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The headlamps of the new Concept CMG GT XX include speakers
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It is a Concept car by iconic Germany car manufacturer Mercedes
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It has no rear window, with carbon wheels completely closed off for improved efficiency
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The new Mercedes-AMG XX is a concept car that has been unveiled by the popular car manufacturer, with a production version expected soon.
The design features a range of cutting edge motor and battery technology for the all-electric car to replace the current
It is expected to be the most aerodynamic, as a main focus, and one of the fastest cars
There will be due to the 1,360hp from three
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This means the new AMG XX will be able to reach a top speed of 224mph, which is 5mph faster than the AMG One.
Whilst a
It will therefore be more powerful, and lighter than a
Other exciting features include speakers in the headlights, carbon fibre bucket seat customised to passengers body shapes using 3D printed foam panels, and chequered flag ambient lighting on the interior.
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The speakers will be able to make different noises at low or fast speeds, and warn pedestrians of the cars presence.
There is no rear window on the car, but there is a panel between the taillights which enables owners to customise their own message on the back.
Mercedes reveals its new luxury EV with 'superscreen' passengers can play video games or watch Netflix on while on move
As an electric car, the AMG XX is expected to be four times more powerful than the latest Tesla at 850kw DC.
That means in just five minutes, the car can be charged 20-80 per cent, if a station that supports it can be found.
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Although no official figure for the car's range has been determined, it is expected to get around 300 miles on a single charge.
It is uncertain when the new Mercedes-AMG XX Concept will go on sale, but it has surely inspired production for a car to go on the market in the near future.
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