Mercedes-Benz EQC

Production2019–2023AssemblyDesignerRobert Lešnik,^[2] Michael Frei^[3]Body and chassisClassCompact luxury crossover SUVBody style5-door SUVLayoutDual-motor, four-wheel drive (4matic)PlatformMercedes-Benz MRA PlatformRelatedMercedes-Benz GLC-ClassPowertrainEngine2x asynchronous electric motorsTransmissionSingle speed with fixed ratioBattery80 kWh lithium ionRangePlug-in chargingDimensionsWheelbase2,873 mm (113.1 in)Length4,761 mm (187.4 in)Width1,884 mm (74.2 in)Height1,624 mm (63.9 in)Kerb weight2,425 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]

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]

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  EQC400 Sport 4MATIC
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  EQC400 AMG Line 4MATIC rear
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  EQC400 Sport 4MATIC rear
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  Interior

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]}

Model	Years	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)	Top speed	Range (WLTP)	Range (EPA)
EQC400 4MATIC	2019–	300 kW (402 hp)	760 N⋅m (561 lb⋅ft)	5.1 s	180 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]

References

External links

• Official website