On October 16th at 8 PM local time, Mercedes-Benz revealed the new EQE SUV and the high-performance model, the new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV, to the world in a digital world premiere.
The new EQE SUV features an architecture specifically developed for electric vehicles by Mercedes-Benz, showcasing aerodynamic design, practical interior space, and a range of luxury comfort driving experiences. It promises all the comfort one could desire, with both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive options providing a wide performance spectrum.
The new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV, also unveiled alongside, is the first pure electric SUV model from the luxury high-performance brand Mercedes-AMG. It offers a dynamic driving experience exclusive to AMG through its two powerful electric motors and fully variable all-wheel drive system.
The design is characterized by AMG’s distinctive styling and features such as standard rear axle steering, AMG sound experience, and various elements that embody the unique AMG feel.
The new EQE SUV embodies the characteristics of a sporty SUV while also considering the vehicle’s functionality and aesthetic elements.
The exterior of the new EQE SUV adopts the Mercedes-EQ family look combined with various design elements that enhance aerodynamic efficiency. It features a newly patented wheel spoiler situated in front of the front axle, improving airflow to the front wheels through various detailed elements. Despite its large volume and short rear overhang, the vehicle’s underbody includes an aerodynamic design that boasts an excellent drag coefficient.
Basing its design on a large electric platform, the interior of the new EQE SUV boasts digitized elements and class-leading generous space. The headroom for both front and rear seats in the five-seater model exceeds 1,000 mm, providing ample space and the rear seats are splittable in a 4:2:4 ratio. The trunk features a base capacity of 520 L, with a maximum of 1,675 L of loading space when the rear seats are folded.
The new EQE SUV is equipped with a lithium-ion battery composed of a total of 10 modules. The battery integrates with intelligent thermal management systems through innovative battery management software developed by Mercedes-Benz and a basic heat pump, enabling efficient driving.
The new EQE SUV consists of a front 4-link suspension and a rear independent multi-link suspension, with optional AIRMATIC air suspension featuring an adaptive damping system (ADS+) that allows for a ground clearance increase of up to 25 mm.
Dynamic Select allows drivers to choose their driving modes, including Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual, customizable according to personal preferences. Additionally, the all-wheel drive model of the EQE SUV offers an Off-Road mode designed for off-road driving.
The new EQE SUV comes standard with Mercedes-Benz’s advanced Driving Assistance Package Plus, which includes Active Brake Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, and Speed Limit Assist to provide a comfortable and safe driving environment.
The Burmester 3D surround sound system offers two sounds for electric vehicles, ‘Silver Wave’ and ‘Vivid Flux’, with additional sounds set to be activated through future OTA updates. Moreover, Dolby Atmos sound offers a 360-degree audio experience, elevating the audio environment to another level compared to traditional stereo systems.
With ENERGIZING AIR CONTROL PLUS, including HEPA filters, ensuring effective purification of the interior air, it fosters a pleasant driving environment. The ENERGIZING COMFORT system consists of five programs that dynamically adjust the vehicle’s interior temperature, lighting, music, and seats to create a sense of well-being based on the driver’s mood or needs.
The exterior design of the new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV is characterized by dynamic proportions and sportiness, incorporating AMG design elements. It reinforces brand identity through the AMG exclusive EQ black panel, integrated with chrome vertical struts along with the Mercedes star logo and AMG lettering, and new brand-specific badges over the hood.
The battery of the AMG EQE SUV is optimized for higher currents, comprising 90.6 kWh with a total of 360 pouch cells across 10 modules. The battery management system is designed for longer driving range in Comfort Drive mode while being specially tuned for performance in Sport and Sport Plus Drive modes.
The new AMG EQE SUV is equipped with AMG Performance 4MATIC+, enabling intelligent and variable torque distribution between the front and rear axles depending on the driving situation. It responds much faster than mechanical all-wheel drive systems, and the eATS (electronic motor) can be controlled independently.
The new AMG EQE SUV features AMG Active Ride Control, which adjusts the body’s movement electrically and mechanically, along with an AMG high-performance braking system that enhances driving stability.
In addition, it provides various driving programs and diverse sound experiences that deliver the unique driving pleasure typical of AMG.
AMG Dynamic Select offers programs of Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and Individual, catering to diverse driving emotions from comfort to sportiness. Various elements like motor, output, suspension, steering, AMG dynamics, and AMG sound experience are adjusted based on the selected driving program.
The AMG Dynamic Plus Package provides two exclusive AMG sound experiences: ‘Authentic’ and ‘Performance’. ‘Authentic’ employs additional hardware (external loudspeakers, bass actuator, sound generator) to create a specific AMG driving sound, allowing for sound adjustment based on power requirements and the driving mode selected by the driver.
Written by Lee Sang-jin daedusj@autodiary.kr