Mercedes Reveal Vision One-Eleven, An All-electric Concept Inspired By Experimental Cars From 1970s

Mercedes Vision One-Eleven is an all-electric futuristic concept inspired by the experimental vehicles from 1960s and 1970s.

Electric Supercar features Gullwing-Doors and a deep orange finish, which is an obvious throwback to the C 111 from the 1970s.

While C 111 concepts tested rotary and diesel powertrains, Vision One-Eleven will lead Mercedes into the Electric Future.

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its Vision One-Eleven, an all-electric futuristic concept car with a design inspired by the classic C111 experimental vehicles from the 1960s and 1970s.

Stunning features on the Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven electric supercar includes Gullwing-Doors and a deep orange finish, which is an obvious throwback to the C 111.

“Our goal at Mercedes-Benz is not to do styling – our goal is to create icons,” explains Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer, Mercedes-Benz Group.

“Design icons like the Type 300 SL and C 111 – both with gullwing doors – are part of our DNA. These legendary vehicles were major inspirations for the iconic design of the Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven.”

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While the original C 111 experimental concepts tested rotary and diesel powertrains, the electrifying Vision One-Eleven will lead Mercedes-Benz into the Electric Future.

The front of the Concept car has digital insert, flanked by two foglamps, that can illuminate LEDs while the rear has a digital display with pixelated brake lights and two prominent diffusers.

Mercedes-Benz said that the electrifying Vision One-Eleven is “Opening the doors to a new era of futuristic luxury”.

Inside, the Mercedes-Benz One-Eleven Electric Supercar features a Formula One-Inspired seats, which boast four-point harnesses, as well an interior equipped with screens.

The One-Eleven concept also features next-gen motor technology capable of nearly 2,000 horsepower. It uses axial flux motors, which Mercedes says are much lighter than the electric motors used in today’s EVs.

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