Ever wondered what the cars of the future are going to be like? Extremely luxurious, AI-induced, galactically-inspired? German motoring marque Mercedes-Benz have us something of a sneak peek at the reality of this vision when it launched its all-new VISION AVTR at CES 2020, the annual showcase of the latest electronic gadgets and gizmos.

Taking inspiration from James Cameron’s smash-hit fantasy flick Avatar, this new design features an advanced vehicle transformation technology, with the car’s skylight and the back shell of the seats change colours between light and dark blue according to its exposure to light.

Undoubtedly, the exotic look of the Mercedes-Benz: VISION AVTR is only a minor part of what makes this automobile such a visionary design. Under the hood lies an engine with a staggering 350 kW of power and a graphene-based cell that allows the car to be charged in 15 minutes, it is very functional and versatile. Moreover, its all-wheel-drive feature allows the driver to move each wheel separately also letting the car to be turned sideways by up to 30 degrees.

With sustainability a key focus for the VISION AVTR – something that will only grow in importance in the near future – Mercedes-Benz has implemented an eco-friendly vision in various components of the car. For instance, the seats are made using recycled materials and its battery is 100-percent recyclable by composition.

In short, the Mercedes-Benz: VISION AVTR perfectly combines sophistication and sustainability, allowing car enthusiasts to venture forth into the future with nary a shadow of a doubt that they’re relevant, trendy while looking good doing it.

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