Autonomy record: the successful challenge of Mercedes' EQXX vision
The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX set a new standard in driving range, covering 1,010 kilometers across the Arabian Peninsula with an average consumption of just 7.4 kWh/100 km.
This achievement demonstrates Mercedes' commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric technology and delivering sustainable solutions for the future of mobility.
The Vision EQXX is also equipped with an intelligent assistance system that offers drivers suggestions on how to drive more efficiently. By taking into account factors such as side winds and sun angle, this system helps pilots maximize battery life.
In this endurance race, the average speed of the Mercedes Vision EQXX was a key factor in its success. With an average consumption of just 7.4 kWh/100 km, the electric vehicle was able to maintain an average speed of 79.4 km/h throughout the 1,010 kilometer journey between Riyadh and Dubai. At the end of the race, the vehicle's battery still had a range of 309 kilometers, demonstrating the impressive potential of this electric concept car.
Fight against heat: solar cells serving electricity
At an average temperature of 34° Celsius, the Mercedes Vision EQXX has integrated a heat pump to minimize the impact of heat using 117 solar cells, harvesting an additional 1.8 kWh of energy during the route.
These innovations aim to make electric vehicles more efficient and autonomous, paving the way for a new era of sustainable driving.
Mercedes: towards an electric future
Despite the recent adjustment of its strategy towards hybrid, Mercedes maintains its commitment to electrification and continues to push the automotive sector with innovative and sustainable solutions.
This success of the Vision EQXX confirms the viability of electric propulsion and highlights the importance of continuous innovation to meet global environmental challenges.
Beyond its technical feat, the Mercedes Vision EQXX sends a strong message to the global automobile industry by proving its capacity for innovation in the field of electric mobility.
By demonstrating the feasibility of traveling long distances without recharging, this electric automobile opens new perspectives for a transition to electric mobility on a global scale.