Mercedes reverses course on separate EV lineup and ‘EQ’ designation

A white, camouflaged Mercedes CLA — The CLA compact car, shown in camouflage, will go on sale this year, with electric, plug-in hybrid and ICE versions. (MERCEDES-BENZ)

February 23, 2025 07:00 AM

New Mercedes-Benz models will offer both full-electric and combustion-based powertrains, in a reversal of a strategy that led to a separate EQ lineup for E-Class and S-Class sedan and SUV models.

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