Getting in and out is easy, although the lack of seat adjustability – either via the backrest or by sliding the bottom cushion fore and aft – is disappointing. If you want to read something like that, consider our comparison test of the Jaguar I-Pace and Tesla Model S for which we had both cars at the same time. That said, we didn’t see the EQC at night, so the effect of its light signature might have a much bigger impact. The glass displays dominate the E-Tron’s cabin to the point that it’s hard to appreciate its other small design touches. Wobei die … The e-tron is much more spacious inside than the EQC, especially for passengers in the rear, where there’s more leg and headroom. dual-motor (front & rear) AWD. While only a week (and about 5,200 miles) separated our stints in the EQC and the E-Tron, it’s still enough to have an outsize effect on what you’re about to read. The e-tron S meanwhile needs just 4.5 seconds, so they’re probably pretty similar. Normally, this is where we’d declare a victor after tallying up which vehicle took the win in more categories. That said, we’re giving Audi the nod for the better pedestrian warning sound. 760Nm. Yet, it was the global launch of the former and the U.S. launch of the latter that presented us with a unique opportunity – the first direct comparison of these two electric crossovers. The driving rain we experienced in Oslo made it difficult to rate how well this car controls the wind, but the impressive drag coefficient makes us think only serious gusting could disrupt the cabin. Less successful is the EQC’s front fascia, with its oddly shaped grille and headlights, as well as the hood-spanning light bar. Here we see which of these premium EVs best lines up with those expectations. Jaguar takes second place with 249kW and 696Nm in the I-Pace EV400, while Mercedes … We like the ambient lighting, even if it’s not as extensive as what Mercedes offers, and the matte wood trim and silver accents scattered across the dash are lovely. This all means the interior is a bit more befitting the high price tag than the EQC’s. The steering is pleasant, adapting to the weight well without feeling overboosted or unnecessarily numb. The EQC is just as comfortable as the Audi, although the e-tron deals with lumpy surfaces at low speed slightly better than the Mercedes. Find a DC fast charger and the EQC can handle a 110-kW charge rate, going from 10 to 80 percent in just 40 minutes. That said, four adults can easily use the EQC for a road trip. The E-Tron’s odd shifter also left us scratching our heads. Compare the Audi e-tron GT, Jaguar I-Pace, and Mercedes-Benz EQC side by side to see differences in performance, pricing, features and more And Mercedes is the latest manufacturer to launch a new all-electric model. At those charging rates, a 10-80 per cent boost – think mid-journey pit-stop – takes 35 minutes in the EQC and 25 minutes in the Audi. The cabin’s main standout are its climate control vents, which ditch the ball-socket-style units from other Mercedes models and replaces them with rectangular vents that feature rose-gold accents. In back, there’s plenty of room for four, even with a couple of six-foot-tall adults in front. The EQC follows that trend, and while it feels very similar to the e-tron for acceleration, it was actually slightly faster. It’s a range king, as the name implies, because it can cover 375 miles on a single charge (WLTP figures). It feels much darker and more cramped in the back of the EQC, too. The EQC returned 2.7 miles per kWh, so its 80kWh usable battery gives a maximum range of 216 miles. That front seat features a similar level of adjustability as the Mercedes and offers optional heating and ventilation. 664Nm. Our tester wore 19-inch alloys, although thankfully, Mercedes used very conservative aspect ratios, with the 235/55 front and 255/50 rear tires providing a welcome five inches of sidewall. This isn’t lightweight versus heavyweight, but the size difference between the EQC and E-Tron is immediately noticeable in person. It does a good job of hiding the car’s kerbweight in corners because of the low centre of gravity, but ultimately weight wins out; you’re always aware of the momentum the EQC carries, which dulls its responses.But this isn’t a driver’s car, so the comfort and refinement are much more important. Mercedes EQC ($67,900) The Mercedes EQC is simply accessible in EQC 400 spec proper now, with a beginning MSRP of $67,900. Thank the standard air suspension for the overall ride comfort, which bests the EQC’s adaptive dampers in terms of overall civility. The Mercedes-Benz EQC has been on sale in Australia for a little while now, and aside from the local launch event we haven’t had a chance to spend any quality time with the brand’s first fully electric SUV.Until now. Mercedes took 15th place out of 31 manufacturers in our Driver Power 2019 dealer survey, and Audi finished 20th. While the EQC’s exterior stands out from other Mercedes products, its cabin doesn’t. Doing a comparison between these two new EVs was a no brainer. The EQC’s cabin isn’t too different from the rest of the Mercedes line-up. Yes, it’s very pleasant to use, and we certainly appreciate how the cushioned top doubles as a very comfortable place to stabilize one’s wrist while working the lower display screen. Finally there’s the Mercedes EQC, with its 402 HP and 0-60 time of 4 Der Audi e-tron ist 4,90 Meter lang und mächtige 1,94 Meter breit, den EQC hat Mercedes mit 4,76 Meter Länge und 1,88 Meter Breite eine halbe Nummer kleiner ausgelegt. This is an excellent system, though, and is combined with lots of high-quality materials, a simple but elegant design and superb build quality. But the Q8 is the problem, because parked side by side, it’s hard to spot the differences between that gas-powered SUV and the battery-electric E-Tron. Unlike the EQC, Audi offers the E-Tron with multiple wheel sizes: look for standard 20-inch alloys, as well as optional 19-inchers on low-rolling resistance tires. Or, at least, not the ones we need. The Mercedes EQC puts up a good fight but is let down by practicality issues, while the Audi e-tron seems to mirror the same weighty driving characteristics of a conventional combustion-engined SUV. The E-Tron, though, gets a more conventional tail, as it lacks the Q8’s small rear deck. All rights reserved.Auto Express™ is a registered trade mark. They also alter the steering weight and throttle response. However, the EQC was a little behind its rival from 30-70mph and 50-70mph, at 4.4 and 2.9 seconds respectively, because the e-tron is slightly punchier at higher speeds. Both are much better when driven in a relaxed manner. Still, these numbers don’t mean too much in normal driving conditions, and both are very fast cars. Plugged in and charging at 150 kW, the E-Tron’s 95-kWh battery pack can go from zero to 80 percent in 30 minutes, while Audi estimates that a 10-minute charge at this rate would yield 54 miles of range and a 30-minute stop would net 163 miles. by Nico DeMattia August 26, 2019. The three latest premium all-electric SUVs / crossovers, Jaguar I-PACE, Audi e-tron and Mercedes-Benz EQC, showed interesting differences in fast charger tests. Air suspension is standard here, and in the e-tron you can choose different modes to alter the ride height and damping stiffness. Beim e-tron ist vor allem die Vorderkante der Motorhaube zu hart gestaltet, beim EQC zusätzlich auch die A-Säulen. The Audi e-tron is £2,300 cheaper (£72,310) than our EQC test car in AMG Line Premium Plus trim. There’s a giant chasm in the center console that we couldn’t find a way to conceal. Battery. At home, charging with a wallbox will take 12 hours and 45 minutes for the Mercedes, but 13 hours 30 minutes for the Audi. So let’s take a look at how the e-tron stacks up against the claimed specs of the other two cars. Standard kit is very good, with the trio of screens, sat-nav, smartphone connectivity and a 360-degree camera all fitted as standard. The Mercedes EQC nudges ahead of the e-tron by a hair’s breadth because of its better efficiency, but if space is more important to you then the Audi is a better choice. Unlike the EQC we tested, though, the E-Tron’s front chairs have a lovely massage function to keep both driver and front passenger relaxed while covering its 200-plus miles of range. Again, appalling weather prevented me from hearing how well the E-Tron controlled wind noise and tire roar. Oeps. The biggest surprise about the E-Tron is just how large it is. The design of the Audi E-Tron is both more progressive and more derivative than the EQC’s. Model: Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSEPrice: £74,995Engine: Twin e-motors, 90kWh battery. We like the conventional profile, which more or less mirrors the GLC-Class crossover. Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 $159,000 ($161,300 as tested) $137,900 ($144,200 as tested) Drivetrain. Its 80-kWh lithium-ion battery pack should propel the EQC a maximum of about 279 miles or 450 kilometers. Power. In AMG Line Premium Plus form, the EQC is packed with safety kit. This is an impressively comfortable, composed vehicle that will easily handle four adults. With a pair of electric motors (one at each axle), the EQC produces 402 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque. 13. Finally, the rear bumper ditches the Q8’s traditional exhaust outlets, because zero emissions. The Audi’s 21-inch wheels are prone to cause discomfort over potholes at lower speed, but the EQC also suffers from this on the same size of wheels. Both EVs will cost far less to run than a petrol or diesel car of the same price and power output. Despite this, it’s still far cheaper to run than a conventionally-fuelled car of the same size, and offers loads of interior space, great rapid-charging capability and a high-quality, hi-tech interior. Unsurprisingly, each brand’s design philosophy is front and center in these products. Mercedes EQC Vs Audi E-Tron Vs Jaguar I-pace- Exterior Audi E-Tron takes a good piece of the road under it thanks to its wide and large proportions. Audi E-Tron 55 First Edition. Get upfront price offers on local inventory. The Model X has range and performance locked up, but the world of electrified SUVs no longer belongs to it. To see the Audi e-tron up close, visit Audi Denver or go online to schedule a test drive around Parker, Castle Rock, and Denver. It’s also 3.8 inches narrower from mirror to mirror and 1.6 inches lower than the Audi. On both the cables are stored under the boot floor, or in a compartment under the bonnet. In fact, aside from a single small detail, it’ll be hard for any current Mercedes customer to tell the EQC’s interior apart from their own car. Copyright © Autovia Ltd 2021 (Autovia Ltd is part of Dennis Group). 95kwh lithium-ion. It charges at 32 amps on a 240-volt outlet, and going from 10 to 100 percent in 10 hours. The e-tron doesn’t shuffle around as much over roads with lots of smaller bumps, but it’s slightly less refined and composed at higher speeds than the Mercedes. Twelve months after the launch of the I-Pace, the e-tron and EQC are taking up the electrified crossover fight. two. Gearbox. You’ll pay the £320-a-year VED surcharge for the first five years, then nothing after that.”. There’s a hi-tech feel in the cabin, although no more so than in any other Audi with the latest three-screen infotainment set-up. It took just 5.2 seconds to go from 0-60mph and 1.5 seconds from 30-50mph, both times 0.2 seconds quicker than the Audi. A slim rear window compromises visibility to a degree, but it’s hardly Camaro-like – if anything, this is similar to what you’ll find in one of Mercedes’ coupes. Torque. The EQC uses a 7.4kW on-board charger.”. That’s more than we can say for the E-Tron, which boasts an automatic regen mode like the EQC, but fewer manual settings. Looking at the two models side by side, it’s clear that these premium manufacturers have made the decision that the upmarket SUV class is the best place to begin their new EV product offensives, because the economies of scale aren’t yet in place for smaller models to be profitable. The EQC is based on similar architecture to the Mercedes GLC, rather than using a bespoke EV platform. Even with its larger useable battery capacity, the e-tron couldn’t match the EQC’s range because it just isn’t as efficient; its 2.3 miles per kWh figure is one of the lowest we’ve seen in an EV so far. But next year’s rate for EVs drops to zero per cent, so there will be no tax, aside from VED, to pay. Thank the heady tonic the two electric motors produce. Audi e-tron vs Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes EQC. It’s been heavily adapted to accommodate the batteries under the floor, and an electric motor on each axle, but the e-tron does share parts with the the German brand’s Q5 and Q7 SUVs. Top Gear tests Audi e-tron vs Mercedes-Benz EQC vs Jaguar I-Pace. two. Seven days after landing in Oslo, we were setting off for California. With that in mind, a quick disclaimer. The Audi E-Tron is also something of a known quantity. Mercedes still hasn’t provided a curb weight for its new EV, but we’d be surprised if the EQC isn’t substantially lighter than the E-Tron, considering the latter is slower to 60 and feels so much more cumbersome on the road. At £10 for a full charge, based on an electricity price of 12.5p per kWh, it’ll cost 4.6p per mile, or just £556 for 12,000 miles of driving. The EQC is relatively small. This piece is more of a high-level overview of the two cars and how they are alike and different from behind the wheel, rather than a nitty gritty dive into their all-electric drivetrains. Wie verovert als eerste de heerlijke nieuwe wereld? The process of charging the EQC is unsurprising. Mercedes-Benz EQC vs. Audi e-tron and Jaguar I-Pace: Which Is the Best EV SUV? Audi E-Tron, BMW iX3 und Mercedes EQC im Datenvergleich Audi E-Tron, BMW iX3 und Mercedes EQC im Vergleich Welcher E-SUV hat auf dem Papier die Nase vorn? On the impressively smooth northern California roads, though, the E-Tron feels isolated and pleasant, if a bit under-damped relative to the EQC. At the vehicle’s launch, the only available figures were the overoptimistic and obsolete NEDC stats, which rate the all-electric SUV at 277 miles of range with energy consumption of 20.8 to 19.7 kilowatt-hours per 100 kilometers. But more glaring than the undersized cupholders is what this huge cubby will mean for owners: it’s going to be a massive catch-all of detritus, while the lack of a cover means valuables will be exposed to the world. Audi’s e-tron 55 quattro comes close to being the best all-rounded electric SUV in this comparison, but the mediocre performance and higher price compared to … However, the Mercedes may be less appealing in its home country, since its electronically limited 112-mph top speed is down 12 points to the Audi. Like Mercedes, Audi made small touches to highlight the E-Tron’s zero-emissions powertrain. With that out of the way, let’s get down to the business of analyzing the latest electric cars from Mercedes-Benz and Audi. Despite having so much in common with the GLC, the EQC’s impressive second-row seats have plenty of leg and headroom. Both also use a dual-motor layout, with one on each axle, which combine to provide these cars with 402bhp and four-wheel drive. The other exterior highlights include attractive wheel designs inspired by traditional Mercedes models but modified for EQC duty. It exhibits less vertical body motion and tighter lateral controls than the bigger Audi. But that doesn’t put it at a disadvantage here because the e-tron is based on a toolkit of parts used in other Audi models, too. Jaguar is just beginning to deliver the i-Pace, Audi is taking orders for the e-tron and Mercedes will shortly follow with the production-ready EQC making its public debut here for sale next year. The E-Tron wins this one, but that’s mainly because we know more about how its cabin and cargo space compares to its rival. The difference is Audi has come out and told us just how much space the E-Tron has. Ingolstadt’s decision to adopt an all-glass cockpit and minimize the number of buttons is a bold one. SINCE both zero-emission models sit in the lowest 16 per cent Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax band, they’re cheaper to tax than an equivalent petrol or diesel, yet because they cost more than £70,000, they’re still pricey. With capacity for 150kW charging, the e-tron can be topped up from 10-80 per cent in just 25 minutes, which is very useful. Tighter regulations, environmental trends and growing customer demand are forcing car makers to get serious when it comes to their electric vehicle strategies. Buyers will be looking for usable range and strong performance, plus all the latest in-car tech and good practicality, too. Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: Mercedes hasn’t released mileage numbers for the EQC. Another similarity is that the lithium-ion battery is sandwiched in the floor, so the centre of gravity is kept low. The grille surround wears the E-Tron logo at the bottom, much as Audi’s RS offerings get Quattro signage, while the overall emphasis on aerodynamics means the E-Tron’s face is, ultimately, prettier than its gas-powered sibling. There’s little tire roar, though, and suspension impacts are minimally heard. Audi E-Tron und Mercedes EQC Die ersten echten E-SUVs der Premium-Klasse im Vergleich The variety of driving modes and regen settings in the EQC is impressive. The new EQC is a premium electric SUV that offers a range of just over 200 miles, which puts it firmly in the same category as another recently launched model, the Audi e-tron, which we’re testing it against here. In short, the E-Tron’s proportions are substantial. The E-Tron rolls more freely and its weight is a constant companion along the tight, winding roads that take us from Yountville, California to Sacramento. Euro NCAP gave the e-tron a full five-star rating for safety, and this is reflected in the standard kit: AEB, lane-keep assist and adaptive cruise control are all included. They certainly wouldn’t keep up on a twisty road, though, because their hefty kerbweights and numb steering mean they’re not up to much in bends. By that metric, this is a draw, with two categories for the EQC and two for the E-Tron. That’s not stellar compared to what some versions of the Tesla Model X offer, but the E-Tron can handle a DC fast charger rate of 150 kW. With the upcoming E-Tron GT expected to accept a 350-kW charge rate, though, we doubt the E-Tron will stay at 150 kW for long. While the EQC feels comparable to the E-Tron in terms of cargo space, it’s impossible to say whether the Audi’s 28.5-cubic-foot hold (expandable to 57 cubes with the second row folded) is more or less than the Mercedes’ trunk. Even cycling through different driving modes – the usual suspects you’d find on any other Audi are present here – it’s hard to find a setting where the standard air suspension can manage the E-Tron’s roughly 5,500-pound weight. The E-Tron’s biggest opponent is its sheer girth. But, while its 5.5-second sprint to 60 is disappointing relative to the EQC and the far quicker Tesla Model X variants, the way the Audi feels while accelerating should be satisfying enough for most E-Tron owners (and if it isn’t, there’s probably a performance variant on the way). Both cars also feature an adjustable regenerative braking set-up, which can be controlled using paddles on the wheel. Gebrauchte Tesla-Elektrofahrzeuge bieten klare Vorteile gegenüber der deutschen Konkurrenz. technischer Daten und Praxiswerte wie Verbrauch und Reichweite. While the drive programs took place on opposite sides of the planet (Oslo, Norway for EQC and Napa Valley/Lake Tahoe, California for E-Tron), the two events were only a week apart. Headroom is excellent for passengers up to six-foot two inches, and less so for those north of six-foot five. We’ll touch on range briefly, but it’s worth noting only the E-Tron’s figures are set in stone. This feels like a far larger, more substantial crossover that’s tougher to place on the road than the EQC. While the Tesla Model X still makes the most sense, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Jaguar are all offering products that will force consumers to make a tough decision. When the Model X SUV debuted later, it made the same argument while adding an extra row of seats and a lot more usability. Our car was also fitted with the £1,695 Driving Assistance Pack, adding active blind-spot assist, steering assist and a pedestrian warning function. 80kwh lithium-ion. Take all the stuff we just said about the Mercedes, and it applies to the Audi. Audi’s current design language calls for modern looks with sharp, clean angles like you’d see on a well-pressed suit. Two body styles, three powertrains and four trim-levels confirmed for Audi’s compact Q4 EV, including a 295bhp quattro option, Next-generation Volkswagen Transporter T7 will break cover later this year with a new plug-in hybrid powertrain, Steve Fowler thinks Nissan is in a great position to build on the Leaf's success, Tighter regulations, environmental trends and growing customer demand are forcing car makers to get serious when it comes to their electric vehicle strategies. However, Mercedes (again) hasn’t released final figures for the cargo hold. The Audi’s larger 95-kWh battery is could clock in at 250 miles or 402 clicks. But the real range is … They’re expensive to buy and not very exciting to drive, but the levels of comfort and refinement are brilliant. It is, however, slipperier than the EQC, with a drag coefficient of 0.27 to the Mercedes’s 0.28, which could mean less wind noise. New 2021 Audi Q4 e-tron on sale now, priced from £40,750, New 2021 Volkswagen Transporter T7 van teased, 'Nissan has been quietly building an advantage over electric car rivals'. The sensation of changing from Park to Drive or Reverse is also immensely satisfying. There’s little to split the two elsewhere, because both models offer impressive performance and very low running costs. Switching the E-Tron out of automatic regeneration requires the driver to dive into the menus, change a setting, and then adjust accordingly via the paddles. That said, it’s still too early in the lives of both of these vehicles to declare one a winner, particularly as there’s still a great deal we don’t know about the EQC. In everyday driving conditions, particularly in urban settings, the E-Tron and EQC are both equally satisfying. It’s difficult to get a feel for what all of that means on slick roads, and in a country with surprisingly low speed limits (We’re not sure we drove on a road with a limit higher than 100 kilometers per hour). Viel Spaß mit dem neuen Video ↧ ↧ ↧ Schau... Es ist Zeit für einen neuen Vergleich! Vergleich des Audi e-tron Sportback 55 quattro gegen Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC inkl. Mercedes-Benz: With a pair of electric motors (one at each axle), the EQC produces 402 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque. That’s why we’re just now starting to see the first vehicles – beyond simple curiosities and compliance cars – that can truly challenge the company that first electrified luxury. The EQC tested here also features a head-up display, 360-degree parking cameras, 21-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, augmented reality sat-nav directions on the two 12.3-inch infotainment display screens and wireless smartphone charging. The Tesla Model S took the electric car from quaint curiosity for the eco-conscious driver to legitimate contender for the hard-earned dollars of luxury shoppers. But at higher speeds the Audi took some ground back from the Mercedes, taking just 2.6 seconds to go from 50-70mph, which was 0.3 seconds faster than the EQC’s 2.9-second time. The EQC isn’t small, and its 500-litre boot is spacious, but it loses out on room next to its rival.