Mercedes-AMG is poised to enter a new era of performance with plans to launch a fully self-reliant line of all-electric vehicles starting next year [[1]]. The move signals a important departure for the performance brand, which has historically focused on high-output combustion engines and electrified versions of existing Mercedes-Benz models.built on the new AMG.EA platform-designed for over 900 bhp and rapid DC charging-the first model will be a GT four-door coupé, previewed with a recent promotional campaign featuring actor Brad Pitt and Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 driver George Russell [[2]].
Mercedes-Benz’s high-performance AMG division will begin producing its own all-electric vehicles next year, moving beyond modifications of existing Mercedes EVs. The new models will be built on a dedicated platform, dubbed AMG.EA, and the company has already offered a glimpse of its ambitions with the AMG GT XX concept.
Mercedes-AMG is shifting gears, announcing plans to launch a line of independently developed electric vehicles starting next year. Previously focused on enhancing Mercedes-Benz’s electric offerings, the performance brand will now leverage its own dedicated platform, known as AMG.EA, to create a new generation of all-electric cars.
The first model to emerge from the AMG.EA platform will be the AMG GT four-door coupé, with a new teaser released ahead of its anticipated launch next year. To showcase the upcoming vehicle, Mercedes-AMG has enlisted the help of Hollywood actor Brad Pitt and Formula 1 driver George Russell, who races for Mercedes. The promotional video can be viewed here.
The teaser video emphasizes drifting and simulated engine sounds, addressing potential concerns that AMG’s electric vehicles might lack the auditory experience associated with its traditional combustion engines. While specific technical details remain under wraps, AMG has confirmed the new vehicles will feature a newly developed battery pack. Each cell within the battery will be oil-cooled to maintain optimal temperature during both operation and charging.
The battery chemistry will utilize a combination of nickel, cobalt, manganese, and aluminum, alongside a silicon-based anode. The exact silicon content hasn’t been disclosed, but the AMG GT XX concept boasts an energy density of 300 Wh/kg and supports charging speeds of up to 850 kW. It remains to be seen whether these specifications will carry over to the production version of the AMG GT. This focus on battery technology underscores the critical role of energy storage in the future of high-performance EVs.
The AMG GT will also incorporate axial-flow motors developed by Yasa, a company acquired by Mercedes-Benz in 2021 (learn more about different types of electric motors here). Axial-flow motors are known for delivering both high power and substantial torque. The AMG GT XX concept utilizes three of these motors – one on the front axle and two on the rear – generating a combined output of 1,000 kW, or 1,360 horsepower. The concept car is also reported to have a top speed of 224 mph (360 km/h).
