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Mercedes-Benz: Model update for EQA and EQB - Towing hitch option

With modified optics, improved efficiency and technology including Plug & Charge, new MBUX, and updated driving assistance, the Swabians are keeping their electric SUV "up to date". The EQB now features a trailer hitch. Finally, the lane assist corrects via steering intervention instead of braking.

Double Electric Duo: The EQA and EQB are getting an update, and the trailer option for the EQB is likely to greatly expand the range of interested parties. | Photo: Mercedes-Benz
Double Electric Duo: The EQA and EQB are getting an update, and the trailer option for the EQB is likely to greatly expand the range of interested parties. | Photo: Mercedes-Benz
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Johannes Reichel

Mercedes-Benz has visually and technically overhauled its electric SUVs EQA and EQB. In addition to the refreshed look at the front, there will be efficiency updates and more equipment available. The updated versions of the EQA and EQB can be ordered from autumn 2023 and will arrive at European dealers at the beginning of 2024.

Much detailed work is intended to increase the range of the EQA to up to 560 kilometers according to WLTP. The measures include aerodynamic optimizations and tires optimized for rolling resistance. Useful for everyday use is the new range maximization function. To favor more range, power consumers such as the display or air conditioning can be turned off or their functionality limited. For the EQB with five seats, a trailer hitch with ESP trailer stabilization is available for the first time as an option. The maximum towing capacity is 1,400 or 1,700 kg (front-wheel drive/4MATIC version) when braked.

Plug & Charge takes hold

With the Mercedes me Charge function Plug & Charge, the EQA and EQB can automatically charge at Plug & Charge-enabled public charging stations by simply plugging in the charging cable, without additional authentication. The vehicle and charging station communicate directly via the charging cable. As part of the slightly changed offering logic, the central display is now standard equipment. Charging features are now displayed more clearly in MBUX. By activating online services in the app, the intelligent voice assistant is promised to be even more dialogue and learning capable, according to the Swabians.

 

Active Lane Keeping Assist Operates with Steering Instead of Brake Intervention

The improved sensor technology includes a new mono multipurpose camera and a new rearview camera. The optional driver assistance package contains enhanced functions in detail. The Active Lane Keeping Assist now finally operates more comfortably with steering intervention instead of the rather harsh ESP intervention. The manufacturer also promotes its CO2-neutral production, which has been bilaterally CO2-neutral across all Mercedes-Benz passenger car and van plants worldwide since 2022. This includes the factories responsible for the production of the EQA and EQB in Rastatt (Germany) and Kecskemét (Hungary), as well as the battery factories in Kamenz, Saxony (a Mercedes-Benz subsidiary, Accumotive), and Jawor, Poland.

Additionally, the manufacturer has made CO2-neutral production of battery cells a central requirement for its battery cell partners. This can reduce the emissions of a cell by about 30 percent, according to Stuttgart. Through emission reduction in the cathode material and the use of renewable energies in the manufacturing and refining of raw materials, the CO2 footprint is to be further reduced, according to the provider.

Translated automatically from German.
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