On June 26, Mercedes-AMG officially unveiled the GT XX Concept. The highlight of this concept car is its triple axial-flux electric motor setup, delivering a combined output of 1,340 horsepower. Carrying forward the striking orange color scheme of the 2023 Vision One-Eleven concept, the GT XX Concept pushes performance boundaries with cutting-edge design and advanced electric technology.
The front end features a bold arched grille with a prominent Mercedes-Benz logo at its core, encircled by a ring-shaped LED light strip. The headlights are integrated into the front fenders, while the hood's air vents echo the Vision One-Eleven concept's design language.
The side profile showcases smooth, flowing lines and newly designed enclosed wheels that balance cooling with aerodynamic efficiency. At the rear, the curved design mirrors the front, with six round taillights split between both sides. A large carbon-fiber diffuser underneath enhances downforce, contributing to the car's record-breaking drag coefficient of just 0.198—setting a new benchmark for electric sports cars.
Inside the cabin, a seamless dual-screen layout dominates the dashboard, integrating driver instrumentation and vehicle information. The butterfly-shaped steering wheel features tactile knobs and physical buttons on either side. The central console and air vents reflect the "big grille" design of the front fascia. Orange accents on the interior align with the car's exterior theme, while lightweight strap-style door handles emphasize the car’s minimalist and performance-oriented aesthetic.
Built on the AMG.EA platform, the GT XX Concept features an 800V high-voltage architecture. It is powered by three axial-flux motors—one on the front axle and two on the rear—developed by Yasa, a UK company acquired by Mercedes. Compared to traditional radial-flux motors, these axial-flux units are smaller, lighter, and more efficient. The combined 1,340-horsepower output allows the vehicle to hit a top speed of 360 km/h (223 mph). The car is equipped with cylindrical lithium-ion batteries from U.S.-based Sila Nanotechnologies, supporting ultra-fast 850kW charging. In just five minutes, the car can gain an additional 400 kilometers (248 miles) of range, setting a new standard for electric performance vehicle recharging efficiency.
