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      Kia EV6 Recalled In India Affecting 1,138 Units – Same Reason As Ioniq 5

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      Kia Ev6With a large 77.8 kWh battery pack, Kia EV6 crossover SUV can go up to 708 km (ARAI certified) range on a single chargeWith growing demand for premium electric vehicles, Kia launched its first electric car in India in the form of EV6. Sitting on a global platform, it is one of the most sought-after in its class. Kia India has issued a voluntary recall for EV6 owing to similar reasons that its brand-engineered cousin, Ioniq 5, was also recalled.Kia EV6 Recalled In IndiaThe electric crossover SUV is among the most popular in India at its respective price bracket. EV6 offers a brilliant mix of design, modernity, features, creature comforts, performance, range and other qualities. With a tonne of style and substance, it has emerged as a go-to vehicle for young EV enthusiasts.Now, Kia India has issued a voluntary recall for EV6. Around 1,138 units of EV6 are affected by this recall and are expected to get a fix at no additional expense. These 1,138 EV6 units were manufactured between the period of March 3, 2022, and April 14, 2024.The issue with EV6 that has prompted Kia India to recall 1,138 units, is quite similar to what was seen with its Hyundai counterpart, Ioniq 5. Last month, Hyundai issued a voluntary recall for Ioniq 5, to address the same issue.Image – Visual Car ReviewsSpeaking of, the recall revolves around a potential error with car’s ICCU (Integrated Charging Control Unit). This error could potentially affect the performance of EV6’s 12V auxiliary battery that powers vehicular systems like headlights, infotainment system, speakers and even car’s climate control system.The software controlling this ICCU regulates the charge and discharge of EV6’s 12V auxiliary battery. As part of this recall, Kia will update the software of this ICCU and it should fix this potential issue with Kia EV6.What next?Kia has notified MoRTH (Ministry of Road Transport and Highways) regarding this voluntary recall. Affected Kia EV6 owners will be contacted and an appointment will be scheduled at the owner’s convenience. Software of said ICCU will be updated at no additional expense to the owner.Kia EV6In India, Kia EV6 is brought in via CBU route (Completely Built Units), unlike the Hyundai Ioniq 5, which is brought in via CKD route (Completely Knocked Down) for local assembly. Thus attracting lesser taxes. Kia EV6 packs a 77.4 kWh battery pack that powers up to two electric motors.Single motor RWD model has 229 bhp and 350 Nm electric motor that can go up to 708 km on a single charge (ARAI figure). The dual-motor AWD variant has a total system output of 325 bhp and 605 Nm. Rivals include Volvo XC40 Recharge, Volvo C40 Recharge, Hyundai Ioniq 5, BMW iX1 and the newly launched Mercedes-Benz EQA.Also read – 2025 Kia EV6 debuts More

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      Electric Car Sales June 2024 – Tata, MG, Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia, BYD, Mercedes, BMW

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      Image – JayarajFADA reveals a total of 6,894 all-electric cars and SUVs were sold by leading automakers such as Tata, MG, Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia, BYD, BMW, Mercedes and othersElectric passenger vehicle sales in India are slowing, according to the latest data revealed by FADA for June 2024. Retail sales of these electric powered passenger vehicles dipped 13.51% on a YoY basis to 6,894 units in June 2024, down from 7,971 units sold in the same month last year. MoM sales also dived 9.74% over 7,638 units sold in May 2024. It was also declining sales as compared to 7,415 units sold in April 2024 showing off an ebb in demand over the past 3 months. Electric Car Retail Sales June 2024Tata Motors, with the highest lineup of electric passenger vehicles topped this list with 4,346 unit sales last month, commanding a 58.6% share in this list. This was even as the company has reported a 20.77% YoY and 14.50% MoM de-growth in retail sales of electric passenger vehicles as against 5,485 units sold in June 2023 and 5,083 units sold in May 2024. Tata Motors currently sells the Tiago, Tigor, Punch and Nexon in this segment while the company is in the process to expand their EV lineup to include the Curvv EV, Harrier EV, Sierra EV and others.Electric Car Sales June 2024 – YoY comparisonMG Motor, at No. 2 saw a 21.12% YoY growth in sales to 1,405 units, up from 1,160 units sold in June 2023. The company however, saw a 2.50% MoM de-growth from 1,441 units sold in May 2024. MG Motor has the Comet and ZS EV in its electric PV segment priced from Rs 6.99-25.2 lakh (ex-showroom). MG will be launching a new crossover EV in the coming weeks.At No. 3 was Mahindra with 446 unit retail sales last month, a 7.99% YoY growth from 413 units sold in June 2023 while sales significantly fell on a MoM basis by 20.92% over 564 units sold in May 2024. There is the XUV400 as the only model in this segment with the electric version of the XUV700 set to make its debut by the end of this year. Mahindra XUV400 EV is currently priced from Rs. 15.49 – 19.39 lakh.Electric Car Sales June 2024 – MoM comparisonCitroen reported a 26.76% YoY decline, but saw outstanding performance on a MoM basis with a 174.42% growth from 86 units sold in May 2024 to 236 units in the past month. Citroen also gained position on this list from No. 6 in May 2024 to No 4 in the past month. BYD India electric PV sales are much in demand. The company has experienced a 23.78% YoY and 40.99% MoM growth in retail sales to 229 units last month. There had been 185 units and 163 units sold in June 2023 and May 2024 respectively. Earlier this month, the company also revamped its Atto 3 lineup by adding three variants of Dynamic, Premium, and Superior as against a single variant offered earlier. The Atto 3 is now being offered at an introductory price ranging from Rs 24.99 lakh for the Dynamic variant, to Rs 33.99 lakh for the Superior trim (ex-showroom).Hyundai electric PV retail sales suffered a setback. Sales dipped as much as 61.88% YoY and 36.46% MoM to 61 units. There were 160 units and 96 units sold in June 2023 and May 2024 respectively. Sales could be boosted with the new Hyundai Creta EV set to enter production while launch is scheduled for later this year. Kia sales also dipped 61.54% YoY and 28.57% MoM to 15 units.BMW India Commands No. 1 Position among Luxury BrandsComing to luxury electric vehicle retail sales, BMW India topped sales charts with 50 units sold last month. However, this was a 50% YoY and 30.56% MoM degrowth when compared to 100 units and 72 units sold in June 2023 and May 2024 respectively. The company’s electric PV portfolio currently includes i7, iX, i4, iX1, all priced between Rs 67-250 lakh (ex-showroom).Mercedes Benz saw affirmative demand in June 2024 with a 10.81% YoY growth in electric passenger vehicles. There were 41 units sold last month, 4 units more than 37 units sold in June 2023. MoM sales however dipped by 28.07% when compared to 57 units sold in May 2024. Mercedes Benz has also expanded their EV lineup to include two new electric SUVs – EQA and EQB. These two add to the EQE and EQS launched earlier taking the company’s BEV count to 4 models.Volvo sales fell 6.82% YoY to 41 units from 44 units sold in June 2024, the company saw a marked improvement on a MoM basis by 17.14% over 35 unit sales in May 2024. Audi AG has seen outstanding demand for its electric passenger vehicle lineup that grew by 114.29% YoY and 150% on a MoM basis to 15 units in June 2024. There had been 7 units and 6 units sold the corresponding month of 2023 and in May 2024 respectively. There were others in this segment that added 9 units to total retail sales last month projecting an 80% YoY growth but a 35.71% MoM decline. More

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      Ford Capri EV Debuts With 627km Range – Resembles Citroen Basalt?

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      New Ford Capri EVWhile Citroen Basalt and Ford Capri EV look quite similar in their silhouettes along with overall design and colour, the latter is largerEverything today has to be an SUV, to please the masses. This SUV bug has bitten auto industry and the newest victim of it, is Ford Capri. Once a stylish two-door stylish coupe, Ford Capri has been reincarnated into the modern times as a Coupe Crossover Sedan SUV thing that sits on VW’s MEB platform.Ford Capri EV Brought Back To LifeMany carmakers are using some of their legacy name plates on their modern vehicles. But not all of them match with their predecessors at all. Mitsubishi Eclipse has to be the most bizarre in this regard, using the iconic sportscar name on one of their crossover SUVs. Ford has its fair share in this regard as well.New Ford Capri EV Vs Old Ford CapriAfter using the iconic Mustang name with their electric crossover, Ford is now doing the same with Capri. Are Cortina and Sierra next? We don’t know. Ford Capri used to be a stylish 2-door coupe based on Ford Europe’s most celebrated car of the past, the Cortina. Debuted in 1968, Ford Capri was touted as the Mustang for Europe.Similar design as Citroen BasaltThe modern Ford Capri EV is a three-box crossover sedan with a high riding stance, a flat roof and a sloping fastback-like roofline. Looking at it, I can’t help but draw references to upcoming Citroen Basalt. They look quite similar to each other, down to the Vivid Yellow shade. However, Capri is a larger car, measuring 4.63m in length, 1.87m in width, 1.62m in height and has a 2.76m long wheelbase.Citroen Basalt CoupeThere is a flat fascia with neatly designed headlights that are connected with a black plaque housing the Blue Oval logo. The bonnet line neatly flows into car’s shoulder line, and takes a detour at C-Pillars and merges with roof line. Blacked out pillars further accentuate this effect. Wheels look swanky too. Ford offers 19-inchers, but buyers can opt till 21-inchers.2025 Ford CapriRear is flat like the fascia and has similar LED signature in tail lights as their headlights. Body claddings Ford has used with the new Capri are painted gloss black, which looks really nice. Ford Capri EV sits on Volkswagen MEB platform, like its sibling Explorer EV. In dimensions and specifications, Ford Capri EV matches VW ID.5 and ID.5 GTX.[embedded content]Specs & FeaturesOn the inside, things are quite familiar if you have seen the Ford Explorer EV sold in Europe. The 14.6-inch portrait-style infotainment screen takes center stage along with a floating center console. Steering wheel has a few details matching some special Capri of the past. Other than that, it is mostly Explorer EV. Pricing starts from EUR 51,950 (Rs 47 lakh).Ford Capri EV InteriorsPowertrains are similar to what VW ID.5 offers. Ford Capri EV comes in a base RWD variant that matches VW ID.5 with its 77 kWh battery pack promising 627 km range (WLTP), mated to a 282 bhp motor, sprinting to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds. Top AWD variant matches VW ID.5 GTX trim and gets larger 79 kWh battery, promising 592 km range (WLTP), mated to a 335 bhp motor, sprinting to 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds.Also read – Ford India supposedly planning a comeback with Endeavour and Ranger More

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      2024 BYD Atto 3 Electric Launch Price 25 Lakh – 3 Variants, 521 Kms Range

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      2024 BYD Atto 3BYD Atto 3 gets new base and mid-spec variants of Dynamic and Premium while the top-end version is now renamed SuperiorBYD India has announced the launch of new variants of the Atto 3 EV. The lineup now includes three variants of Dynamic, Premium, and Superior as against a single variant offered earlier. Coming in at an introductory starting price of Rs 24.99 lakh for the Dynamic variant, the Superior trim is priced at Rs 33.99 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 BYD Atto 3 LaunchedBYD Atto 3 Dynamic, Performance and Superior variants receive several feature upgrades to build on the outstanding response the model has received from customers in the country. BYD Atto 3 now gets more features and exciting colour options while customers can register their bookings at a token amount of Rs. 50,000. Deliveries are set to commence in the coming weeks.2024 BYD Atto 3 – Variants, Prices, SpecsBYD Atto 3 will receive both feature and safety updates. While the base Dynamic variant misses out on 8 speaker sound system, and multi colour ambient lighting, all three variants are seen with a panoramic sunroof, 5 inch digital drive display unit, a 12.8 inch rotating touchscreen supporting both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.In terms of seating, 6 way power adjustable driver seat and 60:40 split rear seats are on offer. The Atto 3 also rides on wider 235/15 R18 tyres for better grip. Updates also include a new Cosmos Black paint scheme, chrome window surrounds and distinctive ‘BYD’ badging on its tail gate with the company doing away with the complete ‘Build Your Dreams’ badge.2024 BYD Atto 3Along with the new Cosmos Black, BYD Atto 3 is now offered in four colour options of Ski White, Boulder Grey and Surf Blue. Where safety is concerned, the BYD Atto 3 receives a total of 7 airbags as standard. It also gets electronic stability program, TPMS, 360 degree camera and hill descent control along with ISOFIX child seat mounts. The ADAS feature is exclusively offered on the top spec Superior trim.2024 BYD Atto 3BYD Atto 3 – Range, Battery, SpecsStarting with the entry level Dynamic trim, it is powered by a 49.92 kWh battery pack offering a 468 km range on single charge. The two higher variants of Premium and Superior receive larger 60.48 kWh units capable of an ARAI certified 521 km range on single charge.BYD Atto 3 comes in with Blade Battery which can be charged from 0-80% in just 50 minutes via a DC charger. The Dynamic trim supports a 70 kWh DC charging option while Premium and Superior trims support 80 kWh charging options. Acceleration from 0-100 kmph on the Dynamic trim stands at 7.9 seconds which goes down to 7.3 seconds of the top two variants.BYD India is also in the process of expanding their dealership network which currently stands at 26 showrooms across 23 cities. Along with Atto 3, the company’s passenger vehicle lineup also includes the e6 and all new the BYD Seal, an all-electric sedan, launched in March 2024. More

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      Hyundai Inster EV Price Leaks – KRW 31.5 m (Approx Rs 18.99 L) For Top Variant

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      2024 Hyundai Inster EVWith localization, Hyundai Inster EV launch price in India will be much lower, starting at around Rs 10 lakhHyundai has plans to launch multiple new mass-market EVs in the coming years. The first of these will be the Creta EV, scheduled for 2025. It will be followed by Inster EV in 2026. Inster EV is based on the Casper sold across international markets. Ahead of its launch, prices have been revealed in South Korea.Inster EV prices revealedHyundai Inster Inspiration variant is available at a starting price of 31,493,670 KRW. At current exchange rates, that works out at Rs 18.99 lakh. Inster EV Inspiration Trim is equipped with a 49kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It has a WLTP certified range of 355 km. Standard variants of Inster EV will be equipped with a 42-kWh battery pack. This offers a range of 300 km.Hyundai Inster EV – Prices leak via official websiteHyundai is offering a number of personalization options at an additional cost. For example, the sunroof package will cost an additional 400,000 KRW (Rs 24,100). Similarly, users can choose from options such as Hyundai Smart Sense, Convenience Plus, Exterior Design, Parking Assist, Hi-Pass System, Interior Package (Two-tone) and Sound System. These are available in the price range of 200,000 KRW to 1,200,000 KRW (Rs 12,000 to Rs 72,400).Inster EV is designed for delivering impressive performance as well as ensuring energy efficiency. Presence of a regenerative braking system will ensure a higher range. Other key features include Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, a 10.25-inch full LCD screen, 12-way power-adjustable driver seat and 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat. The EV has LED foot lamps, USB C-type fast charging port, premium sound system, surround view monitor and wireless phone charger. A comprehensive range of ADAS features are on offer.Hyundai Inster EV – Interior themes and variantsExterior and interior colour theme optionsUsers can choose from seven exterior colour options. It includes Atlas White, Cyber Gray Metallic, Shimmering Silver, Intense Blue, Deep Sea Blue, Abyss Black Pearl and Nocturne Gray Matte.Hyundai Inster EV – Official AccessoriesInterior colour theme options include Black One-tone (Synthetic Leather Seats), Beige/Khaki Brown Two-tone (Synthetic Leather Seats with Butter Yellow Accents) and Dark Gray One-tone (Synthetic Leather Seats with Pastel Orange Accents). With a wide range of exterior and interior colour theme options, Inster EV can target a larger segment of users.Inster EV official accessories revealedIn South Korea, Hyundai Inster EV will offer a comprehensive range of accessories. It includes a wide variety of roof rack options and camping equipment. Accessories for the cabin include various trays, organizers and a sleeping board. A range of pet accessories will also be offered with Inster EV.It is likely that Hyundai will manufacture Inster EV at the Sriperumbudur facility in Tamil Nadu. Annual EV production target is around 90,000 units per annum. Creta EV count will be around 26,000, whereas the Inster EV production will be around 65,000 units. Along with the domestic market, Hyundai will also target overseas locations with its India-made mass-market EVs. More

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      Xiaomi SU7 Electric Car Showcased In India – 10th Anniversary Celebration

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      Xiaomi SU7 ElectricXiaomi India is celebrating its 10th anniversary – As part of the celebrations, the company has showcased their first electric carXiaomi, a global tech leader, celebrated its 10-year anniversary in India by unveiling the Xiaomi SU7. This launch is a key part of their “Human x Car x Home” smart ecosystem, highlighting Xiaomi’s vision for a seamlessly integrated, intelligent future.Xiaomi Electric Car in IndiaXiaomi SU7 is the first electric car from the company. Xiaomi SU7 is a part of the company’s plans with global investment of US$ 10 billion in the automotive sector. In Chinese markets, this electric sedan, which commenced deliveries in March 2024, has already seen over 70,000 bookings with targets to deliver 1,00,000 units by the end of this year.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricWhere its styling is concerned, the SU7 has been developed in-house under the leadership of Sawyer Li – Xiaomi’s Head of Design, who has also been instrumental in the design of cars like the BMW iX and Circular Vision Concept, during his five-year stint with the German automaker prior to joining Xiaomi.This display is exclusively to test customer interest and gauge market dynamics of an electric model that rivals the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT in its segment. In Indian markets it will take on established electric models such as the BYD Seal EV, BMW i3, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricXiaomi SU7 electric sedan comes in three variants — SU7 standard, SU7 Pro and SU7 Max. It measures 4,997mm in length, 1,963mm in width and 1,455mm in height. It is positioned on a 3,000mm long wheelbase and comes in with a 105 liter front trunk called a frunk and a 517 liter boot at the rear offering abundant storage space. Its sleek exterior lines relate to better drag coefficient of 0.195 while Xiaomi also promises a high structural makeup for better safety.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricXiaomi SU7 comes in with the latest technology. It is offered with Xiaomi Pilot offered on the Pro and Max variants while it also sports one LiDAR, 11 HD cameras and NVIDIA Drive Orin computing platform.  It supports autonomous driving which can be activated for highway driving, self-parking and to summon the vehicle.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricThe cabin also exudes the latest in technology with a 16.1 inch 3K central console, 56 inch HUD display unit and 7.1 inch rotating dashboard. Passengers at the rear have access to two mounts for tablet devices. Air conditioning gets automatically activated and lights get switched on depending on location and time of day.Xiaomi SU7 – PerformanceXiaomi SU7 is presented in two versions of rear wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The rear wheel drive draws its power via a 400V electric motor with a rear mounted Hyper Engine V6 electric motor offering 295 hp power and 400 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h is achieved in 5.28 seconds. The all-wheel drive versions – SU7 Max is much more powerful with an 800 V architecture and dual electric motors offering 664 hp power and 838 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0-100 kmph is possible in a record time of 2.78 seconds. Top speed is at 265 km/h. Range is up to 800 kms.PS – The Xiaomi SU7 was brought to India solely for showcase purposes. It is not for sale in the Indian market. More

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      Maruti eVX Prod-Spec Headlights, Tail Lights Spotted For The First Time

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      Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-spec HeadlightsWhen launched, Maruti Suzuki eVX will rival MG ZS EV and Mahindra XUV400 along with upcoming Tata Curvv EV, Hyundai Creta EV and othersSuzuki’s first electric vehicle, the eVX, is set to launch sometime in 2025 and the testing is going on in full swing. The engineering samples of eVX have been spotted on multiple occasions. Up until now, these mules donned make-shift temporary headlights and tail lights, while production-spec lighting has just been finalised, revealed by recent spy shots.Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-Spec LightingIndia’s largest car manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki, used to be known for small, light affordable hatchbacks. The narrative has changed in the recent past with vehicles marketed under ‘Utility’ tag having gained centre stage. Suzuki is developing its maiden EV and it takes the shape of an SUV too.Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-Spec LightingCalled eVX, it has been testing both in India and globally for the past year. These test mules showed a lot about the Maruti Suzuki eVX and painted quite a picture in our minds. It adheres to the Suzuki eVX concept showcased in January 2023. Launch is likely to happen in 2025 and India will be a market as well as a production and hub.However, the test mules spotted here in India and abroad didn’t have final production-spec lighting elements. In this sense, they used temporary makeshift projector headlights with exposed halogen tail lights. The new test mules spotted in Southern Europe show production-spec headlights and tail lights.Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-spec Tail LightsThese headlights have LEDs in them, unlike the old temporary headlights seen in previous test mules. Main LED headlights are housed in a projector and the LED DRL signature seems to float above and below this projector. This LED DRL signature seems to be complementing the overall fascia that also has an X-shape design.Tail lights are finalised too and are LEDs. Overall signature is similar to what we saw in Suzuki eVX concept. Top LED in tail lights is likely to connect with the other one with an LED light bar. This particular test mule, however, didn’t possess the new production-spec alloy wheel design we saw with latest spy shots in India.Maruti Suzuki eVX New Alloys Spied In IndiaWhat else do we know so far?Apart from new lighting elements, recent test mules don’t reveal anything new. Something interesting. Say, a rear electric motor. Sadly, that’s not the case. However, speculations suggest there may be a dual-motor AWD variant with eVX along with a single-motor FWD layout option.Both are likely to draw power from a 60 kWh battery, promising around 500 km of range on a single charge. Interiors are fairly premium, befitting of a global car. A floating centre console, large infotainment screen, 360-degree camera, charging port on front-left quarter panel are some of the notable attributes.Source More

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      2024 Mercedes EQA, EQB Electric SUVs Launch Price Rs 66 Lakh – Specs, Range Compared

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      New Mercedes EQA and EQB electric SUVs launched in IndiaMercedes-Benz EQA Electric SUV is positioned below the EQB in the company lineup – It is the most affordable Mercedes EV at launch price of Rs 66 lakhMercedes Benz has launched two new electric SUVs in India today. The EQA and EQB have been launched, thus taking the company’s BEV count to 4 after the EQE and EQS launched earlier. Bookings for the EQA have already commenced and deliveries are set to commence from later this year or early 2025.Mercedes-Benz EQA Launched in IndiaMercedes EQA is priced at Rs 66 lakh (ex-showroom), thus making it the most affordable electric car in the Mercedes Portfolio. The Facelift EQB 7-seater SUV on the other hand is priced at Rs 70.90 lakh. The Mercedes EQA is positioned below the EQB in the company lineup, making it the most affordable EV.2024 Mercedes EQAMercedes EQA is presented in a single 250+ trim with FWD. It boasts of crossover styling with a distinctive front grille with the Mercedes Star emblem, a full width light bar and silver roof rails. It also gets a panoramic sunroof and black body cladding. Dimensions stand 4,463 mm in length, 1,834 mm in width, and 1,624 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,729 mm. It is presented in a range of 7 colour options of Polar White, Cosmos Black, High-tech Silver, Mountain Grey, Spectral Blue, MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red and a new MANUFAKTUR Mountain Grey Magno. Each of these colour options come with a contrasting glossy black roof.New Mercedes EQA vs EQB electric SUVThe interiors are finished with quality features among which are back lit star patterns on dashboard and door panels. Cupertino leatherette upholstery, three spoke steering wheel, dual zone climate controls and digital driver display. It also gets a 10.25 inch touchscreen with OS, a 710W 12 speaker Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos and a range of safety equipment with 360 degree camera, 7 airbags and ADAS.2024 Mercedes EQAMercedes EQA is powered by a 70.5 kWh battery pack offering 190 hp power and 385 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in 8.6 seconds while top speed is at 160 km/h. The battery supports fast charging via a 100 kWh DC charger being achieved in 35 minutes upto 80% and via a standard charger in 7 hours 15 minutes to a 100% charge. Rivals of the new Mercedes EQA include the Volvo XC40 Recharge, C40 Recharge and BMW iX1.Mercedes-Benz EQB Facelift LaunchedAlong with the Mercedes EQA, the company has also introduced the Mercedes EQB facelift. Mercedes EQB Facelift is presented in two variants. These include the 5-seater EQB 350 4Matic priced at Rs 77.5 lakh and a 7-seater EQB 250+ which is priced at Rs 70.9 lakh. This is a deviation from its earlier counterpart that was exclusively offered in a 7 seater configuration only.2024 Mercedes EQBMercedes EQB facelift sees several feature updates. It gets a new front end with signature Star pattern, revised bumpers and new full width LED tail lamps towards the rear. The MQB SUV rides on 19 inch AMG alloy wheels. It also gets spruced up interiors with and MUBX infotainment system, 710W Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos, dual zone automatic climate control while safety is via 7 airbags and Level 2 ADAS.2024 Mercedes EQBPowertrain specifications on the EQB 250+ includes a 70.5kWh battery with a single electric motor offering 190hp power and 385Nm torque. The EQB 350 4Matic on the other hand sports a dual-motor setup with all-wheel drive, capable of 292hp power and 520Nm torque allowing for acceleration from 0-100kph in 6.2 seconds. Battery charging via the smaller unit allows for a 10-80% charge in 32-35 minutes while the 350 4Matic can be charged via an 11 kW AC charger in 6 hours 45 minutes.  2024 Mercedes EQBThe unique positioning of the new Mercedes MQB sees it facing no direct rivals in its segment in India. The five-seater and seven-seater come in with claimed ranges of 447 kms and 535 kms respectively. Deliveries are scheduled to commence from January 2025. Mercedes also plans launch of EQS Maybach SUV and electrified G-Class models in India later this year. More