Video Summary
The Mercedes EQE AMG is a performance EV from a mainstream car manufacturer. At 5,567 pounds, the weight is similar to a standard EQE all-wheel drive, but it feels heavier than an EQS AMG. The EQE AMG’s immediate power delivery feels different and faster than the EQS AMG. The dual motor AWD system produces 617 hp and 701 lb-ft of torque, or 677 hp and 738 lb-ft with dynamic plus. It uses a 90.6 kWh battery that has an estimated 210-240 mile range. It accelerates from 0-60 in 3.4 seconds or 3.2 seconds in dynamic plus, and has a top speed of 137 mph or 149 mph in dynamic plus. The car features five or six modes that dial in different amounts of power.The car has a manual of parts different from the standard EQE, including different electric motors, inverter, battery management, and wiring harnesses.
The ride quality is excellent and "German" quality, providing the right amount of ride quality, but it feels less connected to the road than a luxury car. The weight feels high, which reduces confidence pushing the car aggressively on canyon roads. Carbon ceramic rotors make a big difference in backing up the car’s power and weight. Steering is good, offering feedback and a road connection hard to achieve in an electric car. The car's black and sable brown nappa leather interior costs an additional $2,900.
The test car has a graphite gray magno, a flat paint that costs $3,250. This particular car had a base price of $106,900 and a total retail price of $130,240 after options. The graphics are fun and Tron-like with screens and a head-up display. This car is well designed, but not quite a full-fat AMG, and it lacks something until it is about 1,000 pounds lighter.
