New Mercedes C-Class, 100km power range plug-in

New Mercedes C-Class, They are recent, Prices of the first editions are related, Contains only electrified 4-cylinder engines. With mild hybrid petrol and diesel units, the automaker offers A hybrid version of the plugin Very interesting to provide an autonomy in electricity 100 km according to the WLTP cycle.. In this engine, the German brand wanted to say some more details.

The powertrain is powered by a 150 kW (204 hp) 2 liter turbo M254 petrol engine with a 95 kW (129 hp) power unit. Overall, available 230 kW (313 hp) and 550 Nm of torque. The gearbox is a 9-speed automatic. The shows, unfortunately, have not yet been contacted. The electric drive is driven by a 25.4 kW battery This allows you to travel in electric mode up to 100 km (maximum speed 140 km / h), as mentioned at the beginning.

The accumulator contains 96 cells. In addition, Mercedes has fitted it with a heat management system. Thanks to this choice, the temperature is kept constant, which allows to avoid stress that can affect its duration over time. Also, it allows the possibility of direct current recharge. In fact, on request, D.C. Support can be transformed into an absolute energy Maximum power 55 kW (30 minutes to charge). At alternating current, the battery recharges up to 11 kW.

This car is characterized by having a sophisticated energy recovery system. Recovery power can reach up to 100 kW. In any case, the drivers can configure the recovery power in three stages: D, D + and D-. In particular, in the D-program, it is possible to drive without the use of brakes. You can enjoy what is called a guide. “A pedal“: Releases the accelerator, the car slows down decisively until it stops.

However, there is one in the plug-in car Intelligent management of energy use Depending on the route provided by the electric driving mode for the most favorable lengths of the road, among other things, taking into account the map data, terrain, speed limits and traffic conditions along the entire planned route. The driver can choose between Two driving plans:

• Battery Hold: Maintaining the priority battery charge level will allow you to travel with electricity later on.
• Electric: Driving at current speeds of up to 140 km / h with the possibility of activating the internal combustion engine by firmly pressing on the accelerator pedal (kick-down).

Italian prices for the plugin have not yet been announced.