Today, we’ve got something very special for you.
When it comes to all-electric business-saloons, the EQE is going to be hard to beat.
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Welcome to beautiful Spain.
My name is Amanda Stretton, and today, we’ve got something very special for you.
So, join me as I get to spend the day with the new EQE by Mercedes-EQ.
The EQE is the latest all-electric business saloon by Mercedes-EQ.
With its cutting-edge exterior design and truly pioneering levels of engineering,
it carries the concept of the business saloon well into the future.
I’m looking forward to spending the day with this forward-looking and thoroughly contemporary car.
So, let’s see what the EQE can do.
In this video, we’ll be exploring its sporty exterior design,
amazing MBUX Infotainment system,
all-electric driving experience,
interior luxury,
on-board safety and assistance systems,
and the world of Mercedes me and charging.
We’re going to head out to the city now, and see how this futuristic, all-electric saloon performs on some twisting country roads.
So, let’s get started, or you can skip straight to the chapter that interests you most, by clicking on the timeline below.
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Like its larger sibling, the EQS, the new EQE is built on a new architecture developed specifically for electric vehicles.
At the front, there is this distinctive Mercedes-EQ face,
defined by the black-panel grille with the Mercedes-Benz pattern.
And when it comes to its shape, the EQE benefits from what Mercedes-Benz call the “one-bow design”
– this coupé-like silhouette that flows smoothly from the front to the rear.
This results in a car that looks sleek and remarkably sporty,
and, of course very futuristic.
At the back, there is this light band
– its another feature that clearly marks this as a Mercedes-EQ car.
And I love this curved, three-dimensional Helix design –
it’s another really sophisticated touch.
These AMG line details,
like the front splitter and the rear apron, just add to this car’s sporty demeanor.
Combined with the Night Package, the EQE really does have a bolt and striking appearance.
The EQE also comes with the 21-inch, multi-spoke alloy wheels.
They really fill the wheel arch and they give the car purpose and stance on the road.
The new EQE clearly bears all the hallmarks of the Mercedes-EQ family,
focussing on digital luxury, intelligence, and ultimately ease of use.
The Mercedes-Benz User Experience Infotainment System, or MBUX for short, is, in my eyes, the best operating system that you can find in a car.
So, let’s get into the details.
This striking MBUX Hyperscreen that stretches from pillar to pillar really is the focal point of the EQE’s brand new cockpit.
The Hyperscreen’s three displays, which are bonded together under a single piece of safety glass,
seemingly merge into each other to give the appearance of one single screen.
It really does look like something out of a spaceship.
First, there is the instrument cluster.
Then, there is the central display.
And finally, a passenger display over there.
Mercedes-Benz calls the latest evolution of the MBUX the Zero Layer.
And it uses artificial intelligence to proactively display the right function at the right time for the user.
Now, this is pretty amazing:
Essentially, the system learns your habits and brings up required information before you even ask for it.
It feels like the car can almost read your mind.
So now, I don’t have to scroll through sub-menus to find the key applications that I’m looking for.
Now, that’s really useful.
There’s also a head-up display, which means that I can see essential information,
like current speed, directions and other important information right in front of me.
Another amazing feature in the EQE is navigation with Electric Intelligence.
This can plan the fastest and most convenient route to your destination,
while at the same time calculating necessary charging stops along the way.
The system even considers various factors, including the performance and availability of charging stations,
the weather, the local topography, and even your driving style, to plan your route as accurately as possible.
And not only that. The vehicle uses this information to perfectly prepare for the charging process,
by bringing your battery to the optimal temperature for fast charging.
And thanks to the MBUX Voice Assistant, I can find out vital information without having to take my hands off the wheel, or my eyes off the road.
Hey Mercedes!
How may I help you?
Do I have sufficient charge to get to Gerona?
Your battery is currently charged sufficiently to reach Gerona.
You will arrive with a battery level of approximately 67%.
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Hey Mercedes!
How can I help?
Start the ejector seat!
Okay, I will start the ejection seating.
Oh, stop, stop, stop!
Ten, nine...
Stop!
...eight. No, I’m just joking.
Okay, so I just had to give that a go, but the EQE prefers having a driver.
So, I’ve got something else I want to show you.
With MBUX Entertainment, I can stream my favorite tunes from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify or Tidal.
At the moment, Mercedes-Benz is the only car brand to offer this.
And with Spotify, I can even continue playing a song in the car, that I was previously listening to on my smartphone outside of the car.
Okay, let’s go find some great driving roads.
Mercedes-Benz have been producing premium business-saloons for decades,
and now they have taken this winning formula and brought it into the modern era,
with the EQE and a pure electric drivetrain.
Now, we all know the benefits of driving electric, but the first thing you notice, when you do, is just how quiet it is.
It’s so smooth and luxurious, and it definitely helps to take the stress out of everyday life.
The EQE 350+ offers up to 215 kW of power,
and, like every car in the Mercedes-EQ range, a truly thrilling driving experience.
Just like a number of other Mercedes-Benz cars, the EQE comes with the DYNAMIC SELECT menu.
Now, this allows you to change between four different driving modes – between Sport and Comfort.
It changes the car’s performance and handling capabilities to ensure that you always get the best-quality ride.
What impresses me is that the engineers have really focussed on the car’s driving acoustics and suspension.
The car feels incredibly manoeuvrable,
and, as well as the quietness, we’ve mentioned before,
it’s pretty much free of vibration, too.
Whilst all this technology is truly remarkable, what’s even more impressive is
that this EQE has a range of up to 654 kilometres on a single charge.
And that is incredible.
A key factor behind this range is the efficient drive system with recuperation.
Here, the battery is charged by converting the rotary motion into electrical energy during braking.
The driver can select the level of deceleration in three stages via shift pedals behind the steering wheel.
I have chosen D AUTO – the most efficient – which automatically adjusts the recuperation level to the current driving situation.
Whilst the EQE’s performance is addictive, the AIRMATIC air suspension means
that the ride is always comfortable and composed whatever the conditions may be.
Right, I think that’s enough talk. Let’s go now take a look at the car’s gorgeous interior.
The new MBUX Hyperscreen undoubtedly is the star of the show inside the new EQE, but the interior is just as impressive.
The entire cabin is designed to be an experience for all of your senses.
The material and the trim are beautifully made and of the highest quality.
And there is plenty of space for passengers in the new EQE as well.
I’ve got loads of room back here.
This particular EQE features the AMG Line interior with a number of sporty details I really love.
The seats have their own ambient lighting built in.
And just take a look at this elegant stitching. It really adds to the feel of quality.
The EQE’s huge panoramic roof gives the cabin a really spacious and airy feel,
and generally just makes it a nice place to be.
Another feature in the EQE is Active Ambient Light.
The system makes electric driving a visual experience as well as a moving one.
Light bands containing over one hundred LEDs stage multicoloured, fluid presentations,
depending on your mood or electric driving mode.
They even support the EQE’s driving assistance systems, by flashing up warning lights.
The EQE also offers a range of ENERGIZING COMFORT programmes to help with your wellbeing when you’re on the move.
You can add fragrance, music, and temperature to provide optimal levels of comfort to your drive,
by activating the programmes over MBUX.
Let me show you...
The EQE also has great in-car audio, featuring a premium Burmester sound system with 3D surround sound.
It’s got 15 speakers and an output of 710 Watts,
meaning your favourite music is going to sound absolutely fantastic.
And this incredible sound system also does something you’re unlikely to find in many other cars.
It comes with sound personalisation, which allows its sound processing to be calibrated to your individual sense of hearing.
Mercedes-Benz cars have always placed an emphasis on making life more comfortable, safer and easier for the drivers.
And the EQE is no exception.
The EQE is available with the Driving Assistance Plus Package,
which features a number of technologically advanced systems that are specifically designed to keep me safe on the road.
With the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, I can set a desired distance between my car and the car driving ahead of me.
And all of this can be maintained by the system.
An advanced technology that offers increased safety at night is DIGITAL LIGHT.
Thanks to a resolution of 1.3 million pixels on each side,
the EQE’s head lamps are constantly adjusting themselves in order to create optimal lighting conditions for every driving situation.
The light that both head lamps put out is as sharp and precise as an HD projector.
That’s pretty incredible!
And as if that’s not impressive enough,
The system can also project symbols, animations, and guidelines onto the road in front of you.
If parallel parking isn’t your forte, then worry not,
as the EQE comes equipped with Active Parking Assist.
As well as finding your parking space,
this very cool system can also assist you when it comes to reversing into a parking space,
lending a helping hand when it comes to steering,
accelerating, braking, and changing gear.
Wow, that is so clever. It takes a bit of getting used to, but it is incredibly useful.
Now, we’re going to look at some more aspects of the EQE.
Namely, the digital world of Mercedes me, and the amazingly straight-forward charging process. Let’s go!
Mercedes me is the digital world around your Mercedes-Benz,
and of course the new EQE comes with all of these impressive systems,
connected technological functions, including the ability to really personalise it.
As well as providing easy access to a portfolio of services specific to Mercedes-EQ electric vehicles,
Mercedes me also lets you personalise certain aspects of your EQE ownership experience.
And this is a really cool feature when another family member uses the car and has to change the seat:
Hey Mercedes!
How may I help you?
Load my personal profile!
Alright, your profile is loading.
And if you’re just after a little bit of fun, you can now play a great range of mini games from both of the front seats.
And don’t tell anyone, but I’m just addicted to Shuffle Puck.
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And here is the most helpful aspect of Mercedes me:
the charging process of the new EQE has been made as simple and as straightforward as possible.
With Mercedes me Charge, I have easy access to one of the world’s biggest charging networks,
including the high-performance charging stations of the IONITY network.
Here, EQE customers benefit from discounted charging rates via Mercedes me Charge, for the first year of ownership.
By using the new filtering function in the Mercedes me App,
I can find charging stations that suit my personal needs wherever I happen to be on my journey,
whether I’m driving on the highway, or taking a rest at a parking lot.
And the same functionality is also available within the MBUX.
Green Charging is also included in Mercedes me Charge, and this charge really is green.
Mercedes-Benz ensures that electricity from renewable sources will subsequently be fed back into the grid, for all quantities charged via Mercedes me Charge.
You can find Plug & Charge-capable charging stations via the filtering function I mentioned earlier.
Using Plug & Charge is an easy option for authentication with Mercedes me Charge,
if you prefer not to use the App, the MBUX, or the Mercedes me charging card.
Your MBUX will recognise when you approach one, and let you know.
With Plug & Charge, authentication is carried out via the charging cable,
meaning you just have to plug in and then everything starts automatically.
Simple!
Now, if you want to charge your car at home, over night for example,
then you can always use the convenient Mercedes-Benz Wallbox, which features design cues that follow the Mercedes-EQ signature look.
You can also control the Wallbox through the Mercedes me App,
for a seamless and convenient home-charging experience.
The EQE’s Eco Coach App teaches me all about the electric capabilities of the car,
as well as giving me tipps on how to optimise my driving style to be even more sustainable.
The app has a really cool gamification aspect to it as well.
You can take part in challenges, or solve a series of tasks.
You can even compare your driving with other users and check out your ranking within the challenge.
Hey Mercedes!
How may I help you?
Open my garage door!
Sure, I’ll open the garage door.
Without doubt, this is my favourite feature in the Mercedes me Voice Assistant:
Smart Home integration.
And I can even use this when I’m far away from home.
Well, sadly, this brings my day with the brand new EQE to a close.
I’ve just loved spending time in its luxurious, high-tech, and spacious interior,
and I’m not going to forget the thrilling driving experience any time soon either.
When it comes to all-electric business saloons, the EQE is going to be hard to beat.
I may be missing it already.
So now I’d really like to know what you like most about the new EQE.
Please leave a note in the comments below, or you can tell me what car you would like me to test next.
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