Mercedes-AMG GT Electric to ride on the AMG.EA platform
Staff, 2022-11-22 02:00:00,
Update: ‘What is the criterion for an electric Mercedes-AMG model?’ section updated and ‘TopElectricSUV says’ section added.
In February 2022, Mercedes-AMG announced the sales launch of the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance, billed as a new milestone for the company. The AMG-GT 63 S E Performance is the first performance hybrid for the brand while being its most powerful series production model with a total output of 843 hp.
However, even as more AMG lovers sign checks to get the new benchmark, which sees a 4.0-liter V8 at the front, Mercedes-AMG engineers are transitioning to pure-electric cars, with the first Mercedes-AMG GT Electric (unofficial name) model anticipated mid-decade promising more thrills.
What is the criterion for an electric Mercedes-AMG model?
Speaking to Whichcar.com.au, Jochen Hermann, Chief Technical Officer of Mercedes AMG, first brought up the nomenclature, which has sparked a debate among enthusiasts. Hermann says for an AMG model to be called a ’63’, it has to be track-capable, and that is why the Mercedes AMG EQS 53 is not called a 63.
Jens Hüser, Leader / Project Leader – EVA2 AMG models, Mercedes-AMG, has confirmed that the company does plan to launch 63 EVs, carsales said in a report published on October 17, 2022. These models will likely use axial flux motors that are slimmer than the typically used…
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