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Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV X294 EQE 500 100 kWh (408 Hp) 4MATIC
Overall Rating
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV:
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is a battery electric mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by German luxury brand Mercedes-Benz Group since December 2022. The vehicle was revealed on October 16, 2022, alongside the Mercedes-AMG performance variant. The automaker displayed the entire EQ range in the gardens of the Musée Rodin in Paris on October 16 and 17, alongside concepts that will preview the company's electric future.
The SUV follows a similar design style to the rest of the vehicles in the EQ sub-brand. The vehicle is positioned between the D-segment EQC and F-segment EQS SUV in the EQ SUV lineup, and is essentially a sport utility variant of the EQE saloon. The EQE SUV is also the battery electric equivalent to the slightly larger Mercedes-Benz GLE....(Read more on Wikipedia)
X294 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV (X294). At around 2485 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
EQE 500 100 kWh (408 Hp) 4MATIC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers identical strong performance to the 105 kWh version, with excellent acceleration and secure 4MATIC grip.
Fuel Economy
Very good range, slightly less than the 105 kWh but still highly competitive for a powerful AWD EV.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Luxurious and high-tech interior with MBUX Hyperscreen availability
- • Impressive electric range across most variants
- • Strong to exhilarating performance options, including AMG models
- • Exceptional ride comfort, especially with optional air suspension
- • Spacious cabin and practical boot space for an SUV
Cons:
- • Premium pricing places it at the higher end of the market
- • Heavy vehicle, which can impact agility and efficiency under certain conditions
- • Exterior design may be considered too generic or conservative by some
- • MBUX system can be complex with a steep learning curve for some users
- • Limited off-road capability despite its SUV designation
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X294: 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | EQE SUV |
| Generation: | X294 |
| Modification (Engine): | EQE 500 100 kWh (408 Hp) 4MATIC |
| Start of production: | December, 2022 |
| End of production: | October, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 164.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.9 kg/Nm, 345.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2485 |
| Max. weight: | 3095 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 610 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1675 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 300 mm |
| Length: | 4863 mm mm [16mm less] |
| Width: | 1940 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Height: | 1686 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3030 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2141 mm |
| Front track: | 1650 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1663 mm |
| Front overhang: | 883 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 950 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 181 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 18° |
| Departure angle: | 22.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels, one electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/55 R19; 255/45 R20; 265/40 R21; 265/35 R22 |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20; 21; 22 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 90.56 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 100 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 408 Hp |
| System torque: | 858 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 460-550 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 18.9-22.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 18.9-22.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 460-550 km |
| Battery weight: | 557 kg |
| Battery voltage: | 328 V |
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