7.5.2019 Stuttgart/Bremen. The Mercedes-Benz among electric vehicles. The Mercedes-Benz EQC (power consumption, combined: 20.8 to 19.7 per kWh/100 km; CO2 emission, combined: 0 g/km)[1] rolled out in the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen from the Band, and can be ordered immediately.
The EQC is a highly integrated flexible in the ongoing series production. The Mercedes-Benz EQ models are built on the same line as cars with conventional or Hybrid drive. The high Mercedes-Benz standards of production to ensure the vehicle across the Top quality. The EQC 400 4MATIC is CASE pioneer with extensive standard equipment and attractive Services.
“With the Mercedes-Benz EQC, we will start a new Era of mobility. He is part of the growing family of purely electrically driven vehicles in the Mercedes-Benz brand combines the distinctive properties such as quality, safety, and comfort. We offer our clients with progressive Design and unique driving comfort and absolute everyday range,“ said Britta Seeger, the Board of management of Daimler AG responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars sales.
With its seamless, clean Design and brand-typical accents of the Mercedes-Benz EQC pioneer of avant-garde electro-Aesthetics and represents at the same time, the design language of Progressive luxury. In connection with the extensive Services and a range of 445 – 471 km (NEDC)[2] he makes electric mobility convenient and suitable for everyday use. The charismatic EQC convinced in the sum of its properties. With a masterful driving impression, a high level of acoustic comfort and fascinating driving dynamics of the EQC met vehicles, all brand – typical features-the Mercedes of electric. The price of the Mercedes-Benz EQC – already in the basic version over a particularly extensive range of standard equipment – starts at 71.281 Euro[3]. With a net base price of 60,000 Euro, he qualified in Germany for the promotion of the eco – bonus is independent of the individual equipment.
Content
- Production starts: EQC integrated optimally in the current series production
- Unique: The double wedding
- Global production network and battery production system
- Comprehensive standard equipment, with a view to the future
- Connected: the Sophisticated operating concept with EQC specifics
- Autonomous: Attractive optional equipment and add-on packages
- Shared & Services: long term-free electric mobility
- Electric Power directly from the Stand
- Shop at home
- Relaxed travel, Shop and Pay
- Special limited edition to Start
- Technical Data
Production starts: EQC integrated optimally in the current series production
The first EQC rolls up in the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen. There he produced on the same line as the C-class sedan and T-model, GLC and GLC coupe – digital, flexible and sustainable. According to the market demand, production of vehicles of different drive can be adapted to the types of variable and efficient. So, the factory is optimally utilised and the high production and quality standard of the Mercedes-Benz guaranteed.
Digital solutions, such as modern mobile devices, driverless transport system (FTS) and the “paperless factory” support the staff in the Assembly. Even in the age of electro-mobility employees are in the production irreplaceable. The use of Big Data and artificial intelligence helps, for example, in the case of predictive maintenance (Predictive Maintenance). This pays that the brand with the star has invested early on in a maximum of flexibility and in the High-Tech equipment, the future industry 4.0 solutions.
“Flexibility and efficiency are key pillars of the strategy in our global production network of Mercedes-Benz Cars. The production of the EQC is the best proof of this. Bremer employees have years of experience in the production of vehicles with different drive types. On this Know-how, we also build in the electric age. With the Start of production of the Mercedes-Benz EQC, we want to place the switch for the electric mobility of the future“, says Markus Schäfer, member of the divisional Board Mercedes-Benz Cars, production and Supply Chain.
A Video about the production of the EQC, you can find on the Daimler YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/52CiFPBASaM
Unique: The double wedding
The joining of the body shell with the chassis, the drive and the Motor is the automotive industry wedding of the Mercedes-Benz EQC, the two electrical drive trains (eATS) to be installed in the body shell. A major Innovation is the so-called Batteriefüge center. Here is the second wedding takes place: There, the EQC can be detected with the help of the body attached to the data carrier as electric models with a battery fitted. The body is transported through a suspension device and a frame dropped. Support arms lift the battery from the bottom to the floor of the vehicle. An employee monitor the automatic fitting.
Global production network and battery production system
Besides Bremen is also the German-Chinese production Joint Venture Beijing Benz Automotive co. Ltd. (BBAC) will start this year the production of the EQC – for the local market in China. As in the case of the C-class and the GLC Bremen acts as a competence centre for the production of the EQC other locations. BBAC is part of the global production network of Mercedes-Benz Cars. Additional locations of future Mercedes-Benz EQ models, the Mercedes-Benz plants in Rastatt (Germany), Sindelfingen (Germany), Tuscaloosa (United States), as well as the site in Hambach (France).
The batteries for the EQC production in Bremen, produced by the wholly-owned Daimler subsidiary Accumotive at the site in Kamenz (near Dresden) and part load. These are held in the band is close to ready and with driverless transport systems, delivered on flexible to the Band. The local manufacturing of batteries is a key factor of success in the electric offensive of Mercedes-Benz Cars. Thus, the production network for the mobility of the future is well placed.
In total, the company will invest over one billion Euro in the global battery production with two factories in Kamenz in Saxony and Stuttgart-Untertürkheim (Germany), as well as a factory in Sindelfingen, Beijing (China), and Tuscaloosa (USA), Jawor (Poland) and Bangkok (Thailand). The global battery production network of Mercedes-Benz Cars in the future will consist of nine plants on three continents.
Comprehensive standard equipment, with a view to the future
Already in the base version of the Mercedes-Benz EQC offers a very extensive range of standard equipment and is embodied as a Frontrunner of the brand EQ the four pillars of the digitization strategy CASE “Connected”, “Autonomous”, “Shared Services” and “Electric Drive”. With an innovative Infotainment System, driving assistance systems up-to-date far beyond the vehicle-rich Services and an intelligent drive strategy, the Premium SUV is impressive in the sum of its properties.
Connected: the Sophisticated operating concept with EQC specifics
No other System is as clear for the CASE field “Connected” like the Mercedes-Benz infotainment system MBUX – the Mercedes-Benz User Experience. It is in the EQC standard and as part of the comprehensive control and display concept of emotional connection between driver, vehicle and passport. Thanks to artificial intelligence IT with a Widescreen Cockpit from two 10,25“ display and touch-screen operation (to the right of the screen) is capable of learning. Another standard feature is the Touchpad in the center console. Unique is the voice control, which understands even dialects and EQC-specific commands.
A special Highlight of the EQC-specific evolution of MBUX. Exclusively for models of the brand EQ for the needs of electric mobility with advanced Features and Services are used in The EQC standard Remote and navigation services bundle of functions for the electric Drive. They allow, among other things, the EQC optimized Navigation to optimized route planning, including load stops, the individual load settings and Preconditioning of the vehicle. Ads that have just been specified for the Mercedes-Benz EQC, such as the power meter in the right-hand Tube of the instrument display that replaces the tachometer, to expand the positive user experience. A further highlight is the intelligent driver support with five different driving programs, and five individually adjustable recuperation stages, the speed and distance based customize.
Autonomous: Attractive optional equipment and add-on packages
Important steps in the direction of automated Driving (” Autonomous”), Mercedes-Benz, with the driving assistance package (2.296,70 Euro[4]) of the latest Generation. This combines further enhanced driving assistance systems, and a variety of additional convenience and safety – enhancing measures. Part of the active brake assist with Cornering and cross-over function, the active distance – wizard DISTRONIC or the active steering assist. The driving assistance package to relieve the driver and warn him possibly in good time to avoid danger situation.
Other optional extras such as the AMG Line exterior (1.606,50 Euro4) give the Mercedes-Benz EQC a dynamic touch. It transports, among other things, with the Twin-Blade Design on the radiator grille and the sporty AMG genes in the electro-mobility and combines unique Design with unique technology. The optional AMG Line interior (1.082,90 Euro4) gives the EQC lakes and felt more sportiness. In addition to the electro-Aesthetics-of-the-interior-of-the-flattened bottom section, in the grip area-perforated multi-function sport steering wheel, for instance, increases in Nappa leather driving fun. For good lateral support of the sports seats with AMG-specific Seat upholstery layout.
Shared & Services: long term-free electric mobility
Increasingly, the importance of the S for “Shared Services” of the CASE wins strategy: The customer’s desire for more comfort and convenience meet attractive service packages to the EQC, which are designed on a long-term worry-free use of the vehicle. The service packages “maintenance service”, ” Pick – up and delivery service,” “vehicle warranty extension” and the “wear and tear part package”, which are already offered with the purchase of a vehicle.[5]
The “maintenance service” includes all required maintenance work for a period of up to six years or a mileage of 150,000 kilometres. Particular attention is paid to the control of safety-relevant components and the function test of electrical components. The use of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and special tools ensures a smooth and reliable driving experience.
In combination with the maintenance service of “Pick – up and delivery service makes” the planning of workshop visits as comfortable as never before. The vehicle will be picked up to work over a period of six years (or up to six Times) for maintenance and at the customer’s request. The use of The Pick – up and delivery service from home, office or any other location in a defined radius to the EQC authorized Mercedes-Benz workshop.
The service package “vehicle extended warranty” protects the vehicle owner via the standard Mercedes-Benz new car warranty[6] and up to a vehicle age of six years, from unexpected repair costs. The extension of the vehicle warranty is the ideal Supplement to the standard battery certificate for the high-voltage battery, up to a term of eight years or a mileage of 160,000 kilometres.
The “wear and tear part package” for a period of up to six years, the replacement of the main wear and tear parts such as brake pads, rotor or wiper blades.
All of the above service packages are bound for the period of six years to the vehicle and be transferred in a sale to subsequent owners.
For the Mercedes-Benz EQC, there will be time for the market introduction in Germany, a “Holiday mobility package”. This allows the customer, for example, for longer vacation trips in regions that do not yet have a sufficiently-developed charging infrastructure, with a Mercedes-Benz rental vehicle with a conventional internal combustion engine.[7]
The Holiday mobility package that provides the customer with a specific “mobility Budget”, which grants him about the Premium rental service Mercedes-Benz Rent access to the entire range of Mercedes-Benz product range from a convertible for the summer weekend, right up to V-class for the family holiday. The mobility package will be redeemable at Mercedes-Benz EQ partners, quite comfortable, according to your individual needs and with the usual Mercedes-Benz Rent a premium service. The EQC customer benefits from a price advantage over the regular Mercedes-Benz Rent lease tool is in the amount of about 10%.
Electric Power directly from the Stand
The EQC is a pioneer of the new electric-drive generations of the Mercedes-Benz represents the CASE field, the “Electric Drive”. The overall performance of the EQC is 300 kW (408 HP). The electric motor on the front and rear axle to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy and offer impressive propulsion with 760 Nm. The intelligent operating strategy of the drive components the performance at all times available where you according to the driving situation is needed – efficiently and almost silently. The fully variable 4MATIC all-wheel drive improves driving stability, especially in difficult road conditions. He distributes the power steplessly and provides a Plus in terms of driving safety, driving pleasure and range.
The high-voltage Lithium-ion battery of the EQC is the Central energy storage for the electric drive and a high power density with a useable energy content of 80 kWh (NEDC)[8]. This provides for a range of 445 – 471 km (NEDC)8, as well as the high efficiency of the electric drive. The modular system design with two modules, each with 48 cells and four modules, each with 72 cells allows a particularly compact design.
Shop at home
Basically, the EQC can be recharged at a household outlet. However, can be charged with the Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Home all battery electric vehicles and Plug-in Hybrid from Mercedes-Benz many times faster than a conventional household outlet. The Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Home charging station, which enables a particularly quick, safe and convenient Charging at home.
Together with a market-specific charging installation partner, Mercedes-Benz also offers a simple and quick Installation of the Mercedes-Benz Wallbox, as well as professional advice around the topic of E-mobility.
Relaxed travel, Shop and Pay
The EQC is equipped as standard with a wide array of digital services, the worry-free electric Driving and Charging.
With the EQC optimised Navigation will be automatically calculated in a fast and comfortable Route with a few charging stops, and short load times. The planning of the Route can also be done off-board on the Mercedes me App. The Preconditioning ensures that the interior of the vehicle for departure to the desired temperature. Through the integration of vehicle data such as the current battery status, as well as information about the route, weather data and available charging stations, the Route is adjusted dynamically.
Thanks to the EQC optimized Navigation for Mercedes-Benz customers charging stations easy to find and get Mercedes me batch-to-Batch in different countries, convenient access to charging stations from various manufacturers. Customers benefit from an integrated payment function with a simple statement. Mercedes me Batch also allows access to the fast-charging stations in the pan-European fast-charging network of IONITY. The short load times, in particular, in the case of long tracks for a pleasant journey along the main transport axes in Europe.
Special limited edition to Start
With the EQC Edition of 1886 (the power consumption of 20.8 combined: – a 19.7 kWh/100 km; CO2 emission, combined: 0 g/km)[9], which premiered at the New York International auto show 2019 in its world premiere, the inventor of the automobile, that his idea of a future mobility goes far beyond vehicles. The EQC Edition of 1886 has comprehensive special facilities and offers customer-oriented Services related to electric mobility. The price of the EQC Edition in 1886, is due to the extensive additional features and Services,84.930, 30 euros 10].
Technical Data
CO2-Emission
0 g/km
Power consumption (NEDC)
20,8 – a 19.7 kWh/100 km[11]
Range (NEDC)
445 – 471 km11
Charging time at a Wallbox or public. Charging station (AC Load)
11 hrs. [12]
Charging time at fast charge station
(DC Load)
approx. 40 min.[13]
Drive
2 Asynchronous-Machines, All-Wheel Drive
Performance
300 kW (408 HP)
Max. Torque
760 Nm
Maximum speed
180 km/h (limited)
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h
5.1 s
Battery
Lithium-Ion
Energy content of battery (NEDC)
80 kWh
Battery weight
652 kg
Length/width (with mirrors)/height
4.761/1.884 (2.096) /1.623 mm
Track width (front/rear)
1.625/1.615 mm
Wheelbase
EUR 2,873 mm
Luggage compartment (depending on equipment)
approximately 500 l
Unladen weight (EC)/zul. Total payload (EC)weight/
2.495/2.940/445 kg
Zul. Trailer load with 12% gradient
1,800 kg
Mercedes-Benz EQC
Price (Euro)[14]
71.281,00
Mercedes-Benz EQC Edition 1886 price (Euro)14
84.930,30
[1] power consumption and range were determined on the basis of regulation 692/2008/EC. Power consumption and range depend on the vehicle configuration.
[2] power consumption and range were determined on the basis of regulation 692/2008/EC. Power consumption and range depend on the vehicle configuration.
[3] recommended Retail price in Germany incl. 19% VAT
[4] recommended Retail price in Germany incl. 19 % VAT
[5] This offer is valid for Germany and European markets, it may differ in other countries.
[6] the exact terms of The “vehicle warranty extension” countries are buying specific to the vehicle, please refer to the relevant Terms and conditions.
[7] In other European countries, individual, country-specific mobility solutions for EQC customers in planning and will be announced at a later date.
[8] power consumption and range were determined on the basis of regulation 692/2008/EC. Power consumption and range depend on the vehicle configuration.
[9] power consumption and range were determined on the basis of regulation 692/2008/EC. Power consumption and range depend on the vehicle configuration.
[10] recommended Retail price in Germany incl. 19% VAT
[11] power consumption and range were determined on the basis of regulation 692/2008/EC. Power consumption and range depend on the vehicle configuration.
[12], The load times correspond to 10-100% of full charge when using a Wallbox or public charging station (AC connector with a minimum of 7.4 kW, 16A per Phase)
[13], The load times correspond to 10-80% of full charge when using a DC fast station with supply voltage of 400V load 300A, electricity at least.
[14] recommended Retail price in Germany incl. 19% VAT