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Stuttgart, Germany and Las Vegas, NV, USA

Mercedes-Benz shapes the mobility of tomorrow.

This is proven by the brand with the star again at the beginning of the new year at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from 9 to 12 January 2018.

The world premiere of the completely new infotainment system “Mercedes-Benz User Experience” (MBUX)  will be  the focal point.

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But Las Vegas is also the final destination of the Intelligent World Drive, which Mercedes-Benz used to test automated driving functions on all five continents.

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In addition, Mercedes-Benz will also show the showcars Concept EQA, smart vision EQ fortwo and the Mercedes-AMGProject ONE – three models that demonstrate the possibilities of electric mobility and autonomous driving in a wide variety of ways.

CASE is the new corporate strategy of Mercedes-Benz and combines the four mega-trends that will fundamentally change the concept of mobility in the coming years. Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

This means that products and concepts focusing on the four strategic pillars of Connected, Autonomous, Shared & Services and Electric will again be presented this year.

CASE is the new corporate strategy of Mercedes-Benz and combines the four mega-trends that will fundamentally change the concept of mobility in the coming years.


The Concept EQA – Electric athlete.

Electric initiative is gathering pace.

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“With the Mercedes-Benz Concept EQA, our electric initiative is gathering pace: by 2022 Mercedes-Benz Cars will have more than ten all-electric vehicles on the market,” stated Dr Dieter Zetsche, CEO of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars.

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Featuring one electric motor at the front axle and one at the rear, the electric athlete has a system output of over 200 kW.

The drive characteristics can be altered by varying the permanent all-wheel drive's front to rear torque distribution.

The Concept EQA shows which program has been selected on a unique virtual radiator grille.


Range of around 400 kilometres.

In combination with the intelligent Mercedes-Benzoperating strategy, the Concept EQA achieves a range of around 400 kilometres, depending on the battery capacity installed.

The highly efficient lithium-ion battery with pouch cells is supplied by the Daimler subsidiary Deutsche ACCUMOTIVE.

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Thanks to their modular design, the innovative battery systems have a model-specific total capacity of over 60 kWh.

The Concept EQA can be charged via induction or wallbox and is also ready for rapid charging.

The vision for using public charging stations is “seamless charging”: this Mercedes me-based service makes it easy to charge and pay at different charging stations.


Design idiom of Sensual Purity.

At the same time, the Concept EQA is another example of the logical evolution of the Sensual Purity design idiom: sharp edges and lines have been significantly reduced.

One example of the new electric aesthetic is the light technology which features laser fibres.

Here a laser-activated medium is embedded in the centre of a fibre-optic cable.

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The eye-catching spiral-shaped light signet underlines the electric concept, its design evoking the copper windings of an electric motor and the animation visualising electrical impulses.


High driving dynamics thanks to different drive programmes.

The two drive programmes “Sport” and “Sport Plus” offer a different front to rear torque distribution, allowing a choice of individual drive characteristics.

The black panel at the front end acts as a virtual radiator grille and changes its look according to the drive programme.

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In the “Sport” drive programme, the grille depicts a flaming wing in horizontal format, while in “Sport Plus” mode vertical struts in the style of a Panamericana radiator grille are displayed.


EQ: New electric mobility brand.

EQ offers a comprehensive electric mobility ecosystem of products, services, technologies and innovations.

The spectrum ranges from electric vehicles to charging services and home energy storage units.

The name EQ stands for “Electric Intelligence” and is derived from the Mercedes-Benz brand values of “Emotion and Intelligence”.

The new brand encompasses all key aspects for customer-focused electric mobility and extends beyond the vehicle itself.

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Future models will embody the essentials of state-of-the-art electric mobility: the fusion of emotively appealing and intelligent design, exceptional driving pleasure, high everyday practicality and maximum safety, a hallmark of every vehicle from the inventor of the automobile.

The first series-produced model of the new EQ product brand, the EQC, is set to be produced at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen from 2019.

It is based on the Concept EQ exhibited in Paris last year.


Charging in less than 10 minutes.

The vehicle can be charged via induction or wallbox and is also ready for rapid charging.

At a rapid charging station the Concept EQA can be charged enough in less than 10 minutes to produce a range of 100 km.

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In addition to its internal development and production expertise and its modular strategy for alternative powertrains, part of Daimler AG’s philosophy is to ensure that it has direct access to key components for electric mobility.


Intelligently connected charging solutions.

Mercedes-Benz already offers an extensive charging infrastructure for electric cars, including the free “Charge&Pay” app for convenient recharging at public charging stations as well as – for home-owners and businesses – stationary energy storage units for the power generated by photovoltaic or solar systems.

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In future maintaining the power supply will be even more straightforward, thanks to charge management and the intelligent charging station search.

With Mercedes-me-based charging, the customer remains within the Mercedes-Benzelectromobile ecosystem and gets all of the services from a single source.


Full coverage infrastructure at loading stations.

Intelligently networked charging solutions form an integral part of the Mercedes-Benz Cars electric mobility initiative, as customer acceptance of electric mobility is closely associated with the availability of a comprehensive infrastructure.

In spring 2017, Daimler AG became lead investor in the US charging solution provider ChargePoint Inc.

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The aim of this strategic investment is to significantly expand the portfolio in the area of intelligent charging solutions and to provide the customer with an all-embracing, premium electric mobility service.


The plug-in hybrid

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Is Mercedes-Benz traditionally always the right place to come?

Yes.
The dynamism and efficiency of an electric motor with external charging function for daily driving in the city combined with the range of an internal combustion engine: enjoy the best of both worlds with the plug-in hybrid.

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The C 350 e Saloon

Its plug-in-hybrid technology allows optimum efficiency, impressive dynamism and, thanks to the option of pre-entry climate control, hitherto undreamed-of comfort.
Plus hallmark C-Class everyday practicality, of course.

Combined consumption below 2.5 l/100 km – the C 350 e Saloon and the C 350 e Estate are the most economical of all the C-Class models.
Without compromising on dynamism whatsoever: with a system output of 205 kW (279 hp) and a peak torque of 600 Nm, the C 350 e Saloon sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in under 6.0 s.

The internal combustion engine alone is rated at 155 kW and 350 Nm, while the electric motor developing 60 kW and 340 Nm provides a boost in power when accelerating.
Or the latter can power the vehicle on its own in the city – for up to 31 kilometers.

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External charging of the lithium-ion HV battery is as fast as it is uncomplicated (approx. 90 min via Wallbox/charging station or approx. 180 min via a domestic power outlet).
The pre-entry climate control creates a supreme feeling of well-being.
And the C 350 e Saloon also scores highly on everyday practicality with its boot capacity of 335 liters - a highly impressive figure for plug-in hybrids.
C 350 e Saloon system output: 205 kW (279 hp).


The C 350 e Estate

Its plug-in-hybrid technology allows optimum efficiency, impressive dynamism and, thanks to the option of pre-entry climate control, hitherto undreamed-of comfort.
Plus hallmark C-Class everyday practicality, of course.

Combined consumption below 2.5 l/100 km – the C 350 e Saloon and the C 350 e Estate are the most economical of all the C-Class models. Without compromising on dynamism whatsoever: The internal combustion engine alone is rated at 155 kW and 350 Nm, while the electric motor developing 60 kW and 340 Nm provides a boost in power when accelerating. Or the latter can power the vehicle on its own in the city – for up to 31 kilometers.

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External charging of the lithium-ion HV battery is as fast as it is uncomplicated (approx. 90 min via Wallbox/charging station or approx. 180 min via a domestic power outlet).
The pre-entry climate control creates a supreme feeling of well-being.
And the C 350 e Estate also scores highly on everyday practicality with its boot capacity of 350 liters (or 1370 liters when the rear bench seat is folded down) - highly impressive figures for plug-in hybrids.
C 350 e Estate system output: 205 kW (279 hp).


The E 350 e

The first E-Class with plug-in-hybrid technology: the E 350 e combines impressively agile performance with locally emission-free motoring.
Featuring a combined drive system comprising internal combustion engine and electric motor, it is a pioneer in its vehicle class.

The hybrid drive consists of a 4-cylinder petrol engine rated at 155 kW (211 hp) with a peak torque of 350 Nm supported by an electric motor with an output of 65 kW (88 hp) and a maximum torque of 440 Nm.

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Ideal for the city: The E 350 e can drive for up to 33 km on electric power alone and, therefore, with zero local emissions. Outside of the city, it can reach a top speed of up to 130 km/h in electric mode.
The boost function provides extra thrust. It ensures tangibly greater agility thanks to the additional torque provided by the electric motor.

The E 350 e is just as quick when it comes to recharging: the lithium-ion HV battery takes 1.5 hours to recharge via a Wallbox or up to 3 hours via a domestic power outlet.
The intelligent hybrid drive also helps the driver to adopt an efficient driving style.

The result: ideal utilization of the range and locally emission-free driving when it is needed. The battery in the electric drive system can be charged primarily via a power outlet or Wallbox as well as in charge mode or by means of recuperation whilst driving.
E 350 e system output: 210 kW (286 hp).


GLC 350 e 4MATIC

The GLC 350 e 4MATIC gets the best out of any drive system: power, refinement and exceptional efficiency.
The drive system combines agile driving pleasure with very low fuel consumption and locally emission-free driving.

The drive system combines agile driving pleasure with very low fuel consumption and locally emission-free driving.
The GLC 350 e 4MATIC can be driven for up to 34 km on electric power alone.
With a system output of 235 kW (155 kW + 85 kW) and a system torque of 560 Nm (350 Nm + 340 Nm), it sets new standards in its segment. In all-electric mode it achieves a top speed of 140 km/h.

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The lithium-ion HV battery is charged by recuperation whilst driving. This improves availability of the energy required for an exceptionally efficient trip. Plus there is always enough energy remaining to generate extra torque using the boost function – for safe and swift overtaking with outstanding acceleration, for example.

The GLC 350 e 4MATIC is fitted with the tried-and-tested 7G-TRONIC PLUS seven-speed automatic transmission.
The lithium-ion HV battery with a capacity of 8.7 kWh (22 Ah) takes no longer than 2 hours to charge at charging stations and just over 4 hours if using a domestic power outlet.
The charging mode directly controlled by you and the interior temperature can be set conveniently before starting to drive.
GLC 350 e 4MATIC system output: 235 kW (320 hp).


The GLC 350 e 4MATIC Coupé

Lifestyle really can be this sporty and efficient: the GLC 350 e 4MATIC Coupécombines agile driving dynamics with low fuel consumption at an all-new level.

The GLC 350 e 4MATIC Coupé is powered by an internal combustion engine rated at 155 kW (211 hp) and 350 Nm paired with an electric drive developing 85 kW (116 hp) and 340 Nm.
This setup allows locally emission-free driving for up to around 34 km – ideal for city traffic. Outside of the city, a top speed of up to 135 km/h is possible on electric power alone. Exceptionally agile driving dynamics come courtesy of the boost effect for extra torque and the 4MATIC all-wheel drive.

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Things are just as quick when it comes to recharging the lithium-ion HV battery: this process takes no longer than 2 hours at charging stations and just over 4 hours via a domestic power outlet.
To ensure the electric drive is utilized as efficiently as possible, the intelligent hybrid drives takes account of the road's course and the traffic situation.
For you this means optimum utilization of the electric range and more efficiency.
GLC 350 e 4MATIC Coupé system output: 235 kW (320 hp).


The GLE 500 e 4MATIC

A unique combination of environmental compatibility and driving pleasure.
With a system output of 325 kW (442 hp) and a peak torque of 650 Nm, the GLE 500 e 4MATIC delivers outstanding performance.

The turbocharged V6 petrol engine is rated at 245 kW (333 hp) with a peak torque of 480 Nm; the permanent electric motor develops up to 85 kW (115 hp) and a torque of 340 Nm. Alternatively the electric motor can power the vehicle all on its own – for up to 30 kilometers[1]and with a top speed of up to 130 km/h.

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The lithium-ion HV battery with a capacity of 8.7 kWh takes no longer than 2 hours to charge at charging stations or 4 hours via a domestic power outlet.
Plus it is charged by recuperation whilst driving to improve availability of the required energy. Be it for exceptionally efficient driving – or for the extra torque provided by the boost function when overtaking, for example.
Furthermore, with all-wheel drive and the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission on board, the GLE 500 e 4MATIC can even tackle demanding off-road challenges.
GLE 500 e 4MATIC system output: 325 kW (442 hp).

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Drive modes in plug-in-hybrid

Comfort, exceptional efficiency or sport: there are three drive modes to choose from, depending on the vehicle:

Drive mode E+ (Economy Plus):


Like drive mode E, only there is a double pulse on the haptic accelerator to prompt the driver to release the pedal. Once the accelerator has been released, the vehicle's coasting characteristics are adapted to suit the traffic situation.

Drive mode E (Economy):

Comfortable, consumption-optimized driving style, the electric drive is used as often as possible. The internal combustion engine remains dormant, even whilst driving.

Drive mode S (Sport):

Sporty driving style with boost effect
 – the internal combustion engine is running constantly.

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The Infotainment-System Mercedes-Benz User Experience.

Mercedes-Benz will focus on the world premiere of the completely new infotainment system in the guise of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (CES; 9–12 January 2018).

CES 2018: World premiere of the new Mercedes-Benz User Experience. Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

Featuring innovative technology based on artificial intelligence and an intuitive operating system, the MBUX is set to usher in a new era in terms of infotainment and Mercedes meconnectivity.

To ensure a pioneering in-car experience, the technology will be introduced as standard equipment in the next compact car generation as early as 2018. 

CES 2018: World premiere of the new Mercedes-Benz User Experience. Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

The official unveiling of the new infotainment system takes place on 9 January 2018 as part of the press conference being held at 12 noon (PST) at the 613 m² Mercedes-Benz stand.

The press conference can also be followed live via Mercedes memedia.

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Final stop of the “Intelligent World Drive”.

Moreover, Las Vegas is also the final stop of the “Intelligent World Drive” with which Mercedes-Benz has tested automated drive functions on all five continents.

This has enabled the experts to gather information from all over the globe in real traffic conditions in order to adapt future automated and autonomous driving functions to the country-specific user and traffic situations.

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The automated test drives in the greater Los Angeles area, and subsequently at the CES in Las Vegas, concentrated on the assessment of driving behaviour in dense city traffic and on highways.

The “Intelligent World Drive” test vehicle, which is based on the S-Class Saloon, will be on display at the CES.

CES 2018: World premiere of the new Mercedes-Benz User Experience. Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

In addition, Mercedes-Benz will display the Concept EQA, smart vision EQ fortwo and the Mercedes-AMG Project ONE show cars in Las Vegas.


The future drives Mercedes.

Mercedes-Benz is renowned for innovations and its tradition of engineering expertise.

Experience our innovative drive systems and trend-setting EQ technologies.

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