Video Summary
The Mercedes EQE 300 set a new record for shortest charging time on the Norwegian High Speed Run at 10 minutes.The new Norwegian High Speed Run 2.0 route is 610 kilometers; which is 5 kilometers shorter than the old route.
The reviewer's channel specializes in testing electric vehicles.
The point of the 610-km trip is to simulate a long journey requiring one or more charging stops.
During the test run, Recharge sponsored chargers were used.
Traffic is a factor to consider; as traffic can bump up the time by 10-30 minutes.
Total charging time will be used to rank the car.
During the test run, consumption was 19.4 kWh per 100 kilometers after about 1 hour.
The test vehicle has 181 km left to go to the turnaround point, with a range of 389 km.
The weather during the test run is 12 degrees celsius.
The initial test car’s consumption was 17.5 kWh/100km.
The test completed the round trip, totaling 605 kilometers.
The car was driven in efficiency mode.
An 18-degree setting in the cabin felt ideal, whereas 20 degrees felt warm.
Peak charging speed for this car is 170 kW.
The average test-run speed is 94 kilometers per hour.
It was noted that the test car is not as sporty as some competitors but provides a very comfortable ride.
After the test, 8% battery charge remains and the maximum 49 km is available.
