I watched a few videos about this car. Zack is the only one who explainee why Norway has massive adoption rate of electric vehicle in good detail. Thank you for the video
I heard a lot of excuses like "most of the time you don't really need the extra range of a Tesla". 0 to 60 above 5 seconds never mentioning that all the Tesla do better than that - some a WHOLE LOT better, like TWICE better. At least be honest.
Nice job by Mercedes - also 400km with 80 kWh is pretty good - beats the I-Pace and e-tron with larger batteries as well. I reckon this would sell strongly in Canada given how many GLC & GLE are on the roads.
it most DEFINITELY does not beat the i-Pace in range lmao. The i-Pace has 377km of EPA range, while the Merc has an EPA range of 354km. You cannot compare Mercedes's extremely generous WTLP range with the stricter/more conservative EPA range... And considering this is more than twice the price of the GLC, and doesn't have close to 400km of range realistically (EPA rating of 354km; real world summer range will be even shorter, and Canadian winter range will be closer to 200km), I don't think it'll sell as strongly in Canada as you'd think. For comparison, the Model 3 LR (with a 75kwh battery) has 523km of EPA range, and ALMOST 700KM of WTLP range, but it will never achieve either of these numbers unless you're hypermiling. So to think the Mercedes, which the EPA itself rated at a max of 354km of range, will achieve anything close to even 300km (especially with our climate) is extremely unrealistic.
Range? Probably the most important feature. Also, where in the USA is the charging network with Tesla type superchargers? Absolutely essential if you want to go on a trip that is greater than ~50% of the range? IMO looks like it is an expensive around town/commuter car with probably less than a 100-mile one-way range. Don't see many of these sold without a vast supercharging network that rivals Tesla especially on the West coast where we love electric cars. Just on the block where I live, there are 6 Teslas. My neighbor routinely drives his Model S 6 hours to LA with no issues. How can you do that with this car?
May be superficial, but Tesla’s really aren’t good looking cars. The model x is basically a mini van. As for driving 6 hours straight, most people don’t have the need for that kind of range on a regular basis.
The EQC will use the CCS charging standard. Major charging providers in the US are Electrify America, EVgo, Chargepoint and Greenlots. In Canada we have FLO (with many partners), Chargepoint, Greenlots and now Petro Canada and Electrify Canada. Our Bolt EV also uses CCS and we drove it from Ontario to Florida at the end of March with no major issues.
Another great review Zack. It was very well thought out and amazing filming (edited). Maybe Norway and Canada should talk about managing resources one day. Out of curiosity... did you notice what they were paying for regular gasoline? Higher or lower than what you Vancouverites(?) are currently paying? Thanks and have a wonderful long weekend.
Tesla fanboy or not, when you start talking about electric cars around 100k, you should and must compare it to Tesla's. This must inevitably bring into perspective, technologies such as Autopilot and OTA updates to the car. Tesla isn't just about range, size, fit and finish... Classic manufacturers and Journalists will face this fact. So here's my question : Outside of range and finish, what are Mercedes, Audi, etc. really bringing to the market (Autopilot, OTA updates, charging network, technologies...)? With respect, this review really needs and update... car reviews such as we saw back in the 90's aren't informative enough for the new generation of buyers...
I'm thinking a lot of people are going to be buying their favorite foreign model (Jag, Audi, BMW and MB) and then regretting it down the road. Already Jag I-Pace sales have fallen off the cliff after people actually bought one and had to live with the limitations. The real take away from all of the competition is that they had an extra 5 to 8 years to come up with something better than a Tesla and all they can do is say their interior materials are better - THAT'S IT.
Great Review, really appreciate your insights on why Norway has such a high EV adoption rate. I think in Canada EV would stay as a niche for a very long time. Not everybody could afford to wait for 40min on charging unless your lifestyle fits it. Besides we are so underdeveloped in term of EV charging infrastructure. Not all employers would offer a charging station, and people who have an EV will fight for it. I think EV like this Mercedes EQC may become a status symbol in Canada unfortunately, just like the Jaguar I-Pace or Audi eTron. And these buyers are eager to differentiate themselves from those Telsa Model S/X on the road today, just my 2 cents.
I'm a Bolt EV owner in Ontario. I've also driven to Florida in our car. DC fast charging isn't linear (it continuously slows down above 50% state of charge). When on a road trip it's inefficient to charge to 100%. The EQC can hit 70% in about 25 mins. This works out well as 70% still gives you a bit under 3 hours of driving time. That's about the time most need between washroom breaks. And unlike a gas car where you have to watch it fuel up. In an EV you can plug in, go to the washroom, stretch your legs have a snack then unplug and be back on the road again. It's not as inconvenient as most people think.
I know the Tesla Model S is expensive but it is by far much longer range in the neighborhood of just under 600 km or 370 mile range for 76,000 dollars. It is much faster 0-6 in 3.7 seconds has 30 ft.³ of best in class storage. Go to their website this is all stated for the long range model. Compared to the competition there is no competition! I did read somewhere where the newest model S will be able to accept a charge rate of up to 200 kW, Now that's fast charging!!
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Teslas are pieces of tacky shit. Badly designed and built by fatmericans.
@@homeruniverse6682 : No. You don't have to do something because you feel guilty. They do it because they care about their citizens. Many other countries could do it if they cared about all of their citizens rather than putting money in their pockets.
The thing is significantly smaller, has less performance, charges much slower, is less efficient, and has much less range... So I guess from a specs standpoint, it is objectively worse than a Tesla. But its build quality and interior design is miles better imo. So I guess both have its strengths and weaknesses; you just gotta choose between functionality or luxury.
@@tlf361 Size isn't always an advantage, why do you think hatchbacks exist. This car will be more comparable with the Tesla Model Y, small compact SUV's. Charging and performance is pretty much the same with the model X maybe a bit less but very close. I think you where comparing it with the top spec model X that costs alot more than this thing will ever be. To think that the standard model X has 375KM range with 75kW battery, and the mercedes around 400KM with a 80kW battery thats pretty much the same efficiency.
@@hoen2009 I'm using size to highlight its weaknesses. Despite being significantly smaller than the Model X, it is less efficient, slower, and as less range. Usually, the larger the SUV, the worse it is in these performance metrics/efficiency.
Lol, it'll never achieve even close to 450km. The EPA rates it at 354km, and from experience, one will rarely ever achieve EPA numbers (unless you're extremely careful and avoid highways)
I'm not a Tesla fan AT ALL. But what's up with the transmission tunnel (0:21) in the chassis design? What's up with that huge, high-mounted front motor, denying a frunk? How are the motors so much less efficient than Tesla? I question their dedication to the development of a true dedicated electric vehicle platform.
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I'm sure Mercedes are taking note of your baseless waffle.
Hello, as the owner of an EQC I can say that it is only a facade, the car fails in brakes, with only 5000 kg you have sent a revision of the one piece of the front axle, 10 hours of maintenance that have resulted in a week since the official dealerships They do not know how to solve the problems that arise when disconnecting the battery power with the consequent loss of the configuration of all the electronics of the car, and the problems continue. A real mess 😤😤😤 This week he has been excited to give brake problems and the assistant says that it goes into safety mode and that you have to go to the workshop. more problems. Whoever wants photos or videos of the problems that the car asks me to give them.
Tesla got massiv quality an Service issues atm. They even cancelled 100 cars from a rental company. Yes 20 kWh/100km isn’t the best, but it is on German standards
I've yet to test the EQC sound; so far, Tesla has thumbed its nose at us people who actually use the cars and said that due to the quieter motor replacing the engine they don't need as much sound proofing, but that just means electric cars are noisier for those of us used to quiet cars, and furthermore, Tesla listens to racing jockeys more than car users, so the Tesla cars have a very very harsh ride compared to normal cars to be used by real people. We'll see what happens as time goes on.
What? Norwegians are developing oil and gas and they are wealthy? Clearly they haven't heard what our Canadian fearless leaders have to say about green economy! :)
Actually Norway is stopping expansion of its oil and gas sector. It's Sovereign wealth fund can only be spent on measures that diversify its economy off fossil fuels (it's used to heavily invest in the green economy with good ROI's). So you are right about one thing. Canada could certainly learn a lot from Norway.
The front isn't much better. Without the ornament you wouldn't know whose SUV this is or even that it's electric. For 90k this better look like something other than a Hyundai (nothing against Hyundai either, they are coming up).
@@Rhyme905 The all look the same - electric or gas EXCEPT the Model X. These EVs even add grills to make them look like the gas versions. Pathetic. "Ooooh, but the interior has rich Corinthian leather": that won't get you 350 miles nor a supercharger network, nor better 0-60.
Despite the EQC appearing to be the first solid serious entry into the EV market by Mercedes, it is a few years behind Tesla in the EV drivetrain. This is healthy competition for Tesla, but they will still both have competition to each other for another decade, and by then, both companies will have a great chance to be stable EV car manufacturers.
@@bradallen1832 I don t think Tesla has better drivetrain than other big brands. The only thing Tesla doe sbetter than other is battery management software.
I just hear a lot of excuses: less range, slower, more expensive (then a Model Y) and less tech. Yes, the interior is "nicer" - I personally think the look is waaaaay too busy for a modern/futuristic electric car. The outside does NOT look any different than a GLC from any distance and there's no explanation for the air grill and the exhaust caps. Overall I would rate this as one big "meh".
Am I the only one who thinks this car looks... fat and chunky? It's not streamlined at all like the GLC. Sure, I know we have to put the batteries in the floor somewhere but it's just so chunky for such a relatively thin battery height. Also the face doesn't match currently Mercedes design language imo. This looks more like the face of a Ford Explorer.
Please say that a bit quieter (richest, oil, small country..). God forbid if Americans hear it. I'm afraid they will drop some democrazy on this peaceful country :(
I watched a few videos about this car. Zack is the only one who explainee why Norway has massive adoption rate of electric vehicle in good detail. Thank you for the video
Love it! Looking forward seeing more electric Mercedes-Benz! Electric with Mercedes build quality and experience!
I'd love to see this lineup grow to the production of the EQE and EQS!
I don't normally like Mercedes, but this one is really nice.
Excellent review as always Zack! Thanks for providing a professional and informative review.
I heard a lot of excuses like "most of the time you don't really need the extra range of a Tesla". 0 to 60 above 5 seconds never mentioning that all the Tesla do better than that - some a WHOLE LOT better, like TWICE better. At least be honest.
Nice job by Mercedes - also 400km with 80 kWh is pretty good - beats the I-Pace and e-tron with larger batteries as well.
I reckon this would sell strongly in Canada given how many GLC & GLE are on the roads.
it most DEFINITELY does not beat the i-Pace in range lmao. The i-Pace has 377km of EPA range, while the Merc has an EPA range of 354km. You cannot compare Mercedes's extremely generous WTLP range with the stricter/more conservative EPA range...
And considering this is more than twice the price of the GLC, and doesn't have close to 400km of range realistically (EPA rating of 354km; real world summer range will be even shorter, and Canadian winter range will be closer to 200km), I don't think it'll sell as strongly in Canada as you'd think. For comparison, the Model 3 LR (with a 75kwh battery) has 523km of EPA range, and ALMOST 700KM of WTLP range, but it will never achieve either of these numbers unless you're hypermiling. So to think the Mercedes, which the EPA itself rated at a max of 354km of range, will achieve anything close to even 300km (especially with our climate) is extremely unrealistic.
Liking the review - balanced and informative 🇨🇦👍
Range? Probably the most important feature. Also, where in the USA is the charging network with Tesla type superchargers? Absolutely essential if you want to go on a trip that is greater than ~50% of the range? IMO looks like it is an expensive around town/commuter car with probably less than a 100-mile one-way range. Don't see many of these sold without a vast supercharging network that rivals Tesla especially on the West coast where we love electric cars. Just on the block where I live, there are 6 Teslas. My neighbor routinely drives his Model S 6 hours to LA with no issues. How can you do that with this car?
May be superficial, but Tesla’s really aren’t good looking cars. The model x is basically a mini van. As for driving 6 hours straight, most people don’t have the need for that kind of range on a regular basis.
The EQC will use the CCS charging standard. Major charging providers in the US are Electrify America, EVgo, Chargepoint and Greenlots. In Canada we have FLO (with many partners), Chargepoint, Greenlots and now Petro Canada and Electrify Canada. Our Bolt EV also uses CCS and we drove it from Ontario to Florida at the end of March with no major issues.
What's the grill for again? It even looks like it has exhaust ports in the back. Wow, that's cutting edge.
Looks much better in the front with the AMG package.
Another great review Zack. It was very well thought out and amazing filming (edited). Maybe Norway and Canada should talk about managing resources one day. Out of curiosity... did you notice what they were paying for regular gasoline? Higher or lower than what you Vancouverites(?) are currently paying? Thanks and have a wonderful long weekend.
The price but was in Norwegian krona, so I'm not sure exactly what it was
Fair enough. I actually would have thought a Krona was a misspelled Mexican beer brand anyway.
@@kellingtonlink956 Gas prices are in the vicinity of 17 NOK per liter, that's about 2.65 CAD.
Very nice review. Can't wait to receive my eqc in 2 months.
Tesla fanboy or not, when you start talking about electric cars around 100k, you should and must compare it to Tesla's. This must inevitably bring into perspective, technologies such as Autopilot and OTA updates to the car. Tesla isn't just about range, size, fit and finish... Classic manufacturers and Journalists will face this fact. So here's my question : Outside of range and finish, what are Mercedes, Audi, etc. really bringing to the market (Autopilot, OTA updates, charging network, technologies...)? With respect, this review really needs and update... car reviews such as we saw back in the 90's aren't informative enough for the new generation of buyers...
Tesla Autopilot, especially in Europe, doesn’t really work and won’t for the foreseeable future. I’m sure Mercedes will have OTA updates.
I'm thinking a lot of people are going to be buying their favorite foreign model (Jag, Audi, BMW and MB) and then regretting it down the road. Already Jag I-Pace sales have fallen off the cliff after people actually bought one and had to live with the limitations. The real take away from all of the competition is that they had an extra 5 to 8 years to come up with something better than a Tesla and all they can do is say their interior materials are better - THAT'S IT.
Thank you for your review, great point on the finishes of the vehicle which is where Tesla failed to include maintenance
With US credits this is significantly cheaper than a Tesla X and it looks better and the quality will be much better.
It's smaller, much like Tesla Y, and nobody knows it's long-term reliability regarding battery and drivetrain.
@@dmitrii336 200.000km battery warranty sounds not bad.
Great Review, really appreciate your insights on why Norway has such a high EV adoption rate. I think in Canada EV would stay as a niche for a very long time. Not everybody could afford to wait for 40min on charging unless your lifestyle fits it. Besides we are so underdeveloped in term of EV charging infrastructure. Not all employers would offer a charging station, and people who have an EV will fight for it. I think EV like this Mercedes EQC may become a status symbol in Canada unfortunately, just like the Jaguar I-Pace or Audi eTron. And these buyers are eager to differentiate themselves from those Telsa Model S/X on the road today, just my 2 cents.
I'm a Bolt EV owner in Ontario. I've also driven to Florida in our car. DC fast charging isn't linear (it continuously slows down above 50% state of charge). When on a road trip it's inefficient to charge to 100%. The EQC can hit 70% in about 25 mins. This works out well as 70% still gives you a bit under 3 hours of driving time. That's about the time most need between washroom breaks. And unlike a gas car where you have to watch it fuel up. In an EV you can plug in, go to the washroom, stretch your legs have a snack then unplug and be back on the road again. It's not as inconvenient as most people think.
"Incentives" you have to pay 30 eur per day in road taxes every day if you drive an ICE in central Oslo...
I know the Tesla Model S is expensive but it is by far much longer range in the neighborhood of just under 600 km or 370 mile range for 76,000 dollars. It is much faster 0-6 in 3.7 seconds has 30 ft.³ of best in class storage. Go to their website this is all stated for the long range model. Compared to the competition there is no competition! I did read somewhere where the newest model S will be able to accept a charge rate of up to 200 kW, Now that's fast charging!!
Teslas are pieces of tacky shit. Badly designed and built by fatmericans.
I do believe the 2020 GLC is also coming with that interior.
Unfortunately not.
Ironic that Norway is rich because of fossil fuels, yet it's (perhaps) the biggest proponent of EV's anywhere.
They do it 'cause they feel guilty :X
@@homeruniverse6682 : No. You don't have to do something because you feel guilty. They do it because they care about their citizens. Many other countries could do it if they cared about all of their citizens rather than putting money in their pockets.
Great review I hope the Matt finish paint will be available in the UK
The battery has a working life of 4 years. How much for a new battery?
F4K3 N€W$
Maybe I should move to Norway, because the Acronym for Norway
It's better than a similarly priced model x. So how is it worse than a tesla?
The thing is significantly smaller, has less performance, charges much slower, is less efficient, and has much less range... So I guess from a specs standpoint, it is objectively worse than a Tesla.
But its build quality and interior design is miles better imo. So I guess both have its strengths and weaknesses; you just gotta choose between functionality or luxury.
@@tlf361 Size isn't always an advantage, why do you think hatchbacks exist. This car will be more comparable with the Tesla Model Y, small compact SUV's. Charging and performance is pretty much the same with the model X maybe a bit less but very close. I think you where comparing it with the top spec model X that costs alot more than this thing will ever be. To think that the standard model X has 375KM range with 75kW battery, and the mercedes around 400KM with a 80kW battery thats pretty much the same efficiency.
@@hoen2009 I'm using size to highlight its weaknesses. Despite being significantly smaller than the Model X, it is less efficient, slower, and as less range. Usually, the larger the SUV, the worse it is in these performance metrics/efficiency.
North America
Where are you located now?
Peter Lougheed started a similar saving plan as the Norwegian (around the same time), and yet AB is so far in the red right now 🤦🏻♂️
Ya but we got that $300 cheque from Ralph that one time. So... we're basically trillionaires too.
@@rxallan20 oh yeah, thank fuk for that $300 😂😂😂
Great information.
408hp 765Nm range 450km
Lol, it'll never achieve even close to 450km. The EPA rates it at 354km, and from experience, one will rarely ever achieve EPA numbers (unless you're extremely careful and avoid highways)
I'm not a Tesla fan AT ALL. But what's up with the transmission tunnel (0:21) in the chassis design? What's up with that huge, high-mounted front motor, denying a frunk? How are the motors so much less efficient than Tesla? I question their dedication to the development of a true dedicated electric vehicle platform.
I'm sure Mercedes are taking note of your baseless waffle.
The front face look like a toyota venza :)
We failed to mention our FLOOR BEARING charging ports for faster electric service...huh...neat!
wow. i want this car. already own a 2018 Leaf.
btw. great review as always.
you should have more subs vs the amateurs you see on youtube. smh
Tell all your friends!
It's right up there with the Leaf on range and performance!
Maybe they'll price it like they did the glk when it initially went on sale. I.e. lower than it's competition.
Will product in Kamenz batteries and Bremen EQC.
No Matt finish paint on the UK spec 😫😠
MPGE compared to the Koreans and Tesla? The Jag is very low in comparison.
1st MB electric? NOT!! They had a Electric B Class.
I bought it 👍
Nice 👍
Hey Zack - how are the Circle K's in Norway?
Yeah, that's a real thing. I didn't go into one but they are around.
@@Motormouth... Canadian company. They have stores in Norway. Sort of a 'test lab' for their stores given, as you point out, high EV penetration!
@@trevormacdougall9385 No. That's such ignorant bullshit.
Hello, as the owner of an EQC I can say that it is only a facade, the car fails in brakes, with only 5000 kg you have sent a revision of the one piece of the front axle, 10 hours of maintenance that have resulted in a week since the official dealerships They do not know how to solve the problems that arise when disconnecting the battery power with the consequent loss of the configuration of all the electronics of the car, and the problems continue. A real mess 😤😤😤
This week he has been excited to give brake problems and the assistant says that it goes into safety mode and that you have to go to the workshop.
more problems.
Whoever wants photos or videos of the problems that the car asks me to give them.
How much
older generation may like this over tesla x or y, but newer generations will likely still prefer tesla, i didnt say all
Tesla got massiv quality an Service issues atm. They even cancelled 100 cars from a rental company. Yes 20 kWh/100km isn’t the best, but it is on German standards
If they are so rich why the fuck they don't buy the V12 Brabus Mercedes versions?
Amazing Norway have oils and gas industry in Europe
They called silent car
I've yet to test the EQC sound; so far, Tesla has thumbed its nose at us people who actually use the cars and said that due to the quieter motor replacing the engine they don't need as much sound proofing, but that just means electric cars are noisier for those of us used to quiet cars, and furthermore, Tesla listens to racing jockeys more than car users, so the Tesla cars have a very very harsh ride compared to normal cars to be used by real people. We'll see what happens as time goes on.
The interior is fully baked, the EV side of things is certainly not
It is a solid first serious entry into the EV market by Mercedes.
The ignorance of tesla fanbois is amazing.
What? Norwegians are developing oil and gas and they are wealthy? Clearly they haven't heard what our Canadian fearless leaders have to say about green economy! :)
Actually Norway is stopping expansion of its oil and gas sector. It's Sovereign wealth fund can only be spent on measures that diversify its economy off fossil fuels (it's used to heavily invest in the green economy with good ROI's). So you are right about one thing. Canada could certainly learn a lot from Norway.
Hm. Something to think about
The rear design looks like a Kia Sportage.. odd choice
Buy some glasses
cartmann227 mainly the tail lights
same copy from Lincoln, or new porsche cayenne backside, fucken copy benz now
The front isn't much better. Without the ornament you wouldn't know whose SUV this is or even that it's electric. For 90k this better look like something other than a Hyundai (nothing against Hyundai either, they are coming up).
@@Rhyme905 The all look the same - electric or gas EXCEPT the Model X. These EVs even add grills to make them look like the gas versions. Pathetic. "Ooooh, but the interior has rich Corinthian leather": that won't get you 350 miles nor a supercharger network, nor better 0-60.
LOL no thanks. I’ll take the mode y instead.
Lmao The e-tron is $70-90k in the States.
Norway most of them users electric cars
Years ahead of Tesla EV. Well done Mercedes!
After some years no one use cars by petrol engine and diesel engine in Norway
nor in China or in Singapore (announced this morning).
Rest in peace Telsa. The big boys are here.
Its worse in almost every metric.
@@rxallan20 Except that it isn't. There's more to a car than just numbers as well. A tesla is not good at being car. This actually is.
Despite the EQC appearing to be the first solid serious entry into the EV market by Mercedes, it is a few years behind Tesla in the EV drivetrain. This is healthy competition for Tesla, but they will still both have competition to each other for another decade, and by then, both companies will have a great chance to be stable EV car manufacturers.
@@SDav21 "There's more to a car than just numbers as well."
What is it? A rose gold ventilation ducts? ))
Rest easy Tesla, the big boys are still a few years behind, LOL!
In the EV drive train they are, but not in interior. Both will have to keep up.
C mon Tesla quality is chinese level.
@@bradallen1832 I don t think Tesla has better drivetrain than other big brands. The only thing Tesla doe sbetter than other is battery management software.
@@jonpetter8921 watch sandy Munro about Tesla Drivetrain. It's the best as on today.
AMG v8 washing machine motors
I wanted a review of the car, not a walkthrough of Norwegian history and fiscal policy.
I just hear a lot of excuses: less range, slower, more expensive (then a Model Y) and less tech. Yes, the interior is "nicer" - I personally think the look is waaaaay too busy for a modern/futuristic electric car. The outside does NOT look any different than a GLC from any distance and there's no explanation for the air grill and the exhaust caps. Overall I would rate this as one big "meh".
Am I the only one who thinks this car looks... fat and chunky? It's not streamlined at all like the GLC. Sure, I know we have to put the batteries in the floor somewhere but it's just so chunky for such a relatively thin battery height. Also the face doesn't match currently Mercedes design language imo. This looks more like the face of a Ford Explorer.
You're not the only one, I agree. Not great but acceptable for me though.
$120,000 base price.
The price has not been announced. Pure speculation.
@@Motormouth... I know. I was guessing what it would be.
Okay
@@Motormouth... not okay.
Please say that a bit quieter (richest, oil, small country..). God forbid if Americans hear it. I'm afraid they will drop some democrazy on this peaceful country :(
Why are the Germans copying Mitsubishi's designs? They're ugly anyway.
The desing is ugly
20,9kwh/100 waahhahahahahahahha, never , a tank is 35kwh/100
No one is going to care
Starting at 75k up to 90k (€)