Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the all-electric version of its popular GLC SUV on September 07. The GLC lineup is among the top-selling SUVs that the German
automaker currently sells in global markets and the electric EQ version is designed to set new benchmarks in its segment. The GLC EQ offers several highlight features such as an all-new design, a 39.1-inch MBUX Hypersceen and a 94 kWh battery pack that promises a claimed range of up to 713 km. Also Read: Golden Period To Buy Strong Hybrid Cars in UP? Benefits Up To Rs 3.15 lakh! However, another key highlight of the luxury electric SUV has to be the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS) AI-driven superbrain, which is based on multiple high-performance computers and offers a unique driving experience in the SUV. Here's a deep dive into how the MB.OS differentiates the GLC experience.
What is the MB.OS 'Superbrain'?
The Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS) learns driver habits and the vehicle's surroundings to control different aspects of the EV, including infotainment, autonomous driving functions, comfort functions and charging requirements. The system is based on artificial intelligence that is based on data from Microsoft and Google and can make real-time decisions to change the vehicle's characteristics.
One can expect the vehicle to update performance, handling and cabin requirements based on user requests or the driving conditions. The 'Superbrain' also leverages the extensive ADAS equipment on board the GLC Electric. The EV comes equipped with 10 external cameras, 5 radar sensors and 12 ultrasonic sensors to offer autonomous driving. The SUV's high-performance control unit and the MB.OS works together to act like the SUV's brain and modulates steering, braking and acceleration as per its surroundings and traffic situation.
On the user front, MB.OS is accessible to the driver through voice inputs via the 4th-generation MBUX interface and the Hyperscreen. The Artificial Intelligence (AI) leverages models and data from both Microsoft and Google. This enables the MB.OS AI to interact with the driver seamlessly via voice commands. It can give detailed responses and also answer follow-up questions from the driver.
Is Data Privacy A Concern?
Mercedes-Benz claims that the MB.OS offers data protection and is secure due to the technology's 'chip-to-cloud' architecture. It also enables over-the-air (OTA) updates and keeps the high-performance computers connected to the Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Cloud to ensure privacy.
Overall, it seems that the Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric will set new benchmarks for luxury electrics with its high-tech approach. It could also face tough competition from the BMW iX3 'Neue Klasse' SUV, which has recently been unveiled and offers similar advanced AI integration and a range of up to 805 km (WLTP).
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