The upcoming Mercedes-AMG hypercar will produce approximately 1,000 hp, as confirmed by AMG boss Tobias Moers during the Los Angeles Auto Show, reports Autocar.
When the first reports of the vehicle emerged in the middle of the year, it was reported that the hybrid hypercar could have 1,300 hp and a 1,300 kg (or under 2,900lbs) curb weight. However according to Moers, a 1,000 hp figure, similar to the power generated by the company’s current F1 powertrain, is broadly accurate, denying reports it’ll have any more than 1,200 hp.
Although the Bugatti Veyron had 986 hp a decade ago, it is becoming increasingly apparent that many carmakers are shying away from adding any more power to their hypercar models, instead focusing on eliminating unnecessary weight. Mercedes-AMG’s offering will be no different as it will be based around a carbon fiber monocoque.
The drivetrain should also be quite light. After all, it will be taken in its entirety from the F1 car and only modified slightly to make it suitable for road use. The 1.6-liter displacement of the V6 will be retained, despite earlier reports indicating that it would swell in size in the name of reliability.
According to Moers, between 200 and 300 units will be produced and customer deliveries should commence as early as late 2018.
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