Mercedes-AMG Teases Its Sporty Electric Supercar, Prototype Spotted Driving on a Frozen Lake

Mar 18, 2024 11:50 PM EDT

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Mercedes-Benz test driver had the opportunity to maneuver the Mercedes-AMG EV prototype on a frozen Swedish lake. Amidst temperatures as low as -13 degrees Fahrenheit, the heavily camouflaged car showcased its capabilities on the new AMG.EA performance platform tailored for electric vehicles. The automaker has emphasized that the platform is undergoing extensive testing across various continents, promising more exhilarating drift maneuvers in the near future.

AMG.EA Tech: Mercedes-AMG Sporty Electric Supercar

Official images of a camouflaged car undergoing winter testing offer a glimpse of what will be powered by this cutting-edge AMG.EA (AMG Electric Architecture) platform. This architecture, deemed a technological trailblazer by AMG, integrates a range of sophisticated engineering features.

Concealed beneath the distinctive camouflage and behind the understated lights lies the inaugural Mercedes model built on the AMG.EA platform. It represents a paradigm shift as a purpose-built electric sports sedan, positioned to succeed the current AMG 4-Door Coupe.

As reported by Electrek, shortly following Porsche's introduction of the Taycan Turbo GT, their most potent road-legal offering to date, Mercedes-AMG is providing a glimpse of its inaugural standalone EV. Setting the stage for this debut is the forthcoming Mercedes-AMG electric supercar, set to be the pioneer model built upon the dedicated AMG.EA performance platform.

In the initial phases of testing, the groundbreaking AMG.EA platform is poised to be at the forefront of technological advancement, integrating a host of innovative solutions. Central to this concept is the utilization of axial-flux motor technology, a development stemming from Mercedes' acquisition of Yasa in 2021.

This strategic move aims to harness axial EV motors for the entire lineup of all-electric AMG performance models. With Yasa's technology touting the delivery of four times more torque and double the power compared to most existing EV tech, all while being 50% lighter, it represents a significant leap forward. Complementing this powertrain is a new high-performance, high-voltage battery, further solidifying the commitment to cutting-edge electric vehicle engineering.

As reported by Car Magazine, the initial vehicle to utilize this cutting-edge platform is highly likely to be a follow-up to the AMG GT four-door, evident from the official images released by AMG featuring a camouflaged car. Anticipate the introduction of a fresh design language influenced by the hyper-efficient EQXX prototype vehicle and, unsurprisingly, the Vision AMG concept. The official debut of this new model is slated for 2025.

Mercedes-AMG: Features What Was Revealed So Far

It seems that last week, a fortunate Mercedes-Benz test driver had the opportunity to navigate the Mercedes-AMG's EV prototype on a frozen lake in Sweden, as per Road & Track. Despite the challenging temperature of -13 degrees Fahrenheit, the heavily camouflaged car demonstrated its prowess on the ice, showcasing the capabilities of the new AMG.EA performance platform tailored for electric vehicles.

Even under a blanket of snow, the distinctive triple taillights, reminiscent of the 2022 Vision AMG concept, were still discernible, while the front end exuded a commanding presence with LED headlamps and raised "eyebrow" lights above them. Although the snow-tested EV prototype's body language may differ from that of the Vision concept, it embodies a fluid motion that resonates with a potent all-electric powertrain.

As noted by motor1.com, a closer examination of the official teaser images unveils an active rear spoiler and front canards, indicating the performance-oriented design of the upcoming model. The production version is anticipated to share several features with the 2022 Vision AMG Concept.

When it comes to the road-ready iteration, it's poised to rival the Porsche Taycan by delivering a more dynamic driving experience than the AMG versions of the EQE. This will be made possible through the utilization of disc-shaped axial-flux electric motors, lauded for their unparalleled mix of power density, size, and weight compared to traditional cylindrical radial-flux motors.

Affalterbach has already disclosed that a single motor is capable of generating 480 horsepower and 590 pound-feet (800 Newton-meters) of torque while weighing a mere 24 kilograms (53 pounds).