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Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new all-electric SUV, which it says will be the first in a new electric vehicle range.
The EQC will be driven by two electric motors - one powering the front wheels, the other the rear - with a combined power output of 408hp.
Mercedes is claiming a provisional driving range of more than 280 miles from an 80kWh battery.
It says the EQ designation stands for electric intelligence, and that it is to invest more than ten billion euros in expanding this model portfolio.
According to Mercedes, the EQC's styling, with a low waistline and a rear roof recess, place it between an SUV and SUV-coupe in terms of looks.
On the move, drivers will be able to select from five driving modes - comfort, eco, max range, sport and individual - and be able to adjust the level of battery recuperation using paddles behind the steering wheel.
A haptic accelerator pedal will encourage the driver to conserve power, and an eco-assist system will use information including traffic sign recognition and sat-nav data to predict when the driver can lift off to save charge, like when approaching an area with a lower speed limit.
Other onboard technology will include the MBUX infotainment system, and specific EQ services such as pre-entry climate control and EQ-optimised sat-nav.
The EQC is set to arrive in mid-2019. Prices are yet to be confirmed.
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