Debut Showcase of the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX - A Revolution Clad in Orange
By Patrick Broich, Affalterbach
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The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX is set to redefine both driving experience and electromobility. This electric powerhouse promises revolutionary technology to turn heads and raise expectations for the future. Will it deliver? Only time—and its impressive specs—will tell.
As the peace of Affalterbach, home to fewer than 5000 residents, seemed to quiet on a typical day, the buzz beneath the surface grew palpable. For the team at AMG, something monumental was brewing. Street vendors opened their stalls, and the usually tranquil town pulsed with excitement. A stealthy camouflaged sedan slipped through the streets, teasing the throngs of onlookers about the spectacle to come.
A Benchmark in the Making
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX was unveiled with grand pomp at an automotive street food festival, generating an explosion of anticipation. Some say it's a futuristic manifestation of practical athleticism, with design cues borrowed from Mercedes C111 classics. Its vibrant orange glow and adaptive aerodynamic features of movable blades that cool the brakes or reduce air resistance hint at ambitious innovation. Let’s dive deeper to sort fact from fantasy.
A Force to Reckon With
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX is poised to deliver an astonishing 1,341 horsepower (around 1,000 kW peak). This behemoth can rocket past 223 mph (359 km/h) and, according to some sources, even reach dizzying speeds of over 360 km/h[1][2][3][4]. The beast also boasts incredible energy efficiency: when not interacting at full throttle, the front motor disengages for improved fuel economy in rear-wheel drive mode.
State-of-the-Art Powertrain
The car features a tri-motor setup, each motor sourced from a partnership with the British electric motor specialist YASA, which was recently absorbed by Mercedes Benz. The motor's design is particularly compact yet powerful, with rear motors just 3.1 inches wide and a front motor 3.5 inches in width, all integrated with planetary gearsets, inverters, and oil pumps within 'High Performance Electric Drive Units' (HP.EDUs)[3][4]. These cutting-edge components come together to create an incredibly light and efficient drivetrain.
The Soul of Innovation
The Concept GT XX showcases cutting-edge battery technology and architecture, including an 800V system optimized to deliver rapid charging speeds[2]. It debuts a high-performance battery developed in collaboration with the Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 team, featuring cylindrical cells with nickel, cobalt, manganese, aluminum (NCMA) chemistry. Moreover, the car employs the AMG.EA platform, which utilizes advanced materials such as aluminum, steel, and fiber composites to minimize battery weight[2].
Pioneering Aerodynamics and Design
With an impressive drag coefficient of 0.198, the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX boasts numerous techno-aero features like active 21-inch wheels with movable blades for enhanced brake cooling and energy recuperation. However, these features are not yet ready for production[4].
Ultra-Fast Charging Capability
The GT XX supports ultra-fast charging at over 850 kW peak power, charging approximately 249 miles (400 kilometers) of WLTP range in just five minutes. This rapid charging is made possible by the 800V system and advanced battery chemistry[2][4].
A Gamechanger in the Electric Vehicle Landscape
The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX, set for release in 2025, rivals the top-tier electric vehicles currently available with its industry-leading charging speeds and exceptional power output. By revolutionizing electric super sedans, it sets the stage for a "drive hard, charge hard" approach[2][4].
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- The unveiling of the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX created a buzz among the community, promising a lifestyle revolution with its electric-vehicle technology.
- As technology advances, the Concept GT XX is not only pioneering electric super sedans but also showcasing an interest in the realm of vocational training, partnering with British electric motor specialist YASA for innovative motor design.
- In line with the mission to revolutionize performance and charging, the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX aims to make electric-vehicles as appealing as the latest gadgets, offering ultra-fast charging capabilities to minimise downtime, much like the convenience users expect from modern technology.
