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Mercedes-Benz is developing a smaller version of the G-Class

After yesterday’s presentation of the Mercedes-Benz CLA Concept, the German automaker could soon launch a smaller version of the G-Class. This news was confirmed by the CEO of Mercedes-Benz Ola Kallenius.

During Kallenius’ speech about the upcoming smaller SUV, a teaser of the future, new G-Class was shown in the background. He confirmed that the new G-Class will be fully electric and that the development of this model is not an easy task, especially due to the fact that the expectations are high and that the company fully understands how much responsibility it has. He also added that the car will be easily recognizable and equally fun to drive on all terrains.

At the beginning of the year, there were rumors about this model, which have now been confirmed by the CEO of Mercedes-Benz. At that time, the German business newspaper Handelsblatt wrote about the arrival of the new G-Class on the market in the next three years. However, Mercedes has not confirmed when the car will be unveiled.

Although there is not enough information for now, it is assumed that the car will be developed on the MMA platform, which is not exclusively developed for electric cars, but can also be used for cars powered by internal combustion engines.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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2024 Renault Scenic E-Tech

In 1991, Renault presented a new concept car, the Renault S.C.E.N.I.C, and five years later this multi-purpose vehicle entered production. After four successful generations, the French car manufacturer decided to present the fifth generation but as an electric SUV, the Renault Scenic E-Tech.

With a length of 4.47 meters, a width of 1.86 m, a height of 1,571, it has a wheelbase of 2.78 m, which is 10 cm longer than the Megane E-Tech. Environmentally sustainable materials were used in the construction, while the natural leather in the cabin was completely removed. 24% of the materials are recycled, including the bonnet which is made from 80% recycled aluminium.

Inside, there is a new 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, and a 12-inch centrally located screen with OpenR Link multimedia system. The extremely spacious car offers 545 liters of luggage space, or 1,670 liters with the rear bench folded down. The Android Automotive OS 12 operating system is also standard, so passengers will be able to use more than 50 Google applications.

When it comes to the powertrain, buyers will be able to choose between two versions with 170 hp (125 kW) and 206 lb-ft (280 Nm) of torque, and 220 hp (162 kW) and 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) of torque moment. More importantly, the Scenic E-Tech will be offered with two types of batteries: a 60 kWh battery that provides a range of 420 km and an 87 kWh battery for a range of 620 km. Thanks to the 150 kW rapid charger, a 30-minute charge enables two hours of driving.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA Concept

Today begins one of the world’s largest mobility trade fairs, IAA MOBILITY, and the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz presented its new electric concept CLA.

This stylish coupe comes with a new illuminated front fascia and distinctive headlights that display the Mercedes logo, a windshield that blends into the gently sloping roof, streamlined bodywork, and a longer wheelbase that will provide more space for rear seat passengers.

Inside, minimalist elegance infused with technology with seats covered in two-tone Nappa leather that can also be seen on the door panels. An elegantly designed dashboard with five screens, of which the three central screens use the brand new BM.OS operating system powered by a water-cooled NVIDIA processor. This system can be adjusted to the personal preferences of the driver and has a high degree of adaptability. It also offers a virtual assistant and a private gallery for displaying images from the NFT wallet.

Mercedes-Benz CLA will be powered by a single electric engine with 235 hp (173 kW). The car is built on the MMA modular platform and will be offered in the production version with two different batteries, lithium iron phosphate and silicon oxide. The company has not confirmed, but some rumors say it could have a range of 750 kilometers. Thanks to the 250 kW DC fast charger, a 15-minute charge enables a range of 400 kilometers. Mercedes talked about the possibility of two-way charging that will enable Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) functions.

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