Key Takeaways

• The US-made Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV offers luxury, tech, and performance in a more compact package than the larger EQS SUV.
• With a range of 253 to 279 miles, the EQE SUV provides ample driving range for daily use. It offers both single- and dual-motor options, providing versatility and choice to potential buyers.
• Owners of the EQE SUV will enjoy two years of complimentary 30-minute charging sessions with Electrify America, making public charging easier and enabling long road trips at no additional cost.

Mercedes-Benz has been hitting it out of the park with its EQ line of electric vehicles. If you're looking for one of the most luxurious experiences you can find in an electric vehicle, Mercedes EQs are just what the doctor ordered.

The EQE SUV is a slightly more compact take on the full-size EQS SUV, but it's not short on luxury or tech. The interior is one of the strongest points of all EQ vehicles, and the EQE SUV is no exception.

It's hard to beat the high-riding EQE as an electric daily driver that's comfortable, practical, and safe. Let's examine what makes it so good!

1. Made in Alabama, USA

The Mercedes-Benz EQE is made in the United States, and this shouldn't come as much of a shock to most Mercedes-Benz aficionados. The German carmaker has a long history of making SUVs in the United States that dates back to the original ML320 (which was made in Tuscaloosa, Alabama).

The EQE is also made at Mercedes-Benz's Tuscaloosa plant, while the batteries used for the SUV are manufactured close to the Tuscaloosa plant in Bibb county. It's understandable that Mercedes-Benz has a strong presence in the United States when it comes to its SUVs, because large (and luxurious) SUVs are a hot commodity in the US, and Mercedes-Benz builds some of the most popular ones.

2. 279 Miles of Range

The EQE SUV family has three different models to choose from, and each one of them offers adequate range that makes it an excellent daily driver.

The EQE SUV can't compete with the Lucid Air for the title of EV with the most range, but the single-motor EQE 350+ SUV's 279 miles of range will definitely get the job done as your daily driver; it's a good number compared to other similar premium electric SUVs.

The dual-motor EQE 350 4Matic SUV has slightly less range than the single-motor model, but it can still cover a very reasonable 253 miles on one charge. The top-of-the-line EQE 500 4Matic has 269 miles of range, which is slightly better than the less powerful dual-motor EQE 350 4Matic.

3. Two Years Complimentary Charging With Electrify America

Mercedes-Benz will include two years of free (30-minute) charging sessions with Electrify America, one of the largest charging networks in the US, with any new EQE SUV purchase. This should put new EV owners at ease since it makes public charging easier and enables owners to go on long road trips completely for free.

Free EV charging is a great perk to have, especially if you live in an area with a reliable network of chargers nearby.

4. Single- and Dual-Motor Options for More Versatility

Mercedes-Benz offers both dual-motor and single-motor options for its EQE SUV. Many people wonder if two motors are better than one, and the truth is, it depends on what you need your vehicle for.

The single-motor EQE 350+ is the most affordable option, and it also offers the most range. The dual-motor options are more expensive, and the range drops in both configurations in comparison to the single-motor model.

The dual-motor versions of the EQE offer the advantage of all-wheel drive (which makes the vehicle more capable in low-grip conditions) and more torque (which makes driving the EQE feel more effortless). The EQE 350+ has 417 lb-ft of torque, while the EQE 350 4Matic ups the torque to 564 lb-ft. The EQE 500 4Matic has the most torque of the bunch, 633 lb-ft, a big step up from the base model's torque figures.

If you really want AWD and added power, going for the dual-motor EQE SUV is a must.

5. One of the Best Luxury EV Interiors

Many people complain about Tesla's build quality and issues with fit and finish, so if you're looking for EVs that feel premium inside, you'll be pleased to know that the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has no such problems.

The interior is extremely upscale and modern, and the fit and finish are impeccable, as you'd expect from Mercedes-Benz. Surprisingly, the interior looks classier without the Hyperscreen. The standard portrait-oriented, centrally mounted infotainment screen looks very elegant, and the wood accents surrounding the smaller infotainment screen look straight out of a luxury boat.

If you go with the optional Hyperscreen (comprised of three screens under one giant pane of glass that create a massive 56-inch array), it's simply stunning and one of the coolest pieces of tech in the entire car industry. The inclusion of a driver's display in the non-Hyperscreen vehicle is also a welcome sight.

Mercedes-Benz does ambient lighting better than any other automaker, and it doesn't disappoint with the EQE SUV's interior, where you'll find some of the coolest ambient lighting you've ever seen.

There's also a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter to keep the cabin's air clean. The interior is so luxurious that Mercedes-Benz even developed a special aroma exclusive to the EQE SUV, which smells like hibiscus and lemongrass. It doesn't get any classier than that. Needless to say, the seats are also beautifully designed and supremely comfortable.

6. Awesome Ambient Lighting That You Can Personalize

When you unlock your EQE SUV, you're greeted by an awesome light show that projects the Mercedes-Benz EQ logo onto a nearby wall. You'll also be treated to enormous Mercedes-Benz logos projected onto the ground courtesy of the puddle lamps, and the door handles (which pop out) are backlit in a futuristic manner.

Once inside, you may be left in awe by the ambient lighting, which is initially white and then turns green when you switch on the car. After the vehicle turns on, the light's color switches back to the color you've chosen in your ambient lighting settings, and you can even get really adventurous with multicolor lighting choices that can help complement your mood.

Mercedes-Benz's ambient lighting is head and shoulders above the competition at the moment.

7. Eight Wheel Choices for Added Personalization

Tesla needs to take notes on what Mercedes is doing when it comes to personalization and options for its customers. If you're in the market for a Model X, you're limited to two-wheel choices. The EQE offers eight wheel choices! No, that's not a typo.

There are wheel choices ranging from 19 inches all the way to 21 inches. There's even the option to go with AMG wheels, which add a touch of sportiness to this otherwise executive-looking SUV.

The wheels feature aero covers, but they're some of the best-looking out there, and many people might confuse them for normal wheels because of how well executed the covers are.

Speaking of wheels, the EQE SUV offers rear-wheel steering, which can move the rear wheels up to 10 degrees. This feature greatly reduces the EQE SUV's turning radius, which is a welcome bonus in a large SUV like this because it helps the vehicle feel more maneuverable.

8. Digital Light Headlights Offer a Unique Experience

The Digital Light option on the EQE SUV's headlights offers innovative features like the ability to project warnings onto the pavement (in case you're about to run a stop sign) or greet you with an elaborate light show that's unlike anything any other car offers.

Digital Light also distributes light exactly where it needs to go on the road without blinding oncoming traffic, courtesy of the matrix LED headlights (with many individually controlled pixels) that can digitally control where light should be directed.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Is a Great Package

The Mercedes-Benz EQE might not be the best SUV at any one thing, but it's definitely great at most things. This balance (along with its best-in-class interior) really helps this luxurious SUV stand out in a crowded segment filled with some of the best electric SUVs.

The EQE SUV is a great SUV if you're a loyal Mercedes-Benz customer, but you don't need an enormous SUV like the EQS SUV for your daily driving needs. In a market filled with excellent tall EVs, you really can't go wrong with the EQE SUV and its impressive blend of qualities.