Mercedes-Benz F700 Concept 2007

[Ferrer]

Stuttgart – Under the motto “Fascination and Responsibility” Mercedes-Benz will be showcasing a unique range of new, extremely economical and clean models based on intelligently combined drive technologies at the 2007 International Motor Show in Frankfurt. “Our customers can rest assured that their Mercedes will also in future meet the most stringent requirements in terms of safety, comfort and effortless superiority, and that they will do so with exemplary green credentials”, explains Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of DaimlerChrysler AG. With 19 new models ‑ including seven hybrids and just as many CO2 world champions ‑ as well as the groundbreaking F 700 research car, Mercedes-Benz will be setting out its roadmap for the future in Frankfurt.

“The F 700 with its innovative DIESOTTO and hybrid drive consumes just 5.3 litres of petrol per 100 kilometres - equivalent to CO2 emissions of just 127 grams per kilometre. This value equals the fuel consumption of a modern day diesel-powered compact car, and boasts the lowest petrol consumption figures of a large luxury saloon in the history of the motor car”, explains Dr. Thomas Weber, Member of the DaimlerChrysler AG Board of Management responsible for Group Research and Mercedes Car Group Development. And in other important vehicle classes, too, Mercedes-Benz is setting the global benchmark for consumption and emissions at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt.

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What a brilliant idea. A petrol engine with diesel-like fuel consumption.

[dydzi]

What a brilliant idea. A petrol engine with diesel-like fuel consumption.

there was much attention payed in moto media recently about diesotto construction. it is said that it'll be introduced to c-classe even already in 2008

[Ferrer]

there was much attention payed in moto media recently about diesotto construction. it is said that it'll be introduced to c-classe even already in 2008

If anyone is interested and can understand Spanish here's an article about that type of engines.

km77.com. Técnica. GCI de Volkswagen y DiesOtto de Mercedes-Benz. (27-07-2007).

[orne]

Excellent... Diesel low-end with petrol top-end

PS: Great article Ferrer btw

[Duell]

Mercedes-Benz F700 Concept #2

[Duell]

Mercedes-Benz F700 Concept #3

[Ferrer]

The rear end is a bit of a disappointment, but in truth that's irrelevant.

Bring on this engine!

[faksta]

Hm. Strange a bit. But these are good news that MB is completely gone off the too democratic and boring designs!

[Matt]

I'd be willing to bet money you're looking at styling cues, technology/comfort possibilities and engine options of a revised/redesigned Maybach.

[henk4]

Excellent... Diesel low-end with petrol top-end

PS: Great article Ferrer btw

the current test engine is governed up to 5,500 revs....maximum power sets in at 5,200.

[Ferrer]

the current test engine is governed up to 5,500 revs....maximum power sets in at 5,200.

Bye, bye diesels?

[henk4]

Bye, bye diesels?

it might be quite expensive....and before the whole concept will be introduced a number of aspects will be applied to petrol engines.

[Kooper]

Weird, when I look at this, the first thought that pops into my head is Citroen for some reason.

[faksta]

Weird, when I look at this, the first thought that pops into my head is Citroen for some reason.

I thought of Chrysler Phaeton

[Gt1Street]

more press info:

Mercedes-Benz F 700: Mercedes-Benz shows the future of the superior touring sedanStuttgart – With its F 700 research car, Mercedes-Benz redefines the idea of effortless, superior refinement: this concept for a future luxurious touring sedan shows how outstanding riding quality can be combined with high levels of environmental friendliness, and good performance with exceptionally low fuel consumption. Thus, the 5.17 meter long F 700 with its innovative and very spacious interior design enables an entirely new and exceedingly comfortable mode of travel. The F 700 is the world’s first car that can anticipatively recognize the condition of the road and level out the uneven spots with its active PRE-SCAN suspension, further improving suspension comfort substantially. The forward-pointing DIESOTTO drive system introduced in the F 700, a four-cylinder with a displacement of only 1.8 liters, combines the strong points of the low-emission gasoline engine with the consumption benefits of the diesel drive. Its CO2 emissions of a mere 127 grams per kilometer correspond to consumption of only 5.3 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (44.3 mpg), extremely low for a vehicle of this class.
This is made possible by a forward-looking drive concept, the heart of which is the “DIESOTTO” technology – an advancement of the internal combustion engine thought up by Mercedes-Benz. With its novel controlled auto ignition (CAI), direct fuel injection and turbocharging, it combines the high power of the spark-ignition engine with the exemplary torque and great fuel economy of a diesel. The drive system in the F 700, as four-cylinder featuring two-stage charging, attains the performance level of a current S-Class car with a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 gasoline engine or the 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel.
“Our goal is to make the gasoline-powered car just as economical in consumption as the diesel. The new DIESOTTO concept is a major step in that direction, combining the best properties of the spark-ignition engine and the diesel engine,” says Dr. Thomas Weber, Board member of DaimlerChrysler AG responsible for Group Research & Mercedes Car Group Development.
The F 700 also sets standards in regard to road roar, tire vibration and suspension comfort. With two laser scanners the active PRE-SCAN suspension scans the roadway in front of the car. The hydraulically controlled active suspension proactively compensates for detected hindrances, enabling entirely new comfort characteristics –a “flying carpet” feeling.
Equally innovative is the operating concept “SERVO-HMI”. The display is not only particularly gentle on the eyes; the number of controls also has been appreciably reduced and the menu structure has been made strikingly simple and self-explanatory. The driver can “discuss” more complex inputs, such as a destination for navigation purposes, in dialogue with an avatar, a virtual operating assistant.
The exterior design of the F 700 shows that with this concept an extraordinary amount of space has been created for the passengers. The very silhouette, characterized by the long wheelbase, is a clear indication of this. The design harmoniously joins together inspirations provided by nature with technical innovation. All the futuristic styling devices notwithstanding, the F 700 is perfectly compliant with the brand identity of Mercedes-Benz.
The interior concept interprets comfortable travel and well-being in a completely new way. With its REVERSE seat the F 700 breaks up the firmly established seat arrangement of conventional sedans and offers individual seating positions facing, or with one’s back to, the direction of travel, always affording maximum spaciousness and supreme comfort.
The F 700 provides inspiring ideas for the technological future of Mercedes-Benz once again – like each of the research cars which preceded it.