The EQA, EQB, and EQE (Photo: Mercedes-Benz)
Cover The EQA, EQB, and EQE
The EQA, EQB, and EQE (Photo: Mercedes-Benz)

These cars aren’t just for transportation. They’re an experience

As gas prices continue to rise and the cry for renewable energy grows louder, the topic of electric vehicles is becoming more relevant. While contributing to a cleaner, greener future can be difficult, Mercedes-Benz says it doesn’t have to be. Their commitment to luxury and performance intersects with their vision for a sustainable tomorrow. 

The new Mercedes-Benz EQ models deliver top-of-the-line performance while producing zero carbon emissions. This is what sustainable luxury looks like.

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(Photo: Mercedes-Benz)
Above (Photo: Mercedes-Benz)
(Photo: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Electric Art

A sporty, compact electric car, the Mercedes-Benz EQA is the brand’s entry-level model for the future of sustainability. But don’t let ‘entry-level’ fool you. It has all the luxury features you can expect of Mercedes-Benz. While having a sporty exterior, an elegant interior and superior battery life. Safety features like Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Brake Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, and a reversing camera are standard for all EQ vehicles, so you can rest assured that you and your loved ones are secure on the road.

Perfect for people who love to go on adventures, its spacious cargo area makes it easy to pack anything you need for a weekend getaway. With a 66.5 kilowatts per hour battery and a maximum range of 496 kilometres, you can go to any nearby province and back on one charge.

Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 Electric Art

The second fully electric compact SUV from Mercedes-Benz, the EQB 250 Electric Art features superior flexibility. Being able to seat up to seven people up to 1.65 metres tall, with ISOFIX child-seat mountings, and a fully digital cockpit, this vehicle is the right combination of efficiency, comfort and versatility. It even has an onboard virtual voice assistant—the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX). Just say ‘Hey Mercedes’ and tell the interface whatever you want done—whether that’s to play music, pin your desired location on the map or even adjust climate controls, the limitations are endless.

With a maximum driving range of 474 kilometres hooked up to a 66.5 kilowatts per hour lithium-ion battery and a front-wheel drive system, the EQB boasts nimble handling and surprising capability.

Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 Electric Art

The place where sustainability meets luxury, the EQE exudes excellence. Two variants are available on the market: the 300 Electric Art and the 350+ AMG Line. With a sleek, aerodynamic body, stylish 20-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels in Electric Art design—while the 350+ AMG carries 20-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels—and its signature black panel radiator grille, this electric vehicle is a marriage between innovation and sophistication. 

Its cutting-edge safety features also let you drive with peace of mind. Its digital light with ultra-range high beam won’t just illuminate roads. It also projects messages on the road and navigation guides depending on road conditions or traffic warning symbols.

The EQE 300 features an 89 kilowatts per hour battery that delivers a maximum range of 621 kilometres, while the EQE 350+ AMG comes with 90.56 kilowatts per hour with a maximum range of 682 kilometres.

Gabriel Bohol
Features Writer, Tatler Philippines
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