Mercedes-Benz EQV: the most luxurious electric minivan on the market arrives

The Mercedes-Benz EQV will be presented in less than a month with the claim of being the first 100% electric premium minivan.

The Mercedes-Benz EQ family is getting bigger, and that's never been better said, as the largest model in the star brand's electric range is coming to market: the Mercedes-Benz EQV. Therefore, it seems that the objective of that the entire range of the brand will be electrified in 2022 gains possibilities, since in addition to the EQC, it seems that the Mercedes-Benz EQA is being developed with an eye on the Tesla Model 3.

Those from Stuttgart have presented their new model as the “First fully electric premium MPV Mercedes-Benz”. As expected, it will be presented at home, at the Frankfurt Motor Show (September 12-22). In addition, this model will have a Spanish touch, as it will be produced at the brand's plant in Vitoria, where models such as the Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Vito are already manufactured.

The manufacturer has already given some provisional data about its new electric minivan: Its autonomy will be a respectable 405 kilometers. and, thanks to the fast charging system, it can be charged from 10% to 80% in less than an hour. In addition, and as could not be otherwise, the habitability and comfort in this model will be first class.

Marcus Breitschwerdt, Head of Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles, said: “Our MPVs meet the highest standards in terms of functionality and variability. The EQV offers comfortable, dynamic driving, plenty of space and zero emissions.. Therefore, it offers all the qualities specific to the brand and the segment that customers should expect, whether as a family car or as a people carrier.”

Few new features in its design

In its exterior design, there are few variations with respect to the concept that the brand presented at the Geneva Motor Show or with the traditional V-Class. What is most striking is a hallmark of the EQ family: the radiator grille with integrated light strip. Another difference is the 18-inch faired wheels.

If we open the door to enter the cabin, the differences with respect to the combustion variant are few. The biggest difference is the colours used on the dashboard and the stitching on the upholstery in rose gold.

In addition, it has the advanced MBUX infotainment system associated with a 10-inch high-definition screen that offers all the information about the model's electric motor. In addition, it will allow from the Smartphone, the user can manage some parameters such as the temperature of the cabin or send data about a route to the browser.

It is common in electric cars that the location of the batteries takes up space in the passenger compartment. However, in the Mercedes-Benz EQV This is not the case, so it can also offer different configurations. Its modularity allows it to have two or four individual seats in the rear, making it a perfect vehicle for transporting passengers.

However, these individual seats can be replaced by benches that can accommodate 7 or 8 passengers. If the seats are removed, The Mercedes-Benz EQV has a load capacity of 3,5 tons including its weight.

The Mercedes-Benz EQV will have 200 horsepower and 405 km of autonomy

Its electric motor produces 200 horsepower and 362 Nm of torque, giving it a top speed of 160 km/h, all of which is linked to a single-speed transmission. This engine is powered by a battery with a gross capacity of 100 kWh, although Mercedes-Benz has reduced its usable capacity to 90 kWh to improve its reliability. Thanks to this combination, The Mercedes-Benz EQV has a range of 405 kilometers..

The Mercedes-Benz EQV has the novelty that the charging port is located on the left side of the front bumper. This differentiates it from the Mercedes-Benz eVito, which is installed behind the driver's door.

Using the paddles located behind the steering wheel, the driver can configure the battery regeneration level you want at any given time. It also has the D-Auto mode, through which you can adjust the energy regeneration based on the needs of the chosen route.

El Mercedes-Benz EQV price It is 66.000 euros, which is 15.000 euros more expensive than the entry-level version and 5.000 euros more than the 190-horsepower diesel. This new model will only be on the market when it arrives in 2021, since there are no electric minivans at this level. It remains to be seen whether the other manufacturers will challenge the new Mercedes-Benz EQV in the coming years.