Mercedes-Benz EQC

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Mercedes-Benz EQC
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Overview
Manufacturer
Production2019–2023
Assembly
Designer Robert Lešnik, [2] Michael Frei [3]
Body and chassis
Class Compact luxury crossover SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Dual-motor, four-wheel drive (4matic)
Platform Mercedes-Benz MRA Platform
Related Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Powertrain
Engine 2x asynchronous electric motors
Transmission Single speed with fixed ratio
Battery 80  kWh lithium ion
Range
Plug-in charging
  • 7.4 kW AC / 11 kW AC
  • 110 kW DC
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,873 mm (113.1 in)
Length4,761 mm (187.4 in)
Width1,884 mm (74.2 in)
Height1,624 mm (63.9 in)
Kerb weight 2,425 kg (5,346 lb)

The Mercedes-Benz EQC(N293) is a battery electric compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 2019. [7] [8] It is the first member of the battery electric Mercedes EQ family. [9]

Contents

History

The EQC is based on the Generation EQ concept that was unveiled at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. [10] The final production version was revealed in Sweden on 4 September 2018, [11] and publicly debuted at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. [12] [ needs update ]

Design

The EQC is based on the GLC and shares the same wheelbase dimensions. [13] It is a five-seater vehicle and has a trunk capacity of 500 litres (18 cu ft). [14]

The EQC400 4MATIC is powered by 2 asynchronous electric motors, fitted on the front and rear axles, and produces 300 kW (402 hp). [15] It has an electronically limited top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). [16]

The 80 kWh battery pack has a modular design and consists of 384 lithium-ion cells. [17] It can be charged from 10 to 80 per cent in 40 minutes, via a DC fast charger. [18]

Steering wheel paddle shifters allow for the selection of varying levels of brake energy regeneration. [19]

Equipment

Standard equipment includes 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic collision avoidance, and two 10.25-inch interior displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment system. [20] All models feature the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system, which features a voice-controlled smart-assistant that can be activated by saying "Hey Mercedes". [21] It can display charging information and energy consumption figures. [22] The navigation system can also suggest routes that include charging stations depending on the remaining charge of the battery, [23] as well as simple destination entry using what3words.[ citation needed ]

Models

The specifications include:[ citation needed ]

ModelYearsPowerTorque0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)Top speedRange (WLTP)Range (EPA)
EQC400
4MATIC
2019–300 kW
(402 hp)
760 N⋅m
(561 lb⋅ft)
5.1 s180 km/h
(112 mph)
417 km
(259 mi)
354 km
(220 mi)

Safety

The 2019 EQC received five stars overall in its Euro NCAP test. [24]

Euro NCAP test results
Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC (2019)
TestPoints%
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Adult occupant:36.696%
Child occupant:44.190%
Pedestrian:36.275%
Safety assist:9.975%

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