The German car maker has unveiled the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6, a stylishly spectacular, futuristic and electric concept coupé, ahead of the famous Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in the US.
This outsized concept car is almost six metres long (5.70m or 18.5ft, to be precise) and is a 2+2 coupé with 24-inch rims. Its electronic power system delivers 750 horsepower and onboard batteries promise a range of up to 500 kilometres, according to the New European Driving Cycle. Plus, a quick-charge function brings 100km of range in under five minutes.
In spite of its imposing dimensions, the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 boasts performances worthy of a supercar, including 0 to 100km/h acceleration in under four seconds and a top speed electronically capped at 250km/h.
In terms of exterior design, the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 reinterprets the aesthetic features historically associated with Mercedes, notably the prominent front grille, apparently inspired by a pinstripe suit. Its butterfly doors nod to the legendary 300SL, while the back end surprises with a rear window shrunk to minimal size. The futuristic interior is reminiscent of the F 015, unveiled at CES 2015 in Las Vegas (USA).
This coupé is the latest addition to a series of visionary concept cars presented over the last few years by Mercedes, including the Vision Ener-G-Force (2012), the AMG Vision Gran Turismo (2013) and the Vision Tokyo (2015). It no doubt presages an upcoming addition to the Mercedes Maybach line, creating a direct rival for the Bentley Continental Flying Spur and the Rolls-Royce Wraith.
Check out the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 in this video.
