Not much is known at the moment but the electric C-Class could wear a unique moniker, just like the EQS is the electric alternative of the S-Class.
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Mercedes, much like virtually all automakers, is investing heavily in electrification to prepare for an inevitable zero-emissions future. Massive budgets are needed to fund the EV push, which is why R&D boss Markus Schafer announced about a year ago the company would review the entire lineup and streamline it. Well, “streamline” is just a fancy word for cutting models, platforms, engines, and whatnot.
That being said, the G-Class is not in any danger of getting the proverbial axe as its future has already been secured. Daimler CEO, Ola Källenius, revealed back in November 2019 plans to launch an electric version of the reputable off-roader. In the meantime, spy shots are showing Mercedes is still eager to have some fun with the gas-guzzling G.
Daimler’s EV production network is ready to begin manufacturing Mercedes-EQ models across the globe using existing plants. Come 2022, the carmaker’s portfolio will hold eight fully-electric Mercedes-EQ vehicles.
Sitting at the head of the table will be the EQS flagship sedan, which will go into production in Sindelfingen, Germany, early next year. Other production sites (for various models) include Hungary, China and the U.S.
Mercedes will also build its own battery systems, at locations in Germany, Poland, China and the United States.
These fully electric models will be built in the same factories as electrified, gasoline and diesel cars. According to the German brand, plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles should account for more than half of its sales by the year 2030.