Mercedes AMG GLC EV to do 0-100 kph in under 3 seconds

New Delhi: The performance division of Mercedes-Benz, AMG, have started work on a sporty version of the all-electric GLC SUV, which will be the top trim of the model’s range. It is expected to be revealed next year, and the Mercedes-AMG GLC EV will be among the most powerful models to be made by the brand from Affalterbach. 

AMG’s version of the electric SUV is based on the GLC EV that was previously revealed at Munich, but the battery and drivetrain will heavily take cues from AMG GT XX, which comes with a 144 kW battery powering three motors with a total output of 1,360 bhp. The AMG GLC EV will come with three axial-flux motors, one on the front axle and two at the back, with output being above 900 bhp.

The standard version of the GLC EV makes just 374 bhp in the RWD version and 490 bhp in the AWD version. In fact, the AMG GLC EV’s output figures will likely make it a competitor of the range-topping Porsche Cayenne Electric, which comes with two motors making 1000 bhp and around 1500 Nm of torque. AMG is said to be targeting a 0-100 kph time of under 3 seconds and will be electronically limited to 250 kph. 

Technical specification could also include simulated gearshift mode like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and a V8 sound simulator as well.

While the standard Mercedes GLC EV uses prismatic cells, the AMG version will be using the new cylindrical cells, which is claimed to have better power density and thermal characteristics. The 800V battery pack will feature a direct cooling system, where coolant flows around every individual cell in order to maintain maximum operating temperatures.

Plus, the new thermal battery management system not only betters in increasing the fast charging capabilities by around 70 kW but is important for sustaining high discharge rates required to power the triple-motor configuration, making for rapid heat dispel during driving on track.