At the Beijing Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz debuted with 1 world premiere, 7 China premieres and auto show debuts, 8 models of all brands launched in China, 21 models and forward-looking digital technology. The new Mercedes-Benz modular architecture MMA platform and self-developed operating architecture MB.OS are comprehensively advanced in terms of mechanical performance, driving experience, luxury enjoyment, intelligence and digitalization, surpassing Mercedes-Benz in Mercedes-Benz.
G-Class Off-Road Vehicle: The world's first luxury pure electric hard-core off-road vehicle is launched
Since its birth in 1979, the G-class off-road vehicle has become an off-road totem in the hearts of countless people with its classic shape and hard-core off-road performance. The all-new Mercedes-Benz all-electric G-Class off-road vehicle made its world premiere, becoming the world's first luxury all-electric hard-core off-road vehicle.
The all-new all-electric G-Class inherits the iconic square box shape, round headlights and mechanical door handles, showing the pure "big G" style. The new closed grille is surrounded by LED light strips, and the classic spare wheel cover is replaced by a tool-ready rear trim box, giving the classic a pioneering touch. The all-new all-electric G-Class off-road vehicle retains the non-load-bearing body, with a double-layer battery pack embedded in it, and a high-strength underbody protective plate composed of composite materials made of intelligent technology, which can effectively protect the battery pack while ensuring the rigidity of the body. Four independent wheel motors provide 432 kW and 1,164 Nm of power, each with a dedicated two-speed gearbox, and through torque vectoring, the "electric virtual triple differential lock" can be realized, and the locking response is as fast as milliseconds, and the vehicle still has the ability to steer in the locked state. The two-speed gearbox provides electric low-speed off-road gear, and the 2:1 gear ratio adds to the already abundant torque.
With an electrified classic off-road trio, the all-new all-electric G-Class still achieves 100% (45 degrees) of climbing ability with ease, while its 850mm wading depth is more powerful than the petrol G-Class. Electric technology also brings an intelligent "new off-road three-piece suit" to the new pure electric G-class off-road vehicle, expanding more fun off-road travel with electric energy. The "off-road crawl" mode helps the driver focus on steering in three cruising modes when climbing or descending hills, the "G-STEERING" function effectively shortens the turning radius and easily conquers extreme hairpin corners, and the "G-TURN" function enables 360-degree steering on the spot, allowing the driver to return to the same path without repeatedly making U-turns or reversing on narrow roads. The all-new all-electric G-Class off-road vehicle has a range of about 570 kilometers in CLTC mode, and can conquer the summit of Sherkel 14 times on a single charge, which is equivalent to completing the challenge of climbing Mount Everest. The exclusive G-Class sound further enhances the exclusive experience of the G-Class off-road vehicle in the electric digital age.
The all-new Mercedes-Benz G 500 and the all-new Mercedes-AMG G 63 also made their debut at the show. It comes standard with the ISG intelligent motor system, which delivers an additional 15 kW of power and 200 Nm of torque in a short period of time, taking performance to the next level. The all-new G 500 is equipped with a high-efficiency 3.0-litre inline-six engine, which is dual-supercharged with an exhaust gas turbocharger and an electrically assisted supercharger, bringing 330 kW and 560 Nm of power, and a 0-100 acceleration time of 5.4 seconds, 0.5 seconds faster than the previous G 500. The all-new AMG G 63 is powered by the AMG 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine, which accelerates from zero to 100 in 4.3 seconds. It features AMG Active Ride Control suspension with Active Hydraulic Roll Stabilisation, which replaces the traditional mechanical anti-roll bar with active hydraulic components, which allows the wheels to touch the ground as much as possible when the body rolls sharply, greatly improving climbing ability and off-road comfort. The new "digital off-road cockpit" allows a number of professional off-road parameters to be reached at one touch.
The Mercedes-AMG G 63 Jiachen Collector's Edition is available in China at a suggested retail price of 2,920,000 yuan and is limited to 1,000 units worldwide. ITS BODYWORK IS FINISHED IN MANUFAKTUR MATTE NIGHT BLACK, WITH A CLASH OF BLACK AND GOLD AESTHETICS, INSPIRED BY THE FIRST G-CLASS OFF-ROAD VEHICLE IN 1979 AND A TESTAMENT TO THE G-CLASS'S "TIMELESSNESS" LEGEND.
Mercedes-AMG: The fastest AMG production car in history
Born on the racetrack, Mercedes-AMG has always been committed to bringing motorsport technology to the road. THE ALL-NEW MERCEDES-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE, WHICH MADE ITS WORLD PREMIERE DURING THE FORMULA 1 CHINESE GRAND PRIX, AND THE ALL-NEW MERCEDES-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC SUV AND COUPE SUV THAT WENT ON SALE TODAY, ARE EQUIPPED WITH PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES DERIVED FROM FORMULA 1 CARS, BRINGING AN EXTRAORDINARY DRIVING EXPERIENCE THAT TAKES FORMULA 1 ON THE ROAD.
THE ALL-NEW AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE adds a new AMG member to the "2-Second Club". It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 320 km/h, making it the "fastest AMG production car ever". IT IS EQUIPPED WITH E PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY DERIVED FROM FORMULA 1 CARS, WITH THE "ONE MAN, ONE MACHINE" M177 AMG 4.0-LITRE V8 TWIN-TURBO ENGINE LOCATED ON THE FRONT AXLE, AND THE REAR AXLE IS PAIRED WITH A HIGH-EFFICIENCY ELECTRIC MOTOR PAIRED WITH AN ELECTRIC TWO-SPEED GEARBOX, ACHIEVING A COMBINED MAXIMUM POWER OF 600 KILOWATTS AND A COMBINED TORQUE OF AN ASTONISHING 1,420 NM.
For the first time, AMG's self-developed high-performance battery adopts direct cooling technology, which allows all 560 cells to be cooled separately to keep it at the optimal operating temperature of around 45 degrees Celsius to maintain the best charging and discharging performance at all times, and with the energy management system derived from Formula 1 cars, sufficient power to ensure that 100% power is released at any time. Active aerodynamics are used throughout the bodywork, with AMG's exclusive carbon fibre module under the front apron that automatically protrudes down at high speeds, using the Venturi effect to increase the traction of the front end, while the 5-level adjustable active rear wing provides strong downforce for superior handling performance.
The all-new Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC SUV and coupe SUV were launched in China at MSRP of CNY 666,700 and CNY 699,000. As the first SUV model in the AMG 43 family to be equipped with a "one person, one engine" engine, it is equipped with the first M139 longitudinal AMG four-cylinder engine that applies the electric exhaust gas turbocharging technology of an F1 car, and is known as "the strongest four-cylinder production engine on the surface". The 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine has a maximum output of 310 kW and a maximum torque of 500 Nm, while the 2.0-litre turbocharging technology solves the problem of slow turbo response of large turbos, and the new AMG GLC 43 SUV family can reach 100 in just 4.8 seconds with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed gearbox. For the first time, it is equipped with a rear-wheel active steering system, which makes the body more responsive and stable.
The outside-in, AMG-exclusive design reflects the true AMG pedigree of the all-new AMG GLC 43 SUV family. The AMG waterfall grille is topped by the refreshed AMG family crest, and the digital headlights on either side are standard across the range. The aerodynamic design throughout the body, combined with the AMG Night Package, gives it a sporty look. The racing-inspired AMG control unit and the AMG TRACK PACE virtual race engineer in-car app allow customers to enjoy track technology.
Mercedes-Maybach: Launches the first mass-produced all-electric Maybach
The all-new Mercedes-Maybach EQS electric SUV was officially launched with two models, the Lile Edition and the Lishang Edition, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of 1,595,000 yuan and 1,915,000 yuan, making it the most luxurious electric vehicle of Mercedes-Benz. The three-pronged star emblem standing on the hood is recognizable with a black closed grille with vertical chrome trim, the brand's signature two-tone paint finish and the subtle Maybach badge that accentuates the bodywork.
The all-new Mercedes-Maybach EQS electric SUV is the first Mercedes-Benz model to feature automatic comfort doors in both the front and rear rows, and it is also the first four-seater large luxury electric model from Mercedes-Benz, bringing first-class exclusivity into the electric era. The standard rear seats have a backrest adjustment angle of up to 43.5 degrees, seat heating for the neck and shoulders, and a massage function with 8 modes to cover the calf area. The rear is equipped with two 11.6-inch displays and an MBUX rear tablet, as well as folding tables, coolers, silver-plated champagne glasses and more, combined with personalized lighting, the exclusive No.12 Sandalwood Secret fragrance, the Burmester® 4D surround sound system and Dolby Atmos ® to create a multi-sensory immersive experience.
The all-new Mercedes-Maybach EQS electric SUV is an electric Maybach with an output of 470 kilowatts and a range of up to 611 kilometers. The air suspension with Adaptive Damping System Plus (ADS+) raises the chassis by up to 25 mm, making it easy to walk across the countryside. The standard electric intelligent all-wheel drive system uses 10,000 power monitoring times per minute to unleash powerful power calmly. The rear-wheel active steering system of 10 degrees to the left and right makes the turning diameter as low as 11 meters, making it easy to navigate through the alleys.
The Mercedes-Maybach S-Class sedan was launched with two models, the S 580 Polar Night Edition and the S 680 Extreme Night Edition, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of 2,873,000 yuan and 3,641,000 yuan, and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV Extreme Night Edition, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of 2,788,000 yuan. The Polar Night Edition adopts the avant-garde and bold Polar Night style components, with the three-pronged star emblem, Maybach vertical grille, front and rear bumpers, B-pillars, body trims, door handles and many other body details decorated with black chrome elements, revealing the charm of the Polar Night. The headlights are black, inlaid in rose gold, and embellished with the Maybach badge. The Polar Night Edition features exclusive wheels arranged by several black Maybach badges. Entering the car, the exclusive boot animation of the car machine presents a black brand badge with backlighting, and with the exclusive atmosphere light mode of the Polar Night Edition, the streamer glows with mystery. The interior is made of dark brown open-pore walnut wood trim with an exclusive fishbone pattern, which shows a sense of exquisite design in the heart of the most beautiful craftsmanship.
Mercedes-Benz: The product strength has been upgraded across the board, and the E-Class family has added a new choice
The all-new Mercedes-Benz long-wheelbase plug-in hybrid E-Class made its debut at the show, while the all-new Mercedes-Benz Standard Wheelbase E-Class Sport was launched with three models: E 260 Sport, E 300 Fashion Sport, and E 300 Luxury Sport, with a suggested retail price range of CNY 459,200 to CNY 564,200. Whether it is a long-wheelbase plug-in hybrid model or a standard wheelbase sports model, the all-new E-Class is equipped with Qualcomm 8295 intelligent cockpit chip and 5G communication technology as standard, and adopts the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-computer interaction system to create an immersive intelligent cockpit. The newly upgraded "Mind Reading Voice Assistant" and AutoNavi customized navigation bring a more intelligent and humanized human-computer interaction experience.
The all-new E 350 e L is based on Mercedes-Benz's fourth-generation plug-in hybrid technology, and has two complete power drive systems, both fuel and electric, which are both dynamic and economical, and can enjoy preferential new energy license policies in some cities. The highly integrated power unit achieves a powerful performance of 230 kW and 550 Nm, and the fuel consumption can be as low as 1.23 liters per 100 km. The 25.4 kWh battery can achieve a pure electric range of 106 kilometers (WLTP mode), and can be charged from 10% to 80% in 20 minutes in DC charging mode, and there are 5 driving modes of battery power mode, electric mode, hybrid mode, sports mode, and personalized mode, and 3 energy recovery modes of D+ no energy recovery, D-enhanced energy recovery, and D standard energy recovery, so as to achieve the perfect coexistence of energy saving, energy replenishment and performance.
The all-new E 350 e L not only has an all-round power system of gasoline and electricity, but also has more than 10 exclusive rear luxury additions, such as the extended rear seat cushion, the rear "boss button", the luxury rear center armrest, the rear continuous surround ambient lighting, and the rear extended center console with ambient lighting and wood decorations, bringing a luxury experience such as "power plus one, enjoy such as E".
The "Night Star" grille of the new standard wheelbase E-Class Sport is complemented by the new AMG Body Style Package, the Night Package and three AMG wheels. The new standard wheelbase E-Class offers a wide range of options for those looking for an express personality, including the addition of Green Gravel Silver Metallic Paint, a total of 10 paint colours and six interior combinations. The new standard wheelbase E-class is equipped with the M254 2.0T engine with a 48-volt ISG intelligent motor system as standard, and on the basis of power improvement, the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is reduced by up to 1.59 liters compared with the previous generation model, demonstrating its leading advantages of quiet starting, smooth acceleration and low fuel consumption.
The latest facelifted Mercedes-Benz EQE pure electric SUV was officially launched, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price range of 486,000 yuan to 630,600 yuan. In terms of power, the whole system has been upgraded to 300 kilowatts of power output, and the acceleration to 100 kilometers is as low as 5.1 seconds. The facelifted EQE 500 4MATIC is a new all-electric SUV with air suspension that filters out chassis vibrations and automatically lifts the body up to 25 mm. The new UWB digital key is added to the whole series, which is safe and convenient, and can also share the car with relatives and friends anytime and anywhere by sharing the digital key. The facelifted EQE electric SUV is equipped with 5G communication technology and offers unlimited data for three years, allowing customers to enjoy an extremely fast online entertainment experience.
The all-new Mercedes-Benz CLE Convertible Coupe made its debut in China, and for the first time, the sound-insulated fabric soft top features a purely motor-driven opening and closing mechanism, which makes the opening and closing process even quieter, and the canopy can be opened and closed in 20 seconds at speeds up to 60 km/h. The interior features a floating design, with the central display deflected 6 degrees towards the driver and the tilt angle electrically adjustable between 15 and 40 degrees, effectively avoiding the glare caused by the reflection of sunlight when convertible, emphasizing the driver-centric design concept of the cabin. The standard AIRCAP® and AIRSCARF® systems provide exclusive open-top fun for customers in all seasons, regardless of the heat or cold. In addition, the leather seats are coated with a special coating that reflects near-infrared light, and when exposed to direct sunlight, the surface temperature is 12 degrees Celsius lower than that of the uncoated seats, giving customers a cool ride, combined with a full-time all-wheel drive system and sports suspension.
The sporty and elegant new CLE Convertible Coupe features a class-leading size, a low body and a long wheelbase of 2,865 mm, complemented by a "sharknose" nose, short front overhangs, long rear overhangs and a muscular side shoulder line. The all-new CLE convertible coupe adopts the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-machine interaction system, allowing customers to enjoy the latest experience of Mercedes-Benz intelligent interaction.
"Hyper-personalized" forward-looking technology to create a digital electric future
The Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Concept showcased the Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) platform and the new MB.OS operating system, a self-developed new architecture, for electrification and digitalization.
The CLA-Class Concept is a new interpretation of the "sensual and pure" design language, with star-shaped front and rear LED light clusters, a continuous daytime running light strip and a 3D three-dimensional star emblem covering the front grille. The "hyper-analogue" cabin features a floating design with a large number of luminescent trims, and the seats and door trims are embossed with a laurel wreath emblem that symbolizes the Mercedes-Benz brand, combining technology and luxury, digital and analogue. At the same time, the interior also uses a variety of sustainable materials such as innovative paper materials, bamboo fibers, leather made with sustainable processes, recycled PET, etc.
The MMA platform adopts a full-range 800-volt high-voltage platform, and high-voltage components such as batteries, motors, electronic controls, and air-conditioning compressors are redeveloped and adapted to 800-volt voltages. Mercedes-Benz's self-developed new high-efficiency electric drive unit MB.EDU, highly integrated motor, two-speed gearbox and electronic control system, weighs less than 100 kilograms, has an energy conversion efficiency of up to 93% from the battery to the wheels, and achieves excellent energy consumption as low as about 12 kilowatt-hours per 100 kilometers and a cruising range of more than 750 kilometers (WLTP mode), shaping the "1-liter fuel car" in the electric era. The MMA platform supports DC fast charging of up to 300 kW, which can add 400 km of range in 15 minutes. The MMA platform also supports fuel models, bringing a new generation of Mercedes-Benz families with both fuel and electricity. The first production car of the MMA platform will be the first to be produced in China in 2025 and will be designed to be extended.
MB. OS is independently developed by Mercedes-Benz and can cover a new architecture from the vehicle to the cloud. MB. The OS covers intelligent cockpit, autonomous driving, body comfort, driving and charging, and communication modules, which will break the platform limitations and allow each car to have the same digital genes, which is the "central nervous system" of every Mercedes-Benz car in the future. Thanks to the decoupling of software and hardware and data-driven learning capabilities, vehicles can be frequently OTA, often used and always new, and can evolve for life. The Chinese R&D team worked closely with the global R&D center to develop MB.OS, and combined with the advantages of the local market to lead the development of intelligent cockpit and autonomous driving functions, to better meet the needs of Chinese customers. It uses Qualcomm 8295 chip, which increases CPU computing power by 72% and GPU performance by 91% compared with the previous generation, supporting a smarter, more luxurious, and more immersive cockpit experience with high computing power. NVIDIA DRIVE Orin chips can achieve a single computing power of up to 254TOPS, with a new generation of sensor hardware including lidar, and machine learning solutions, which can not only achieve L2 high-level intelligent driving in all scenarios covering cities and highways, but also achieve L3 autonomous driving. Based on generative AI, real-time graphics rendering technology powered by game engines, highly networked sensors and actuators, and Mercedes-Benz Smart Cloud, MB.OS also provides customers with MBUX virtual assistant, MBUX immersive navigation, child safety monitoring system, accurate range prediction and "first-class" driving charging services to achieve an "ultra-personalized" human-vehicle interaction experience.
Need for Speed ™: The Assembly has landed in the Mercedes-Benz Smart Cockpit, bringing a richer in-car entertainment ecosystem. Mercedes-Benz models equipped with the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-machine interaction system are scheduled to be available to customers through OTA updates by the end of this year.