- The PureSpeed is the primary member of Mercedes’ Mythos sequence of low-volume specials
- Mercedes will construct 250 examples of the PureSpeed, with assist from Pininfarina
- Energy will seemingly come from a twin-turbocharged V-8 with out electrification
Mercedes-Benz AMG is near launching a limited-edition speedster primarily based on the most recent SL-Class.
The automobile was previewed in Might with the PureSpeed idea, and each the idea’s identify and wild design shall be transferred to manufacturing.
Prototype testing is within the remaining levels, and the number of areas used is crucial to make sure the automobile and its distinctive physique will meet the identical targets as different Mercedes automobiles, based on the automaker.
Because the identify suggests, the PureSpeed is a real speedster utterly devoid of not solely a roof but additionally a windshield. Small wind deflectors in entrance of the cabin assist direct airflow over the heads of the driving force and any passenger, however helmets will nonetheless be required for anybody seeking to journey past metropolis speeds.
Idea Mercedes‑Benz AMG PureSpeed
Idea Mercedes‑Benz AMG PureSpeed
Idea Mercedes‑Benz AMG PureSpeed
The PureSpeed additionally integrates a halo safety system much like what’s utilized in System 1. The halo is designed to supply safety for occupants’ heads by deflecting any giant objects which will come hurtling by means of the air, and works with a pair of rollover hoops mounted behind the seats.
Mercedes hasn’t mentioned what powers the PureSpeed. The SL’s output at present tops out at 805 hp within the SL 63 S E Efficiency plug-in hybrid, although in step with the speedster ethos, the heavy hybrid know-how will seemingly have been unnoticed within the PureSpeed, that means solely a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 needs to be nestled beneath the hood.
The PureSpeed is the primary mannequin in Mercedes’ Mythos sequence of low-volume, coachbuilt automobiles, and simply 250 examples shall be constructed. For assist with the challenge, Mercedes mentioned it’s working with Pininfarina, an skilled in low-volume manufacturing.
The PureSpeed and future Mythos members are a part of Mercedes’ technique introduced in 2022 to deal with lower-volume however higher-margin automobiles like these provided by means of its AMG and Maybach sub-brands. A Maybach SL was additionally proven earlier this month.