BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Mercedes-Benz |
Lexus |
| Model |
C-Class EV (Next-Gen) |
ES EV (expected ES 350e / ES 500e) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric Luxury Sedan |
Luxury Electric Sedan |
| Trims |
Standard, AMG Line, 4MATIC (expected) |
Base, Luxury, F Sport (expected) |
| Release Date |
2026 (expected) |
2026 (expected) |
| Status |
Upcoming / Prototype Stage |
Upcoming / Not Yet Released |
| Made In |
Germany |
Japan |
| Body Type |
4-Door Sedan |
Sedan |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 Years / 50,000 miles (expected) |
4 Years / 50,000 miles (Basic) – 8 Years / 100,000 miles (Battery, expected) |
| Colors |
Multiple premium shades (Black, White, Silver, Grey, Blue, optional AMG colors) |
| Ultra White, Caviar Black, Sonic Iridium, Eminent White Pearl, Matador Red, Nightfall Mica |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Dual-Motor Setup (RWD standard, AWD optional) |
Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous (expected |
| Horsepower |
300–400 hp (expected base), AMG >500 hp |
300 – 400 hp (estimated) |
| Torque |
400–550 Nm (estimated) |
300 – 400 lb-ft (estimated) |
| Acceleration |
4.5–6.0 sec (0–60 mph depending on trim) |
5.5 – 6.0 sec (0–60 mph, expected) |
| Top Speed |
130–155 mph (electronically limited) |
130 mph (expected) |
| Range |
350–400 miles (WLTP, expected) |
350 miles (EPA estimated) |
| Drivetrain |
RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely silicon-anode or LFP options) |
Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) |
| Battery Capacity |
85–100 kWh (expected) |
90–100 kWh (expected |
| Power Consumption |
15–17 kWh/100 km (expected efficiency) |
3.5 mi/kWh (estimated) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 Years / 100,000 miles |
8 Years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
Up to 11 kW AC (Level 2) |
11 kW AC (Level 2) |
| Supercharging Speed |
250 kW DC (expected) |
150–200 kW DC Fast Charging (expected) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
10–80% in ~20–25 minutes |
10–80% in ~30 min (expected) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
30–40 miles (home), ~200+ miles in 15 min (DC fast) |
30 miles (Level 2) / ~200 miles (DC fast charge) |
| Charging Time |
8–10 hrs (AC), ~20–25 mins (DC fast) |
10–12 hrs (AC 240V) / ~30 min (fast charge |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS Combo |
CCS (expected, may transition to NACS in US) |
| Home Charging Options |
Wallbox, Standard AC Plug, Solar Integration (optional) |
Wallbox / Mobile Connector (7–11 kW) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11–22 kW (expected, depending on region) |
11 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
4,800 mm (189 in) |
196 in (4,980 mm) |
| Width |
1,850 mm (73 in) |
73 in (1,860 mm) |
| Height |
1,450 mm (57 in) |
57 in (1,450 mm) |
| Wheelbase |
2,870 mm (113 in) |
113 in (2,870 mm) |
| Ground Clearance |
130 mm (5.1 in) |
5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Cargo Space |
450 liters (expected, front + rear trunk possible) |
16 cu.ft (expected, with frunk option) |
| Curb Weight |
2,000–2,200 kg |
4,500–4,800 lbs |
| No. of Doors |
2 |
4 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy / AMG Performance Wheels |
Alloy (multi-spoke) |
| Wheel Size |
18–20 inches (trim dependent) |
18" / 19" / 20" (F Sport) |
| Front Tire |
225/50 R18 (base, expected) |
235/45 R18 (expected) |
| Rear Tire |
245/45 R18 (base, expected) |
235/45 R18 (expected) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) with variable assist |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Transmission |
Single-speed direct drive |
Single-Speed Automatic (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
11.5 m |
18 ft |
| Gear Box |
Single-speed EV reduction gear |
Direct Drive (EV) |
| Front Suspension |
Independent multi-link (adaptive optional) |
MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Independent multi-link (adaptive optional) |
Multi-Link Independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Mercedes Drive Pilot (Level 3 autonomy in supported regions) |
No (Lexus Teammate Advanced Driver Assist instead) |
| Navigation System |
MBUX AI-based navigation with AR HUD |
Standard with Lexus Interface |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Standard |
| Climate Control |
Multi-zone Automatic |
Dual-zone / Tri-zone automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes (Push-button + Digital Key expected) |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless |
Yes |
| Android Auto |
Wireless |
Yes |
| Touchscreen |
12–15" OLED MBUX Hyperscreen (trim-based) |
14-inch Lexus Interface display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes (integrated media) |
| No. Of Speakers |
10–15 (Burmester Surround Sound optional) |
10 (standard) / 17 (Mark Levinson Premium Audio) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Disc |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Ventilated Disc |
Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
6 |
10 (expected) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° Surround View |
Yes (360° view monitor) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Optional (for AMG trims) |
Yes |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes (VSC + Traction Control) |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
