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Mercedes- Benz
Concept EQT
Based on the upcoming second-generation Citan light commercial vehicle (LCV), the concept showcases Mercedes’ plans for an LCV-derived MPV. "We are expanding our portfolio with the T-Class.
It will appeal to families and private customers who enjoy leisure activities and need a lot of space and maximum variability. And as the Concept EQT shows: we will also be offering a fully electric model in this segment in the future," says Marcus Breitschwerdt, head of Mercedes-Benz Vans.
Set to arrive in 2022 to rival the Volkswagen Caddy, Citroen Berlingo and Vauxhall Combo in European markets, the new model has been developed in partnership with Renault; the T-Class is twinned with the third-generation Kangoo, while the EQT is a sister model to the recently announced Kangoo E-Tech Electric. All four are based on Renault’s CMF-B platform.
Full details will be revealed closer to its arrival, though the latest offering from Mercedes-Benz’s Van division is planned to offer the choice of either a standard wheelbase in combination with a five-seat layout or, as previewed by the Concept EQT, an extended wheelbase with a seven-seat layout.
The long wheelbase and tall stature of the new MPV model help to maximise interior space in the first two rows and allow for a wide variety of storage spaces throughout the cabin. The second-row seat is designed to accommodate up to three child seats. Foldaway plastic tables, meanwhile, are integrated into the backs of the front seats.
While the white Nappa leather of the concept car will make way for harder-wearing nylon fabric upholstery on the production versions, the design of the dashboard and its controls, including the centre touchscreen display, will be retained.
The Concept EQT previews the styling of the new Mercedes-Benz MPV with production-bound cues including a prominent black panel grille featuring a 3D star effect and slim LED headlamps upfront as well as a full-width rear light bar. Concept car flourishes include large wheelhouses, 21-inch wheels shod with low profile 235/45 R21 tyres, an expansive panoramic glass roof and a leather-lined interior featuring an integrated skateboard carrier at the rear.
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