Mercedes-AMG's Latest GLC Targets the Macan EV with Supercar Performance | Carscoops

Mercedes-AMG's Latest GLC Targets the Macan EV with Supercar Performance | Carscoops

      The AMG GLC will feature three electric motors along with a simulated transmission and an engine-like audio experience.

      The SUV is set to produce over 900 horsepower and should accelerate to 62 mph in under 3 seconds.

      AMG will enhance the battery to accommodate charging speeds of 400 kW.

      A few months after the debut of the all-electric Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Tech in Europe, prototypes of a fully developed AMG version have started to appear.

      Targeted as a competitor to the fastest variants of the electric Porsche Macan and soon to BMW's iX3 M models, this new AMG is expected to deliver power levels typically found in supercars.

      The SUV, entirely developed by AMG, will utilize three axial-flux motors from Yasa, a British engineering company now part of Mercedes. These motors are already being supplied for the production version of the GT XX prototype and are a key element of AMG's future electric strategy.

      According to Autocar, the German company is aiming for an output exceeding 900 horsepower, which will enable the AMG GLC to reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in less than three seconds, with a limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

      In addition to the axial-flux motors, the AMG GLC will differentiate itself through its battery design; while the standard model uses prismatic cells, the AMG variant will feature cylindrical cells that provide enhanced power density and thermal performance.

      Furthermore, it is reported that the system will include a new direct cooling mechanism to ensure the battery maintains optimal temperatures during intensive use.

      The electric GLC will come with standard DC charging capacities of up to 330 kW, allowing for an addition of 186 miles (300 km) of range in just 10 minutes. This performance ranks among the best in the industry, excluding Chinese competitors, but the AMG variant is expected to achieve charging speeds up to 400 kW.

      The enhancements extend beyond just power and charging capabilities. Engineers at AMG aim to ensure that the electric GLC embodies its performance credentials, equipping the SUV with a simulated multi-speed transmission to enhance the sense of mechanical engagement. This concept is similar to what Hyundai has introduced in its Ioniq 5 N and Ioniq 6 N performance electric vehicles.

      Additionally, the new model will feature a speaker system designed to replicate the sound of a combustion engine, akin to the setup found in the AMG GT XX.

      Earlier this month, spy photographers captured images of the AMG GLC undergoing testing for the first time. The prototype showcased new forged alloy wheels positioned within flared wheel arches and a prominent rear spoiler, suggesting an aggressive design for the final version. If everything proceeds as planned, it is expected to be released next year.

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The AMG GLC will feature three electric motors, a simulated transmission, and an engine sound reminiscent of an internal combustion engine.