Is the Mercedes EQC 400 a good car?
The Mercedes EQC is a surprisingly good town car for a relatively large SUV. A lot of that is down to the silent electric powertrain, which gives the EQC effortless performance off the line thanks to its instant thrust and four-wheel drive grip. Mercedes EQC For that, the EQC is one of the best Mercedes electric cars. On the road, your EQC will be able to cover up to 259 miles on a single charge and can get from flat to full in under 12 hours using a 7kW charger at home.So would I recommend an EQC? Yes and no. You can’t argue with the build quality, luxury and refinement, but at almost £75,000, expectations are unsurprisingly high. Ultimately, rivals are better to drive, and many are more efficient, not least those that are lighter, or less powerful.So, when it comes to EQB vs. EQC – it comes down to range, space, and styling. The EQB has more seats, more range, and more space, but the EQC is more classic Mercedes. To find out more and weigh up your options, take a look at our range of used Mercedes EQC and used EQB SUVs.
Is a Mercedes EQC a good car?
It’s not cheap, but the combination of seven seats, around 300 miles of range from the smaller battery, and Mercedes’ typically impressive interior make it a tempting proposition for large families in search of practicality and low running costs. Besides, the EQB has few rivals in the seven-seat electric SUV segment. Winner: Mercedes-Benz The Audi has a lower starting price and a longer driving range, but the EQB handles corners better, rides more smoothly and offers an optional third row. For the midsize all-electric SUV segment, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV competes directly with the Audi Q8 e-tron.Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan It costs less than the Mercedes and has more cargo room. It also has quicker acceleration and better fuel economy. However, the EQS Sedan surpasses the Tesla in more categories overall. It scores better for reliability and has superior seat comfort.
What will replace EQC?
An electric version of the Mercedes S-Class is on its way and will replace the EQS, which was once heralded as a guiding light for the brand, but has proved to be a critical and commercial disappointment. The S-Class and E-Class play very different roles in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. The S-Class sits at the top. It’s the model known for comfort, space, and advanced features. The E-Class is slightly smaller but still spacious and comfortable, and for many Indian buyers, it is one of the most practical luxury sedans.
Is a used EQC a good buy?
It doesn’t have the longest range, the fastest acceleration, or the best practicality. Forget the spec sheet, however, because massive used-market discounts and Rolls-Royce-rivalling refinement make the EQC a luxury car bargain for the right driver. This resulted in compromises in several key areas, such as range – which was limited to 255 miles – efficiency and interior space. It also led to the EQC weighing around two-and-a-half tonnes. This all meant the EQC quickly became overshadowed when newer rivals emerged.
Why is EQC being discontinued?
So basically the EQC ran out, because the models it was based on and much more importantly shared production with ran out and it makes no sense to keep the old production only for the much too low volume EQC. They would have to keep running the old line and supplychain just for the EQC. This resulted in compromises in several key areas, such as range – which was limited to 255 miles – efficiency and interior space. It also led to the EQC weighing around two-and-a-half tonnes. This all meant the EQC quickly became overshadowed when newer rivals emerged.