MERCEDES-BENZ EQC - OBSOLETE AFTER JUST 4 YEARS?

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Four years after its debut, the Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 is revisited to assess its relevance in the rapidly evolving EV market. While the EQC 400 retains its core strengths, including a comfortable ride, excellent MBUX infotainment system, and respectable interior space, it struggles to keep pace with newer rivals. The reviewer highlights a significant drawback in the inconsistent interior material quality and a concerning lack of standard equipment across trim levels, particularly for a vehicle in its price bracket. Real-world range is estimated around 210-220 miles, and charging speeds lag behind competitors, with a maximum of 110 kW. Despite its comfortable driving dynamics and refined experience, especially on motorways, the EQC 400's aging platform and dated technology make it a challenging recommendation against more advanced and better-equipped alternatives like the Audi Q8 e-tron, Jaguar I-PACE, BMW iX3/iX, Genesis GV70 Electrified, and Lexus RZ450e.