Spy Shots Provide Sneak Peak At The Next-Gen Mercedes-Benz EQC SUV
Giancarlo Perlas August 23, 2023Amidst the buzz of electrification echoing through the automotive industry, a fresh glimpse into the future of electric mobility has emerged. Mercedes-Benz, the stalwart of luxury and innovation, is on its way to unleashing the second generation of the EQC SUV. The anticipated release of the model is set to redefine efficiency, design, and driving experience.
A New Chapter in Electric Evolution
The upcoming EQC SUV signifies Mercedes’ relentless pursuit of perfecting electric vehicles. As the pioneering EQC captured hearts, its successor arrives to address limitations and exceed expectations.
Positioned between the compact EQA and EQB models, as well as below the grand EQE and EQS, this all-electric SUV is poised to rival the BMW iX3 and Audi’s upcoming Q6 E-Tron.
Bespoke Platform for Enhanced Brilliance
Mercedes enthusiasts can anticipate a seismic shift with the all-new EQC SUV. Ditching its predecessor’s shared platform, the new model is built on a bespoke electric vehicle chassis.
The revolutionary MMA architecture, slated for production in 2025, promises superior efficiency, enabling larger battery integration and more strategically positioned electric motors. Meanwhile, the introduction of both single and twin-motor powertrains showcases the German luxury automaker’s commitment to performance and versatility.
Elegance Meets Practicality
Exuding elegance and practicality, the next-gen EQC SUV spied by Auto Express boasts a balanced silhouette with a more upright windscreen, a departure from the EQE’s design. The roofline retains its boxy form, enhancing rear headroom.
As a harbinger of Mercedes’ futuristic digital interfaces and designs, the new EV is optimized for five passengers, promising a glimpse into the evolution of automotive interiors.
Potential AMG Version and Official Debut
As anticipation heightens, an exciting revelation awaits: an AMG iteration of the EQC SUV is also on the horizon. While AMG’s electrified high-end models will find a new home on the AMG.EA platform, the impact on standard Mercedes-Benz EVs remains intriguing.
The veil is expected to lift on the new EQC in late 2024 or early 2025, with production scheduled to commence shortly after, heralding a new era of electric excellence.
