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Mercedes-Benz Starts Production of All-Electric C-Class Rival, the GLC With EQ Technology
Mercedes-Benz has begun production of its new all-electric compact SUV, badged GLC with EQ Technology, at its plant in Kecskemet, Hungary, as the automaker ramps up EV output in Europe ahead of several new electric launches. Despite sharing a name with an existing gasoline model, the EQ version is a ground-up electric vehicle rather than a converted variant.
The SUV serves as a technology showcase for Mercedes, introducing a new energy-dense battery chemistry, an 800-volt electrical architecture for faster charging, and an AI-powered voice assistant designed to understand natural, conversational English rather than fixed commands.
Launch models will pair dual electric motors producing 483 horsepower with a 94-kWh battery pack and standard all-wheel drive. Buyers will be able to option a full-width dashboard touchscreen, four-wheel steering and air suspension. Pricing is expected to land between roughly $60,000 and $75,000 when the SUV goes on sale later this year.
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