EQC VS E-Tron! Which One Should You Buy?!
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- čas přidán 4. 09. 2024
- In this video I compare the Mercedes-Benz EQC and the Audi E-Tron 55, and tell you which one you should buy.
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Thanks Kris for your honest assessment and comparison to an Audi etron that you own, this gives the review even more credibility. Cheers
Great video, but the cars are many not comparable as SUVs: Audi with ground clearance varying between 17cm and 25 cm (air suspension), but EQC has only 14 cm making it challenging on bad or snowy roads.
Both cars are amazing! Great video Kris. 👍🏻
Thanks 😊😊
Kris we need a proper race EQC vs E-tron🙏. Both are amazing cars but if I could afford any of them I will go for the EQC. IMO it looks much better both inside and outside, has slightly better range in the real world (see NAF summer & winter tests in Norway) and is 10%-15% cheaper than the equivalent E-tron. Charging speed is not a big deal when the majority of the charging stations in Europe and here in Norway are still 50kw and at that speed both cars charge at the same speed...
Perfect example of how close both cars are. I test drove both and it came down to looks for me. Cannot see past the massive black plastic "tache" beneath the grill on the Merc and the interior didn't appeal to me (though steering wheel felt nicer). Just waiting on my E-tron delivery date being confirmed!! 😝
In the NAF winter test the e-tron 55 actually had better range than the EQC, 341 vs. 307 km. www.naf.no/elbil/aktuelt/elbiltest/rekkeviddetest-vinter-2020/
In the summer test, the result was opposite, 400 vs. 434 km. respectively. Although the e-tron was fitted with 21-inch 265 wide wheels front and rear (square setup). The EQC has 235 wide front and 255 rear (staggered setup) no matter the wheel size. You can click on the cars in link below to see an actual image of the cars. (Check out the wheels the Taycan! 🤦♂️) www.naf.no/elbil/aktuelt/elbiltest/rekkeviddetest-vinter-2020/ The EQC also took off from the test route in the end, and continued past Oppdal, with tail wind, while the e-tron stopped in Folldal at a much higher elevation.
Anyways, 🙂 I think the range is pretty similar in real life, with 19 or 20 inch wheels. The difference is the charging.. Kris’ conclusion here is pretty good. One could also mention the limited ground clearance of the EQC, but it’s undoubtedly is a great choice for many people. 👍 I especially like the way you can switch between regen levels and predictive regen. And the “AR” navigation looks cool.
Im sorry but how is Eqc exterior better than etron
Kris, great review! Both cars are great and it is a matter of taste after all.
yes and money
Hi Kris. Ifi am correct the EQC has air suspension on the rear. I agree about the cabin, the E Tron has that open cavernous hole in the centre console. Reviewing cars is very subjective, and can be confusing when I see other reviews on the EQC other reviewers say the EQC is more silent than the E Tron due to all the sound proofing under all the panels. It’s best to drive each model and judge for ourselves. Thanks for the review.
I got the etron 50. That means that I can't match the range of EQC. But I have a car that charges faster. I have a car with gadgets that is not available on the EQC. Like night vision and virtual side mirrors. And I paid less money for the car. So the best buy is actually the etron 50. And I also think the exterior of the etron looks a lot better than the EQC.
ETron 50 only has a 120 kw charger so no difference. MB charges better and has longer battery. Now also supports 11kw charger.. looks are a personal thing but I would prefer the Mb AMG more
@@mkrgoede Etron 50 charges at 120 kW up to 80% SOC. At 80% EQC is already down to 70 kW. So Etron 50 charges a lot faster from 0-80%. You are right that looks are a personal preference. And I think etron is the best looking EV in this segment.
E50 charges up to 127kw!! Have had mine for a year can confirm it! And holds high charging until 70%!
I’m also going to order the etron 50. The 660 liter boot versus the 500 liter made a big difference for me. And the EQC has a delivery time of 12 to 18 months versus 6 months for the etron (in Belgium). Great video though.
In Ireland the e tron is cheaper that the merc by a substantial amount, and normally Audi’s hold their value better than mercs as well in Ireland
The eqc has airsprings at the rear. Good video!
You're advice at the end was that if you want the best (in fact your words were "if you want the best of the best") then you should get the e-tron. That was the verdict I wanted to hear - thanks. (even though, strangely, your answer to your original question "Which one should you buy?" - was to buy the EQC! - so I guess your answer was mainly based on cost.)
Well, if you want the best of the best, and price isn't an issue, go for the Mercedes EQS instead. It is _MUCH_ larger than the Audi E-Tron, a _LOT_ quieter and is spec'ed a lot better.
I choose the Audi e-tron 😍😍😍
Great video, Keep it up!
/Sweden
Like both cars. E-Tron leasing rates are damn cheap in Germany whereas the EQV remains expensive when you want to lease it although E-Tron is more expensive when comparing list prices. I personally found the EQC to be the better drive as the E-Tron feels very very massive. Also I liked the human-car-interface (the operation) of the EQC more intuitive and easy. Other than that I believe both cars are great with the E-Tron being slightly more thursty but has the better charging curve. So, I guess it is down to individual taste...
What a pity the Mercedes Benz EQC is not available in the USA...
Thanks Great Video
EQC is great!
First time I hear anyone say the e-tron is quieter than the EQC. It certainly is NOT. In the e-tron you can clearly hear winding noise from the motor and generator at low speeds. In the EQC you hear nothing. This is a topic in several EV forums. Just search for it.
There is a first time for everything! The E-Tron has a fake "engine" sound at low speeds, so its not the actual motors you are hearing. Tests where people claim the EQC is quieter has been done where these cars are on different tires (Conti on the Mercedes and Nokian or Bridgestone on the E-Tron). I have driven both extensively on the same roads (3000km in the EQC and 20000km in the E-Tron). And the E-Tron does have a hair more tires noise (again, different tires) but the E-QC has more wind noise. The EQC I had was on Contis and my E-Tron on Nokians, again I have seen no test where these cars are measured and compared with the same tires. I´ve also had a Polestar 2 for a few days now that was on Contis and was quieter than the Polestar I had last year that was on Michelins. It was also quieter than the XC40 I had a month back that was on Nokians. IMO its pretty conclusive that the Contis are quieter than any other tire, and the difference in tires noise between the E-Tron and EQC is because of this. I would be happy to do scientific test if anybody wants to loan me an EQC on Nokians so I can do a side by side comparison 😊
@@KrisRifa got nothing to do with tires or fake engine sounds. It's a clear winding noise, particularly from braking/generators. Tried 2 etrons with different tires (50 and 55) extensively lately, because I really wanted that car. But the electronic "noise" is audible at low speeds. You might be able to live with it. But it's there. In the EQC, there is nothing. The E-tron has it's clear advantages over the EQC, low cabin noise is not one of them. Please try to hide your emotions and love for the Audi if you wanna be perceived as impartial.
@@olesalomonsen6575 The fake "engine" sound works with acceleration and breaking, so that is the sound you are referring to. I can absolutely understand if you don´t like that sound, and it would be nice if you could turn it off. But we have to separate tires noise, wind noise and fake noise.
I´m trying to be as objective as possible, therefore I am referring to thousands of kilometers of testing that I have documented with video. I´ve also worked with tires for four years, so I do know a thing or two about them as well. Tires are the number one culprit of variations in tires noise, and is therefore an important factor. From what I can find online the Hakka R3s (which is the standard winter tire on E-Trons) are around 1-2db louder than a comparable Conti Vikting Contact 7s (which are standard on the EQC). Since you don´t even mention tires I´m assuming you didn´t check. The E-tron also comes with bigger and wider wheels, if this was the case in the cars you tested this will also enhance the noises made by the R3s.
The R3s also seem to have this humming or resonance on specific types of pavements around Norway that I have not experienced with other tires. Me and Bjørn Nyland have also talked a lot about the R3s making these strange sounds.
Me mentioning in my argument other cars than these two, goes to show that I am actually try to be as objective about this and your comment of putting my emotions aside therefor makes no sense. Therefor I stand firmly with my assessment about the tire noise difference in the EQC and E-Tron being down to the tires and not the actual cars.
When it comes to wind noise there is no doubt that the E-Tron has less of it. The EQC has wind noise of the front wing mirrors at 110kph + where the E-Tron dosen´t have this before you are at much higher speeds.
Again, if anybody has an EQC on Nokian Hakkapelitta R3s I would be more than happy to test them side by side. Again, that goes to show that I am being as objective as possible and emotions have nothing to do with anyting.
E tron looks better with british racing green and black rim...
Parehong mahal! Sana Meron kang equivalent sa US dollars. Pero okay ka Chong Galing ng comparison.
I love Audi etron
Great video! THX!
Yea, that light bar in front of EQC is stupid specially in an electric car, waste of electrons.
After I noticed the first time the ~4cm "step" between inner life and outer design (look at the front side windows) of the EQC, I would have seen that every day as the first thing when entering the car. Thats for me a huge design mistake. So I decided to go for a etron55.
But in the end, both are great cars.
Agree! Loox that interiour design people didnt know the outside dimensions.. and the e55 is sooo much more pretty 😍 🤣
Have you looked underneath it? I have measured it, and is between 11 and 12 cm. This is too small for me, in the winter, and does not fit into the concept of Suv in my opinion. But very nice to drive.
Surprised no mention that the e-tron now supports 22kw AC charging. Which is fantastic for the home.
The comparison on options isn’t particularly fair. What you can have on the e tron in terms of extras is light years ahead of the Mercedes.
They’re not really in the same tier. Audi is luxury and Mercedes is probably considered middle tier.
MB is middle tier? I have driven both and the MB has a better interior than the ETron.. the Mb now offers 11 kw charger
@@mkrgoede and the etron 22kw 😁🤓 and panoramic roof and comfortable seats and more space and .. long list.. 😀
@@mkrgoede I have e tron one edition , is amazing, much better the MB.
EQC is more quiet than E-Tron in Bjorn Nyland’s testing. Who is right?
This is a very interesting topic that me and Bjørn have discussed in private, and there is no clear answer yet. But!
The EQC and E-Tron Bjørn tested weren't on the same tires. After Almost 10k km in E-Trons the last few months I think the E-Tron and EQC are very similar in tire noise, but that the E-Tron has less wind noise.
Good work! I bought a slightly used (~4000 miles) 2019 E-Tron prestige in the US after cancel my Tesla model Y order. The Tesla is not a luxury car and a slightly used E-Tron is a great bargain in the US right now. Dealership in the USA has to discount a lot in order to get it out from the door. Great opportunity for the E-Tron buyer. Test drive a E-Tron before buying a Tesla.
@@KrisRifa My US E-tron Prestige have Goodyear Eagle sport. What tire do you have when you test the E-tron noise level?
The broad decibel rating that Bjorn gives doesn't give much detail. I find the e-tron to mute wind noise beautifully, but also have a low of annoying boomy low end.
The EQC is MUCH more quiet than the e-tron. Know for a fact, been testing both cars extensively lately. The noise from the generators and motors on the etron, at low speed, is a topic on several forums. Kris is the only person I have heard, ever, to claim the opposite. This test also says is clearly, the EQC is MUCH more quite and comfy when driving, than the e-tron. I was leaning towards the etron. But you get more reach, and a quicker car in the EQC. And more silent. Just wish It had air suspension all over. czcams.com/video/WsQkApkCrsA/video.html
E-tron is better!
Hi Kris. Great video!! I have recently ordered a UK spec Audi E-Tron 50 Black edition in Cataluyna Red. Having watched this video I am starting to think I should have went for an EQC which works out exactly the same price (leased through my work) ...and the range is so much better. What's your thoughts 🤔
Just reviewed this pair of cars with a view to buying one of them .......... I arrived at the same conclusion
Kris you traitor!! 😁😁😁 agree with you on the value vs price but once again, why cant we get the EQC with panoramic roof? And why can you only charge it max 7 kw AC? that is sooo bad engineering of MB.. i also like the dash much more than the ”new Audi 3 screen” solution but the seats are horrible if compared to the sport seats with Valcona on the etron.. I have driven the MB E allterrain 2019 a LOT with similar seats and they suck.. smaller and much harder..
the exteriour in black loox very nice on the EQC with AMG line but really ugly in other trim or colour (except for white maybe).. please put up a white S-line of the etron so people will see both cars at their best outfit.. 🙏🤓
And you rock! Very good video!
EQC comes per January 2021 with an 11 kW AC charger. insideevs.com/news/454873/mercedes-eqc-upgraded-onboard-charger-11-kw/
@@philipclaeys6920 yeah finally! 😁🙏
Excvellent
this or the Tesla Model Y?
This was actually a no-brainer to be honest:
1. Find a road with a lot of speed bumps
2. Test drive both cars on the aforementioned road
3. Yes, the EQC handles those speed bumps like a huge waterbed
4. Get an e-tron
Etron
Is it possible to fit a trailer hitch on the eqc? How mutch towing capacity?
Yes 1800 kg
Yes and it can be hided with a push on a button.
Is it electric operated?
@@rickardljungdahl5414 Yes it is! 👍
In Brazil, the EQC is much more expensive.
E tron is so much better!
I hope you learn more about EQC. Up to know you known nothing about this car. E.tron is also OKAY car but never better than EQC.
I have a feeling the EQC will last longer than the E-tron.
His Voice is so high pitched annoying I couldn't even get past 10 seconds of his video...ugh!
Stupid comment
Tesla Y
You should buy none of them ! Those electric cars all but optimised to have a decent range. Too heavy, too inefficient !
It's simple you should buy Model Y.
None! TESLA !!!!!! Hahahahaha....