Brabus is presenting its first take on Mercedes-Benz’s EQC 400 4MATIC electric SUV and the changes go beyond the special electricity-themed wrap and custom wheels.

The tuner has developed a performance upgrade for the electric powertrain of the EQC, resulting in more agile driving dynamics. The Brabus E-PowerXtra performance kit increases the EV’s power output from 300 kW (408 PS / 402 HP) to 310 kW (422 PS / 416 HP).

The peak torque jumps even more significantly, from 760 Nm (560 lb-ft) to 830 Nm (612 lb-ft).

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This helps the Mercedes-Benz EQC complete the zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) sprint in 4.9 seconds, while the top speed remains limited to 180 km/h (112 mph). Interestingly, the Brabus E-PowerXtra only becomes active when the driver selects the “S” drive mode from the standard Dynamic Select switch. This means that in all the other modes, the EQC reverts to stock specification.

To make it stand out, the German aftermarket company designed an aerodynamic-enhancement kit including a rear spoiler, new front bumper and other aero parts that are still under development. As for the custom wheels we mentioned earlier, they are tailor-made Brabus Monoblock Z 10-spoke alloys with diameters of 20 or 21 inches.

The 20-inch model comes with Pirelli P Zero tires sized 255/45 R20 at the front and 285/40 R20 at the rear. The 21-inch wheels are called Brabus Monoblock Z “Platinum Edition” and are wrapped with ContiSportContact tires of sizes 255/40 R21 (front) and 285/35 R21 (rear).

For the interior, the German tuner offers a host of exclusive personalization options including fine leather applied everywhere, aluminum pedals and door-lock pins, scuff plates with backlit Brabus logo in changing colors, and a custom menu and design for the digital instrument panel.

 

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