Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Launched At Rs 1.39 Crore

Modified On Sep 15, 2023 03:15 PM By Shreyash for Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

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The EQE electric SUV arrives in a single fully loaded variant and promises a claimed range of up to 550km

The EQE SUV uses a 90.56kWh battery pack, mated to an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain.
It churns out 408PS and 858Nm, and has a claimed top-speed of 210kmph.
Inside, the EQE electric SUV features a 56-inch MBUX hyperscreen setup.
Safety features include nine airbags, 360-degree camera with transparent bonnet feature and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
It comes with a battery warranty of 10 years, which is the highest offered on an EV by any manufacturer.

Mercedes-Benz EQE electric SUV has arrived on our shores as the brand's third all-electric offering, following the EQB 3-row electric SUV and EQS electric sedan. It is available in a single fully loaded variant – the EQE 500 4MATIC – for an introductory price of Rs 1.39 crore (ex-showroom pan India). Let's explore what Mercedes’ new electric SUV has to offer.

Recognisable EQ Design

The design of the Mercedes-Benz EQE electric SUV embraces the latest EQ styling cues seen on other electric offerings from the German carmaker. Up front, there's a connected LED strip, and a prominent black grille with a star-like pattern with the Mercedes logo at its centre. This closed grille merges with the sleek looking LED headlights, and below there’s a closed off air dam as well.

The electric SUV has a sleek profile with an aerodynamically sloping roofline and minimal creases. The EQE electric SUV gets flush-fitting door handles, and aerodynamically optimised 21-inch alloy wheels. Additionally, cladding runs around the wheel arches, enhancing the overall SUV appeal of the EQE. At the rear of the EQE electric SUV, you'll immediately notice the modernistic execution of the connected LED tail lamp setup, another design element shared with other EQ models.

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Inside The EQE SUV

Similar to the exterior, the interior of the Mercedes EQE SUV follows the same design pattern seen on other electric Mercedes models. The main highlight of the cabin is the 56-inch MBUX Hyperscreen setup, which includes a digital driver's display, a central infotainment display, and a front passenger display. Other notable features of the cabin include a 15-speaker 750W Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos, active ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, and four-zone climate control.

Safety is ensured by nine airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), and a 360-degree camera with transparent bonnet feature. The electric SUV also features advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like lane keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and parking assist. It also comes with a Pre-safe feature that shifts the passengers in the middle of the cabin during an emergency situation, to prevent major injuries during a crash.

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Powertrain Options

The EQE electric SUV comes with a 90.56kWh battery pack, and the specifications have been detailed below.

Variant	EQE 500 4MATIC
Battery	90.56kWh
Drivetrain	AWD
Power/Torque	408PS/ 858Nm
Claimed Range (WLTP)	Up to 550km
Acceleration 0-100 (kmph)	4.9 seconds

The EQE electric SUV supports two charging options: an 11 kW AC and a 170kW DC fast charging. The latter can replenish the EQE’s battery from 10 to 100 percent in over 30 minutes. For the asking price, Mercedes-Benz will also install a wallbox charger at a location of the buyer’s choosing (home/office) for charging convenience. Furthermore, Mercedes also has over 140 charging stations across the country that can offer 60kW DC Fast charging or 180kW DC Ultra-fast charging.

As a highly equipped luxury SUV, the EQE also comes with AIRMATIC active suspension for improved ride quality which can also increase ground clearance by 25mm.

Mercedes-Benz is offering a 10 year battery warranty with the EQE, which is the highest warranty period offered on an EV by any manufacturer. Also, the service interval for the EQE electric SUV is 2 years/30,000km which is not as frequent as any combustion engine model that usually requires a service every year due to the higher number of moving parts and fluids.