Mercedes-Benz BlueZero Concept

hanmust · 16th December 2008, 02:06

According to the all-seeing eyes and all-knowing minds at Auto Motor und Sport, Mercedes is on the verge of introducing three new alternatively powered "BlueZero" concept vehicles – a feat they'll perform at next month's North American International Auto Show in Detroit (January 11th-25th; get your ticket. while they're hot). Titled the Mercedes-Benz BlueZero E-Cell, the BlueZero E-Plus Cell and the BlueZero F-Cell, the three models make use of a lithium-ion electric drive, a lithium-ion electric drive plus an internal combustion engine and a fuel cell system, respectively.

In the Mercedes BlueZero E-Cell (powered only by a lithium-ion electric drive system, remember), range is expected to be about 75 miles. In the fuel cell powered Mercedes BlueZero F-Cell, range is expected to double, thanks to the electric motor's ability to act as a generator, thus charging the battery during various stages of operation (much like the S400 HybtriWada). And in the BlueZero E-Plus Cell, a rear-mounted three-cylinder turbo petrol engine borrowed from the smart fortwo is rumored to give the part gas, part electric model an operating range of some 372 miles, with another 75 miles on tap operating in purely electric mode.

How this information was derived isn't clear, but judging by the commonality of Mercedes' various "leaks," I'd expect when the North American International Auto Show opens its doors next month the majority of Auto Motor und Sport's assessments will be spot on.

Time will tell, but in the meantime, keep scrolling to see a number of photos depicting one of the Mercedes BlueZero concept vehicles (click to enlarge), then head over to Auto Motor & Sport where you can check out their full article translated from German for your reading entertainment.

Source: Media/transported.

Nitin · 16th December 2008, 02:15

Interesting interiors!
I'd like to see more electric cars,anyday. Hopefully,with the new govt. coming to power (in the US,ie) things might start to look up for alternate energy sources and automobiles are the main platform to get that ball rolling.

Tejas@perioimpl · 16th December 2008, 08:12

These are concept drawings... The finished prototype may look quite different. And i hope so too, since i don't like this shape or color.
BTW, when these models will actually go into production, is another question altogether.

ajmat · 16th December 2008, 09:04

Looks more like a Citroen IMHO

hanmust · 16th December 2008, 15:21

Design wise I could be a hint for the next-gen B-class

punterccrx8s · 16th December 2008, 17:02

The front kind of reminds me of the A-Star concept.

avishar · 16th December 2008, 19:36

bang on,the front borrows heavily from the A-star concept,especially the headlamps.The small skin thingy over the rear wheels looks wierd.

abhinav.gupta88 · 16th December 2008, 20:14

You just read my mind Ajmat.
Looks a lot like Citreon.
Hope the Production Model is good though.

16th December 2008, 02:06	#1
hanmust Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Calicut Posts: 2,481 Thanked: 262 Times View My Garage	Mercedes-Benz BlueZero Concept According to the all-seeing eyes and all-knowing minds at Auto Motor und Sport, Mercedes is on the verge of introducing three new alternatively powered "BlueZero" concept vehicles – a feat they'll perform at next month's North American International Auto Show in Detroit (January 11th-25th; get your ticket. while they're hot). Titled the Mercedes-Benz BlueZero E-Cell, the BlueZero E-Plus Cell and the BlueZero F-Cell, the three models make use of a lithium-ion electric drive, a lithium-ion electric drive plus an internal combustion engine and a fuel cell system, respectively. In the Mercedes BlueZero E-Cell (powered only by a lithium-ion electric drive system, remember), range is expected to be about 75 miles. In the fuel cell powered Mercedes BlueZero F-Cell, range is expected to double, thanks to the electric motor's ability to act as a generator, thus charging the battery during various stages of operation (much like the S400 HybtriWada). And in the BlueZero E-Plus Cell, a rear-mounted three-cylinder turbo petrol engine borrowed from the smart fortwo is rumored to give the part gas, part electric model an operating range of some 372 miles, with another 75 miles on tap operating in purely electric mode. How this information was derived isn't clear, but judging by the commonality of Mercedes' various "leaks," I'd expect when the North American International Auto Show opens its doors next month the majority of Auto Motor und Sport's assessments will be spot on. Time will tell, but in the meantime, keep scrolling to see a number of photos depicting one of the Mercedes BlueZero concept vehicles (click to enlarge), then head over to Auto Motor & Sport where you can check out their full article translated from German for your reading entertainment. Source: Media/transported. Attached Thumbnails
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16th December 2008, 02:15	#2
Nitin Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 3,294 Thanked: 20 Times View My Garage	Interesting interiors! I'd like to see more electric cars,anyday. Hopefully,with the new govt. coming to power (in the US,ie) things might start to look up for alternate energy sources and automobiles are the main platform to get that ball rolling.
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16th December 2008, 08:12	#3
Tejas@perioimpl Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bombay Posts: 4,423 Thanked: 9,581 Times View My Garage	These are concept drawings... The finished prototype may look quite different. And i hope so too, since i don't like this shape or color. BTW, when these models will actually go into production, is another question altogether.
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16th December 2008, 09:04	#4
ajmat Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 14,860 Thanked: 27,945 Times View My Garage	Looks more like a Citroen IMHO
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16th December 2008, 15:21	#5
hanmust Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Calicut Posts: 2,481 Thanked: 262 Times View My Garage	Design wise I could be a hint for the next-gen B-class
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16th December 2008, 17:02	#6
punterccrx8s BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 760 Thanked: 170 Times	The front kind of reminds me of the A-Star concept.
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16th December 2008, 19:36	#7
avishar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: kolkata/bangalore,india Posts: 2,901 Thanked: 4,143 Times	bang on,the front borrows heavily from the A-star concept,especially the headlamps.The small skin thingy over the rear wheels looks wierd.
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16th December 2008, 20:14	#8
abhinav.gupta88 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Delhi , India Posts: 4,092 Thanked: 325 Times View My Garage	You just read my mind Ajmat. Looks a lot like Citreon. Hope the Production Model is good though.
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