The first pictures and details of the Mercedes SLS AMG E-cell concept have leaked onto the internet.
The all-wheel drive prototype is reportedly powered by four electric motors, which each rev to 12,000rpm. Total power output of the four motors is 519bhp, while 649lb ft of torque is produced.
See the leaked Mercedes SLS AMG E-cell pics
The E-cell can get from 0-62mph in a claimed 4.0sec.
Its lithium polymer batteries are split between a box behind the cockpit and the centre tunnel.
Other modifications include a new rear diffuser to produce more downforce, while multi-link front suspension with push-rod dampers now features at the front due to the extra space taken up by the front electric motors.
Production of the E-cell is set to begin in 2013.
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Re: Mercedes SLS E-cell leaks out
looks awful.
i wonder if it has enough range to do a lap of the nurburgring? 500+bhp of electricity consumption over 11miles?
to do the practice laps thery would need a spare battery pack for each lap i bet. would take days to get a decent time.
Re: Mercedes SLS E-cell leaks out
If Autocar found the petrol version cold and soulness, god knows what they'll make of the E-Cell without that stunning V8.