The Star's premium minivan goes electric.
Mercedes lifts the veil on the new EQV, the first EQ model from Mercedes-Benz Vans that combines the advantages offered by electric drive with the characteristics of elegance, space and versatility of the V-Class.
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Mercedes Benz EQV
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Not only space and modularity but also top technology thanks to the integration of EQV in an electric mobility ecosystem consisting of intelligent navigation with active autonomy management and cloud-based services and apps.
The function of central control unit is entrusted to the MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) infotainment system.
On sale in two different versions, Long and Extra-long, starting from 84,025 euros (85,016 if you choose the Extra-long), the new EQV is suitable for professional use, while at the same time embracing the sphere of private customers.
This is also thanks to an autonomy capable of reaching 418 km (NEDC), or 353 km according to the standards of the most rigorous WLTP cycle, all this in the face of zero emissions.
Inside the passenger compartment, the EQV offers the same peculiarities as the endothermic twin model, since the battery is installed in the floor in a protected position, thus presenting an optimal center of gravity with minimum bulk.
The EQV can accommodate up to eight people in numerous configurations and is equipped with an equally large and flexible trunk, with a volume of up to 1,410 liters.
Produced in Vitoria in Spain, on the same line as the Mercedes-Benz V-Class (the letter V of the name is taken from the location), the EQV is not only a comfortable minivan but also and above all high-performance: it develops, in fact, a maximum torque of 362 Nm while the electric motor delivers a maximum power of 150 kW (204 hp) and a continuous power of 70 kW (95 hp).
Electricity is provided by the water-cooled lithium-ion battery with a usable capacity of 90 kWh.
Driving comfort is improved by the Airmatic air suspension which, if necessary, increases the ground clearance.
The key element is the MBUX infotainment system and the Mercedes me app.
All EQ specific displays and settings can be managed in the MBUX EQ menu via the high resolution 10.25 "touchscreen. It is possible, for example, to activate preclimatization, adapt charging settings and manage navigation with Electric functions Intelligence and Mercedes me Charge.
The EQV can be recharged using both alternating current (AC) at home or public charging stations up to 11 kW, and direct current (DC) at fast charging stations up to 110 kW. Thanks to the fast charging function, taxi or shuttle drivers, for example, can recharge without wasting time between journeys or when preparing the vehicle.
Energy recovery during release and braking (regeneration) ensures optimized and efficient driving.
The intensity of the recovery can be set individually by using the levers behind the steering wheel.
the five different recovery levels that regulate the degree of recovery intensity: D Auto, D, D +, D-, D--.
In addition, there are four driving programs that facilitate the choice between maximum comfort and maximum autonomy.