- Key Technical Features and Specifications
- Team and Technical Support
- How Mercedes is Shaping the Future of Electric Performance?
Mercedes has launched a groundbreaking experience that pushes the limits of performance and technology, as the car achieved new record-breaking distances in an endurance test at Italy's Nardò track. The car covered an astonishing distance of 5,479 kilometers in 24 hours with no actual stops except for battery charging, surpassing the previous record by over 1,500 kilometers.
Additionally, a duo of these cars managed to cover a distance equal to the Earth's circumference (40,075 kilometers) in less than 8 days, confirming the vehicle's ability to perform sustainably under harsh conditions at constant speeds of up to 300 kilometers per hour.
Revolutionary Technology: Motors, Axial Flux, and Performance
The Concept GT XX relies on three electric motors of the "Axial Flux Motor" type, an advanced technology characterized by smaller size, lighter weight, and energy density three times higher than conventional motors.
Motor distribution: two motors are located on the rear axle and one on the front axle, which operates as an assist to enhance traction and performance when needed.
The system's peak power exceeds 1,000 kW (~1,360 horsepower), enabling the car to reach a top speed of over 360 km/h (223 mph).
The technology operates through high-performance electric drive units integrated with a sophisticated cooling system that ensures stable performance and high efficiency even under intensive use.
The two powerful rear motors distribute power via an advanced gearbox and an electronically cooled inverter using dielectric oil.
Battery and Fast Charging: The Future of Electric Power
The car uses a cutting-edge 800-volt battery comprised of NCMA lithium-sulfur cells, notable for high energy density and superior thermal response.
The battery cooling system employs direct cooling with electrically non-conductive oil that enables continuous performance and ultra-fast charging while preserving battery life.
Charging speed reaches up to 850 kW, allowing the car to regain a driving range equivalent to 400 kilometers in just 5 minutes of charging.
The battery’s floor-integrated design improves the center of gravity, enhancing vehicle stability during driving
Key Technical Features and Specifications
Aerodynamic Design and Luxurious Interior
The exterior boasts a streamlined design with an extremely low drag coefficient of 0.198, enhancing performance efficiency at high speeds.
Fully dynamic LED headlights that illuminate and move to display charging status or signaling during driving.
Active front air intakes and rear wings that elevate for improved aerodynamic stability at high velocity.
Inside, the cabin blends luxury with advanced technology using sustainable materials like Lapfire fibers recycled from tires.
Features a rectangular steering wheel inspired by the AMG One hypercar, incorporating steer-by-wire control technology.
Team and Technical Support
The endurance tests involved professional drivers, including Formula 1 driver George Russell.
Logistic support included partnerships with Michelin for tires and Alpitronic for ultra-fast charging systems.
Technical monitoring and control were remotely conducted from Mercedes-AMG headquarters in Affalterbach, Germany, ensuring safety and optimal performance.
How Mercedes is Shaping the Future of Electric Performance?
The Concept GT XX is not just a prototype but a symbol of a new era in luxurious electric sports cars, offering a combination of exceptional power, ultra-fast charging, and cutting-edge technologies. It is expected to be the foundation for future production AMG electric vehicles, clearly signaling Mercedes' commitment to setting new standards in the luxury electric car market.
