The “Generation EQ” concept car from Mercedes-Benz, with the appearance of a sporty SUV coupé, gives a preview of a new generation of vehicles with battery-electric drives.
Celebrating its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show, “Generation EQ” is the forerunner of Mercedes-Benz’s new product brand for electric mobility, EQ, built on a scalable platform that will underpin a whole new range of electric cars.
The dynamic exterior design with its new electro-look underlines the focus on the powerful electric drive system: Two electric motors, with a system output that can be increased to up to 300 kW thanks to scalable battery components, and permanent all-wheel drive deliver the guarantee of dynamic high-level performance.
With a range of up to 300 miles and the typical Mercedes strengths of safety, comfort, functionality and connectivity, “Generation EQ” offers a fusion of appealing design, exceptional driving pleasure, high everyday practicality and maximum safety.
It also boasts an entirely new interior concept; a driver-oriented cockpit with simple, touch-based controls with a new electro-look consistently reflecting the exterior styling. The asymmetrical design of the instrument panel with its large, floating wide-screen display is tailored to the driver.
Bordered in rose gold, the centre console appears to float in space: Dispensing with mechanical controls, it is equipped with touch-sensitive elements. Similarly to the touch controls on the steering wheel, the driver can use a finger to operate the automatic climate control and the infotainment system.
Although it’s a concept, the platform for the Generation EQ is virtually production ready and we look forward to its UK arrival in 2018.
