Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX, the brand-new futuristic electric vehicle concept by the firm has been unveiled in India recently. The Vision EQXX was showcased at the third iteration of the Mercedes road safety campaign.
By Reetika Bhatt
Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has been officially unveiled in India, kicking off the third edition of the manufacturer's road safety campaign. So, without any further ado, let's take a look at Mercedes-Benz's brand-new EV concept, which promises an impressive range of over 1000 kilometres on a single charge.
In terms of exterior styling, the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept car looks fairly slick and elegant. In fact, the model's sloping roofline and lengthened rear section give it a distinctive appearance. According to the firm, this design has been used in order to make the Vision EQXX concept car as aerodynamic as possible.
Other design highlights of the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX include flush door handles, full-width LED taillamps, which almost reach the bottom of the rear bumper, a pair of compact-looking door-mounted rearview mirrors, and a set of aerodynamic-looking wheels.
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Thanks to its design, the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has a low drag coefficient of just 0.17cD. Instead of a metal 3-pointed star insignia, the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has it painted on the bonnet, which also contributes to the low drag coefficient of the car.
Although the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept may not resemble the carmaker' Formula 1 car at all, it has incorporated some of its technology to build a high-density battery pack, which is lightweight and compact. The battery claims to have a range of more than 1000 kilometres despite only having a 100kWh capacity. Furthermore, under optimal conditions, it can extend the range of long-distance trips by up to 25 kilometres.
The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX features a single 242bhp electric motor. Thanks to an effective drivetrain, 95% of the energy released from the battery is transferred to the wheels of the Vision EQXX. For comparison, the efficiency of a standard ICE engine is just about 30%.
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The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept car represents the near-term potential of the German carmaker and offers a sneak peek at a number of features and technological advancements that will possibly be present in the firm's upcoming electric vehicles.