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Mercedes-Benz EQC N293

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 is available with one engine variant at 408 hp.

EQC 400 4MATIC · Electric· 408 PS
2019 2023

First fully electric Mercedes SUV on a modified GLC platform. Two asynchronous motors, 80 kWh battery. Production ended 2023; successor is the EQE SUV.

  • !! Recall — HV Battery Housing Not Sealed, Fire Risk

    KBA recall for EQC model year 2019: HV battery housing not sufficiently sealed. Moisture can penetrate, cause corrosion, and in the worst case trigger a vehicle fire.

    Symptoms: Vehicle no longer starts, high-voltage system warnings, in worst case smoke from underbody
    0–0 $
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  • !! Battery Coolant Pump Leaking from 50,000 km

    The electric coolant pump for the battery thermal management system can develop a leak. Results in reduced charging power and a warning message.

    Symptoms: Reduced charging power, coolant loss, HV battery warning message
    600–1,500 $
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  • !! Coolant Warning / Air Bubbles in Cooling Circuit from 25,000 km

    Repeated coolant warnings despite correct level. Cause: air bubbles in the HV cooling circuit, faulty expansion tank cap.

    Symptoms: Repeated coolant warnings, especially after longer drives. Hissing sound when opening the cap.
    100–600 $
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+ 2 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Battery Cooling Circuit Leaking

Coolant loss in the separate battery cooling circuit through porous hoses or leaking connections. Workshop visit required.

Symptoms: Coolant loss, battery thermal management warning, reduced charging power
from 50,000 km
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 Medium
●No Heat Pump: High Winter Consumption

The EQC has no heat pump. Heating runs entirely at the expense of the HV battery. In winter consumption rises to 28–32 kWh/100 km.

Symptoms: Significantly reduced winter range. Consumption display noticeably higher than in summer.

Test Reports

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TÜV Report 2024

Average

The first fully electric SUV from Mercedes shows mixed MOT results.

2023-11

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 11 weaknesses have been documented for the Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 (2019–2023) — 5 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Cooling, Electronics, Other.

EQC (EQC-EM, 2019–2023) — Be Careful: Recall — HV Battery Housing Not Sealed, Fire Risk, Battery Coolant Pump Leaking, Coolant Warning / Air Bubbles in Cooling Circuit. Power: 408 PS.

What to watch out for with the Mercedes-Benz EQC? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 have? +
The Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 has 5 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz EQC N293? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: EQC-EM (Elektro). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the EQC-EM (Elektro).
Which Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 — rated: "Decent". {description} 300 kW electric — fast and quiet. The fun is there, just different from what you're used to.
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 worth buying used? +
The Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Mercedes-Benz EQC N293? +
The Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 is available with engine variants from 408 to 408 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee