Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

The third all-original Mercedes-EQ SUV, the EQE SUV, serves as the middleman of the Mercedes-EQ crossover range. So, what's it all about the first-ever EQE SUV? Time for some unanswered questions.

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

Starting at 83.478.50 Euros plus additional costs, the EQE SUV is the third all-original Mercedes-EQ SUV that slots between the EQC and the EQS SUV, the middleman of the range. Although it couldn't find a suitable opponent in its class, in terms of sizing and pricing, the EQE SUV feels unrivaled at the moment.

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

As expected, the EQE SUV is basically an EQS SUV that was shrunk to GLE sizing but despite the Russian doll effect, the EQE SUV is athletic and dynamic in every angle. Who says electric crossovers can't be sexy?

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV interior

Inside, the EQE SUV's dashboard can be configured in two ways; a tall touchscreen that works like a Tesla or the super-sized touchscreen that occupies the entire dashboard which is known as the MBUX Hyperscreen. On the passenger side, the EQE SUV is good for up to five people and because it's too expensive to be used as a family mover, the only purpose the EQE SUV can do is escort pro-democracy politicians, philanthropists, and other good people who care the environment more than anything else. As for the boot space, it can carry up to 1,675 liters of goods with the split-folding rear bench folded down. For business or leisure, the EQE SUV does it all.

The base EQE 300 SUV variant has 180kw of power output and 573km of driving range based on WLTP standards while the EQE 350 can be configured in either rear-wheel-drive or with 4MATIC, producing 292 PS of power, 565 Nm of torque, and driving range between 480-590 km per WLTP standards, and the top-of-the-line EQE 500 4MATIC with 408 PS of power output, 858 Nm of torque output, and driving range between 460-547 km.

2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE 43 SUV and
2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 SUV

Those who want more should consider the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV range. In addition to signature AMG elements inside and out, the high-performance models are bolted to a 90.6 kWh Li-ion battery pack with a maximum recuperation capacity of 260 kW. 

The EQE 43 SUV has 476PS of power and 858Nm of torque, making it capable of going 0-100kph in 4.3 seconds and flat-out at 210kph. The EQE 53 SUV, meanwhile, produces 625PS of power and 950Nm of torque by default but thanks to an optional extra, stats have raised to 687ps and 1,000Nm, making it capable of a 0-100kph time of 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 240 km/h.

Although the driving feel is rather mild because of the bulk of the electric powertrain or probably it needs the added subscription service that makes it sharper to drive, the EQE SUV features a high level of passive and active safety such as Attention Assist, Active Brake Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Parking Package, and Speed Limit Assist as standard.

The Assistance Package (includes Active Distance Assist Distronic, Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist) and Driving Assist Plus Package (Active Steering Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Emergency Stop Assist, cross-traffic functions, Evasive Steering Assist, Pre-Safe Plus) are optional extras for added levels of safety.

For an unrivaled electric luxury crossover that has the looks of the EQS SUV and the size of the GLE, the EQE SUV takes pride in being a class of its own because not a single luxury electric crossover dared enough to challenge. Maybe someday, someone will.

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Mercedes-Benz EQE

Think of the first-ever EQE as a mini-me EQS that has been shrunk down to E-Class sizing but promises to be as good as its big brother. Time to uncover this theory about Mercedes's newest luxury electric sedan.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE

The first-ever Mercedes EQE, priced at 70,627 Euros plus additional costs, is basically a miniaturized version of the EQS because when you observe its design, it really is an EQS that was shrunk to E-Class sizing. That's how German luxury carmakers roll these days and this new model is no exception, no doubt about it. Despite being smaller than the EQS, the EQE is surprisingly stylish and functional at the same time, although it looks as round as an egg when you squirt your eyes hard.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE interior

When you talk about the interior, the EQE's dashboard can be configured in two ways; a tall touchscreen that works like a Tesla or the super-sized touchscreen that occupies the entire dashboard which is known as the MBUX Hyperscreen. Either way, they're both challenging to understand for speedo boys behind the wheel because of touchscreens. Troublesome the touchscreens are, not to mention the fact that no existing USB connectors are compatible because it works with USB-C ones instead of normal USBs, the spacing is where the EQE made an impression because it's surprisingly roomier than today's E-Class, even though the rear seats don't have fancy bits and bobs that ultra-luxury cars possess. The boot space is good for 430L, mind you.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE

At launch, the EQE 350+ is rear-wheel-drive as standard, and it's powered by an EM0027 electric motor that produces 292PS of power and 565Nm of torque. It does 0-100kph in 6.4 seconds and has a limited top speed of 210kph, which is quick enough, no doubt about it. As for range, the EQE 350+ is good for 639km on one full charge and when plugged into a public charging station, it will take about 32 minutes to reach 80% capacity.

Despite being rear-wheel-drive and its ultra-sophisticated suspension setup available, the bulk of its electric powertrain gave the EQE a mild driving feel. Although not too exciting to drive, it feels somewhat civilized and cozy to drive on a day-by-day basis. You can truly whistle while your boss is napping in the back seat.

2023 Mercedes-AMG EQE 43

Those who want more should consider the pumped-up Mercedes-AMG EQE 43. While using the same 91kWh battery pack as the normal EQE, the additional electric motor gave it 4WD capability, meaning the powertrain has been boosted to 476PS of power and 858Nm of torque, this means it can go from 0-100kph in 4.2 seconds while the top speed is still 210kph. The range for this thing is good for 532km in one full charge. Despite its AMG dynamics and its 4WD layout, it still has a mild driving feel.

Keeping up with the new normal, the EQE features a high level of passive and active safety including a new microsleep warning from the ATTENTION ASSIST which detects driver drowsiness. Of course, there are plenty of high-tech safety features speedo boys may end up running scared but who cares about it.

So, the EQE may be more of a mini-me EQS but it works like it, almost. Like it or not, this new electric sedan from Mercedes deserves a lot of attention, and the world's itching to drive one someday.

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