Sizzling on the heels of the absolutely electrical 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV that simply went on sale, Mercedes has revealed a smaller, extra dynamic different within the type of the 2023 EQE SUV.
The EQE SUV will go on sale in 2023 as a 2023 mannequin. An AMG-enhanced EQE SUV was revealed on Sunday alongside the common mannequin and is confirmed to be arrive as a 2024 mannequin, although whether or not will probably be out there subsequent yr as nicely hasn’t been introduced.
The EQE SUV will are available 350+, 350 4Matic, and 500 4Matic grades within the U.S., and finally the AMG grade as nicely.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
Pricing info will probably be introduced nearer to subsequent yr’s market launch.
Whereas the EQS SUV targets the full-size section and may attraction to giant households due to its third-row seats, the EQE SUV targets extra mainstream patrons with its mid-size stature and two rows of seats. The size is 191.6 inches, making the EQE SUV about 7.0 inches shorter than a Tesla Mannequin X, however its wheelbase at 119.3 inches is nearly 3.0 inches longer than on the Tesla, leading to beneficiant room. Legroom on the rear is a spacious 40.5 inches.
Because the identify suggests, the EQE SUV is the high-riding counterpart to the EQE sedan that additionally arrives for 2023. Each use Mercedes’ EVA modular EV platform that that additionally options within the EQS hatch and EQS SUV. Within the EQE SUV, the platform helps a 90.6-kwh battery that may be charged from 10-80% capability in about 32 minutes utilizing a DC quick charger. Mercedes hasn’t offered a quote for vary.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
The 350+ grade will include a single motor on the rear producing a peak 288 hp. The 350 4Matic grade will include a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain, rated the identical 288 hp because the 350+ however with extra torque. The five hundred 4Matic may even have a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain, this time with 536 hp.
Consumers searching for final efficiency will wish to anticipate the AMG EQE SUV. It is going to provide 617 hp as commonplace from a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain, and 677 hp when geared up with an out there Dynamic Plus Package deal. With the pack geared up, the AMG EQE SUV will hustle to 60 mph from relaxation in an estimated 3.4 seconds. High pace as commonplace will probably be 137 mph and 149 mph with the Dynamic Plus Package deal.
In the case of dealing with, the EQE SUV rides on air suspension as commonplace. Adaptive dampers and all-wheel steering can be found and nicely price it for patrons that take pleasure in a spirited drive from time to time. The AMG EQE SUV will get the lot as commonplace and provides lively roll stabilization, along with particular AMG tuning for the air suspension. The AMG additionally boasts a robust brake package deal consisting of six-piston calipers with 16.3-inch rotors up entrance and single-piston calipers with 14.9-inch rotors on the rear. Even greater carbon-ceramic rotors can be found for many who want it.
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV
The outside of the EQE SUV follows the acquainted, aerodynamically honed styling Mercedes has launched throughout its EQ vary of EVs. The look is considerably innocuous, although for some patrons that could be a bonus. Consumers in search of a automobile on this section that stands out will wish to examine the BMW iX or Cadillac Lyriq.
The design of the AMG EQE SUV appears to be like nearly similar to the common model, save for the vertical strips within the pseudo grille and the bigger wheels (19-inch wheels commonplace on common mannequin and 21 on AMG) and brakes. One new design element for Mercedes is the appliance of an AMG badge on the hood as an alternative of the normal Mercedes star. The star nonetheless sits on the grille and tailgate, although.
The inside of the EQE SUV is a match for the EQE sedan, and can be very near the interiors of the EQS and EQS SUV. Up entrance is Mercedes’ absolutely digital sprint, referred to as the Hyperscreen, which is an out there characteristic. Right here, a collection of digital screens are housed below a single glass cowl. The usual setup is a extra standard design with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a separate 12.8-inch display for the infotainment. In each circumstances the infotainment is Mercedes’ personal MBUX system.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
The AMG provides bolstered seats to raised hug you throughout quick cornering. There are additionally AMG logos all through the cabin, together with distinction stitching, a sports activities steering wheel, and illuminated door sill plates with “AMG” lettering. A particular AMG sound additionally beams into the cabin, with the depth altering relying on the chosen drive mode.
Manufacturing of the EQE SUV will probably be dealt with at Mercedes’ plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the place the EQS SUV is constructed.
