Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video:- The vehicle reviewed is a Mercedes-Benz EQV 300 Extra Long.
- V-Class models in Taiwan have been imported with diesel engines, but the electric version has not been previously introduced.
- Mercedes-Benz officially launched the EQV in 2019.
- A pure electric V-Class feels a bit strange to drive, but it’s smooth and quiet.
- The EQV 300 has a single front-mounted electric motor with 150kW of power and 362Nm of torque.
- The car is equipped with Dynamic Select, allowing switching between Comfort, Sport, and Eco modes.
- The battery capacity is 100 kWh with a usable capacity of 90 kWh, estimating a range of approximately 405 km on a full charge.
- The review unit features a Maybach-style two-tone color scheme, making it very stylish.
- The main difference from a standard V-Class is the power system, since standard models use a diesel engine, whereas the EQV is all-electric.
- One competitor is the Volkswagen ID Buzz.
- The EQV comes in a number of configurations with 6-, 7-, or 8-passenger capacity. Two wheelbases are available.
- The review unit is the extra-long variant, measuring 5.4m long, making the vehicle much longer than standard V-Class models.
- In a straight line, it feels quick. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10 seconds.
- At 50 km/h, the interior noise level is 61 decibels.
- The car's total weight is 3.5 tons.
- The European version has been customized and upgraded in Taiwan, including the Maybach styling.
- In the front, the car is fitted with multi-beam headlights with high functionality and a more sophisticated design.
- The rear features an electric tailgate for convenient access, and the back window can be opened independently.
- Inside, the interior has been upgraded, and most of the functions can be controlled via a touchpad panel.
- The seats feature orange and black leather, enhancing the interior's luxury.
- Regarding the value, a typical EQV with modifications like the review unit, has an asking price of $3.98 million.
- Electric commercial vehicles are still rare in Taiwan, with Volkswagen being the main competitor in this class.
- An electric vehicle will feel most at home driven in urban areas.
- The review unit also included a cooler in the armrest.
- The rear seats can recline and adjust, but are not all power adjusted.
- All in all, a pretty good and comfortable ride.
