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IAA Mobility 2023: Mercedes Concept CLA Class aims to explore distant horizons - and the future
The Concept CLA Class revealed at the IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich is intended to offer a near-production preview of the future vehicle family for entry into the Mercedes-Benz brand - and at the same time serve as a "gap filler" for bold competitors, whether from California, Korea, or China. The Swabian electric vehicle was designed on the upcoming platform with the grandiose name Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA). The new entry into the star-studded world will include four new models - a four-door coupé, a shooting brake, and two SUVs - each with significantly enhanced product substance. The model family is meant to provide the Benz-feeling, extensive equipment, more comfort and safety, modern technology, and a consistently implemented sustainability value.
The Concept CLA is lavishly titled as a "Hypermiler" and with a range of more than 750 kilometers (WLTP) and an electricity consumption of only 12 kWh/100 km, is supposed to approach the "one-liter car for the electric age," as Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group, touted. He even speaks of technology leadership.
“The technology underlying the Concept CLA Class builds on many insights from the VISION EQXX technology program," adds Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Chief Technology Officer.
Efficiency has been maximized by minimizing losses in the 800-volt electric drive system. Additionally, an innovative battery cell chemistry and a high degree of integration of the battery pack enable a high energy density. The 175 kW permanent magnet synchronous machine is coupled with a two-speed gearbox and drives the rear wheels. The entire drive package is said to weigh only 110 kilograms. The Swabians promise 93 percent efficiency from the battery to the wheel.
The Electric Drive Unit has a significantly lower share—almost zero percent—of heavy rare earth elements compared to previous generations. Not only is cell production intended to be CO₂-neutral, but also cathode production. This aims to reduce the CO₂ footprint of the cells by 40 percent. Further emission reductions are achieved through the use of renewable energies in the extraction and refinement of raw materials, according to the promise. Also new at "Daimler": V2G capability. When the vehicle is connected to a compatible bidirectional DC charging station, it becomes an energy storage unit that can, for example, store solar power for later use.
At the same time, the new operating system "MB.OS" forms the basis for a user interface and an "exceptional user experience (UI/UX) through the MBUX Superscreen," as the Swabians rave. The Concept CLA Class is also characterized by sustainable materials throughout its structure and interior. The range extends from almost CO₂-free steel and CO₂-reduced aluminum to sustainably produced and processed leather covers to trim elements made of paper.
Translated automatically from German.
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