The high-performance C-Class has been spied with less disguise as it gears up for an approaching debut
- The Mercedes-AMG C-Class Electric is inching closer to production.
- Features a familiar design, but beefier brakes and an active spoiler.
- Sedan could have a tri-motor powertrain with around 789 hp.
Mercedes unveiled the C-Class Electric in April, so attention is now turning to the AMG variant. A prototype was recently spied undergoing testing in the Alps and it should be far more attractive than the latest GT 4-Door.
While the prototype is heavily camouflaged, it closely resembles the standard model. However, we can expect a fully enclosed version of the company’s Panamericana grille. The images also suggest the bumper will mimic the one found on the AMG Line variants.
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The sides more readily identify this as an AMG variant as we can see lightweight wheels that are backed up by a high-performance braking system. The latter feature ventilated discs as well as golden brake calipers. They’re joined by black mirror caps and familiar looking side skirts.
While it’s odd seeing an AMG variant without a four-tailpipe exhaust system, the C-Class EV appears to have an active rear spoiler. We also wouldn’t be surprised to find a sportier diffuser.
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Spy photographers didn’t get a look inside, but the cabin should largely carryover from the standard model. This means we can expect a minimalist interior with an MBUX Superscreen that consists of a 10.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14-inch infotainment system, and a 14-inch passenger display.
Customers should also be able to get a 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen, a dual wireless smartphone charger, and an illuminated panoramic glass roof. The model also offers Burmester 3D and 4D sound systems with stainless steel speaker grilles.
Since this is a high-performance variant, we can expect the interior will come equipped with an AMG steering wheel as well as standard sport seats. We also wouldn’t be surprised to find unique trim and special accents.
The C400 4MATIC Electric features a 94 kWh battery pack that feeds a dual-motor all-wheel drive system developing 482 hp (360 kW / 489 PS) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. This enables the model to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and have a WLTP range of up to 473 miles (762 km). Buyers will also find a 330 kW DC fast charging capability, which enables the car to get 202 miles (325 km) of range in as little as 10 minutes.
The AMG variant will undoubtedly be more powerful, but details remain hazy. However, rumors have suggested the car might have a tri-motor setup with around 789 hp (588 kW / 800 PS). That remains to be seen, but a debut could come later this year.
