2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan Review: E For Electric

Mercedes has focused on all-electric products in the last while, and despite mixed feelings about cars like the EQS from fans, it's also given us the new EQE. The EQE Sedan is the follow-up to the full-size EQS, showing off similar styling and a choice of one or two motors, topping out at 402 horsepower and 633 lb-ft of torque. In its most efficient guise, it can travel up to 305 miles on a charge, and its standard specification is very impressive, as one would expect from the German powerhouse. But is the Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan up to par with the already-established Audi e-Tron GT or Porsche Taycan? With long-standing segment leaders like the Tesla Model S and newcomers like the Lucid Air to contend with, the EQE will need to step up to the plate.

What's the Price of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan?

With an MSRP of $74,900, the new Mercedes-Benz EQE has a competitively price for this burgeoning segment. Of course, this only gets you the base-model 350+. If you want all-wheel drive, you have to upgrade to at least the 350 4Matic, which sells for $77,900. The top-tier 500 4Matic will cost you $85,900. Each model can be improved upon with the Exclusive trim ($2,100) or the Pinnacle trim ($5,600). These prices do not account for the $1,150 destination charge.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan Handling and Driving Impressions

Now that we have gone fully electric, swiftness and silence are the new norm. The 2023 EQE Sedan is just as cosseted and comfortable as its larger sibling, and it has access to an impressive amount of power when equipped with the 500 4Matic's dual motors. The available air suspension further smooths out the ride, and the new architecture of the EQ line seems particularly adept at handling bumps and jostling in the road.

As for the way the car handles, it may not be as sporty as many of its competitors, but it is quick and powerful. The EQE is more agile than the EQS, but the steering is rather numb, and the inconsistent brake pedal does not inspire much confidence. Luckily, the regenerative braking is very well calibrated and can handle slowing down the car well enough on its own. The EQE is by no means a sports sedan but rather a quick and comfy executive.

Verdict: Is The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan A Good Car?

The main hurdle buyers will need to overcome is the strange styling of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan, which is a significant departure from the rest of the brand's lineup. However, the DNA that we have come to love is definitely there, under the skin. The cabin is gorgeous, trimmed in the richest materials, and appointed with all the latest tech. In fact, there might be a bit too much of the latter, as the infotainment and driver-assistance features can sometimes be difficult to manage. It also isn't particularly fun to drive, but that isn't what a Mercedes is meant for. Instead, it is effortless and remarkably comfortable, especially when equipped with the air suspension. It really does feel like a smaller EQS, which already puts it ahead of anything Tesla can offer in terms of luxury, and it is cheaper than the Lucid Air, though both rivals have it handily beaten in terms of range. In review, the Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan has a lot to recommend it, but the EV market in the USA is heating up, and with the German brands already being a bit late to the game, they may have to step up their game in key areas like efficiency to win over some shoppers. But for those who value luxury and comfort, the latest offering from Merc may just scratch that itch.

What 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan Model Should I Buy?

While the EQE 500 4Matic is significantly more powerful than its lesser siblings in the lineup, the EQE isn't equipped to harness that power to full effect. In fact, both the 350 and 500 4Matic models make some hard-to-swallow sacrifices in terms of range to give you more power and all-wheel drive traction, so unless you really need the latter, we suggest sticking with the plain, old 350+. Though calling it plain is not really accurate, considering how much tech it comes with as standard. Also, the money you save by sticking with this model can be put to use upgrading to one of the more luxurious sub-trims, such as the Pinnacle, which includes heated and ventilated front seats, quad-zone climate control, advanced safety features, and a head-up display.