New Mercedes GLC EV breaks cover
The new Mercedes GLC EV has been showcased at the Munich Motor Show in Germany and this will directly locks horns the BMW iX3.
- Uses the MB.EA platform
- A claimed range of 713 Km
- A range of 303 km in just 10 minutes
Underpinning the new Mercedes GLC EV is the MB.EA platform that supports an 800 V charging architecture. The GLC EV is powered by a 94 kWh NMC battery that supports a DC fast charging up to 330 kW. In other words, a range of 303 km can be had in just 10 minutes and charging from 10-80 per cent takes about 24 minutes. The company claims a range of 713 km (WLTP) on a full charge.
There will be two versions on offer – a rear-wheel drive configuration and an all-wheel drive setup. The 94 kWh battery will power the single motor unit which pushes a good 374 PS and the dual motor layout makes a good 489 PS of power. The top speed is locked at 210 kmph and the company claims a 0-100 kmph dash in 4.3 seconds.
The electric SUV is 4,845 mm long, 1,913 mm wide, 1,644 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,972 mm. It has a cargo space of 540-litres which can be expanded to 1,740-litres. The interior features include a 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen that runs the latest MBUX operating system, built-in AI assistant, panoramic roof with switchable glass, ambient lighting, and Burmester® 3D sound system to name a few.