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For the 2020 model year Mercedes-Benz will introduce a new entry-level version of the all-electric EQC SUV to sit underneath the current version being marketed in Australian dealerships.
The 2022 EQC 400 4Matic will be priced from $124,300 plus GST and LCT, while the previous version which offered more specification as standard, will now be known as the EQC 400 4Matic Sport and it will be priced from $141,300 plus GST and LCT.
Mercedes-Benz Australia says the newly reconfigured EQC 400 4Matic variant achieves an enticing price point for the upcoming model year, following a specification review that identified an opportunity to welcome more first-time all-electric SUV customers to the market.
It says the new entry model to the EQC line-up is still stocked with luxury and convenience features.
The MBUX infotainment system provides voice control, plus touchscreen and touchpad. In the new EQC 400 4Matic, this is rendered across two 10.25-inch digital screens, and includes access to electric-specific EQ controls enabling the driver to view energy flow displays and set up charging parameters. There is also full access to the Mercedes me Connect app, which enables control of numerous functions via a linked smartphone and remote access to key vehicle data, including charge status.
Other standard features include electrically adjustable front seats and steering column with memory settings, heated front seats, black Artico upholstery, DAB+ digital radio, smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay or Google Android Auto, ambient lighting with 64 colours, dual-zone climate control, Keyless-Go access and start, a powered tailgate, and Parking Package with Active Parking Assist and a 360° camera.
Standard safety equipment includes nine airbags and Electronic Stability Program, Traffic Sign Assist, the Driving Assistance Package Plus including Active Distance Distronic, Evasive Steering Assist, Active Braking Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist and the Pre-Safe system that prepares the vehicle and occupants in the event of an imminent collision.
The LED headlights have Adaptive Highbeam Assist, and are part of an overall lighting package that includes LED daytime running lights and an LED light-band that runs across the top of the radiator grille. It also wears aerodynamically optimised 20-inch AMG Multi-spoke alloy wheels in gloss black, with a high-sheen finish.
The EQC 400 4Matic utilises front and rear asynchronous electric motors producing combined outputs of 300 kW and 760 Nm. It can accelerate from rest to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. An 80 kWh lithium-ion battery offers expected range of up to 430 km (ADR) and energy efficiency of 23.8 kW per 100km says Mercedes-Benz Australia.
All EQC models include a five-year unlimited subscription to the Chargefox national network of ultra-rapid stations and participating fast charging stations. Charging cables for domestic sockets and public charging stations are supplied, and a Mercedes-Benz Wall Box can be purchased separately to enable faster, programmable home charging. The EQC is capable of charging at up to 110 kW via DC and 11 kW via AC.
The Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4Matic Sport
Formerly the sole EQC variant available, this vehicle includes the equipment listed above, whilst retaining some distinctive visual enhancement and convenience features to delight customers seeking a sportier specification says Mercedes-Benz Australia.
The EQC 400 4Matic Sport is distinguished by the AMG Line exterior, which includes the AMG-specific Black Panel radiator grille in a twin-blade design, front apron with its jet-wing design and functional Air Curtains, and a broader rear apron with diffuser. An AMG Line interior includes a sports-style multifunction steering wheel in Nappa leather, with AMG floor mats. Other visual differentiation comes from the glass sunroof, and dark privacy glass for the rear windows.
The Sport provides AMG leather seats and an Artico dashboard, and is equipped with a head-up display and 21-inch AMG Multi-spoke alloy wheels in gloss black with a high-sheen silver finish.
Two new paint colours will be available to order across both models, named Spectral Blue and designo Opalite White Bright.
The new EQC 400 4Matic variant will be available to order shortly, with first arrivals expected toward the end of 2021.
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