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Mercedes AMG EQE53 and EQE43

Electrification of Mercedes vehicles continues with the recently introduced AMG models, EQE53 and EQE43. The Affalterbach company has made an effort to offer Mercedes electric models with a lot of potential.

Both models share design with other EQE models, and are equipped with adjustable suspension, 90.6 kWh battery pack that provides a range of 321 miles (518 kilometers), as well as optional carbon-ceramic brakes that ensure a safe stop and are a good option for the vehicle which weighs over 2.5 tons.

The Mercedes-AMG EQE53 and EQE43 are powered by two electric motors with different numbers of horsepower. The Mercedes-AMG EQE53 has 625 hp (460 kW) and 701 lb-ft (950 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 137 mph (220 km / h). If you want more power, there is an optional Dynamic Plus package that delivers 677 hp (498 kW) and 738 lb-ft (1,001 Nm) of torque, available in a limited time. In this case, the car reaches 62 mph in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 149 mph (240 km / h).

The smaller version, the EQE43, has 476 hp (350 kW) and 633 lb-ft (858 Nm) of torque. That’s enough power to reach 62 mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 130 mph (210 km / h).

The arrival of the Mercedes-AMG EQE53 and EQE43 is expected in a few months, and the EQE43 will not be offered in the US market.

Source: Mercedes

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BYD Yuan Plus

Car manufacturers try to attract customers in various ways, so besides the unusual design on offer can be even stranger equipment. One such car comes from China. It is a BYD Yuan Plus with a karaoke interior.

It is built on BYD E 3.0 with the latest electric vehicle architecture, which means it supports 800 volt charging and features BYD Blade battery technology. With rounded lines and common dimensions, this electric SUV looks like a modern crossover. However, the interior is what separates it from the rest of the offer.

Inside, in front of the driver is a 5-inch instrument cluster screen and a rotating 15.6-inch main infotainment screen. The entire interior of the vehicle is inspired by fitness and music. The seats are upholstered in a combination of blue and white leather with red stitchings. On the door pocket are three red strings, which produce different tones of sound when you pull them. The door handles are mounted on speakers located on the door. If you ask, those it have karaoke? The answer is yes.

The BYD Yuan Plus is powered by a front-mounted electric motor with 204 hp (150 kW) and 230 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque, allowing the car to reach 62 mph in 7.3 seconds. The car is available with two battery packs, 50 and 60 kWh, which allows a range of 267 to 316 miles (430 – 510 km).

When it comes to price, BYD Yuan Plus costs between $ 21,000 and $ 24,000 in the Chinese market.

Source: Wheelsboy via YouTube

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Alfa Romeo Tonale Quadrifoglio as EV

Following the recently unveiled Alfa Romeo Tonale, the Italian carmaker is currently developing the Tonale Quadrifoglio. This information was confirmed by Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato.

Although there is no information on car design, that didn’t stop X-Tomi Design from guessing what it might look like. According to their estimate, the car will have a redesigned front bumper, lower suspension, wider fenders, additional vents, widened sills, carbon roof, a larger rear spoiler, a new set of rims and larger brakes.

Alfa Romeo’s global product manager Daniel Tiago Guzzafame also said that there is a possibility of producing an electric version of Tonale, but before deciding on production, it is necessary to check whether there is a demand for this type of vehicle. This is to be expected as Alfa Romeo’s plan is to become a fully electric brand by 2027.

Tonale Quadrifoglio would become a rival to the Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4Matic and the Audi RS Q3 Sportback. Currently the most powerful Tonale is a plug-in hybrid with 272 hp (200 kW), so the Quadrifoglio can be expected to offer between 350 and 400 hp. The fully electric Tonale Quadrifoglio is not excluded either.

Source: Drive.com.au, X-Tomi Design via Facebook