Mercedes-AMG’s first standalone electric car is a 1000hp supersaloon

Mercedes-AMG’s Taycan rival is nearing production, the firm issuing a teaser image of its electric supersaloon before a formal reveal in a few weeks’ time. 

It will be AMG’s first standalone electric car. Blending huge power with grand touring luxury, it will take aim at Porsche Taycan Turbo S, E-Tron GT RS Performance and Lucid Air.

The rakish four-door will not rely on AMG EQ underpinnings. Instead it will utilise AMG’s bespoke AMG.EA platform, designed for electric performance. Power comes from Yasa’s axial-flux motors that are said to be compact, lightweight and potent. A twin-motor set-up should generate 1000bhp (746kW) and 1357Nm so it could be AMG’s most powerful road car ever. Earlier reports suggested a sprint time of around 2.2sec to match that of the top Taycan.

Styling is based on that of 2022’s Vision 2025 concept. Spy shots indicate a rakish design with a long bonnet, low-set stance, and aggressive aero features. A Kamm tail (abrupt cut-off) is a new Mercedes-AMG feature. Generous overhangs should combine to create an elegant and sophisticated silhouette. A retractable spoiler and flush door handles are likely. Six-ring tail-lights, 21-inch wheels, race-inspired diffusers, and a split rear window are likely to make it to production.

AMG says it will be as quick in corners as it is in a straight line, offering what they describe as genuine engagement. Expect rear wheel steering and active roll control, if not a fully active system like Porsche uses. 

With twin rear-mounted motors like in the One-Eleven concept, it should have decent luggage space and comfortable rear seating, just like AMG GT 4-Door buyers expect.

The move to pure EV comes as the V8-powered GT 4-Door eases its way out of existence. However, AMG says this new model won’t just replace it. They suggest it will redefine AMG performance for the electric era. 

A full reveal is locked in for June, with a production version expected to follow soon thereafter and likely before year’s end.

This has the promise of being the boldest statement yet from the Mercedes performance arm. A related high-performance electric SUV, also previewed by the Vision 2025, will likely follow next year, further cementing AMG’s electric future.

AMG isn’t just aiming to rival the Taycan and Lucid Air. It wants to lead the way in this rarified sector.