The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG SUV is the latest addition to the German luxury brand's growing lineup of electric vehicles. It is also the first AMG-branded model based on the EQE platform, which is a smaller version of the flagship EQS. The EQE AMG SUV aims to combine the performance and style of a traditional AMG model with the efficiency and technology of an electric vehicle. But does it succeed?
Design and Dimensions
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG SUV has a distinctive look that sets it apart from other Mercedes SUVs. It is sleek and aerodynamic, with a low roofline, large grille, and sloping rear end. The AMG version adds some sporty touches, such as a more aggressive front bumper, a rear diffuser, and 21-inch wheels. The EQE AMG SUV also features LED headlights, taillights, illuminated door handles, and logos.
The EQE AMG SUV is about the same size as the conventional GLE-Class SUV, but with a longer wheelbase and a shorter overall length. It measures 195.3 inches long, 77.4 inches wide, and 66.7 inches tall, with a 122.9-inch wheelbase. It has a curb weight of 5,622 pounds, which is quite heavy for its class.
Powertrain and Performance
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG SUV is powered by two electric motors, one on each axle, that produce a combined output of 649 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque. The motors are fed by a 108-kWh battery pack that provides an estimated range of 340 miles on the EPA cycle. The battery can be recharged from 10% to 80% in about 31 minutes using a 200-kW DC fast charger.
The EQE AMG SUV can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 155 mph. It also has an adaptive air suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, and a torque vectoring system that can distribute power to each wheel individually. The driver can choose from four driving modes: Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and Individual, which adjust the throttle response, steering feel, suspension stiffness, and sound settings.
