Thegreencarwebsite.co.uk reports that Mercedes-Benz has now unveiled the production-ready version of its B-Class Electric Drive.
Making its debut at the New York International Auto Show, this electric car comes with a 100kW electric motor capable of producing 310Nm of torque and offering a range of 115miles. It can accelerate from 0-60mph in less than 10seconds, reach a top speed of 100mph and is set to be first launched in the USA during 2014 when it will be the first luxury electric car from Mercedes-Benz on the market.
Among its most notable innovations is the inclusion of remote checking and remote configuration: both of which are possible via a vehicle homepage. This means the driver can use the internet to access a vehicle and check its charge status or verify its current range using a map. A planned route can also be displayed to show where a vehicle can be recharged during its journey.
Indeed the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive also packs in a host of safety equipment with the lithium-ion battery in the underfloor of the vehicle coming with crash protection. Also included is collision prevention assist featuring Brake Assist as standard: offering drivers an acoustic and visual warning of obstacles, in an effort to reduce the danger of rear-end collisions.
