Video Summary
- The car, the #3 Brabus, is a partnership between Mercedes-Daimler and Geely/Volvo.- The car has a dual-motor, fully electric setup.
- The claimed range is above 400 kilometers. In reality, expect a 300-kilometer range when driving as intended.
- The car features 22kW AC onboard charging.
- The entry-level car price is around €38,000; this Brabus version costs €56,000.
- Brabus trimmings are all over the car, such as the red seatbelts, wheels, and badging.
- The ride quality is quite harsh.
- The car is packed with technology; some is good, some is not.
- Rear seat legroom is ample.
- There is lots of red stitching throughout the car.
- There is a nice Alcantara steering wheel and a panoramic glass roof.
- The driver instrument screen offers plenty of detail.
- The 1.8-ton car features 428 horsepower and can launch from 0 to 100 km/h in under four seconds.
- Lots of warning aids, e.g., for lane departure.
- Charging power falls short of 150kW, averaging about 40kW after initial charging.
- With its strong straight-line performance, sharp handling, and quick cornering, the #3 Brabus can be seen as a one-trick pony.
- The car has a usable 62kWh battery with consumption around 18kWh per 100 kilometers.
- This is a very niche car because it is expensive.
