If you need space, you can find it on EQV. People like Kia Carnival His movers are incredibly roomy, but they can’t compete with anything born out of a commercial vehicle platform like this Benz.
Thanks to the flat floor and 2+2+3 three-row seat layout, you can literally walk from the driver’s seat to the third row while standing (depending on your height).
Back to the front, the old foundation means no fully digital instrument cluster here, just analog dials, but that’s not a bad thing.
This also means that the air conditioning controls are separated from the central screen, making them easier to use.
The MBUX system is not as advanced as the version found in the latest Benz models, resulting in fewer functions and easier use. There is a touchpad as well as a touchscreen, but I have only used the screen.
Another slightly archaic element of EQV is the fact that it requires a key to activate. Unusual for an EV. Also, the ignition is located on the left side of the steering wheel, which is good news for left-handers, but somewhat annoying for right-handers.
As for front storage, there’s a cover under the center stack, with cup holders, two USB-C ports, and decent space for a 12-volt charger, but no wireless charger. The front door has plenty of room for very large bottles and has a medium-sized glovebox.
The front leather seats with folding armrests on each side are well supported and very comfortable. No complaints there.
Considering this car is designed to carry people, you can expect a functional rear cabin and much of what Benz has to offer.
Not surprisingly, given the EQV’s massive dimensions, there’s a huge amount of headroom, legroom, hip and shoulder room in every row.
Both sliding doors are electrically operated and one (passenger side) can be opened with a key fob. The very large tailgate is also electric.
These second row captain chairs are comfortable and supportive. There are map pockets behind the front and second row seats. There are floor and roof mounted air vents, but the third row is only a roof vent.
The second row doesn’t have as many storage options, while the third row features a stand-up phone holder, but that’s about it. There is no USB port there.
When the second row seats are folded down, it is quite heavy and cumbersome. But it’s much easier to roll them forward via levers.
The third row can also be folded flat, but requires the removal of a very large and heavy parcel shelf from the cargo area. Like the seats, the shelf structure also rests on rails and lifts when needed. He can slide in the 3rd row too, but not as much as the 2nd row.
The shelf can also be used as a stand-up desk for the computer in the back if desired. It’s actually pretty handy.
It also helps hide items inside the boot. Comes with a plastic folding shopping crate.
Benz says the trunk can swallow 1030 liters with all the seats in place, minus the parcel shelf. Also, under the rear of the vehicle he is equipped with a spare 17-inch steel wheel.
