AMG One
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| Name | AMG One |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-AMG GmbH |
| Production | 2022–present |
| Assembly | Germany: Brixworth, Northamptonshire; Affalterbach, Baden-Württemberg |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener; Oliver Wilk |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door coupe |
| Layout | Rear mid-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Engine | 1.6 L hybrid turbocharged V6 with electric motors |
| Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch; fixed-gear front e-motor drive |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (conceptual) |
AMG One The AMG One is a limited-production high-performance sports car developed by Mercedes-AMG GmbH to transfer Formula One hybrid technology into a road-legal vehicle. It combines a turbocharged internal combustion engine derived from Mercedes-Benz Formula One power units with multiple electric motors, advanced aerodynamics, and carbon-fiber construction to target track-capable performance and exclusivity. The project intersected with partners including Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix, HWA AG, and suppliers such as BorgWarner and ZF Friedrichshafen during a protracted development and homologation process.
Overview
Conceived after the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team dominance in Formula One, the car was announced to showcase transfer of technologies between Motorsport and road cars. The program emphasized hybrid systems, energy recovery, and lightweight materials pioneered in events like the Monaco Grand Prix and 24 Hours of Le Mans innovations. Limited to a small number of units, the model drew comparisons to past halo cars such as the McLaren P1, Ferrari LaFerrari, and Porsche 918 Spyder in price tier and technical ambition.
Design and Engineering
The bodywork uses extensive carbon-fiber monocoque and composite panels developed with input from aerodynamicists experienced at Silverstone Circuit and wind-tunnel partners like MTS Systems Corporation. Exterior elements—active rear wing, diveplanes, and diffusers—reflect aero strategies seen at Hungaroring and Autodromo Nazionale Monza to generate downforce and manage drag. Interior packaging integrates racing-derived seats, a steering wheel influenced by F1 steering wheel ergonomics, and a minimalist cockpit inspired by AMG GT and Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren heritage. Safety engineering referenced FIA standards used in Formula One while adapting to road homologation requirements imposed by agencies in Europe and United States jurisdictions.
Powertrain and Performance
The hybrid powertrain centers on a 1.6-litre turbocharged V6 evolution of the unit used by Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg during championship seasons. It integrates a high-voltage energy store and three axial-flux electric motors—one mounted on the turbocharger housing and two driving the front axle—concepts akin to systems developed by Cosworth and Renault Sport in hybrid race programs. The configuration enables electric-only driving, torque vectoring, and instantaneous response similar to prototypes from Toyota Gazoo Racing at FIA World Endurance Championship events. Performance targets included sub-3.0-second 0–100 km/h acceleration and a top speed exceeding figures of contemporaries from Lamborghini and Ferrari.
Development and Production
Development involved test programs at circuits such as Nürburgring Nordschleife, Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, and Circuit Paul Ricard with test drivers from Mercedes-AMG Petronas and test engineers formerly of HWA AG. Production was planned at specialized facilities in Brixworth and final assembly in Affalterbach, with limited allocations sold to collectors, celebrities, and motorsport patrons. Certification and durability testing required collaborations with suppliers including Mahle GmbH for cooling systems and AkzoNobel for lightweight coatings. Delivery schedules slipped due to homologation and thermal-management challenges similar to those encountered by Pagani and Koenigsegg during powertrain integration.
Technical Specifications
- Chassis: carbon-fiber monocoque inspired by F1 chassis engineering. - Engine: 1.6 L turbocharged V6 derived from Formula One power units. - Electric motors: multiple high-speed axial-flux machines with front axle drive for AWD. - Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch with electric front-drive coupling and fixed-gear for rear in certainspecifications, integrating technology comparable to Mercedes-AMG GT DCT research. - Power output: combined system ratings in excess of outputs claimed by McLaren P1 and LaFerrari rivals. - Suspension: pushrod layout and adaptive dampers developed with motorsport suppliers like Ohlins and Brembo braking systems. - Weight: curb weight targeted using lightweight materials, competing with models from Rimac Automobili and Lotus Cars for power-to-weight ratio. - Electronics: energy-recovery management and thermal-control systems referencing Formula One ERS principles and suppliers such as Bosch.
Reception and Legacy
Upon delivery, automotive press from outlets like Top Gear (magazine), Autocar, and Car and Driver evaluated the vehicle’s translation of Formula One systems to the road, praising its technical audacity while noting trade-offs in usability and cost similar to discussions surrounding the Ferrari FXX program. Collectors and motorsport historians positioned the car among limited-run halo models influencing subsequent high-performance hybrids from legacy manufacturers including Aston Martin and BMW M Division. Its engineering influenced research at institutions such as RWTH Aachen University and partnerships with suppliers in further developing hybrid drivetrains for sports and endurance applications, leaving a legacy tied to the crossover of Formula One innovation and road-going performance culture.