Highlight: The rear wheel drive and the all-wheel drive EQE
350 are priced the same.
Test
Vehicle's MSRP: $89,950 (Base
Model: $79,050)
Seating
Capacity: 5
Standard
Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a
rearview camera; vehicle stability control; traction control; adaptive high beam
assist headlights; an adaptive lane keep assist system; an electronic blindspot
system; and rain-sensing wipers
Standard Equipment: 19-inch wheels; 298-mile driving range; 90.6 kWh battery; free 2 years of DC Fast Charging; a rear wheel drive; 12-inch instrument cluster; a 12-inch touchscreen; pseudo leather seats; massaging front seats; a keyless entry system; an automatic climate control system; driving modes; wireless smartphone charging; illuminated door sill plates; a panoramic sunroof; fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication of the driver; a navigation system; a power tilt/telescopic steering wheel; DC quick charger compatible; power folding side mirrors; and a brake hold feature
Test Model's Additional Standard Equipment: 304-mile driving range; all-wheel
drive; dual permanently synchronous electric motors; 89.0 kWh battery; and the standard equipment
Options:
home charging
cable; beginner and valet driver program; energizer air control plus with HEPA
filter; acoustic comfort package; all-season tires; 20-inch wheels; rear axle
steering; ventilated front seats; a four zone climate control system; black
carpeted trunk mat; active driving assist; active lane changing system; active
emergency assist steering; evasive steering assist system; an active speed
limit assist system; a traffic sign assist system; digital light LED headlamps;
front LED light band, animation and symbol projection function; active ambient
lighting; augmented reality for navigation system; AMG line body styling; and an
exclusive trim
Other Trims:
EQE 500 AWD
Standard
Audio On Test Vehicle: SiriusXM
Bluetooth
Connectivity: Standard
USB
Connectivity: Standard
Apple/Android
Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper
Warranty: 4 years or 50,000 miles
Battery
Warranty: 10 years or 150,000 miles
Standard Motor/Horsepower: 288-hp
Standard
Fuel Mileage: 104-cty/98-hwy
Electric Vehicle Driving Range: 304 miles
Why:
All-wheel drive or rear wheel drive availability
An all-electric vehicle
Free 2 years of EV DC fast charging
Precision driving characteristics
Roomy
Comfortable seating
Augmented reality navigation system
Power front seats with memory
Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Great visibility
A panorama sunroof
Massaging front seats
20-inch wheels available
EQE 500 with 400 plus horsepower available
The suspension can be raised by 1-inch.
Heat from the electric drive can be used during winter months to
warm the interior
A 4-zone automatic climate control system
A new lane change system allows the vehicle to pass a slower
vehicle without driver
Voice commands eliminates one from scrolling through the
infotainment screens for most
Optional rear wheel steering helps to improve turning
Heated windshield washers available
A trailer assist stability system
Its pricey,
when compared to its non-electrified sibling, the GLE
The home charging cable is optional
Driver assist features are optional on the vehicle
No under the hood storge area for most electric vehicles like with the Ford Lightning
Ventilated front seats aren’t standard
Leather seats available on EQE 500 model only
No heads up display (HUD) on base models
Oval shaped exterior design
Verdict:
The five passenger Mercedes-Benz EQE is all-new for the 2023 model year. The EQE is equivalent to the GLE, but its all-electric. The all-new EQE is available in three trims. The pricey space aged looking EQE, which is available in a rear wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration, has a starting price of approximately $79,000.
Depending on the trim, the driving range of our oval shaped roomy crossover varies. Our test model was capable achieving a whopping 304-mile driving range on a full charge.
Also the vehicle accepts Level 2 and DC fast chargers. However, unlike with most EVs, the buyer is on the hook for paying $250 for an home charging cable. Go figure.
And just like any Mercedes-Benz, the EQE, with its formed fitting seating, has all the luxurious accoutrements one would expect. In fact, all the super busy infotainment screen with its augmented reality navigation system, and digital cluster made us feel like we should be a gamer.
Moreover, the ride and handling of the EQE is pure Mercedes-Benz too. The EQE offers a car-like ride, with a host of driving modes and expensive optional driving assistance aids too, helping to guide the vehicle.
Competition: Audi Q4 e-tron
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