Mercedes unveiled its big production electric vehicle namely Generation EQ at the Paris Motor Show recently. The Mercedes Generation EQ is the forerunner of Mercedes-Benz’ new product brand for electric mobility.
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This SUV coupe comes equipped with two electric motors and a system output that can be increased to up to 300 kW (402 hp) and 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque from its motor. Moreover, it is expected to deliver a range of up to 500kms, thanks to its 70-kWh lithium-battery. However, there’s no word on how long it will take to fully charge the EV.
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The name EQ stands for ‘Electric Intelligence’ and is derived from the Mercedes-Benz brand values of ‘Emotional Intelligence,’ according to their website.
"The mobility of the future at Mercedes-Benz will stand on four pillars: Connected, Autonomous, Shared andElectric. 'Generation EQ' is the logical fusion of all four pillars," says Dr Dieter Zetsche, CEO of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes‑Benz Cars. "The emission-free automobile is the future. And our new EQ brand goes far beyond electric vehicles. EQ stands for a comprehensive electric ecosystem of services, technologies and innovations."
The vehicle is built using multi-material mix of steel, aluminium and carbon fibre which ensures a lightweight design as well as cost efficiency. What’s more? The vehicle’s light bars and instrument panels change colour based on the driver’s mood.
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Mercedes says the Generation EQ will be available in the market by 2020. You can read more about the vehicle here.
