Gelandewagen model here. The car of the future must also be environmentally friendly and run on alternative fuel. A police jeep must ensure the safety of employees, for this reason the Mercedes Ener-G-Force Concept shown in the Highway Patrol Vehicle 2025 version has a small body glazing area. The car's special signals are integrated into the roof, and huge 20-inch wheels guarantee excellent maneuverability.
The future Ener-G-Force SUV features features of the current G-Class. He is still strong and impressive. Except that the design is futuristic and the glazing line is more modest. Instead of a spare wheel, the concept has a small retractable compartment for the necessary tools, which will be accessible without the need to open the trunk door. In the roof of the Mercedes Ener-G-Force Concept there are tanks for water, which in turn is transferred to the so-called hydroconverter, which turns it into hydrogen for fuel cells. Four electric motors located in the wheels operate from the generated energy. A special topographic scanner Terra-Scan monitors the terrain surrounding the Mercedes Ener-G-Force at all possible 360 degrees and controls the SUV’s suspension settings, as well as engine thrust.
The side skirts of the Ener-G-Force Concept contain energy storage devices, and if you look at the “face” of the Mercedes of the future, you will notice that the LED headlights are made in the shape of the letter G. Another feature that makes the concept similar to the legendary Gelendvagen is the direction indicators, located at the top of the wings.
The new Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV was a real revelation for visitors to the 2014 Beijing Auto Show. On April 20, as part of the Beijing Auto Show 2014, the Chairman of the Board of Daimler AG, Mr. Dieter Zetsche, presented a prototype of the new coupe-shaped crossover Mercedes-Benz Coupe SUV, which in the production version will turn into the Mercedes MLC (factory model code C292). The crossover coupe segment, new for the Stuttgart company, will be occupied by Mercedes MLS, created as a counterweight to the popular Bavarian sports crossover. The start of sales of the new Mercedes MLC coupe-crossover is scheduled for mid-2015. Perhaps the new production model of the coupe-shaped crossover will receive a name, because the Germans are preparing a global change of indices in the model range, for example, the restyled version of the Mercedes ML will be renamed Mercedes GLE.
The exterior design of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV, judging by the photo and video materials from the popular German manufacturer, is a collective image of the latest new cars from. In the appearance of the conceptual coupe-shaped crossover, familiar lines and design elements can be traced from a chic coupe, compact crossover and even a flagship executive sedan, but... we admit, Merc has never had such an original body shape.
The prototype of the new Mercedes MLC is built on a crossover platform, and the technical equipment of the serial MLC coupe crossover will use engines, gearboxes and the proprietary 4Matic all-wheel drive system from Mercedes ML. This is all in the future, but for now the concept and overall dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV body with 4935 mm in length, 2044 mm in width, 1739 mm in height and a 2916 mm wheelbase eloquently declare that we have a large and serious crossover with a larger body than its main competitor BMW X6.
The aggressive front part of the Coupe SUV body with compact headlights, under the caps of which a full LED filling is hidden. The hood with a characteristic forward slope is decorated with powerful ribs and stampings; the solid inverted trapezoid of the false radiator grille is organically complemented by a huge air intake in the bumper. The radiator grille and air intake are covered with a stylish mesh with an original cell pattern.
The body profile of a conceptual coupe-crossover with a windshield frame heavily tilted back, a roof dome that flows smoothly onto a neat rear, large puffy surfaces and a high window sill, side doors without glass frames, elegant rear-view mirrors on legs - a sports car in a word ... But the crossover essence of the new product is revealed by the huge wheel arches, which can hardly accommodate wheels with tire size 305/45 R22 and alloy wheels of size 22, as well as a ground clearance of 225 mm.
The rear of the Mercedes Coupe SUV concept is impressive, stylish and original. The tiny ledge of the trunk lid is topped with a spoiler, chic overall lighting equipment with LED filling in one narrow shade is spread across the entire width of the rear part of the body, a huge bumper with ideal aerodynamic lines and proportions powerfully hugs the lower part of the car’s body.
The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV looks stylish, solid and expensive not only thanks to its huge 22-inch wheels with wide tires, but also to the signature Alubeam enamel used to paint Mercedes racing “silver arrows” of the 30s and 50s 20th century, chrome inserts on the front and rear fairings, exterior mirror housings and body sills.
It's a shame, but the interior of the Concept Coupe SUV is not ready yet. Preliminarily, we can only say that the interior of the coupe-shaped crossover from Mercedes is designed for four passengers including the driver, and the equipment with options promises to be at a high premium level.
The Germans plan to equip the Mercedes MLC with air suspension, a system for suppressing body roll in corners, a night vision system, cameras providing a panoramic view, adaptive headlights with LED Intelligent Light System, two color displays (dashboard and multimedia system), and a full range of security systems. Pre-Safe and a lot of other features.
Technical characteristics of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV indicate the presence of a 4Matic all-wheel drive system and a gasoline 3.0-liter (333 hp) V6 with twin turbocharging under the hood.
The serial Mercedes MLC will be equipped with diesel and gasoline engines installed on the co-platform Mercedes ML with power from 258 to 525 horsepower, with a new 9-speed automatic transmission (9G-Tronic Plus) as a gearbox. The new crossover will be equipped as standard with a braking regeneration system, an engine start-stop system with a coasting function.
