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The Complete Guide to the Mercedes-Benz EQ Range

Published on
May 18, 2023

Key Points:

  • Mercedes-Benz makes a range of electric cars that form its EQ line. These include a variety of cars, from luxury sedans to SUVs and vans, with each one usually available in a number of variations.
  • All cars in the EQ range come with CCS standard inlets, which means you’ll be able to charge them using the full range of charging options, including slow, fast and rapid charging.
  • Rapid charging is the fast and most efficient way to charge a Mercedes electric car, and the best way to find rapid chargers is to use the Bonnet app. 
  • You can use Bonnet for free or by signing up for either of its two paid plans, giving you access to a huge network of charging services at discounted rates.

Looking for elegance in an electric vehicle? The Mercedes EQ range fits this bill. There’s something for every need and every taste, from SUVs to luxury sedans and vans. Take a look!

Mercedes-Benz EQA

The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the company’s entry-level all-electric vehicle. Design and style-wise, this EV is modelled after the combustion engine-based Mercedes-Benz GLA.  

With a starting price of £49,995, the EQA comes in three powertrain models: the EQA 250+, EQA 300 and EQA 350.

The EQA 250+ is a front-wheel drive that offers 190hp with a driving range of 324 miles. The EQA 300, on the other hand, is an all-wheel drive and is capable of 228hp while delivering a driving range of 268 miles. The EQA 350 isn’t significantly different from the EQA 300, with the major difference between the two being that the EQA 350 has a much higher output of 292hp. 

The EQA comes with a 66.5 kWh battery as standard and takes between 20 minutes and 30 hours to charge from 20% to 80%, depending on the charging method. The vehicle comes with the CCS charging inlet, which allows it to be charged using level 1 (slow charging), level 2 (fast charging) and rapid charging.

Style and design-wise, the EQA feels very much like the GLA. While it comes with a relatively small boot, it does offer a reasonably spacious and comfortable cabin to make up for this. The EQA offers a decent collection of onboard tech, including sat-nav, but still falls a little short of the standard of luxury that is visible with some of the higher-end EQ models.

EQA Key Specs
Battery 66.5kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower190-292
Top Speed160 km/h
Range268-324 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQB

The EQB is a seven-seater (European buyers will have the five-seater option) crossover that starts at £53,610, making it one of the more affordable electric vehicles in the Mercedes EQ range. It comes in two versions, both of which use the same two-motor powertrain and have the same 66.5 kWh battery but vary in horsepower and range.

Buyers will have the option of choosing between the EQB 300 and the EQB 350, with the EQB 300 offering 228hp compared to the 292hp offered by the EQB 350. 

The EQB takes about 31 hours to charge on a domestic energy supply and about 31 minutes on a rapid charge. It also uses regenerative braking, so you’ll be able to charge your EQB’s battery – modestly – while you’re out and about.

Being a seven-seater, the EQB is quite spacious, as you’d expect. Tech-wise, it offers a very familiar dashboard and suite of onboard tech to the EQA.

EQB Key Specs
Battery 66.5 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower228-292
Top Speed160 km/h
Range205 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQC

The Mercedes-Benz EQC is a compact, luxury electric SUV, which reflects in its pricing. Starting at £74,330, it is considerably pricier than both of the two previous models in the Mercedes EQ line. Additionally, unlike both, it comes in only one powertrain layout at the moment.

The EQC operates on a dual-motor powertrain, with a motor at each axle, providing the car with 402hp. The EQC comes with an 80 kWh battery that takes 30 minutes to 37 hours to charge, depending on the method of charging.

The EQC is well-designed, with a lot of fine details like ribbed trims on its front seats and metallic-themed air vents that give the EQC a futuristic feel. The cabin is spacious, with a similar dashboard layout to the EQA and EQB.

EQC Key Specs
Battery 85 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower402
Top Speed180 km/h
Range255 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQE

The EQE is a luxury sedan that comes in four powertrain variations. The line-up starts at £76,450 and includes the AMG EQE 4Matic, EQE 350+, EQE 350 4Matic and EQE 500 4Matic.

The entry-level EQE 350+ has a rear-wheel drivetrain with a relatively low output of 288hp. Despite the EQE 350 4Matic using an all-wheel drive setup, it produces an identical power output to the EQE 350+ with 288hp. 

At the upper end of the range are the EQE 500 4matic and the AMG EQE 4Matic, both of which feature all-wheel drivetrains, with significantly more power output at 402hp and 617hp, respectively. 

The EQE comes with a 90 kWh battery that takes between 40 minutes to 44 hours to charge, depending on the method. 

Stylewise, the EQE takes things up a notch with several high-tech features that cement its status as a luxury sedan. For example, it comes with Mercedes’ Hyperscreen, heated front seats, wireless smartphone charging and so on. 

EQE Key Specs
Battery 90.6 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower288-617
Top Speed210 km/h
Range300 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQS

The EQS is a truly high-end luxury sedan and is most notable for its opulent cabin. This may partly explain why it starts at a whopping £102,160.

The car comes in three powertrain variations: the EQS450+, which is a single-motor, rear-wheel drive; the EQS 450+ 4Matic, which is a dual-motor, all-wheel drive; and the EQS 580 4Matic, which is also a dual-motor, all-wheel drive.

In terms of power, the EQS 580 4Matic far outstrips the other two versions, with 516hp to the 355hp and 329hp of the EQS 450+ 4Matic and the EQS450+, respectively.   

The EQS takes a relatively long time to charge when compared with most of the other Mercedes electric cars on this list – which is to be expected given its battery size of 107.8 kWh. Charging at home on an unmodified domestic current may take up to 55 hours, while charging with a rapid charger may take around 30 minutes.

EQS Key Specs
Battery 107.8 kWh
Charging InletCCS
Horsepower329-516
Top Speed210 km/h
Range453 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, as its name implies, is essentially the SUV version of the EQS. The EQS SUV is a high-end luxury SUV that starts at £129,170. Just like its sibling, the EQS sedan, it is available in three models: the EQS 450+, 450 4Matic and 580 4Matic. 

The base-model EQS SUV 450+ comes with a 108.4 kWh battery that can supply 355hp and give you about 365 miles of real-world driving range. The EQS 450+ uses a rear-mounted motor, but both the 4Matic models are all-wheel drive. 

Though the 450 4Matic offers the same 355hp as the 450+, the 580 4Matic comes with a whopping 536hp.

The EQS SUV is substantially identical to the EQS in its interior, with the exception of a few details. For example, the EQS SUV has a bit more space and can accommodate an extra row to turn the five-seater into a seven-seater.

The EQS SUV’s 108.4 kWh battery can be charged within 30 minutes to 47 hours, depending on the method of charging.  

EQS SUV Key Specs
Battery 108.4 kWh
Charging InletCCS
Horsepower355-536
Top Speed210 km/h
Range300

Mercedes-Benz EQV

The Mercedes-Benz EQV is a seven-seater all-electric multi-purpose vehicle. Whether you’re moving cargo or people, this MPV (really, just a van) will offer loads of room alongside its other features. The EQV starts at £71,760 and is available in only one powertrain configuration.

The EQV comes with a 201hp single-motor powertrain and a 90 kWh battery that offers a driving range of 211 miles. The EQV can be charged within 30 minutes to 39 hours, depending on your choice of charging method.

Comfort and style-wise, the EQV features MBUX-based infotainment and navigation features, which you can enjoy from its spacious cabin.

EQV Key Specs
Battery 90 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower201hp
Top Speed160 km/h
Range211 Miles

Charging Mercedes-Benz Electric Cars

Mercedes-Benz EVs come with different battery sizes, but they all have the same CCS inlet as standard. The CCS inlet allows for the full range of charging options that include slow (level 1) charging, fast (level 2) charging and rapid charging.

Slow and fast charging can both be done by connecting to an AC current, but you’ll need a different type of connector for either method. Rapid charging, on the other hand, can only be done on a DC current. 

Where Can You Charge an Electric Mercedes-Benz?

One of the biggest concerns for any EV owner is range anxiety. Fortunately, there are tons of ways to keep your EV up and running. Here are the most reliable options:

Charging Your EV at Home

The easiest and cheapest way to charge any EV is simply by connecting it to a household socket using a type-2-to-type-2 connector. This will allow your EV to draw current from domestic energy without any modifications. However, this is the slowest way to give your EV a full charge. In all cases, charging from 20% to 80% or more will take a minimum of 30 hours (typically much longer), depending on the battery size of your Mercedes-Benz EV.

Another option you’ll have for charging at home is to install a home charging station that is capable of delivering enhanced energy for charging your EV. These charging stations can significantly shorten charge times, but you’ll need to factor in purchase and installation costs which are usually in the range of £800 to £1,200. 

Fortunately, you may qualify for up to as much as £350 in UK government EV owner subsidies that will help to make these costs more manageable.

Charging Your EV at Public Destinations

When you’re out and about, there are a few different places where you might be able to give your EV a top-up. These may include your workplace, malls and so on, sometimes for free or at discounted rates. 

You can also take your EV to a commercial rapid charging service, which is the most reliable method of charging, taking less than an hour to give your EV a full charge in most cases.   

EV owners sometimes struggle to find commercial charging services around them, especially when travelling any distance away from home. If you’re in the UK or Europe, the best way to stay connected to rapid charging services around you is to use the Bonnet app.

Bonnet brings together a huge network of commercial chargers around the UK and Europe. There are three Bonnet plans that allow you to access this service in different ways:

  • PAYG. This plan allows for free use of the Bonnet app while you pay the rates advertised by various charging services. 
  • Light Boost. Offers 10% off the rates advertised by commercial charging services.
  • Turbo Boost. Offers 15% off the rates charged by commercial charging services. 

Get Started with Your Mercedes Electric Car

As you’ll have seen, the Mercedes EV range offers a few different options. These include luxury sedans, SUVs and even a van model. These cars are all elegant and powerful, with unique features that are ideal for different users. Simply choose the model that works best for you! 

And don’t forget that you’ll have a range of charging options, and the best way to stay connected when you’re on the go is to find charging services using Bonnet!

FAQs

Do Mercedes have electric cars?

Mercedes offers a range of electric cars in its EQ line. These include luxury sedans like the EQS, SUVs like the EQC and EQS SUV, and the EQV, which is a van.

How much will Mercedes electric cars cost?

Mercedes electric cars have different costs depending on the model. Some, like the EQA, start relatively low at £49,995, while others, like the EQS SUV, are much pricier at around £122,000.

What is the best Benz electric car?

The best Benz may depend on your needs. The Benz EQS SUV is a highly rated luxury SUV, and it is the most expensive Benz electric car. However, other models may better serve your needs.

How many fully electric cars does Mercedes have?

The Mercedes EQ range currently has eight fully electric cars.

How much is the cheapest electric Mercedes?

The cheapest electric Mercedes is the EQA, which starts at £49,995.

May 18, 2023

Mercedes-Benz EQA

The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the company’s entry-level all-electric vehicle. Design and style-wise, this EV is modelled after the combustion engine-based Mercedes-Benz GLA.  

With a starting price of £49,995, the EQA comes in three powertrain models: the EQA 250+, EQA 300 and EQA 350.

The EQA 250+ is a front-wheel drive that offers 190hp with a driving range of 324 miles. The EQA 300, on the other hand, is an all-wheel drive and is capable of 228hp while delivering a driving range of 268 miles. The EQA 350 isn’t significantly different from the EQA 300, with the major difference between the two being that the EQA 350 has a much higher output of 292hp. 

The EQA comes with a 66.5 kWh battery as standard and takes between 20 minutes and 30 hours to charge from 20% to 80%, depending on the charging method. The vehicle comes with the CCS charging inlet, which allows it to be charged using level 1 (slow charging), level 2 (fast charging) and rapid charging.

Style and design-wise, the EQA feels very much like the GLA. While it comes with a relatively small boot, it does offer a reasonably spacious and comfortable cabin to make up for this. The EQA offers a decent collection of onboard tech, including sat-nav, but still falls a little short of the standard of luxury that is visible with some of the higher-end EQ models.

EQA Key Specs
Battery 66.5kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower190-292
Top Speed160 km/h
Range268-324 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQB

The EQB is a seven-seater (European buyers will have the five-seater option) crossover that starts at £53,610, making it one of the more affordable electric vehicles in the Mercedes EQ range. It comes in two versions, both of which use the same two-motor powertrain and have the same 66.5 kWh battery but vary in horsepower and range.

Buyers will have the option of choosing between the EQB 300 and the EQB 350, with the EQB 300 offering 228hp compared to the 292hp offered by the EQB 350. 

The EQB takes about 31 hours to charge on a domestic energy supply and about 31 minutes on a rapid charge. It also uses regenerative braking, so you’ll be able to charge your EQB’s battery – modestly – while you’re out and about.

Being a seven-seater, the EQB is quite spacious, as you’d expect. Tech-wise, it offers a very familiar dashboard and suite of onboard tech to the EQA.

EQB Key Specs
Battery 66.5 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower228-292
Top Speed160 km/h
Range205 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQC

The Mercedes-Benz EQC is a compact, luxury electric SUV, which reflects in its pricing. Starting at £74,330, it is considerably pricier than both of the two previous models in the Mercedes EQ line. Additionally, unlike both, it comes in only one powertrain layout at the moment.

The EQC operates on a dual-motor powertrain, with a motor at each axle, providing the car with 402hp. The EQC comes with an 80 kWh battery that takes 30 minutes to 37 hours to charge, depending on the method of charging.

The EQC is well-designed, with a lot of fine details like ribbed trims on its front seats and metallic-themed air vents that give the EQC a futuristic feel. The cabin is spacious, with a similar dashboard layout to the EQA and EQB.

EQC Key Specs
Battery 85 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower402
Top Speed180 km/h
Range255 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQE

The EQE is a luxury sedan that comes in four powertrain variations. The line-up starts at £76,450 and includes the AMG EQE 4Matic, EQE 350+, EQE 350 4Matic and EQE 500 4Matic.

The entry-level EQE 350+ has a rear-wheel drivetrain with a relatively low output of 288hp. Despite the EQE 350 4Matic using an all-wheel drive setup, it produces an identical power output to the EQE 350+ with 288hp. 

At the upper end of the range are the EQE 500 4matic and the AMG EQE 4Matic, both of which feature all-wheel drivetrains, with significantly more power output at 402hp and 617hp, respectively. 

The EQE comes with a 90 kWh battery that takes between 40 minutes to 44 hours to charge, depending on the method. 

Stylewise, the EQE takes things up a notch with several high-tech features that cement its status as a luxury sedan. For example, it comes with Mercedes’ Hyperscreen, heated front seats, wireless smartphone charging and so on. 

EQE Key Specs
Battery 90.6 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower288-617
Top Speed210 km/h
Range300 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQS

The EQS is a truly high-end luxury sedan and is most notable for its opulent cabin. This may partly explain why it starts at a whopping £102,160.

The car comes in three powertrain variations: the EQS450+, which is a single-motor, rear-wheel drive; the EQS 450+ 4Matic, which is a dual-motor, all-wheel drive; and the EQS 580 4Matic, which is also a dual-motor, all-wheel drive.

In terms of power, the EQS 580 4Matic far outstrips the other two versions, with 516hp to the 355hp and 329hp of the EQS 450+ 4Matic and the EQS450+, respectively.   

The EQS takes a relatively long time to charge when compared with most of the other Mercedes electric cars on this list – which is to be expected given its battery size of 107.8 kWh. Charging at home on an unmodified domestic current may take up to 55 hours, while charging with a rapid charger may take around 30 minutes.

EQS Key Specs
Battery 107.8 kWh
Charging InletCCS
Horsepower329-516
Top Speed210 km/h
Range453 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, as its name implies, is essentially the SUV version of the EQS. The EQS SUV is a high-end luxury SUV that starts at £129,170. Just like its sibling, the EQS sedan, it is available in three models: the EQS 450+, 450 4Matic and 580 4Matic. 

The base-model EQS SUV 450+ comes with a 108.4 kWh battery that can supply 355hp and give you about 365 miles of real-world driving range. The EQS 450+ uses a rear-mounted motor, but both the 4Matic models are all-wheel drive. 

Though the 450 4Matic offers the same 355hp as the 450+, the 580 4Matic comes with a whopping 536hp.

The EQS SUV is substantially identical to the EQS in its interior, with the exception of a few details. For example, the EQS SUV has a bit more space and can accommodate an extra row to turn the five-seater into a seven-seater.

The EQS SUV’s 108.4 kWh battery can be charged within 30 minutes to 47 hours, depending on the method of charging.  

EQS SUV Key Specs
Battery 108.4 kWh
Charging InletCCS
Horsepower355-536
Top Speed210 km/h
Range300

Mercedes-Benz EQV

The Mercedes-Benz EQV is a seven-seater all-electric multi-purpose vehicle. Whether you’re moving cargo or people, this MPV (really, just a van) will offer loads of room alongside its other features. The EQV starts at £71,760 and is available in only one powertrain configuration.

The EQV comes with a 201hp single-motor powertrain and a 90 kWh battery that offers a driving range of 211 miles. The EQV can be charged within 30 minutes to 39 hours, depending on your choice of charging method.

Comfort and style-wise, the EQV features MBUX-based infotainment and navigation features, which you can enjoy from its spacious cabin.

EQV Key Specs
Battery 90 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower201hp
Top Speed160 km/h
Range211 Miles

Charging Mercedes-Benz Electric Cars

Mercedes-Benz EVs come with different battery sizes, but they all have the same CCS inlet as standard. The CCS inlet allows for the full range of charging options that include slow (level 1) charging, fast (level 2) charging and rapid charging.

Slow and fast charging can both be done by connecting to an AC current, but you’ll need a different type of connector for either method. Rapid charging, on the other hand, can only be done on a DC current. 

Where Can You Charge an Electric Mercedes-Benz?

One of the biggest concerns for any EV owner is range anxiety. Fortunately, there are tons of ways to keep your EV up and running. Here are the most reliable options:

Charging Your EV at Home

The easiest and cheapest way to charge any EV is simply by connecting it to a household socket using a type-2-to-type-2 connector. This will allow your EV to draw current from domestic energy without any modifications. However, this is the slowest way to give your EV a full charge. In all cases, charging from 20% to 80% or more will take a minimum of 30 hours (typically much longer), depending on the battery size of your Mercedes-Benz EV.

Another option you’ll have for charging at home is to install a home charging station that is capable of delivering enhanced energy for charging your EV. These charging stations can significantly shorten charge times, but you’ll need to factor in purchase and installation costs which are usually in the range of £800 to £1,200. 

Fortunately, you may qualify for up to as much as £350 in UK government EV owner subsidies that will help to make these costs more manageable.

Charging Your EV at Public Destinations

When you’re out and about, there are a few different places where you might be able to give your EV a top-up. These may include your workplace, malls and so on, sometimes for free or at discounted rates. 

You can also take your EV to a commercial rapid charging service, which is the most reliable method of charging, taking less than an hour to give your EV a full charge in most cases.   

EV owners sometimes struggle to find commercial charging services around them, especially when travelling any distance away from home. If you’re in the UK or Europe, the best way to stay connected to rapid charging services around you is to use the Bonnet app.

Bonnet brings together a huge network of commercial chargers around the UK and Europe. There are three Bonnet plans that allow you to access this service in different ways:

  • PAYG. This plan allows for free use of the Bonnet app while you pay the rates advertised by various charging services. 
  • Light Boost. Offers 10% off the rates advertised by commercial charging services.
  • Turbo Boost. Offers 15% off the rates charged by commercial charging services. 

Get Started with Your Mercedes Electric Car

As you’ll have seen, the Mercedes EV range offers a few different options. These include luxury sedans, SUVs and even a van model. These cars are all elegant and powerful, with unique features that are ideal for different users. Simply choose the model that works best for you! 

And don’t forget that you’ll have a range of charging options, and the best way to stay connected when you’re on the go is to find charging services using Bonnet!

Key Points:

  • Mercedes-Benz makes a range of electric cars that form its EQ line. These include a variety of cars, from luxury sedans to SUVs and vans, with each one usually available in a number of variations.
  • All cars in the EQ range come with CCS standard inlets, which means you’ll be able to charge them using the full range of charging options, including slow, fast and rapid charging.
  • Rapid charging is the fast and most efficient way to charge a Mercedes electric car, and the best way to find rapid chargers is to use the Bonnet app. 
  • You can use Bonnet for free or by signing up for either of its two paid plans, giving you access to a huge network of charging services at discounted rates.

Looking for elegance in an electric vehicle? The Mercedes EQ range fits this bill. There’s something for every need and every taste, from SUVs to luxury sedans and vans. Take a look!

Mercedes-Benz EQA

The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the company’s entry-level all-electric vehicle. Design and style-wise, this EV is modelled after the combustion engine-based Mercedes-Benz GLA.  

With a starting price of £49,995, the EQA comes in three powertrain models: the EQA 250+, EQA 300 and EQA 350.

The EQA 250+ is a front-wheel drive that offers 190hp with a driving range of 324 miles. The EQA 300, on the other hand, is an all-wheel drive and is capable of 228hp while delivering a driving range of 268 miles. The EQA 350 isn’t significantly different from the EQA 300, with the major difference between the two being that the EQA 350 has a much higher output of 292hp. 

The EQA comes with a 66.5 kWh battery as standard and takes between 20 minutes and 30 hours to charge from 20% to 80%, depending on the charging method. The vehicle comes with the CCS charging inlet, which allows it to be charged using level 1 (slow charging), level 2 (fast charging) and rapid charging.

Style and design-wise, the EQA feels very much like the GLA. While it comes with a relatively small boot, it does offer a reasonably spacious and comfortable cabin to make up for this. The EQA offers a decent collection of onboard tech, including sat-nav, but still falls a little short of the standard of luxury that is visible with some of the higher-end EQ models.

EQA Key Specs
Battery 66.5kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower190-292
Top Speed160 km/h
Range268-324 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQB

The EQB is a seven-seater (European buyers will have the five-seater option) crossover that starts at £53,610, making it one of the more affordable electric vehicles in the Mercedes EQ range. It comes in two versions, both of which use the same two-motor powertrain and have the same 66.5 kWh battery but vary in horsepower and range.

Buyers will have the option of choosing between the EQB 300 and the EQB 350, with the EQB 300 offering 228hp compared to the 292hp offered by the EQB 350. 

The EQB takes about 31 hours to charge on a domestic energy supply and about 31 minutes on a rapid charge. It also uses regenerative braking, so you’ll be able to charge your EQB’s battery – modestly – while you’re out and about.

Being a seven-seater, the EQB is quite spacious, as you’d expect. Tech-wise, it offers a very familiar dashboard and suite of onboard tech to the EQA.

EQB Key Specs
Battery 66.5 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower228-292
Top Speed160 km/h
Range205 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQC

The Mercedes-Benz EQC is a compact, luxury electric SUV, which reflects in its pricing. Starting at £74,330, it is considerably pricier than both of the two previous models in the Mercedes EQ line. Additionally, unlike both, it comes in only one powertrain layout at the moment.

The EQC operates on a dual-motor powertrain, with a motor at each axle, providing the car with 402hp. The EQC comes with an 80 kWh battery that takes 30 minutes to 37 hours to charge, depending on the method of charging.

The EQC is well-designed, with a lot of fine details like ribbed trims on its front seats and metallic-themed air vents that give the EQC a futuristic feel. The cabin is spacious, with a similar dashboard layout to the EQA and EQB.

EQC Key Specs
Battery 85 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower402
Top Speed180 km/h
Range255 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQE

The EQE is a luxury sedan that comes in four powertrain variations. The line-up starts at £76,450 and includes the AMG EQE 4Matic, EQE 350+, EQE 350 4Matic and EQE 500 4Matic.

The entry-level EQE 350+ has a rear-wheel drivetrain with a relatively low output of 288hp. Despite the EQE 350 4Matic using an all-wheel drive setup, it produces an identical power output to the EQE 350+ with 288hp. 

At the upper end of the range are the EQE 500 4matic and the AMG EQE 4Matic, both of which feature all-wheel drivetrains, with significantly more power output at 402hp and 617hp, respectively. 

The EQE comes with a 90 kWh battery that takes between 40 minutes to 44 hours to charge, depending on the method. 

Stylewise, the EQE takes things up a notch with several high-tech features that cement its status as a luxury sedan. For example, it comes with Mercedes’ Hyperscreen, heated front seats, wireless smartphone charging and so on. 

EQE Key Specs
Battery 90.6 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower288-617
Top Speed210 km/h
Range300 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQS

The EQS is a truly high-end luxury sedan and is most notable for its opulent cabin. This may partly explain why it starts at a whopping £102,160.

The car comes in three powertrain variations: the EQS450+, which is a single-motor, rear-wheel drive; the EQS 450+ 4Matic, which is a dual-motor, all-wheel drive; and the EQS 580 4Matic, which is also a dual-motor, all-wheel drive.

In terms of power, the EQS 580 4Matic far outstrips the other two versions, with 516hp to the 355hp and 329hp of the EQS 450+ 4Matic and the EQS450+, respectively.   

The EQS takes a relatively long time to charge when compared with most of the other Mercedes electric cars on this list – which is to be expected given its battery size of 107.8 kWh. Charging at home on an unmodified domestic current may take up to 55 hours, while charging with a rapid charger may take around 30 minutes.

EQS Key Specs
Battery 107.8 kWh
Charging InletCCS
Horsepower329-516
Top Speed210 km/h
Range453 miles

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, as its name implies, is essentially the SUV version of the EQS. The EQS SUV is a high-end luxury SUV that starts at £129,170. Just like its sibling, the EQS sedan, it is available in three models: the EQS 450+, 450 4Matic and 580 4Matic. 

The base-model EQS SUV 450+ comes with a 108.4 kWh battery that can supply 355hp and give you about 365 miles of real-world driving range. The EQS 450+ uses a rear-mounted motor, but both the 4Matic models are all-wheel drive. 

Though the 450 4Matic offers the same 355hp as the 450+, the 580 4Matic comes with a whopping 536hp.

The EQS SUV is substantially identical to the EQS in its interior, with the exception of a few details. For example, the EQS SUV has a bit more space and can accommodate an extra row to turn the five-seater into a seven-seater.

The EQS SUV’s 108.4 kWh battery can be charged within 30 minutes to 47 hours, depending on the method of charging.  

EQS SUV Key Specs
Battery 108.4 kWh
Charging InletCCS
Horsepower355-536
Top Speed210 km/h
Range300

Mercedes-Benz EQV

The Mercedes-Benz EQV is a seven-seater all-electric multi-purpose vehicle. Whether you’re moving cargo or people, this MPV (really, just a van) will offer loads of room alongside its other features. The EQV starts at £71,760 and is available in only one powertrain configuration.

The EQV comes with a 201hp single-motor powertrain and a 90 kWh battery that offers a driving range of 211 miles. The EQV can be charged within 30 minutes to 39 hours, depending on your choice of charging method.

Comfort and style-wise, the EQV features MBUX-based infotainment and navigation features, which you can enjoy from its spacious cabin.

EQV Key Specs
Battery 90 kWh
Charging InletCCS Standard
Horsepower201hp
Top Speed160 km/h
Range211 Miles

Charging Mercedes-Benz Electric Cars

Mercedes-Benz EVs come with different battery sizes, but they all have the same CCS inlet as standard. The CCS inlet allows for the full range of charging options that include slow (level 1) charging, fast (level 2) charging and rapid charging.

Slow and fast charging can both be done by connecting to an AC current, but you’ll need a different type of connector for either method. Rapid charging, on the other hand, can only be done on a DC current. 

Where Can You Charge an Electric Mercedes-Benz?

One of the biggest concerns for any EV owner is range anxiety. Fortunately, there are tons of ways to keep your EV up and running. Here are the most reliable options:

Charging Your EV at Home

The easiest and cheapest way to charge any EV is simply by connecting it to a household socket using a type-2-to-type-2 connector. This will allow your EV to draw current from domestic energy without any modifications. However, this is the slowest way to give your EV a full charge. In all cases, charging from 20% to 80% or more will take a minimum of 30 hours (typically much longer), depending on the battery size of your Mercedes-Benz EV.

Another option you’ll have for charging at home is to install a home charging station that is capable of delivering enhanced energy for charging your EV. These charging stations can significantly shorten charge times, but you’ll need to factor in purchase and installation costs which are usually in the range of £800 to £1,200. 

Fortunately, you may qualify for up to as much as £350 in UK government EV owner subsidies that will help to make these costs more manageable.

Charging Your EV at Public Destinations

When you’re out and about, there are a few different places where you might be able to give your EV a top-up. These may include your workplace, malls and so on, sometimes for free or at discounted rates. 

You can also take your EV to a commercial rapid charging service, which is the most reliable method of charging, taking less than an hour to give your EV a full charge in most cases.   

EV owners sometimes struggle to find commercial charging services around them, especially when travelling any distance away from home. If you’re in the UK or Europe, the best way to stay connected to rapid charging services around you is to use the Bonnet app.

Bonnet brings together a huge network of commercial chargers around the UK and Europe. There are three Bonnet plans that allow you to access this service in different ways:

  • PAYG. This plan allows for free use of the Bonnet app while you pay the rates advertised by various charging services. 
  • Light Boost. Offers 10% off the rates advertised by commercial charging services.
  • Turbo Boost. Offers 15% off the rates charged by commercial charging services. 

Get Started with Your Mercedes Electric Car

As you’ll have seen, the Mercedes EV range offers a few different options. These include luxury sedans, SUVs and even a van model. These cars are all elegant and powerful, with unique features that are ideal for different users. Simply choose the model that works best for you! 

And don’t forget that you’ll have a range of charging options, and the best way to stay connected when you’re on the go is to find charging services using Bonnet!

FAQs

Do Mercedes have electric cars?

Mercedes offers a range of electric cars in its EQ line. These include luxury sedans like the EQS, SUVs like the EQC and EQS SUV, and the EQV, which is a van.

How much will Mercedes electric cars cost?

Mercedes electric cars have different costs depending on the model. Some, like the EQA, start relatively low at £49,995, while others, like the EQS SUV, are much pricier at around £122,000.

What is the best Benz electric car?

The best Benz may depend on your needs. The Benz EQS SUV is a highly rated luxury SUV, and it is the most expensive Benz electric car. However, other models may better serve your needs.

How many fully electric cars does Mercedes have?

The Mercedes EQ range currently has eight fully electric cars.

How much is the cheapest electric Mercedes?

The cheapest electric Mercedes is the EQA, which starts at £49,995.

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