Fuel prices are skyrocketing and right now, electric vehicles seem to be the correct alternative just because of the adequate range they offer. Coming to the point, Mercedes-Benz EQC made its debut in India last year with a price tag starting at Rs.99.30 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). Surprisingly, the brand managed to sell out the entire lot within few days.
Good news for you all as the carmaker is all set to bring the second lot in India soon. Before that, people who wish to own it can place an order by visiting their nearest dealership.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Mercedes-Benz EQC’s second lot is coming to India soon.
- Customers can now place their booking for the 2nd batch.
- To get twin-electric motors and an 80kWh battery pack.
Mercedes-Benz EQC
Exterior
Based on the GLC, it doesn’t share most of the components with the ICE counterpart. The redesigned front grille, new headlamps, roof-mounted spoiler and multi-spoke 20-inch alloy wheels further differentiate it from the original GLC.
Interior & Safety
Hop inside the cabin and there one might be able to fight a typical Mercedes affair. For starters, it comes with a neatly finished dashboard with a multi-functional steering wheel behind which sits a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster. There’s even a similarly sized touchscreen infotainment system with a host of vehicle-related information. Other features including a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof and USB charging port are also available to make it a feature-loaded offering.
To protect the occupants inside, Mercedes-Benz has decided to offer seven airbags, blind spot assist, electronic stability program (ESP), lane departure warning and active brake assist to name a few. The all-new EQC also boasts a Global NCAP 5-star rating that makes it one of the safest electric cars available in India.
Powerplant & Charging
Since Mercedes-Benz EQC is an all-electric vehicle from the German marque, it comes powered by an 80kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Using twin asynchronous motors, this entire setup can propel a massive 408HP and 700Nm of peak torque allowing the SUV to clock a triple-digit speed in just 5.1 seconds. The overall range from the EQC is quite decent and comes rated at somewhere around 400kms according to the WLTP cycle.
A 7.5kW wall box charger can fully juice up the entire battery in just 10 hours. However, in case of rush, users can go for a 50kW DC charger that charges the battery pack from 0 to 80 per cent in just 90 minutes.
Alternatives
In India, Mercedes-Benz EQC compares with some new competitors in the form of Audi e-Tron and Jaguar I-Pace. Want to learn more about the I-Pace? Check out the details down below.
Jaguar I-Pace
Slightly expensive but the all-new Jaguar I-Pace is one of the best EVs in this segment. Powered by a 90kWh battery that comes with twin electric motors, the entire setup generates a colossal 394PS of power and 696Nm of peak torque. Unlike the EQC, it can clock a triple-digit speed in just 4.8 seconds. Talking about the features, it packs a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, panoramic sunroof and power front seats that make it a feature-loaded electric SUV.
Specifications
| Jaguar I-Pace | |
| Battery | 90kWh lithium-ion |
| Power | 394HP |
| Torque | 696Nm |
| Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs.1.05 Crores to Rs.1.12 Crores |