Mercedes is doing something right with the model numbers. I might not have a clue what 200 or 350 translates to performance wise, but I know exactly where they are on the Mercedes food chain. However, i still don’t have the foggiest idea what 35 TDI on an Audi means other than “higher is better”.
@@MarekDrives Of course it is, but I have no idea if 35 is poverty spec, middle manager or king of the company car park. I, however, know exactly what "200" on a Mercedes means. It's the taxi and pensioner spec, even if a 200 of today has more than triple the horsepower compared to a W115 200D.
You are right about the strange seating position in the EV6. It just didn't feel right neither in the front, which was better or the back. Kind of had my knees in my face.
Good review. But if by EU standards 2030 all cars must become electric and ICEs (incl. hybrids) must be scraped, it feels very sad if such cars are the future cars of ours.. Too expensive, too impractical, and there is virtually no reuse in the second-hand car market, as battery lifetimes are too short. It feels like for many EU citizens having a car will be a luxury good, and making a long-journey travelling will be a great struggle.. As I don't see how the charging infrastructure is drastically improving in several years, especially in southern Italy or Greece where I haven't seen not a single EV or not a single charging station.
Not quite. All new vehicle sold as of 2035 must be electric, though some brands claim they will be ready by 2030. There is no talk of scrapping ICE cars. These will continue running, and if well maintained we'll see them on the road at least until 2050-2060. After all, a 20-year old car is nothing extraordinary. Whether or not the 2035 deadline will be met is another issue. Personally I think it's far enough into the future that it will somehow get postponed, delayed or cancelled altogether, as infrastructure problems prove insurmountable. And I'm not talking about the extra pressure on the grid, but general red tape, which proves the most effective way to prevent any ambitious project from happening.
Marek, the boot capacità of the non ev apparently should be amended? Liked the review, bright as usual esp in stating the ordinarily unsaid. Hope to hear about polestar soon.
Volvo is not very keen on brining Polestar to Poland. Apparently the dealers aren't happy with the online sale model. One or two have been sold. I'm still waiting on the press XC40 Recharge to arrive.
Most people buying these cars will get a home charger to charge faster. No point spending £40,000+ on an EV and not spending £400 on a home charger when it makes life so much easier.
Sure. You don't buy an EV, if you don't have a way to charge it. I mention the 230V charging time in case someone wants to know, how long it would take to recharge, when they are somewhere without a wallbox.
@@MarekDrives Yep, all valuable information. I agree with what you said about driving style too, if you live somewhere with crap infrastructure and travel long distances maybe it's not for you. They are great if you live some where with a good infrastructure though, even better if you mostly travel local and can recharge on your driveway overnight on a cheap tariff. Great review as always!
@@phixi0n I think that situation calls for PHEVs. You can drive on electric around town, charge it at home for day to day usage and drive on the ICE on longer trips.
Mercedes has only announced the EQS for Canada. OH well. I think this has a more pleasing design than the EQC. Thanks for keeping me laughing Marek. I had a Tesla rep tell me that I should get used to talking to my car. It's the future. LOL. I said, you try talking to your car with kids in the car. Everybody be quiet! I have to turn on the headlights or wipers!!
@@MarekDrives I always felt their interiors were a bit basic in style, although usually made of good quality. The ID.3 didn't really seem to be as high quality as my current Golf but I only keep the car for 3 years so it's no big deal. The ID.3 seems a little naff when it comes to the smooth digital displays of the new Kia and Hyundai's.
Personally I think it’s a fraction to small, roll on eqb, but I’m surprised Mercedes didn’t cut down on the amount of pipes under the bonnet, it’s a bit of. Mess
Yes, I watched several reviews since I published this one, and I realised there is no cover for this mess (I was mislead by the press fleet officer, whom I explicitly asked about it). If I knew there is no cover, I'd talk more about the flimsy cable management, etc.
All these EVs with their plasticky grills seem as fragile as my temper state. EQA as failed as the GLA. 3008 and XC40 are still my final contestants. The humongous questions remain: Will Stellantis finally let Alfa launch the much-anticipated Tonale and steal my money along with my ICE heart? Will I wait till then? Should I? Hope this time the announcement about a launch during the 2nd quarter of 2022 launch is not yet another Franco-Italian joke. Thanks Marek for keeping us good EV, ICE, PHEV company even when reviewing mehhh cars like this one. #LongLiveICE
I've seen the Tonale in full camouflage recently. From what I could see inside, there's a lot of Jeep Compass trim bits. And having driven the face-lifted Compass, I wouldn't want any car that shares anything with that pile of junk. Only the Alfa badge remained, I'm afraid. instagram.com/p/CV7h5kSMxbl/
Strongly disagree. I spent a few days with both EQA and 3008. The difference in comfort and quality to me was night and day. Peugeot has nothing on Mercedes.
Don't really like it. .. a bit bland. Some gaps around the glovebox look a bi big... Interior could be more practical....and that ambient light ... It is amazing....amazingly ridiculous. Looks like something a kid with a baseball cap would put in a kitted out Japanese car. Just speaking about the gla, I think the previous generation GLA looked much more distinct
Not that my opinion matters much to the powers that drive this world but EV are an answer to a problem I don't have and a product of constant hysterical concern over something nobody really cares in practice, because after all, what's more important, climate change or stay warm in winter?
I cant help but think every electric car will be boring unless you'd shell out huge amounts of money. In the 30K to 50K Euro market every electric car is the same. all kind of 'meh' to be honest.
Yes, they are all pretty much the same to drive, maybe with the exception of the Porsche Taycan. Today I watched this Polish dude talking about his Tesla Model S, 3 and Y. It seems the only real difference is the body style, and the resulting level of practicality. I'm not judging. If I wanted an appliance to get from A to B, I'd either get a Toyota Corolla or a VW Golf (Mk 7, because Mk 8 is crap). Or even an e-Golf! That's the best of both worlds. However I have the privilege of driving 60-70 new cars every year, and I need something that excites me, when I drive my own vehicle.
@@BillyNoMates1974 I do not agree. Look at Mini E, Honda E, KV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5. They are all interesting to look at cars and the two big ones are also practical. And then there is Skoda Enyaq Which is almost an electric estate and very practical if you do not look for excitement. Last but not least: I love the style of Polestar 2, inside and out.
@@markuslangguth7315 Markus, the point you make is valid but does highlight the differences in terms of interior, spec, toys etc. this seems to be the only area that is different between Electric cars for a similar price. In terms of driving, handling, range and charging. they are all kind of 'meh'. same for the same. all around 9 seconds 0 to 100 kmh, realistic range of 160 miles in the real world and possibly the same weight.
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Automotive equivalent of head and shoulders……love it😂
lol I love the line about making the physical interface crap so you have to talk to the car.
Totally agree. I was just thinking this when I test drove a Tesla.
I have the EQA 350 Absolutely love it Extremely quick powerful
One pedal driving absolutely love it
Waiting for mine to be delivered, late April 😒, 350 AMG Line. Still can’t find any reviews on this model so was pleased to read your comment 👍🏻
hows the drive? i have understood that its more a rear end and that the front motor is for assisting in case you "floor it"
4:40 is why I love Marek's reviews 😁
Looking good. Great review as always Marek 👍
I'm glad you review latest EV.😃
You're in the minority :)
@@MarekDrives once you buy first EV three's no way back. It's been 5 years now and 3rd electric car already ☺️
I'm not into the ICE age anymore 😂
Mercedes is doing something right with the model numbers. I might not have a clue what 200 or 350 translates to performance wise, but I know exactly where they are on the Mercedes food chain.
However, i still don’t have the foggiest idea what 35 TDI on an Audi means other than “higher is better”.
35 is better than 30, but worse than 40 :) What that means in terms of power output, one can only wonder.
@@MarekDrives Of course it is, but I have no idea if 35 is poverty spec, middle manager or king of the company car park.
I, however, know exactly what "200" on a Mercedes means. It's the taxi and pensioner spec, even if a 200 of today has more than triple the horsepower compared to a W115 200D.
The baldy bit with this car is the SUV part :D :D :D
You are right about the strange seating position in the EV6. It just didn't feel right neither in the front, which was better or the back. Kind of had my knees in my face.
Very smart vehicle. Smart review, as usual. 2 in 1!
Great review!
Good review. But if by EU standards 2030 all cars must become electric and ICEs (incl. hybrids) must be scraped, it feels very sad if such cars are the future cars of ours.. Too expensive, too impractical, and there is virtually no reuse in the second-hand car market, as battery lifetimes are too short. It feels like for many EU citizens having a car will be a luxury good, and making a long-journey travelling will be a great struggle.. As I don't see how the charging infrastructure is drastically improving in several years, especially in southern Italy or Greece where I haven't seen not a single EV or not a single charging station.
Not quite.
All new vehicle sold as of 2035 must be electric, though some brands claim they will be ready by 2030. There is no talk of scrapping ICE cars. These will continue running, and if well maintained we'll see them on the road at least until 2050-2060. After all, a 20-year old car is nothing extraordinary.
Whether or not the 2035 deadline will be met is another issue. Personally I think it's far enough into the future that it will somehow get postponed, delayed or cancelled altogether, as infrastructure problems prove insurmountable. And I'm not talking about the extra pressure on the grid, but general red tape, which proves the most effective way to prevent any ambitious project from happening.
The plastics in some of those closeups look like from an 80s Corolla, not a new merc.
That's compact Mercedes these days. I don't recall the previous A Class being significantly better though.
Marek, the boot capacità of the non ev apparently should be amended? Liked the review, bright as usual esp in stating the ordinarily unsaid. Hope to hear about polestar soon.
Volvo is not very keen on brining Polestar to Poland. Apparently the dealers aren't happy with the online sale model. One or two have been sold. I'm still waiting on the press XC40 Recharge to arrive.
@@MarekDrives your review on that powertrain is the most welcome to me, thanks
7:07 Is this Madame Marek? :-)
Anna.
@@MarekDrives 😊
Most people buying these cars will get a home charger to charge faster. No point spending £40,000+ on an EV and not spending £400 on a home charger when it makes life so much easier.
Sure. You don't buy an EV, if you don't have a way to charge it. I mention the 230V charging time in case someone wants to know, how long it would take to recharge, when they are somewhere without a wallbox.
@@MarekDrives Yep, all valuable information. I agree with what you said about driving style too, if you live somewhere with crap infrastructure and travel long distances maybe it's not for you. They are great if you live some where with a good infrastructure though, even better if you mostly travel local and can recharge on your driveway overnight on a cheap tariff. Great review as always!
@@phixi0n I think that situation calls for PHEVs.
You can drive on electric around town, charge it at home for day to day usage and drive on the ICE on longer trips.
Waiting for the Dacia Spring - Review, that's more affordable for me. 🙈
Mercedes has only announced the EQS for Canada. OH well. I think this has a more pleasing design than the EQC. Thanks for keeping me laughing Marek. I had a Tesla rep tell me that I should get used to talking to my car. It's the future. LOL. I said, you try talking to your car with kids in the car. Everybody be quiet! I have to turn on the headlights or wipers!!
Useless boot space for a SUV . Good review . Having watched it I can delete this from my next car list .!
I'm starting to feel like my ID.3 interior is kinda dated in comparison to these new cars and I haven't even received it yet!
ID.3 interior is simple on purpose, and yes, it looked interesting at launch, but 2 years later one wonders, whether VW went in the right direction.
@@MarekDrives I always felt their interiors were a bit basic in style, although usually made of good quality. The ID.3 didn't really seem to be as high quality as my current Golf but I only keep the car for 3 years so it's no big deal. The ID.3 seems a little naff when it comes to the smooth digital displays of the new Kia and Hyundai's.
@@MarekDrives At least not with the "user interface", as far as I am concerned.
@
phixion how do you get along with it?
Mk7 Golf is where the good stuff ended.
@@MarekDrives Yeah mines in a 2018, not so keen on the new ones.
Personally I think it’s a fraction to small, roll on eqb, but I’m surprised Mercedes didn’t cut down on the amount of pipes under the bonnet, it’s a bit of. Mess
Yes, I watched several reviews since I published this one, and I realised there is no cover for this mess (I was mislead by the press fleet officer, whom I explicitly asked about it). If I knew there is no cover, I'd talk more about the flimsy cable management, etc.
which ev would you recomend in this Subcompact class for arround 60.000?
euro
Subcompact for 60k? They are cheaper. e2008, Corsa e, Zoe, i3, MINI e...
All these EVs with their plasticky grills seem as fragile as my temper state.
EQA as failed as the GLA.
3008 and XC40 are still my final contestants.
The humongous questions remain:
Will Stellantis finally let Alfa launch the much-anticipated Tonale and steal my money along with my ICE heart?
Will I wait till then?
Should I?
Hope this time the announcement about a launch during the 2nd quarter of 2022 launch is not yet another Franco-Italian joke.
Thanks Marek for keeping us good EV, ICE, PHEV company even when reviewing mehhh cars like this one.
#LongLiveICE
I've seen the Tonale in full camouflage recently. From what I could see inside, there's a lot of Jeep Compass trim bits. And having driven the face-lifted Compass, I wouldn't want any car that shares anything with that pile of junk. Only the Alfa badge remained, I'm afraid.
instagram.com/p/CV7h5kSMxbl/
@@MarekDrives Had some slim hopes, gone already. I fully agree, having driven the Jeep, its absolutely rubbish.
Strongly disagree. I spent a few days with both EQA and 3008. The difference in comfort and quality to me was night and day. Peugeot has nothing on Mercedes.
Like it but doesn't worth the price I think...
Don't really like it. .. a bit bland. Some gaps around the glovebox look a bi big... Interior could be more practical....and that ambient light ... It is amazing....amazingly ridiculous. Looks like something a kid with a baseball cap would put in a kitted out Japanese car.
Just speaking about the gla, I think the previous generation GLA looked much more distinct
Not that my opinion matters much to the powers that drive this world but EV are an answer to a problem I don't have and a product of constant hysterical concern over something nobody really cares in practice, because after all, what's more important, climate change or stay warm in winter?
I cant help but think every electric car will be boring unless you'd shell out huge amounts of money.
In the 30K to 50K Euro market every electric car is the same.
all kind of 'meh' to be honest.
Yes, they are all pretty much the same to drive, maybe with the exception of the Porsche Taycan.
Today I watched this Polish dude talking about his Tesla Model S, 3 and Y. It seems the only real difference is the body style, and the resulting level of practicality.
I'm not judging. If I wanted an appliance to get from A to B, I'd either get a Toyota Corolla or a VW Golf (Mk 7, because Mk 8 is crap). Or even an e-Golf! That's the best of both worlds.
However I have the privilege of driving 60-70 new cars every year, and I need something that excites me, when I drive my own vehicle.
@@MarekDrives I think cars are going the same way as passenger aircraft. all boring, same layout for fuel economy. all benign in characteristics.
@@BillyNoMates1974 I do not agree. Look at Mini E, Honda E, KV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5.
They are all interesting to look at cars and the two big ones are also practical.
And then there is Skoda Enyaq Which is almost an electric estate and very practical if you do not look for excitement.
Last but not least: I love the style of Polestar 2, inside and out.
@@markuslangguth7315 Markus, the point you make is valid but does highlight the differences in terms of interior, spec, toys etc.
this seems to be the only area that is different between Electric cars for a similar price.
In terms of driving, handling, range and charging. they are all kind of 'meh'.
same for the same.
all around 9 seconds 0 to 100 kmh, realistic range of 160 miles in the real world and possibly the same weight.
@@MarekDrives So what is your exciting choice?
Great review, outdated car.