Mercedes-Benz Unveils Innovative Electric Concept Vehicles Outperforming Tesla in Range
Mercedes-Benz has recently introduced a series of groundbreaking “close-to-production” concept vehicles poised to surpass Tesla’s electric cars in terms of range, offering a remarkable 466-mile range on a single charge, in contrast to Tesla’s models, which achieve less than 380 miles.
This remarkable development, showcased at the IAA Mobility auto show in Munich, comprises the Concept CLA Class, featuring four distinct models encompassing a sedan, a station wagon, and two SUV variants. The exact production timeline has not yet been disclosed by the German automaker.
These forthcoming vehicles are expected to boast an impressive range exceeding 750 kilometers (466 miles), significantly surpassing Tesla’s Model 3 and Model S, both known for their highest ranges of approximately 375 miles per charge.
Furthermore, at the same event, BMW revealed a groundbreaking electric vehicle concept, highlighting a more extensive range and enhanced charging capabilities, underscoring German automakers’ commitment to compete in the growing electric vehicle market.
BMW’s Vision Neue Klasse vehicle, still in the conceptual stage, showcases newly developed battery cells with a capacity to store over 20% more energy than the brand’s previous iterations. This advancement is anticipated to improve charging speed and range by up to 30% compared to previous BMW models.
Frank Weber, a BMW board member, commented, “With the Neue Klasse, we have embarked on the biggest investment in the company’s history.” The vehicle is slated for release in 2025.
For Mercedes, the Concept CLA Class represents a significant entry into an entirely new segment of all-electric entry-level vehicles, strategically aimed at widening their customer base, according to CEO Ola Källenius. He emphasized that these vehicles could conveniently complete a journey from Munich to Hamburg on a single charge, addressing a common concern among EV consumers, range anxiety.
Källenius also hinted at an upcoming electric variant of the G class, a line of SUVs, which could potentially compete with Tesla’s Model Y, a compact SUV.
UBS analysts, in a recent report, expressed confidence in Mercedes’ product roadmap for the next two to three years, having received a preview of the company’s latest models. Additionally, Mercedes’ management has conveyed their optimism that the new electric vehicles will achieve similar profitability as their gas-powered counterparts, indicating a promising future for the brand in the electric vehicle market.