The new Mercedes EQV, an electric version of the Mercedes V-Class large MPV, is now available to order in the UK, with prices starting from £70,665.
It's the second EQ-branded electric Mercedes on sale, and first deliveries are due to commence in the autumn. One powertrain option and three trim levels feature.
The base model comes with Mercedes' latest EQ-specific MBUX infotainment and sat-nav system, plus a driving assistance package, multibeam LED headlights, electric sliding doors, a reversing camera and ambient lighting as the kit highlights.
Stepping up to Sport Premium (£72,895) adds a 360-degree camera, electric memory seats, an upgraded exterior design, smartphone integration and a table package for the rear seats. The range-topping Sport Premium Plus (£77,145) adds a Burmester sound system, air suspension and 18-inch wheels.
Claimed to be a pioneering electric premium MPV, the EQV has been designed to appeal to fleet and private buyers alike with a dual focus on practicality and comfort.
The EQV's official range is up to 213 miles from a full charge, with power stored in a 90kWh lithium ion battery pack mounted under the floor for enhanced dynamics and maximum interior space. It can be charged from 10% capacity to 80% in less than 45 minutes.
Power is sent through a fixed-gear transmission to a front-mounted electric motor producing 201bhp and 267lb ft – enough to propel the 3500kg EV to a 99mph top speed.
Benjamin Kaehler, head of Mercedes-Benz Vans' eDrive initiative, said: "Numbers are not so important, but when you drive in traffic on highways or in cities, you want to always be able to match the speed of other people.
“You want to have the feeling that whenever you hit the throttle, you can merge into the traffic right away.”
Regenerative braking maximises range and can be adjusted using paddles behind the steering wheel. With the brake energy regeneration on its highest setting, Mercedes says the EQV can be driven with just the accelerator pedal.
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jag150 wrote:
LMAO! Awesome!
"Because this vehicle is unsuitable for a trip I make once per year the category is useless!"
Love it!!!
jason_recliner wrote:
I think that puts the problem of EV acceptance in a nutshell; everyone considering an EV immediately thinks of the one or two long drives per year that would be beyond the range, even though the charging network is (gradually) improving. I guess it just goes against the grain to buy a car, and then have to go to the inconvenience and expense of renting another to suit a couple of longer journeys. Rental companies with a bit of nouse could exploit a niche here, offering good rates, a quick swap over and secure parking.
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@Autocar - please fix your quoting functionality on mobile!
Its only the little engines
Either way the french have been making little diesels longer than most
£71k for a van?!
When is anyone going to address the elephant in the room - WTF is going on with all vehicle pricing now?!!
It's not just EVs from 'prestige' makes (if you can call a German car manufacturer that uses engines from Renault Clios / Nissan Micras in their exec models as prestige) either - just look at recent ridiculous price hikes of mainstream ICE models too!
It's not a van
end of.
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