2025 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-EQ EQE

Two years into its existence, the EQE sedan remains a strong choice in the ever-changing world of electric vehicles (EVs). We like the silent progress and the smooth suspension, the high-quality materials and the high tech, the spacious interior and the prestigious exterior. It’s one of our highest-rated luxury electric cars.

The usual Mercedes-Benz approach is to give its midsize sedan a name involving the letter E. That’s how it is with the regular E-Class as well as this EQE sedan (the EQ part applies to Mercedes-Benz’s electric vehicles). However, each car is based on its own platform. Unsurprisingly, this one has been developed specifically for electric power.

We’ve logged hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of luxury electric cars, including the Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan.

Mercedes-Benz has changed the battery in two of the three EQE sedan variants. The most affordable version, the rear-drive EQE 350+, improves its maximum range to 308 miles. The company has also upgraded the regenerative braking software for what it calls an “improved driving experience.”

All EQE sedans gain a standard center airbag between the front seats, plus upgraded rear seating with extra cushioning, along with adjustments to the backrests and the headrests. Cushions for those headrests become optional (they were standard). Natural Yacht-Design Walnut trim replaces Norway Maple, and soft-closing doors join the options list. The optional multi-contour front seats receive headrest pillows.

Even though the EQE 350 4Matic sells relatively well, we recommend going for the similarly popular EQE 350+ with its newer battery and better range.

Other all-electric midsize luxury sedans to consider include the Audi A6 e-tron, BMW i5, Genesis Electrified G80, Lucid Air, and the Porsche Taycan. The BMW starts below the EQE, the Porsche begins much higher. The rest are in the same kind of ballpark as the EQE.

Before buying a new EQE electric luxury sedan, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should be paying. We expect the EQE sedan’s resale values to be above average — in common with other electric Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

The EQE 350 4Matic is a popular choice and its two electric motors make a total of 288 horsepower, the same as the 350+ and its single motor. The difference is in torque — the 350 4Matic makes 564 lb-ft, a substantial amount more than the 417 lb-ft in the 350+. Torque creates thrust, which sends the EQE 350 4Matic from standstill to 60 mph in exactly six seconds. Not bad, but not brilliant. For comparison, the 335-horsepower BMW i5 eDrive40 is quicker by 0.3 of a second, and the 365-horsepower Genesis Electrified G80 is almost two seconds faster than the Mercedes.

Nevertheless, we always like luxuriating in the smooth ride of Mercedes-Benz cars, and often marvel at how utterly unflustered they can be. The EQE sedan certainly feels this way. And electric power complements the calmness perfectly, thanks to its virtually silent operation. The floor-mounted battery, meanwhile, helps create a low center of gravity, resulting in a pleasant amount of agility and plenty of stability. Optional rear-wheel steering enhances that stability on the highway, adds greater poise on twisting roads, and brings the tight turning radius of a much smaller car — which is a boon around town.

The EQE 500 4Matic enjoys 402 horsepower and hits 60 mph in a wonderfully brisk 4.5 seconds. The high-performance AMG EQE 4Matic+ sedan has its own review. So does the combustion-powered regular E-Class. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV (yes, we think it’s unnecessarily confusing too) is also reviewed separately.

It’s difficult to know whether to go ooh or ahh first. The oohs are for the gadgets, like the full-width Hyperscreen. The ahhs happen when you settle into the supremely comfortable seats and run a hand over the fine cabin materials. We also like the overall interior design — modern yet welcoming.

There’s more space in here than the already roomy E-Class. And with no transmission tunnel encroaching on the floor area, rear passengers have plenty of leeway to stretch out. Just be sure to bend down a little more than usual when climbing in, because the roofline swoops down quite markedly.

Unlike the larger EQS sedan, which has a hatchback like the Porsche Panamera, this EQE employs a conventional trunk. At 11 cubic feet, it’s on the small side. If this is important, the BMW i5’s trunk area is 17.3 cubic feet.

About three inches longer than the E-Class, the EQE electric sedan follows a design language similar to the EQS flagship model. It’s still unmistakably a Mercedes-Benz — thanks to the usual understated elegance — but also has a more aerodynamic, more futuristic look than an E-Class. A new 20-inch alloy wheel design is added for 2025.

There’s no storage area under the hood, like a lot of electric vehicles. In fact, Mercedes-Benz doesn’t actually want its clients rummaging around under there. To top up the windshield washer fluid, there’s a pop-out nozzle on the driver’s-side front fender.

Burmester audio
This high-quality surround-sound system is standard in every new EQE sedan. It’s one of our favorite systems and includes the immersive Dolby Atmos technology.

Biometric authentication
Owners can store up to seven separate user profiles, each activated by a fingerprint reader. It’s gimmicky, sure, but we also think it’s cool and science-fiction-esque.

Panoramic sunroof
A panoramic sunroof is standard with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan. This contributes to the spacious cabin’s airy ambiance.

Hyperscreen
The high-resolution Hyperscreen dash (optional in the lower trims, standard higher up) features three screens under one 56-inch curved glass surface — a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a massive 17.7-inch central OLED touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch display for the front passenger.

Augmented reality
We think this optional feature is particularly cool. Street names and direction arrows are superimposed on the navigation display over real-time video of the road. It adds confidence and convenience when trying to reach a destination.

Driver Assistance package
We find this options bundle easy to recommend. It adds an array of driver assistance and safety tech features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and evasive steering assistance. It can also bring the EQE to a safe stop if the driver becomes incapacitated.

Mercedes-Benz has updated the battery in the E 350+ and E 500 4Matic. Why it didn’t do the same for the popular E 350 4Matic is anyone’s guess. In those two instances, capacity increases from 90.6 kWh to 96 kWh. The E 350 4Matic retains the 90.6 kWh battery. This has resulted in a greater range for the E 350+, from 298 miles to 308. For reference, the base BMW i5 eDrive40 is capable of 295 miles.

There’s been some adjusting of range figures for the other two. Last year, they were both rated at 298 miles. This year, they each have a range of 267 miles.

The EQE’s batteries are among the more capacious of the class and take about half an hour to go from 10% capacity to 80% using a DC fast charger. That’s similar to the BMW i5.

4-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

Mercedes-Benz has new-car and powertrain warranties of four years or 50,000 miles, whichever happens first. These terms are typical in the luxury sector. The EQE’s battery is covered for 10 years or 155,000 miles, which is more generous than usual.

Safety Ratings

The Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan hasn’t been crash-tested by any agencies in the United States, but it did earn a maximum five stars overall from a similar program across the Atlantic: Euro NCAP.