Mercedes-Benz launched the product & technology brand ‘EQ’ earlier this year in India. Brand EQ is a product and technology ecosystem that aims to shape the future of mobility, which derives from the Mercedes brand values of ‘Emotion’ and ‘Intelligence.’‘ EQ’ is the first dedicated electro mobility brand in the luxury segment. Mercedes EQC 1886 Edition India Launch has been done at Rs 99.3 lakhs.
Carefully coordinated elements on the exterior and interior are among the optional extras for the EQC Edition 1886. The black panel radiator grille with louvres and edging in high-gloss black ensures a particularly exclusive character on the exterior. The ‘EQC Edition 1886’ is available exclusively in metallic high-tech silver. Further individual features include the high-gloss black badge with ‘EQC Edition 1886’ lettering on the mudguard and the 10-spoke 20-inch light-alloy wheels in high-gloss black with white decorative elements.
The exclusive appeal continues in the interior, for example with the new seat designs with upholstery in ARTICO man-made leather/ DINAMICA microfibre in indigo blue and black. A special ‘EQC Edition 1886′ lettering is embroidered into the seat backrests. The lettering can also be found as a badge on the centre console. This level of detail is also evident in the specific trim elements in a silver matrix look as well as the floor mats with the “EQC” embroidery.
The EQC Edition 1886 has outstanding driving assistance systems for the highest level of safety and driving comfort. The Burmester® surround sound system provides remarkable sound and fully shows its potential in the extremely quiet interior of the EQC. The ENERGIZING package is also on-board. The ENERGIZING comfort controller combines various systems in the car, thus creating an optimal environment from the lighting mood to the fragrance and ionisation of the air to keep the user fresh and vitalised.
The ENERGIZING COACH uses data from the vehicle and surroundings to recommend one of the ENERGIZING programmes that fit the situation and the individual. Aspects such as the traffic situation, weather and length of the journey, for example, are included in the assessment. In addition, data providing information on the driver’s current well-being can also be used. This is made possible by networking with available Garmin® wearables (smartwatches/fitness trackers). Further optional extras such as electrically adjustable driver and front passenger seats with memory function round off the Edition package.
Like every EQC, the EQC Edition 1886 has a water-cooled on-board charger (OBC) with an output of 7.4 kW and is therefore ready for charging with alternating current (AC) at home and at public charging stations. Charging with a Mercedes-Benz Wallbox is up to three times faster than at a domestic power socket. It is even faster with DC charging – which is standard for the EQC, with a suitable market-specific plug. Depending on the SoC (status of charge), the EQC can be charged with a maximum output of up to 110 kW at an appropriate charging station.
Mercedes-Benz is establishing ‘Sustainable Luxury’ as the future roadmap in India and the launch of the brand ‘EQ” will be an important pillar in that roadmap. The brand ‘EQ’ was launched in India by Martin Schwenk, MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India and Santosh Iyer, Vice-President, Sales & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz India at the company’s manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune.
Mercedes-Benz India will have a host of initiatives that aims at expanding the market. These include an unprecedented product offensive, reaching out to newer customer base and markets and establishing luxury electric motoring in India. All these initiatives underline our inner restlessness and our desire to strive for a new journey, pursuing new success and create new milestone on the way.
Sustainability efforts at Mercedes-Benz India:
Based on the roadmap of driving ‘Sustainable Luxury’, Mercedes-Benz India has aggressively set ‘sustainability’ as a key focus area. Mercedes-Benz India’s sustainability focus has been divided into three core focus areas, that of Planet, People and Products. Mercedes-Benz India has taken innovative initiatives towards carbon neutrality to help maintain the ecological balance and do our small bit for the planet with our focus on renewable energy
• Today, around 20% of energy requirement at the manufacturing facility comes from a renewable source, which is solar-powered. By the end of this quarter, the plan is to increase this to 45% with an installation that will cater to almost 45% of the energy requirement of MB India
Complete hassle-free ownership experience of EQC: Individual household feasibility survey, wall box installations at home or office, all-inclusive in car price
EQC retail network: Phase wise roll-out of EQC for an enhanced customer experience | Phase I comprises 13 location in 6 cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Chennai | Phase II roll-out to cover other metros
EQC Service & Warranty: Comprehensive service packages offering complete ease of ownership to customers:
a) 5 years unlimited kms Comprehensive Service Package
b) 5 years unlimited kms Extended Warranty
c) 5 years unlimited On-Road Assistance
First time in the auto industry: Mercedes-Benz India is going to offer the ‘industry-first’ 8 years or 1,60,000 kms (whichever is earlier) battery cover for the EQC
Buy-back value for EQC: Assured buyback value for 3 years during the time of purchase for customers Attractive EMI from DFS India with STAR Aglity: 40% lower EMI with Star Agilityfor a loan tenure of 3 years, starting at an attractive INR 144,111 per month
EQC charging ecosystem: Mercedes-Benz’s densest network spread across India will support any charging & service related requirements for the EQC customers
a) The EQC has a range of 450 km (as per WLTP) at one full charge | Highly suitable for all kind of intracity travel and daily usability
b) For any intercity travel, Mercedes-Benz India has 100+ charging points in 48 cities across the country which are equipped with wall box charging facility
c) In addition, EQC head unit via navigation will guide customers to the nearest public charging station
Online buying: Customer can order their EQC online from the comfort of their home at: www.shop.mercedes-benz.co.in
• With its seamless, clear design and colour highlights typical of the brand, EQC represents the design idiom of Progressive Luxury
• With respect to quality, safety and comfort the EQC is the Mercedes-Benz among electric vehicles, and highly convincing in the sum of its attributes
• Dynamic performance thanks to two electric motors at the front and rear axles with a combined output of 408hp& 700 Nm of Torque| 0-100 in just 5.1 seconds
• Connected Car technology with the new EQC:
o The recently introduced new Mercedes Me Connect App provides an all-new user interface. | Sharper and easier to consume, the new map interface comes with coloured 3D map
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• Fit & Healthy with the EQC: EQC offers a combination of luxury and comfort programs which can improve the fitness, safety and sense of well-being of customer:
o Unique ENERGIZING comfort programmes, an ENERGIZING coach, front seat heating, AIR-BALANCE package
• The new Mercedes-BenzEQC has priced at INR 99.30 lakhs (all prices are ex-showroom, India)Price includes for the first 50 units: AC Wall Box charger, home electrical charger,5 years unlimited on-road assistance, 5 years comprehensive service package, 5-year unlimited kilometres extended warranty, 8 years/160000kms battery cover
EQC specifications:
Description Values
CO2 emissions 0 g/km
Range (NEDC) New European Drive Cycle 445 – 471 km1
Drive system 2 asynchronous motors, all-wheel drive
Output 300 kW (408 hp)
Peak torque 760 Nm
Acceleration 0-100 km/h 5.1 s
Battery Lithium-ion
Battery energy content (NEDC) 80 kWh
Battery weight 652 kg
