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Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC Summary
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC is the top model in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV lineup and the price of EQE SUV top model is Rs. 1.41 Crore. Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC is available in Automatic transmission and offered in 9 colours: Obsidian Black Metallic, Selenite Grey Metallic, Sodalite Blue Metallic, Emerald Green Metallic, High-Tech Silver Metallic, Velvet Brown Metallic, Alpine Grey, Diamond White and Polar White.
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Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC Review
Overall Score
8
/ 10
The EQE SUV sits right in between Mercedes' EV range since it basically gets the ‘multi-purpose’ trait of an SUV like the EQB and when you step in, that feel of utmost luxury seen in the EQS sedan. Here's our first drive review.
What is it?
8
/ 10
According to Mercedes-Benz, the EQE SUV is ‘the multi-purpose variant of the EQE sedan’. However, that title is of little relevance to us here in India, at least at this point in time, because Mercedes doesn’t sell the EQE sedan in India yet. Instead, we get the flagship EQS sedan and the mid-size EQB SUV when it comes to EVs. This all-new EQE SUV, then, sits right in between the two models since it basically gets the ‘multi-purpose’ trait of an SUV like the EQB and when you step in, that feel of utmost luxury seen in the EQS sedan. It may sound complicated but trust me, the car that you see here is quite straightforward.
One look at the EQE SUV is all it takes to comprehend how its design is all about streamlining to get maximum aerodynamic efficiency. There are no sharp cuts or upright design elements anywhere on this car. It all appears very smooth and sleek when you look at the sweeping roofline, the aero-efficient design for the alloys, the flat underbody panelling, and spoilers everywhere. In fact, the EQE SUV has something called cladding spoilers in the area of the rear side - they direct the airflow around the rear wheels. In addition, besides the usual boot lid spoiler, even the taillights have an integrated edge that functions as a spoiler.
Is the cabin of the EQE SUV any good?
7.5
/ 10
The EQE SUV’s cabin is good. No two ways about it. Although it’s not impressive per se in the most conventional sense. For starters, the dashboard, like in the EQS sedan, isn’t layered with contrasting materials that we have come to expect in Mercedes’ high-end models. Instead, you get a 56-inch curved glass panel that houses not one, not two, but three individual screens. Finishes around the glass, naturally, are beyond premium with dollops of soft-touch materials and open-pore wood with aluminum inlays.
The primary central display is sharp and quick to respond, whereas the leftmost screen can be engaged only when the front passenger seat is occupied. In terms of usage, it has the same interface that you get on the main screen but without a few key features like smartphone mirroring. It may look odd to some but the EQE SUV’s cabin is user-friendly, with clearly marked switches and knobs that are placed exactly where you need them. What’s really neat is that there is a quick access button on the centre console for important stuff like ADAS functions and raising the ride height. Unfortunately, the touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel are still fiddly to use but the rest of the cabin, once known, is simple to operate.
In terms of space and comfort, the seats at the front are large but that absolute sense of space is missing in this dark-colored interior spec. You do get a good amount of storage space in the floating centre console with space for two smartphones, two cup holders, and a large cubby hole under the driver’s armrest. The rear seat is just as comfortable as one would expect, with good under-thigh support and cushioning but again, you may feel helmed in because of the relatively narrow windows and the dark upholstery all around.
This is the EQE 500 and it comes in at Rs. 1.40 crore. For this money, it comes with plenty of high-tech equipment. The highlight here, of course, is the 56-inch panel, which houses all of the car’s functions. You also get a heads-up display, three-stage ventilation and heating along with eight types of massage functions, a four-zone climate control with an inbuilt air purifier, 360-degree camera, panoramic glass roof, electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, electrically adjustable steering column, and highly configurable ambient lighting along with an extensively detailed driver’s display. The list doesn’t end here though.
The EQE SUV also gets a lovely sounding 15-speaker Burmester sound system, height-adjustable air suspension, and a dedicated off-road mode for the screen with off-road angles and a transparent bonnet view. In terms of safety, the EQE SUV has nine airbags along with many ADAS functions.
Is the EQE SUV nice to drive?
8
/ 10
The EQE SUV comes with an all-electric drivetrain consisting of two motors – one each on the front and rear axles for a combined output of 400bhp of power and 850Nm of torque. Beneath the cabin floor, there is a 90.5kWh battery pack that gives this SUV a claimed range of 550km and a 0-100kmph sprint time of 4.9 seconds. Headlining figures out of the way, let’s get to the actual driving bit. Let’s not forget the EQE is a big, heavy vehicle. And that it’s an SUV. But the way it drives at low speeds and gains momentum when you push the throttle pedal even slightly, it’s a treat for all your senses. In a straight line, this supposedly heavy SUV picks up speed effortlessly, and even though the acceleration may not feel as savage as a V8-powered AMG Mercedes, it doesn’t really need to.
There are drive modes, of course, with different rates of urgency for the throttle response and power output. Amongst Eco, Comfort, and Sport, the EQE feels at home in Comfort mode wherein you have more than enough power at your disposal and the throttle response is surprisingly mellow. The air suspension also becomes a lot more absorbent in Comfort, delivering a fairly pliant and cushy ride on poorly paved roads. Another advantage of the air suspension is the ability to raise the ride height on the go if you happen to come across big speed bumps, as we did during our brief drive in Kashmir.
Should you buy the EQE SUV?
8
/ 10
The Mercedes EQE SUV makes a lot of sense for anyone looking to get on board the luxury EV bandwagon. It’s plenty luxurious, plenty fast, and plenty comfortable. Best of all, it’s got enough ground clearance to deal with large speed bumps when fully loaded. It's something the old EQC SUV always struggled with and we are glad Mercedes has fixed it here. That’s all for now from this brief first drive of the EQE SUV. Watch out for our real-world range test of this car when we get it for a full road test.
Pictures by Kapil Angane
EQE SUV 500 4MATIC Specifications & Features
Specifications
Features
Specifications
Features
Specifications
Engine & Transmission
Top Speed
210 kmph
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
4.9 seconds
DC Fast Charging
10-80 % : 32 mins, 100 kW charger
AC Fast Charging
0-100 % : 9 hrs 30 mins, 11 kW charger
Fuel Type
Electric
Max Motor Performance
402 bhp, 858 Nm
Driving Range
550 km
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode
Battery
90.56 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor
2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle
Others
Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode
Dimensions & Weight
Length
4863 mm
Width
1940 mm
Height
1685 mm
Wheelbase
3030 mm
Kerb Weight
2610 kg
Capacity
Doors
5 Doors
Seating Capacity
5 Person
No of Rows
2 Rows
Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
Front Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Minimum Turning Radius
6.1 metres
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel
Steel
Front Tyres
R20
Rear Tyres
R20
Features
Exterior
Sunroof / Moonroof
Panoramic
Roof-mounted Antenna
No
Body-coloured Bumpers
Yes
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
No
Body Kit
No
Rub-strips
Chrome Inserts
Braking & Traction
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Yes
Four-Wheel-Drive
Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Yes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Yes
Ride Height Adjustment
Yes
Hill Descent Control
No
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
No
Differential Lock
No
Safety
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Yes
Puncture Repair Kit
No
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Yes
High-beam Assist
Yes
NCAP Rating
5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Yes
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Yes
Airbags
9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Yes
Rear Middle Head Rest
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Comfort & Convenience
Air Purifier
Yes
Electronic Parking Brake
Auto Hold
Air Conditioner
Yes (Automatic Four Zone)
Front AC
Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC
Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Third Row AC Zone
No
Heater
Yes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Yes
Anti-glare Mirrors
Electronic - All
Parking Assist
360 Degree Camera
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Yes
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Yes
Steering Adjustment
Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Lighting
Ambient Interior Count
-
Headlights
LED
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Cornering Headlights
Active
Taillights
LED
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Fog Lights
LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Yes
Cabin Lamps
Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors
Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Both Sides
Glovebox Lamp
Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster
Yes
Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Central Locking
Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
ORVM Colour
Body Coloured
Scuff Plates
Illuminated
Soft-close Door
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
One Touch Down
All
One Touch Up
All
Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Rear Wiper
No
Exterior Door Handles
Chrome
Rain-sensing Wipers
Yes
Interior Door Handles
Silver
Door Pockets
Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds
No
Bootlid Opener
Electric Opening and Closing
Entertainment, Information & Communication
Android Auto
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Display
Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size
17.7 inch
Gesture Control
Yes
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Optional
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Yes
Speakers
15
Steering-mounted controls
Yes
Voice Command
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
USB Compatibility
Yes
Wireless Charger
Yes
Head Unit Size
Not Applicable
iPod Compatibility
Yes
Internal Hard Drive
No
DVD Playback
No
Mobile App Features
Find My Car
Yes
Check Vehicle Status via App
Yes
Geo-fence
Yes
Emergency Call
Yes
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Yes
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Yes
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Yes
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Yes
Alexa Compatibility
Yes
Remote Parking with Key
No
Storage
Cup Holders
Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Yes
Cooled Glovebox
No
Sunglass Holder
No
Third Row Cup Holders
No
Airbags
Airbags
9
Seats & Upholstery
Massage Seats
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
22 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, headrest: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out, shoulder support bolsters: in / out)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
22 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back, headrest forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out, shoulder support bolsters in / out)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
2 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back)
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Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC Reviews
5.0/5
(1 Ratings) 1 Reviews
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The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC offers a compelling blend of luxury, performance, and eco-friendliness for Indian consumers. Its electric drivetrain provides ample power and torque, ensuring brisk acceleration and a smooth, quiet ride. The spacious interior is a testament to Mercedes-Benz's commitment to luxury, with top-notch materials and advanced technology throughout. Here's my take
Pros:
1. Electric Powertrain: The EQE SUV's electric powertrain delivers instant torque, offering a thrilling driving experience while being environmentally conscious.
2. Luxury Interior: The cabin boasts premium materials, comfortable seats, and cutting-edge tech, providing a true luxury experience.
3. Advanced Features: Equipped with the latest in-car tech, including the MBUX infotainment system and advanced driver-assistance features.
4. Solid Range: Offers a respectable electric range suitable for most Indian commuting needs.
Cons:
1. Price: The EQE SUV comes with a premium price tag that might be a hurdle for some Indian consumers.
2. Charging Infrastructure: While improving, India's charging infrastructure may still be a concern for long-distance travel.
3. Limited Model Availability: Availability may be limited initially, potentially leading to long waiting periods.
In conclusion, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC is an impressive electric SUV that caters to the luxury segment in India, offering a compelling package for those willing to invest in cutting-edge electric mobility.