The key data at a glance:
| Max. output | 740hp / 552 kW |
| Torque | 1000 Nm |
| 0 – 62 mph | 3.9 s |
| Range | 155 miles (according to NEDC combined) |
| Battery energy content | 60 kWh |
| Battery voltage | 400 volts |
Engine 4 synchronous electric motors, 864-cell 60 kWh lithium-ion
batteries, 730bhp, 737lb ft
This is the fastest electric production car in the world. As titles go, it’s an impressive one – and the numbers back it up.batteries, 730bhp, 737lb ft
The new SLS Electric Drive, now the most expensive production Mercedes-Benz at a price of £302,000 plus taxes in left-hand drive European markets where it will be sold for a limited period starting this week, is claimed to hit 62mph in 3.9sec, just 0.3sec slower than the SLS Black Series, before extending to a top speed limited to 155mph.
What’s really impressive is that it achieves these claims with a kerb weight of 2110kg, some 560kg more than its conventional combustion-engined gullwing sibling. That's thanks to its high-tech 60kWh lithium ion battery pack, supplied by Mercedes-Benz’s High Performance Engine division in Brixworth, which weighs 548kg alone.
With a price-tag of $500,000, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive had better be good – and it is. How good? 552kW/1000Nm good to be precise!
Exterior
At first glance, the SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive looks
very similar to its gasoline-powered relative, but on closer
examination, there are some significant differences. The most obvious
differences come up front where the splitter has a more aggressive look.
The grille is also a dead giveaway that this isn’t your run-of-the-mill
SLS AMG. The grille and its flanking air vents don the same color as
the rest of the exterior and as opposed to being open; they feature what
Mercedes-Benz calls “bionic honeycomb.”
As you make your way down the side of the SLS AMG Coupe
Electric Drive, you’ll find that just behind the front brake heat
extractor lay “Electric Drive” emblems, letting passersby know that you
are both Eco-friendly and mean business at the same time. Also
noticeable from the sides are the four light-allow, 5-twin-spok wheels
wrapped in performance rubber.
On the outside, you
get the choice of six colors at no additional cost. The most stunning
color is, of course, the Electric Drive-exclusive “AMG electricbeam
magno” matte finish – the sharp blue color seen in the images. If this
is a little too extreme of a color, you can opt for one of the more
commonly used colors.
On the back end, you will notice another difference
between the gasoline model and this all-electric version. The rear end
appears to be rounder than the gasoline model. This is a visual effect
created by the revised rear spoiler and diffuser; the actual shape of
the backside is the same between the models.
The SLS
AMG Electric Drive’s body shell is the result of the “AMG lightweight
performance” design initiative. Mercedes mounted the sensitive lithium
ion battery pack in its own carbon-fiber monocoque that also makes up
the spins of the vehicle. The monocoque is bolts and bonded to an
aluminum space frame for added rigidity. This monocoque system weighs
about 50 percent less than an equivalent steel unit and 30 percent less
than an equal aluminum unit, but it is as strong as or stronger than
both.
In all, just the body and chassis itself is a work of
art. It is a delicate balance of lightening and strengthening, and
Mercedes spared no expense in developing it.
Interior
On the inside, you have your typical luxury-laden
Mercedes-Benz interior. Though the details are not completely known, we
can tell that the entire interior is wrapped in luxurious leather and
boasts body-colored contrasting stitching. Splashed throughout the
interior are small smatterings of grey, like on the steering wheel
posts, air vents, center console knobs, and gauge cluster.
The
center console is a little cluttered, but honestly not too bad for an
electric vehicle. The steering wheel boasts a flat top and bottom, and
what looks to be the most perfect grip ever manufacturer. Just looking
at it lets you know that this car is meant to be driven.
You also get AMG sports seats to keep you firmly planted
through the twist and carbon-fiber highlights throughout the cabin. The
AMG instrument gauges behind the grab-it-and-go steering wheel are all
new, and in the place of the now unnecessary tachometer is a gauge that
lets you know how much power the car needs, its recuperation level,
transmission mode, and battery charge.
On the tech
side, you get AMG’s Performance Media system, which connects to wireless
high-speed internet, and provides you with important performance data,
like lateral and longitudinal acceleration, tire pressure, vehicle
setup, lap time, vehicle energy flow, battery charge status, current
range, AMG Torque Dynamics, battery and motor temperature, and energy
consumption.
Like we said, we haven’t gotten every last bit of info
on the interior yet, as we are certain there are plenty of options to
pick from. We’ll continue to add these options as Mercedes-Benz lets us
know about them.
Motor and Driveline
Now for the really fun part; the stuff that makes the
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive tick. The battery in the SLS
AMG Coupe Electric Drive boasts 60 kWh of energy and has a potential
energy of 600 kW. This pumps a total of 400 volts through the entire
vehicle and into four electric motors – one at each wheel.
These
electric motors are set in pairs at each axle with a transmission
running each pair. Though they are run in pair, each motor can be
individually adjusted on the fly to optimize traction, handling, and
acceleration. The total output of the four motors is a whopping 740
horsepower and the torque comes in at a stout 1,000 Nm (737 pound-feet).
The drivetrain is powerful enough to get this SLS AMG
Coupe to 100 km/h (62 mph) in only 3.9 seconds, putting it only 0.2
seconds slower than its gasoline brethren and 0.5 seconds faster than
the Tesla
Model S. To boot, this ultra-high-performance EV has a total range of
155 miles, making it one of the longest-range EVs on the market.
When
it is time for a recharge, Mercedes-Benz gives you two charging
options. You can opt for the standard charging system, which plugs into a
household plug and takes 20 hours to get a full charge. For an
additional cost, Mercedes-Benz will give you their wall charger, which
charges the battery in just 3 hours.
With the
four-motor all-wheel-drive system that this model uses, Mercedes also
gives you the added benefit of AMG Torque Dynamics. This system actively
distributes varying force and braking to each wheel to optimize
stability.
There are three different modes of AMG
Torque Dynamics: Comfort, Sport, and Sport plus. As you progress through
each setting, the aggressiveness of the AMG Torque Dynamics system
becomes greater, leading to a loss of comfort, but an increase in
handling and responsiveness.
In a nutshell, this motor and drivetrain setup is flat-out awesome. Nothing can even complete with it.
Motor and Driveline Specs:
| Motor Type | Four compact permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors |
| Battery Energy | 60 kWh |
| Total Voltage | 400 volts |
| Total Range | 155 miles |
| Charge Time)) | 3 hours on wall mount (optional) / 20 hours (standard) |
| Acceleration 0-to-100 km/h | 3.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | TBD |
Suspension and Braking
First off, Mercedes-Benz positioned the SLS AMG Electric
Drive’s battery pack low, keeping its center of gravity as close to the
ground as possible. To compensate for the addition of driveshafts on
the front end, Mercedes fitted the front end with a multilink suspension
system with pushrod damper struts, much like you see in racing series.
These
horizontally mounted dampers keep the SLS’s 265/35R19 and 295/30R20
rubber planted on the ground, as the hydroelectric steering system
repositions the car quickly and effectively.
Bringing this beast to a halt is a set of carbon-ceramic
brakes with 402 x 39 mm (15.82- x 1.52-inch) discs up front and 360 x
32 mm (14.17- x 1.25-inch) discs in the rear. This brake setup weighs 40
percent less than the standard steel setup and saving that unsprung
weight really increases its handling. To boot, these carbon-ceramic
discs stop with far more effectiveness than steel units.
Suspension Specs:
| Suspension Type | Multi-link w/ horizontal dampers |
| Front Brakes | Carbon-ceramic w/ 402 x 39 mm (15.82- x 1.52-inch) discs |
| Rear Brakes | Carbon-ceramic w/ 360 x 32 mm (14.17- x 1.25-inch) discs |
| Tires | Front 265/35R19 / Rear 295/30R20 |
| Steering Style | Hydroelectric assist |
Pricing and Release Date
Well, it’s expensive to say the least, as it the SLS AMG
Coupe Electric Drive is slated to come in at an outrageous €416,500
($536,202 at the current exchange rates). It will launch in Germany in
June 2013 and a UK launch is under consideration. There is no mention of
a U.S. launch.
Pricing and Release:
| Market | Release Date | Pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | June 2013 | €416,500 |
| United Kingdom | TBD | TBD |
| United States | TBD | $550,000 (TopSpeed est.) |
Competition
Well, you could loosely peg the Model S
against it based only on the fact that it is a fast electric vehicle
too. However, comparing the two is unfair, as the Model S is a sedan
with a little bit of pep to it and this is an all-out supercar. For now,
we’ll leave the SLS AME Coupe Electric Drive in a class all itself.
Eventually someone will come by and challenge it.
Affalterbach – With the new SLS AMG Coupé Electric
Drive, Mercedes-AMG is entering a new era: the locally emission-free
super sports car featuring advanced technology from the world of Formula
1 is the most exclusive and dynamic way in which to drive an electric
car. The most powerful AMG high-performance vehicle of all time has four
electric motors producing a total output of 740hp (552 kW) and a
maximum torque of 1000 Nm. As a result, the gullwing model has become
the world’s fastest electrically-powered series production vehicle: the
SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 3.9
seconds.
A new dimension of driving performance – a
convincing synonym for the AMG brand promise are the outstanding driving
dynamics which come courtesy of AMG Torque Dynamics as well as torque
distribution to individual wheels, which is made possible by means of
wheel-selective all-wheel drive. The most "electrifying" gullwing model
ever has been developed in-house by Mercedes-AMG GmbH. The high-voltage
battery for the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive is the result of
cooperation between Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes AMG High Performance
Powertrains in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. This is an area in which the
British Formula 1 experts were able to contribute their extensive
know-how with KERS hybrid concepts.
"The SLS AMG
Coupé Electric Drive is setting new standards for cars with electric
drives. As the most powerful gullwing model ever, it is also
representative of the enduring innovational strength of Mercedes-AMG.
Our vision of the most dynamic electric vehicle has become a reality.
With the help of our colleagues at Mercedes AMG High Performance
Powertrains in Brixworth, we are bringing exciting advanced technology
from the world of Formula 1 to the road," according to Ola Källenius,
Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
Pioneering,
visionary, electrifying: the powerful and locally emission-free super
sports car with electric drive also embodies the development competence
of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. With this innovative and unique drive solution,
AMG - as the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz - is demonstrating its
technological leadership in this segment. The SLS AMG Coupé Electric
Drive is aimed at technology-minded super sports car fans who are open
to new ideas and enthusiastic about ambitious high-tech solutions for
the future of motoring.
Enormous thrust thanks to 1000 Nm of torque
The pioneering drive package in the SLS AMG Coupé
Electric Drive is impressive and guarantees a completely innovative and
electrifying driving experience: enormous thrust comes courtesy of four
synchronous electric motors providing a combined maximum output of 740
hp (552 kW) and maximum torque of 1000 Nm. The very special gullwing
model accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds, and can reach a
top speed of 155 mph (electronically limited). The agile response to
accelerator pedal input and the linear power output provide pure
excitement: unlike with a combustion engine, the build-up of torque is
instantaneous with electric motors – maximum torque is effectively
available from a standstill. The spontaneous build-up of torque and the
forceful power delivery without any interruption of tractive power are
combined with completely vibration-free engine running characteristics.
The
four compact permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors, each
weighing 45 kg, achieve a maximum individual speed of 13,000 rpm and in
each case drive the 4 wheels selectively via an axially-arranged
transmission design. This enables the unique distribution of torque to
individual wheels, which would normally only be possible with wheel hub
motors which have the disadvantage of generating considerable unsprung
masses.
Powerful, voluminous, dynamic, emotional and authentic:
the characteristic sound of the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive embodies
the sound of the 21st century. After an elaborate series of tests as
well as numerous test drives, the AMG experts have created a sound which
captures the exceptional dynamism of this unique super sports car with
electric drive. Starting with a characteristic start-up sound, which
rings out on pressing the "Power" button on the AMG DRIVE UNIT, the
occupants can experience a tailor-made driving sound for each driving
situation: incredibly dynamic when accelerating, subdued when cruising
and as equally characteristic during recuperation. The sound is not only
dependent on road speed, engine speed and load conditions, but also
reflects the driving situation and the vehicle’s operating state with a
suitable driving noise. Perfect feedback for the driver is guaranteed
thanks to a combination of the composed sound, the use of the vehicle’s
existing inherent noises and the elimination of background noise – this
is referred to by the experts as "sound cleaning." The impressive sound
comes courtesy of the standard sound system with eleven loudspeakers.
Advanced Formula 1 technology: high-voltage lithium-ion battery
Battery efficiency, performance and weight: in all three
areas Mercedes-AMG is setting new standards. The high-voltage battery
in the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive boasts an energy content of 60 kWh,
an electric load potential of 600 kW and weighs 548 kg – all of which
are absolute best values in the automotive sector. The liquid-cooled
lithium-ion high-voltage battery features a modular design and a maximum
voltage of 400 V.
Advanced technology and know-how
from the world of Formula 1 have been called on during both the
development and production stages: the battery is the first result of
the cooperation between Mercedes-AMG GmbH in Affalterbach and Mercedes
AMG High Performance Powertrains Ltd. Headquartered in Brixworth in
England, the company has been working closely with Mercedes-AMG for a
number of years. F1 engine experts have benefited from its extensive
expertise with the KERS hybrid concept, which made its debut in the 2009
Formula 1 season. At the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2009, Lewis Hamilton
achieved the first historic victory for a Formula 1 vehicle featuring
KERS hybrid technology in the form of the Mercedes-Benz KER System.
Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains supplies the Formula 1 teams
MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes and Sahara Force India
with Mercedes V8 engines and the KERS.
The
high-voltage battery consists of 12 modules each comprising 72
lithium-ion cells. This optimised arrangement of a total of 864 cells
has benefits not only in terms of best use of the installation space,
but also in terms of performance. One technical feature is the
intelligent parallel circuit of the individual battery modules – this
helps to maximise the safety, reliability and service life of the
battery. As in Formula 1, the battery is charged by means of targeted
recuperation during deceleration whilst the car is being driven.
High-performance control as well as effective cooling of all components
A high-performance electronic control system converts
the direct current from the high-voltage battery into the three-phase
alternating current which is required for the synchronous motors and
regulates the energy flow for all operating conditions. Two
low-temperature cooling circuits ensure that the four electric motors
and the power electronics are maintained at an even operating
temperature. A separate low-temperature circuit is responsible for
cooling the high-voltage lithium-ion battery. In low external
temperatures, the battery is quickly brought up to optimum operating
temperature with the aid of an electric heating element. In extremely
high external temperatures, the cooling circuit for the battery can be
additionally boosted with the aid of the air conditioning. This also
helps to preserve the overall service life of the battery system.
Quick charge function via special wall box
Ideally
the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive is charged with the aid of a so-called
wall box. Installed in a home garage, this technology provides a 22 kW
quick-charge function, which is the same as the charging performance
available at a public charging station. A high-voltage power cable is
used to connect the vehicle to the wall box, and enables charging to
take place in around three hours. Without the wall box, charging takes
around 20 hours. The wall box is provided as an optional extra from
Mercedes-AMG in cooperation with SPX and KEBA, two suppliers of
innovative electric charging infrastructures for the automotive
industry.
Eight-stage design for maximum safety
To ensure maximum safety, the SLS AMG Coupé Electric
Drive makes use of an eight-stage safety design. This comprises the
following features:
1. all high-voltage cables are colour-coded in orange to prevent confusion
2. comprehensive contact protection for the entire high-voltage system
3.
the lithium-ion battery is liquid-cooled and accommodated in a
high-strength aluminium housing within the carbon-fibre zero-intrusion
cell
4. conductive separation of the high-voltage and low-voltage networks within the vehicle and integration of an interlock switch
5. active and passive discharging of the high-voltage system when the ignition is switched to "off"
6. in the event of an accident, the high-voltage system is switched off within fractions of a second
7. continuous monitoring of the high-voltage system for short circuits with potential compensation and insulation monitors
8.
redundant monitoring function for the all-wheel drive system with
torque control for individual wheels, via several control units using a
variety of software
By using this design,
Mercedes-AMG ensures maximum safety during production of the vehicle and
also during maintenance and repair work. Of course the SLS AMG Coupé
Electric Drive also meets all of the statutory and internal Mercedes
crash test requirements.
All-wheel drive with AMG Torque Dynamics enables new levels of freedom
Four
motors, four wheels - the intelligent and permanent all-wheel drive of
the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive guarantees driving dynamics at the
highest level, while at the same time providing the best possible active
safety. Optimum traction of the four driven wheels is therefore
ensured, whatever the weather conditions. According to the developers,
the term "Torque Dynamics" refers to individual control of the electric
motors, something which enables completely new levels of freedom to be
achieved. The AMG Torque Dynamics feature is permanently active and
allows for selective distribution of forces for each individual wheel.
The intelligent distribution of drive torque greatly benefits driving
dynamics, handling, driving safety and ride comfort. Each individual
wheel can be both electrically driven and electrically braked, depending
on the driving conditions, thus helping to optimise the vehicle’s
cornering properties, reduce the tendency to oversteer/understeer,
increase the yaw damping of the basic vehicle, reduce the steering
effort and steering angle required, increase traction, and minimise ESP
and ASR intervention.
The AMG Torque Dynamics feature
boasts a great deal of variability and individuality by offering three
different transmission modes:
- Comfort (C): comfortable, forgiving driving characteristics
- Sport (S): sporty, balanced driving characteristics
- Sport plus (S+): sporty, agile driving characteristics
AMG Torque Dynamics enables optimum use of the adhesion
potential between the tyres and the road surface in all driving
conditions. The technology allows maximum levels of freedom and as such
optimum use of the critical limits of the vehicle’s driving dynamics.
Outstanding handling safety is always assured thanks to the two-stage
Electronic Stability Program ESP®.
"AMG Lightweight Performance" design strategy
The trailblazing body shell structure of the SLS AMG
Coupé Electric Drive is part of the ambitious "AMG Lightweight
Performance" design strategy. The battery is located within a
carbon-fibre monocoque which forms an integral part of the gullwing
model and acts as its "spine". The monocoque housing is firmly bolted
and bonded to the aluminium spaceframe body. The fibre composite
materials have their roots in the world of Formula 1, among other areas.
The advantages of CFRP (carbon-fibre reinforced plastic) were exploited
by the Mercedes-AMG engineers in the design of the monocoque. These
include their high strength, which makes it possible to create extremely
rigid structures in terms of torsion and bending, excellent crash
performance and low weight. Carbon-fibre components are up to 50 per
cent lighter than comparable steel ones, yet retain the same level of
stability. Compared with aluminium, the weight saving is still around 30
per cent, while the material is considerably thinner. The weight
advantages achieved through the carbon-fibre battery monocoque are
reflected in the agility of the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive and, in
conjunction with the wheel-selective four-wheel drive system, ensure
true driving enjoyment. The carbon-fibre battery monocoque is, in
addition, conceived as a "zero intrusion cell" in order to meet the very
highest expectations in terms of crash safety. It protects the battery
modules inside the vehicle from deformation or damage in the event of a
crash.
The basis for CFRP construction is provided by
fine carbon fibres, ten times thinner than a human hair. A length of
this innovative fibre reaching from here to the moon would weigh a mere
25 grams. Between 1000 and 24,000 of these fibres are used to form
individual strands. Machines then weave and sew them into fibre mats
several layers thick, which can be moulded into three-dimensional
shapes. When injected with liquid synthetic resin, this hardens to give
the desired structure its final shape and stability.
Optimum weight distribution and low centre of gravity
The purely electric drive system was factored into the
equation as early as the concept phase when the super sports car was
being developed. It is ideally packaged for the integration of the
high-performance, zero-emission technology: by way of example, the four
electric motors and the two transmissions can be positioned as close to
the four wheels as possible and very low down in the vehicle. The same
applies to the modular high-voltage battery. Advantages of this solution
include the vehicle’s low centre of gravity and balanced weight
distribution – ideal conditions for optimum handling, which the
electrically-powered gullwing model shares with its petrol-driven sister
model.
New front axle design with pushrod damper struts
The additional front-wheel drive called for a newly
designed front axle: unlike the series production vehicle with AMG V8
engine, which has a double wishbone axle, the SLS AMG Coupé Electric
Drive features an independent multi-link suspension with pushrod damper
struts. This is because the vertically-arranged damper struts had to
make way for the additional drive shafts. As is usual in a wide variety
of racing vehicles, horizontal damper struts are now used, which are
operated via separate push rods and transfer levers. Thanks to this
sophisticated front-axle design, which has already been tried and tested
in the world of motorsport, the agility and driving dynamics of the SLS
AMG Coupé Electric Drive attain the same high levels as the V8 variant.
Another distinguishing feature is the speed-sensitive power steering
with rack-and-pinion steering gear: the power assistance is implemented
electrohydraulically rather than just hydraulically.
AMG ceramic composite brakes for perfect deceleration
The
SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive is slowed with the aid of AMG
high-performance ceramic composite brakes, which boast direct brake
response, a precise actuation point and outstanding fade resistance,
even in extreme operating conditions. The over-sized discs – measuring
402 x 39 mm at the front and 360 x 32 mm at the rear – are made of
carbon fibre-strengthened ceramic, feature an integral design all round
and are connected to an aluminium bowl in a radially floating
arrangement.
The ceramic brake discs are 40 per cent
lighter in weight than the conventional, grey cast iron brake discs. The
reduction in unsprung masses not only improves handling dynamics and
agility, but also ride comfort and tyre grip. The lower rotating masses
at the front axle also ensure a more direct steering response – which is
particularly noticeable when taking motorway bends at high speed.
Exclusive, high-quality design and appointments
Visually, the multi-award-winning design of the SLS AMG
is combined with a number of specific features which are exclusive to
the Electric Drive variant. The front apron has a striking carbon-look
CFRP front splitter which generates downforce on the front axle. The
radiator grille and adjacent air intakes adorn special areas painted in
the vehicle colour and with bionic honeycomb-shaped openings. They are
not only a visual highlight but, thanks to their aerodynamically
optimised design, also improve air flow over the cooling modules mounted
behind them. Darkened headlamps also impart a sense of independence to
the front section. Viewed from the side, the "Electric Drive" lettering
stands out on the vehicle side, as do the AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy
wheels with their specific paint design. The SLS AMG Electric Drive
comes as standard with 265/35 R 19 tyres on the front and 295/30 R 20
tyres on the rear. The overall look is rounded off to dynamic effect by
the new diffuser-look rear apron, and the darkened rear lamps. One
feature reserved exclusively for the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive is the
"AMG electricbeam magno" matt paint finish. A choice of five other
colours is available at no extra cost.
When the
exterior colour AMG electricbeam magno is chosen, the high-quality,
sporty interior makes use of this body colour for the contrasting
stitching – the stitching co-ordinates perfectly with designo black
Exclusive leather appointments. AMG sports seats and numerous
carbon-fibre trim elements in the interior underscore the exclusive and
dynamic character of what is currently the fastest electric car. Behind
the new AMG Performance steering wheel there is a newly designed AMG
instrument cluster: instead of a rev counter, there is a power display
providing information on the power requirements, recuperation status,
transmission modes and battery charge.
AMG Performance Media as standard
The AMG DRIVE UNIT comprises the electronic rotary
switch for selecting the three transmission modes of "C" (Controlled
Efficiency), "S" (Sport) and "S+" (Sport plus), which the driver can use
to specify different performance levels from the electric motors, which
in turn also changes the top speed and accelerator pedal response.
Behind the buttons for "power" and "ESP On/Off", there are also buttons
for AMG Torque Dynamics and AMG Setup.
In addition to
carbon-fibre exterior mirrors, AMG carbon-fibre engine compartment
cover, COMAND APS, Media Interface, Blind Spot Assist and reversing
camera, the standard equipment also includes the AMG Performance Media
system. Besides full high-speed mobile internet access, the system
provides information on engine performance, lateral and longitudinal
acceleration, tyre pressure, vehicle setup and lap times, as well
displaying a variety of additional information such as:
- vehicle energy flow
- battery charge status
- current range
- AMG Torque Dynamics
- temperatures of the battery and motors
- energy consumption kWh/100 km
The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive will be
celebrating its market launch in June 2013. The price in Germany (incl.
19% VAT) will be:
SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive: 416,500 euros
Mercedes-Benz UK is looking into the potential of offering the car in the UK.
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Conclusion
To say the least, this car is freaking awesome and, sans
the pricing, it kicks the snot bubbles out of its gasoline-powered
counterpart. Sure, it is a little slower than the gas model, but to have
an EV that can pull off these types of performance numbers is simply
stunning. But, that €416,500 certainly is a buzz kill for 95 percent of
the world.
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