Video Summary
Here is the requested summary of the YouTube video:- The Mercedes-Benz EQE is a mid-size luxury EV.
- The EQE 350 costs around $155,000 plus on-road costs.
- Competitors include the Porsche Taycan, BMW i4, and Genesis G80 Electrified.
- All EQE models have a 90 kWh battery pack.
- The 300 has one electric motor at the rear, while the 350 adds a motor at the front for all-wheel drive.
- The 0-100 km/h time is 6.3 seconds for the 350.
- Claimed range is 462 km using WLTP regulations.
- Charging takes around 5-6 hours at an AC wallbox at home, an hour to top up using a DC charger, and about 30 minutes with a DC fast charger.
- Its shape gives it a low drag coefficient of 0.22.
- The body shell uses 100% recycled steel.
- The 300 and 350 look identical except for a slightly bigger rear spoiler on the 350 and the badge.
- The interiors of the 300 and 350 are identical and loaded with equipment, such as a head-up display, panoramic sunroof, Burmester stereo, and heated sports seats.
- The main choice for the interior is black or pure white leather.
- It has an unusual-looking interior, with a huge strip of ambient lighting around the cabin.
- There are haptic controls that require sliding and swiping which can be difficult to use while driving.
- It has a good rear legroom. Taller passengers might struggle with the headroom.
- USB-C ports are found both in the front and rear.
- Boot capacity is a decent size and the rear seats can be remotely folded.
- Electricity is a great way to power a luxury car.
- In general, the EQE drives pretty well, with smooth power delivery and comfortable ride.
- Standard car feels heavy in the way it handles lumps and bumps.
- Active safety systems are good.
- There are a few bugbears: the rear vision is very ordinary due to a small window, the brakes feel very soft under foot.
- It's better to buy the 300 and pocket the $20,000.
