Mercedes-Benz EQV (2021 – present) | Expert Rating

Model reviewed:
Score: 7.8 / 10
“A great alternative to the plethora of SUVs that litter our streets, with a lot going for it. If you’re after something very spacious, this van might be a great alternative for you.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 7 / 10
“You could argue that the new Mercedes Benz EQV gets very close to being the perfect battery-powered car.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“While expensive to buy, the Mercedes-Benz EQV is a very appealing prospect for those looking for a large premium people carrier, not least due to its well-integrated powertrain and credible electric range.”
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“Luxury people-carrier ups the refinement with electric power, but it isn’t cheap.”
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“Range and practicality are big plus points, but the Mercedes-Benz EQV looks expensive next to the large people-carriers on the way from volume brands, even though they have significantly shorter ranges.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The EQV makes a lot of sense as a company car that doubles up as transport for a large family, or as a zero-emissions alternative for executive transport firms. But cheaper alternatives have started to appear.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.5 / 10
“The pricing looks lofty for a posh van, but the £70,000 starting point isn’t too different to the many, upmarket SUVs that so many convince themselves are the right solution for hauling their families around in. Well, they’re not – this is, if you are really being honest with yourself.”
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Model reviewed: EQV 300 Sport
“There is no getting away from the fact that the EQV is expensive. If you are thinking of taking the plunge its best not to look at the V-Class pricelist first. At least the EQV offers Ultra Rapid charging capability, a good range, and 7 full sizes seats, which is impressive for an electric MPV.”
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“Capable of covering 252-miles on a single charge, the Mercedes-Benz EQV can be specified with eight, seven or six seats, with the latter getting seats that can be individually configured.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6.8 / 10
“We’d argue that the Citroen e-Spacetourer and its Peugeot and Vauxhall siblings offer almost as much space and versatility, but they don’t have the cachet and can’t travel anywhere near as far on a charge. There’s no doubting the Mercedes feels far more luxurious inside and it’s comfier when fitted with air suspension.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 4 / 10
“Unless the combination of seven full-size seats and a 200-mile-plus range are must-haves for you – or indeed, you want an EV in which you can work in comfort while it charges – there are better alternatives out there.”
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“Given that the EQV sits at the forefront of Merc’s EV plans, you can’t fault how well-rounded it is as an overall proposition. This is bound to prove attractive to all manner of people who are already considering a new multi-purpose people carrier.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The EQV is probably the best of the seven-seat electric options currently available – it’s well specced, comfortable enough for everyone onboard and doesn’t compromise on practicality. There are some compromises that have endured in the van-to-MPV-to-electric conversion, and the EQV’s age can’t be disguised that easily.”
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Model reviewed: EQV 300 Sport Premium Plus
Score: 8 / 10
“It’s a lot for a van, even a hugely appealing electric one, which the Mercedes-Benz EQV undoubtedly is. Indeed, we’d go so far as saying it’s the way EVs should be, but you all love SUVs so much you’ll go and buy the plug-in versions of those instead. But you’d be wrong to.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 4 / 10
“For VIP transportation at large events, a lot of companies will rightly think the Mercedes-Benz EQV makes a lot of sense. For private buyers, however, the Tesla Model X is a far superior choice as a seven-seat EV, while there are plenty of excellent five-seat SUVs that cost significantly less.”
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