By Craig Hale
Last updated: 24 December 2025
Full guide to the Mercedes EQ lineup
The Mercedes EQ range was Mercedes’ way of defining which of its cars were electric, but while many of its existing cars still wear the EQ badge, newer Mercedes electric cars for sale use the brand’s older naming strategy.
EQ still lives on, but instead, they’re referred to as having EQ Technology.
To find out which Mercedes EQ is best for you, we’ve set them all out and highlighted what makes each one special.
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What is Mercedes EQ?
In truth, Mercedes has had a hard time implementing its EQ naming strategy, which could be why we’re seeing a return to how it used to be.
Previously, cars were split into A, B, C, E and S classes (from smallest to largest). You’d get a GL before the name for SUVs, and a CL for coupés and cabriolets – with a few exceptions, of course.
When the EQ brand came along, defining which models were SUVs became trickier. For example, there’s the EQE Saloon and EQE SUV – because having an ‘EQGLE’ just looks messy.
Newer cars keep their old names but with a hint to their electric powertrains, such as the CLA with EQ Technology – not an ‘EQCLA’.
What does Mercedes EQ stand for?
EQ doesn’t actually stand for anything, but Mercedes says the range is its Electric Intelligence lineup. It might be a play on ‘IQ’.
When did Mercedes launch the EQ range?
Mercedes’ first EQ-branded electric car was the EQC, which was one of the first mainstream electric SUVs, launching in 2019. It came at a similar time to the BMW iX3 and the Jaguar I-Pace.
Mercedes EQ range overview
The Mercedes EQ range mostly consists of SUVs and a few saloons, with a sprinkling of performance variants here and there.
The full Mercedes EQ range, including new and old naming strategies, consists of:
Mercedes EQA
Mercedes EQB
Mercedes EQC (discontinued)
Mercedes EQE Saloon
Mercedes EQE SUV
Mercedes EQS Saloon
Mercedes EQS SUV
Mercedes EQV
Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology
Mercedes G-Class with EQ Technology
Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology
Mercedes EQ models explained
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Mercedes EQA
The smallest Mercedes EQ SUV, the EQA can be considered the electric equivalent of the GLA, but with a slightly different look.
It has a 340-litre boot, so it’s perfect for growing families who want access to cheap motoring without sacrificing that premium badge.
EQA 250+ – 190hp, 70kWh, 346 miles
EQA 300 4MATIC – 228hp, 70kWh, 280 miles
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Mercedes EQB
Many of the best electric seven-seater SUVs are ginormous, but the EQB retains a relatively compact size with two seats perfect for occasional use in the back.
It feels very familiar inside for anyone who’s driven Mercedes’ smaller cars, like the A-Class, so it’s a perfect upgrade if you need more space.
EQB 250+ – 190hp, 70kWh, 324 miles
EQB 300 4MATIC – 228hp, 70kWh, 271 miles
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Mercedes EQC
Mercedes pulled the plug on the EQC in 2023. It was based on the combustion GLC, whereas other EQ Mercedes-Benz models are purpose-built for their electric powertrains.
Still, that doesn’t mean it’s a bad car. There’s space for five in comfort and a decent 500-litre boot, plus you can pick one up for thousands less than they were new.
EQC 400 4MATIC – 408hp, 80kWh, 254 miles
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Mercedes EQE Saloon
This is where things start to get properly luxurious, with optional air suspension, rear-wheel steering and a huge ‘Hyperscreen’ setup made up of a 17.7-inch central display, a 12.3-inch passenger display and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
It’s built on Mercedes’ EVA2 platform which underpins the posher EQS, so you get all that big-car tech in a (proportionately) cheaper package.
EQE 350+ – 320hp, 96kWh, 429 miles
EQE 500 4MATIC – 449hp, 91kWh, 385 miles
EQE 53 4MATIC+ – 625hp, 91kWh, 306 miles
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Mercedes EQE SUV
In a way, the EQE SUV plugs the gap in the absence of the EQC, but it’s far plusher inside with that optional Hyperscreen that spans a width of 141cm.
It’s also more practical than the EQC, with a boot space of 520 litres, but it’s rear passenger space where you’ll notice it the most.
EQE 350+ – 320hp, 96kWh, 378 miles
EQE 350 4MATIC – 320hp, 91kWh, 342 miles
EQE 500 4MATIC – 449hp, 96kWh, 365 miles
EQE 53 4MATIC+ – 625hp, 91kWh, 280 miles
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Mercedes EQS Saloon
With business owners flocking to the benchmark-setting S-Class, the EQS gives them one less thing to worry about – their carbon footprint.
It’s a highly luxurious saloon with reclining rear seats that have integrated footrests and thicker, more comfortable foam – perfect for on-the-go business meetings.
EQS 350 – 292hp, 96kWh, 409 miles
EQS 450+ – 360hp, 118kWh, 481 miles
EQS 450 4MATIC – 360hp, 118kWh, 467 miles
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Mercedes EQS SUV
Worried that your children can’t enjoy the fruits of your labour? The EQS SUV is just as luxurious as the EQS Saloon, but with space for up to seven.
As if you needed any more luxury, a Maybach version comes with thermal two-tone paint, a rear-seat tablet to control the car’s functions and its very own scent, ‘No. 12 MOOD ebony’.
EQS 450 4MATIC – 360hp, 118kWh, 400 miles
EQS 580 4MATIC – 544hp, 118kWh, 400 miles
Maybach EQS 680 – 658hp, 118kWh, 374 miles
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Mercedes EQV
Whether you’re a family who need space for taller teenagers or you want to start your own taxi company, the EQV puts Mercedes EQ technology into a van-based format.
Think of it more as a cost-efficient way of moving lots of people (or stuff) rather than a performance car, but that’s exactly what EQV drivers need.
EQV 300 – 204hp, 90kWh, 222 miles
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Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology
Mercedes has already done a good job impressing us with what it can do, so the CLA puts all the focus on electrifying cars on the affordable end of the scale.
It’s available in a long-range electric format, or with mild hybrid power, but both use AI-powered infotainment systems for more stress-free motoring.
CLA 250+ with EQ Technology – 272hp, 85kWh, 484 miles
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Mercedes G-Class with EQ Technology
For those who love off-roading but want to hear the sound of branches crunching beneath the wheels or birds chirping in the trees (or just drivers who want to show off), the G-Class with EQ Technology nails the brief.
Its party piece? The G-TURN. It’ll turn the wheels in different directions to spin the car on its axis. No more getting stuck in tight spaces.
G 580 with EQ Technology – 587hp, 116kWh, 283 miles
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Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology
Mercedes lifted the wraps off the electric GLC in September 2025, and it’s a huge departure from the first-generation EQC.
It’s the ultimate tech-fest, with a 39.1-inch Hyperscreen infotainment display, up to 10 external cameras, five radar sensors, twelve ultrasonic sensors and rear-wheel steering.
GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology – 489hp, 94kWh, 443 miles
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Mercedes-AMG EQ models
If you like even more performance from your electric motors, consider the AMG versions of Mercedes’ EQ family:
EQE 53 4MATIC+ – 625hp, 950Nm, 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds
EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV – 625hp, 950Nm, 0-62mph in 3.7 seconds
EQS 53 4MATIC+ – 658hp, 950Nm, 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds
Mercedes EQ SUVs
Because of the way electric car batteries are placed between the front and rear axles (under the floor), they often sit higher, which is why electric SUVs are so popular.
Which EQ models are SUVs?
Mercedes electric SUVs for sale include:
Mercedes EQA
Mercedes EQB
Mercedes EQC
Mercedes EQE SUV
Mercedes EQS SUV
Mercedes G-Class with EQ Technology
Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology
Best Mercedes EQ SUV for families
There are three Mercedes SUVs we would recommend, depending on the size of family you have:
Mercedes EQA – best for growing families
Mercedes EQB – best seven-seater Mercedes EQ SUV
Mercedes EQC/GLC with EQ Technology – best for grown-up families
Mercedes EQ performance and AMG EQ
Mercedes-AMG EQ models stand out for their blistering performance.
Not only do they have even more than their regular counterparts, but you also get options like the AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package, which includes a power boost function.
For the EQE 53 4MATIC+, it means up to 687hp (vs. 625hp in standard AMG form).
How far can a Mercedes EQ go?
Just how far a Mercedes EQ model can go depends on its battery size and efficiency, which is influenced by its size, weight and more.
Mercedes EQA – up to 346 miles
Mercedes EQB – up to 324 miles
Mercedes EQC (discontinued) – up to 254 miles
Mercedes EQE Saloon – up to 429 miles
Mercedes EQE SUV – up to 378 miles
Mercedes EQS Saloon – up to 481 miles
Mercedes EQS SUV – up to 400 miles
Mercedes EQV – up to 222 miles
Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology – up to 484 miles
Mercedes G-Class with EQ Technology – up to 283 miles
Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology – up to 443 miles
Which Mercedes EQ has the longest range?
The longest-range Mercedes EQ models include the Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology, Mercedes EQS Saloon, Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology, Mercedes EQE Saloon and Mercedes EQS SUV – all of which offer 400 miles of range or more.
Charging times and options
Charging time depends on the type of charger you’re using and the size of battery.
Divide the battery capacity (kWh) by the charging speed (typically 7kW with a home charging point).
A 70kWh battery will take 10 hours to charge, for example (70÷7=10).
Most 10-80% charges will take around the 30-minute mark, depending on model.
The quickest rapid charging speeds come with newer cars, like the GLC with EQ Technology, which offers up to 330kW (22 minutes from 10-80%).
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Explore used Mercedes EQ cars
The Mercedes EQ range is clearly one of the biggest in the business, and it’s still growing.
Whether you want one of the shiny new models or you’re getting ready to save thousands on a used car, we have plenty of used Mercedes electric cars for sale for you to check out, including plenty of used Mercedes electric SUVs for sale.
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