One of the most catchy and distinct pieces of news from the stable of Mercedes-Benz with reference to the global market came towards the end of the year 2023. It was reported in no uncertain terms that the famed German luxury carmaker had prepped itself with a rather ambitious goal, that of going all-electric by the year 2030.
Having said that, it was also confirmed that Mercedes-Benz, in its bid to encourage its Indian buyers to opt for more Electric vehicles were all set to come out with as string of benefits. These included- Sustainability Loyalty Bonus alongside other attractive offerings such as 50% Road Tax transport support.
In addition, the German icon also made it clear that none of its Indian EV users would have to shell out a dime to charge the car anywhere around the country.
But now it appears that the next big news from the bustling house of Mercedes-Benz is here and is about to catch the imagination of an already charmed Indian user-base.
So What Is It?
Apparently, the Stuttgart-based auto giant has made it clear that the soon-to-arrive Mercedes-Benz EQA may be just around the corner in India.
With a clear vision to dominate the Indian roads soon upon its arrival, the latest blend of German sophistication and engineering might on four wheels is to arrive in India not later than July 8, 2024: the EQA.
Primed to compete with biggies in the similar arena, such as BMW’s iX1 and Volvo XC 40, the Mercedes-Benz EQA is poised to become the fourth pure-electric offering from the redoubtable and much-adored stable of the German carmaker. Up until this point, several top-of-the-line offerings in the pure-EV segment such as EQ-B seven seater (SUV) as well as the EQS luxe sedan have already created a popular foothold in the Indian market.
Features and Powertrain
But the arrival of the EQA, which comes equipped with a parking package including a reversing camera, LED-high performance headlights (with adaptive high beam assist), seat comfort package including four-way lumbar support towards front seat, is primed to heighten luxury and comfort for the driver as well as the passenger. Furthermore, it is important to note that the EQA rides on 18-inch alloy wheels.
It could be said that the exciting new offering that is about to knock on India’s doors come July 8 is a viable option towards the existing climate threat; its 66.5 kWh battery pack lends the machine a mighty competitive range of 528 kms upon full charge. However, if one were to opt for the EQA 250+ variant shall offer a mighty-competitive range of 560 kilometres.
Pricing
Mercedes’ brand new India offering will be available in four different variants that include- the EQA 250, the EQA 250+, EQA 300 4Matic as well as the EQA 350 4Matic options.
The starting range of the car is reportedly around INR 65-lakhs to begin with (ex-showroom). This could well go uptown 77 lakhs.
