Mercedes EQC ordered
Discussion
aestetix1 said:
RichardAP said:
She does c35 miles a day, town and fast B road driving, and the computer says she is getting 2.5mpKwh.
I expected it to be efficient because parts of the drivetrain were from Tesla but apparently not. That's close to worst-in-class, only really rivalled for poor efficiency by the Audi Turd, sorry e-Tron.It's not got some kind of fault has it? Stuck brake perhaps? Tyres under-inflated?
Test drove an EQC today and thought it was excellent. I'm thinking of swapping my GLC43 for one.
It definitely feels its weight but it is super refined. 0% offer at the moment as well, which makes a big difference when comparing to a similarly priced Ipace.
Thinking of going Premium with Driving Assistance. Don't think the Premium Plus is worth it.
It definitely feels its weight but it is super refined. 0% offer at the moment as well, which makes a big difference when comparing to a similarly priced Ipace.
Thinking of going Premium with Driving Assistance. Don't think the Premium Plus is worth it.
dazmanultra said:
Test drove an EQC today and thought it was excellent. I'm thinking of swapping my GLC43 for one.
It definitely feels its weight but it is super refined. 0% offer at the moment as well, which makes a big difference when comparing to a similarly priced Ipace.
Thinking of going Premium with Driving Assistance. Don't think the Premium Plus is worth it.
You'rs still going to take a bath on depreciation - MG ZS EV and £50K+ for something interesting....................It definitely feels its weight but it is super refined. 0% offer at the moment as well, which makes a big difference when comparing to a similarly priced Ipace.
Thinking of going Premium with Driving Assistance. Don't think the Premium Plus is worth it.
dmsims said:
dazmanultra said:
Test drove an EQC today and thought it was excellent. I'm thinking of swapping my GLC43 for one.
It definitely feels its weight but it is super refined. 0% offer at the moment as well, which makes a big difference when comparing to a similarly priced Ipace.
Thinking of going Premium with Driving Assistance. Don't think the Premium Plus is worth it.
You'rs still going to take a bath on depreciation - MG ZS EV and £50K+ for something interesting....................It definitely feels its weight but it is super refined. 0% offer at the moment as well, which makes a big difference when comparing to a similarly priced Ipace.
Thinking of going Premium with Driving Assistance. Don't think the Premium Plus is worth it.
RichardAP said:
Not sure what your source is, it looks better than What Cars test (quoted 2.2) and that of the Tesla model s (2.4). So, no I don’t think there is anything wrong and it’s certainly more economical than her previous Macan and as the alternative is driving her DB11 AMR I think it’s got that beat on economy too.
In an original Leaf 24, well known for not being particularly efficient, with a bit of a lead foot on the commute with motorway and A roads, I would see about 3.3 miles/kWh.aestetix1 said:
RichardAP said:
Not sure what your source is, it looks better than What Cars test (quoted 2.2) and that of the Tesla model s (2.4). So, no I don’t think there is anything wrong and it’s certainly more economical than her previous Macan and as the alternative is driving her DB11 AMR I think it’s got that beat on economy too.
In an original Leaf 24, well known for not being particularly efficient, with a bit of a lead foot on the commute with motorway and A roads, I would see about 3.3 miles/kWh.A1Diego said:
Cars a looker in my opinion!
Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
It depends entirely on the type of journeys you do. I do 95% around town and short journeys, taking the kids to school etc, with the odd monthly trip to see my family which is approximately 95 miles way. I don't think the EQC will quite do there and back "easily" (I think it might be touch and go). That's probably the biggest question mark at moment. I currently average 22mpg in my GLC43 and spend approximately 240 a month on fuel. Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
The level of refinement in the car though is superb, it's really quiet and it shifts well - it feels as fast if not faster than my 43, even though the 0-60 is slightly slower. The biggest shame is trying to come up with a spec - what I actually want is the beige interior (only available on sport) with small wheels for better ride (only available on sport), with driving assistance (only available on AMG line), with the 360 camera (only available on AMG line with premium plus).
dazmanultra said:
A1Diego said:
Cars a looker in my opinion!
Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
It depends entirely on the type of journeys you do. I do 95% around town and short journeys, taking the kids to school etc, with the odd monthly trip to see my family which is approximately 95 miles way. I don't think the EQC will quite do there and back "easily" (I think it might be touch and go). That's probably the biggest question mark at moment. I currently average 22mpg in my GLC43 and spend approximately 240 a month on fuel. Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
The level of refinement in the car though is superb, it's really quiet and it shifts well - it feels as fast if not faster than my 43, even though the 0-60 is slightly slower. The biggest shame is trying to come up with a spec - what I actually want is the beige interior (only available on sport) with small wheels for better ride (only available on sport), with driving assistance (only available on AMG line), with the 360 camera (only available on AMG line with premium plus).
So do you know roughly how many miles you do per month and how many times you’ve charged the EQC during that time? Should be easy to work out from there.
A1Diego said:
dazmanultra said:
A1Diego said:
Cars a looker in my opinion!
Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
It depends entirely on the type of journeys you do. I do 95% around town and short journeys, taking the kids to school etc, with the odd monthly trip to see my family which is approximately 95 miles way. I don't think the EQC will quite do there and back "easily" (I think it might be touch and go). That's probably the biggest question mark at moment. I currently average 22mpg in my GLC43 and spend approximately 240 a month on fuel. Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
The level of refinement in the car though is superb, it's really quiet and it shifts well - it feels as fast if not faster than my 43, even though the 0-60 is slightly slower. The biggest shame is trying to come up with a spec - what I actually want is the beige interior (only available on sport) with small wheels for better ride (only available on sport), with driving assistance (only available on AMG line), with the 360 camera (only available on AMG line with premium plus).
So do you know roughly how many miles you do per month and how many times you’ve charged the EQC during that time? Should be easy to work out from there.
We’ve done 700 miles in 3 weeks, cost, as mentioned earlier In the thread,approx 5.6p per mile.
Currently we are on a standard plug so just keep it topped up every night, once the charge master box is installed I guess we will just charge every 2-3 days to avoid any range anxiety, but on a 7kwh charger it will take around 12 hours to fill from empty. (Can’t imagine we will let it get that low though).
RichardAP said:
A1Diego said:
dazmanultra said:
A1Diego said:
Cars a looker in my opinion!
Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
It depends entirely on the type of journeys you do. I do 95% around town and short journeys, taking the kids to school etc, with the odd monthly trip to see my family which is approximately 95 miles way. I don't think the EQC will quite do there and back "easily" (I think it might be touch and go). That's probably the biggest question mark at moment. I currently average 22mpg in my GLC43 and spend approximately 240 a month on fuel. Are there any rough stats out there on fuel savings vs standard diesel for, as an example, 10000 miles? Would put more context on the monthlies and what is good value.
The level of refinement in the car though is superb, it's really quiet and it shifts well - it feels as fast if not faster than my 43, even though the 0-60 is slightly slower. The biggest shame is trying to come up with a spec - what I actually want is the beige interior (only available on sport) with small wheels for better ride (only available on sport), with driving assistance (only available on AMG line), with the 360 camera (only available on AMG line with premium plus).
So do you know roughly how many miles you do per month and how many times you’ve charged the EQC during that time? Should be easy to work out from there.
We’ve done 700 miles in 3 weeks, cost, as mentioned earlier In the thread,approx 5.6p per mile.
Currently we are on a standard plug so just keep it topped up every night, once the charge master box is installed I guess we will just charge every 2-3 days to avoid any range anxiety, but on a 7kwh charger it will take around 12 hours to fill from empty. (Can’t imagine we will let it get that low though).
dazmanultra said:
It depends entirely on the type of journeys you do. I do 95% around town and short journeys, taking the kids to school etc, with the odd monthly trip to see my family which is approximately 95 miles way. I don't think the EQC will quite do there and back "easily" (I think it might be touch and go). That's probably the biggest question mark at moment. I currently average 22mpg in my GLC43 and spend approximately 240 a month on fuel.
The level of refinement in the car though is superb, it's really quiet and it shifts well - it feels as fast if not faster than my 43, even though the 0-60 is slightly slower. The biggest shame is trying to come up with a spec - what I actually want is the beige interior (only available on sport) with small wheels for better ride (only available on sport), with driving assistance (only available on AMG line), with the 360 camera (only available on AMG line with premium plus).
Very helpful post Daz.The level of refinement in the car though is superb, it's really quiet and it shifts well - it feels as fast if not faster than my 43, even though the 0-60 is slightly slower. The biggest shame is trying to come up with a spec - what I actually want is the beige interior (only available on sport) with small wheels for better ride (only available on sport), with driving assistance (only available on AMG line), with the 360 camera (only available on AMG line with premium plus).
My wife does uses our '63 for similar journeys, and i reckon we put about £250 a month into it...doesn't matter if you drive it like you stole it or like a nun, it does about 17mpg; noise is worth it alone though!
Its our 3rd GL/GLS, and after black interior on the first I have had ivory since then as its like a cave otherwise inside, so interesting to hear about lack if interior options.
I think its 2 weeks today I booked it for a 48hr test drive...looking forward to it.
RichardAP said:
Hi A1Diego,
We’ve done 700 miles in 3 weeks, cost, as mentioned earlier In the thread,approx 5.6p per mile.
Currently we are on a standard plug so just keep it topped up every night, once the charge master box is installed I guess we will just charge every 2-3 days to avoid any range anxiety, but on a 7kwh charger it will take around 12 hours to fill from empty. (Can’t imagine we will let it get that low though).
Why not just plug it in every day?We’ve done 700 miles in 3 weeks, cost, as mentioned earlier In the thread,approx 5.6p per mile.
Currently we are on a standard plug so just keep it topped up every night, once the charge master box is installed I guess we will just charge every 2-3 days to avoid any range anxiety, but on a 7kwh charger it will take around 12 hours to fill from empty. (Can’t imagine we will let it get that low though).
RichardAP said:
Nice. We’re they expensive? I’m torn as we don’t get much snow down on the south coast and I still have some macan turbo winters to get rid off...
Yeah they were quite pricey but as I live near saddleworth moor and we get any bad weather going I tend to get my monies worth out of them so to speak. Got them from here:- https://www.alloywheelsdirect.net/mercedes_alloy_w...
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