India, Oct. 8 -- The launch of the all-electric EQC marks the beginning of a new & significant chapter for Mercedes-Benz in India.

After a fair share of delays, the Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 has finally made its commercial debut in India today, with an on-road price of Rs.99.30 lakh. However, this introductory price is applicable only to the first 50 units and also includes the cost of an AC Wallbox charger and its installation. This makes Mercedes-Benz the first luxury carmaker to launch a full-fledged EV in the country.

Based on the GLC, the EQC is powered by dual asynchronous AC motors (one on each axle, part of the 4MATIC AWD system), which draw power from an 80kWh Li-ion battery pack. The peak power and torque figures are pegged at 402bh...