dtd

Hi every body, Is there any review for the EQE sedan out there?

sno

google is your best friend

There are hundreds of reviews on the EQE...

pjw1967

Just watched a review on Motorweek. They were pleased.

dtd

O.K I will check it out. What I need to know from the unbiased review, such as Motor week or Consumer Reports.

bytemaster0

So far this review: https://techcrunch.com/2023/02/10/th...humdrum-shell/ seems to track well with my impressions of and experiences with the car. The looks have grown on me somewhat, but it's not a very memorable design. Apart from that, the car is super solid and feels like an MB should. I currently have a W213, a W166 and a W124 (a project car I'm restoring). There have been many changes over the years, some good, some not so good. However, under all of it is still some very solid engineering and a "best or nothing" approach to it. I agree with most reviews that the EQE350V4 seems somewhat underpowered above 35MPH (acceleration fades away as RPMs increase), the lower horsepower figures are definitely to blame. However, it's more than enough power for almost any circumstance, and there's always room for the "acceleration enhancement" package to bring it more up to par with other EVs. I'm betting the power management is more the bottleneck than the motors themselves, and there's probably some headroom there to be had. All that said, I can bet that the battery and powertrain on an EQE will long outlast its competitors because MB is not apt to let the components run to the edge of extinction for a few laughs. The drives I've done with it have been super impressive, and the way they package the extra weight is extraordinary. I'm not a huge fan of the extra 1500 lbs from a base W213, but it's very well balanced. It may lack a bit of character, but it's probably one of the best overall packages for driving comfort and safety. There have even been major gains in how Distronic runs, it was very solid when I tested it, and lane centering is in another league. Sure, it won't claim to navigate city streets autonomously, but it also won't launch itself at pedestrians and inanimate objects. Play it safe, prioritize safety, and do it very well. Overall, very solid car and one that should stay so for a long while to come.

Ormond2004

Here’s the

tbirdvet

Many on YouTube

sno

I will give you my honest review of my EQE 350 now that I have been driving it for two full months and have 3K miles on it... and yes I use it to commute to and from work everyday 100 miles daily.

My trips are all on the interstate. in the mornings there is no traffic so I travel between 85 to 95 MPH in the late afternoon its all 55 to 65 MPH in stop and go.

YTD average consumption is 3.1 mpkWh not too bad considering I'm not driving 70 mph

Overall I'm pleased with the car, its ok. Fit and finish so far are still great no funny noises no visits to the dealer. Only one error that left me stopped at the light but it started after a couple of restart attempts.

Overall driving impression well lets just say a little underwhelming. This car has a few things that bug me but may not be an issue to others...

First one is it handles like a tank.... plain and simple. In a straight line its great, head into a curve and it wants to push the front end. Of course its the weight and its no better in sport mode. This car needs better suspension ASAP. I never expected it to drive like my C63 but at least on the same level as my moms C300. LOL

Second, the brakes work I guess ok but I find the ABS kicking in a lot of the time in dry conditions. I'm not sure if is due to the crappy Bridgestone tires that might be hard as stones or maybe it is just once again shear weight and physics. It happens heading into turns and at time trail braking through them. Straight line is ok but you need space to stop.

Power delivery is ok but its underwhelming at best.

There are positives given the way I drive it, I'm getting a decent amount of miles between charges. I'm glad that part was as advertised. It was the main reason I did not opt for the AMG, I did not want to have to charge daily.
The AC works like a champ in the Florida heat, funny thing it works better than our EQS SUV, which I find has a very hard time keeping the car cool in 90 degree Florida weather. Not to happy about that.
The size of the car I think is perfect, I test drove the EQS sedan and found it to be too large for my taste. The size gets in and out of traffic pretty easy. Now if it only had more get up and go... LOL

So at 3k miles and 2 months if someone asks me would I get another? I would say naw I'll pass. Like I said this EV is pretty good but at its price point you would expect better. As an example the (which I test drove) BMW I4 M50 is about the same price as my EQE and it drives and handles way better, where I dink the I4 is on the interior. Its cheap looking and the display just looks like a second thought addition. So I guess its give and take... I spend a lot of time behind the wheel. Maybe the 4matic may have better power delivery behavior's but the brakes and suspension are still the same...

ScottC2

Does your 350 have the Airmatic suspension? If not, I wonder if the Airmatic would have been capable of bringing the suspension up to your expectations??

dtd

Thanks @sno. I've been thinking about getting it, since I already have the C300 and like it a lot. I recently bought the VW ID.4 for my son. It drives well and no issue so far. I look forward to another EV car. I think MB EQE is over priced , so I would wait for the VW ID.7 to see .

sno

yes sir it has.

bytemaster0

This review: https://www.thedrive.com/car-reviews...ns-impressions also matches very well with my experience testing two different units.

taphil

It's DOA. Priced like a well optioned E53, more than a Tesla and with less range.

j21m

Thanks for the honest review...Hmm...I ordered a Tesla Y Long Range and was offered a great deal on an EQE..I already put in the Tesla Level 2 charger, so, thinking seriously about switching to an EQE I called the Mercedes EQ/Maybach hotline and asked them if I could use this charger (I know you can with the J1772 adapter) and they flat out rudely told me that if I did that it would void the warranty!!! Could this be true???'

Would you stay with the Tesla order??

bytemaster0

First off, sorry they were rude to you on the phone, many of these companies are still figuring things out with respect to compatibility. The Tesla charger will be just fine with an EQE, and it won't void your warranty. Though Tesla does have the creds of being an industry disruptor, and does have some good innovations, I personally feel the EQE is a better car on the whole, and if you got a good deal, go for it! Wallboxes are dumb pieces of equipment, they'll charge anything. All that happens is a relay switches on that connects the onboard vehicle charger to your mains.

dtd

You get a good deal for the EQE? Do you mean they sell it at MSRP? I'm curious, because in the Bay Area , most dealers sell at least $5K over MSRP.

bytemaster0

You can get below MSRP depending on your dealer. Bay Area is likely a completely different story.

dtd

I really like the EQE, especially the interior layout. However, the car is so expensive, I wonder why paying $80K for 300 mile range. At that price, the car should have at least 400 mile range. That's why I am waiting for the VW ID.7 , which would sell around $45K - $50K.

nosnoop

You can safely ignore what they said - did they mean using public charger would void the warranty? The one you talked to was clueless.

Tesla Model Y cannot be compared with EQE.
Tesla was designed to be built as cheap and as fast as possible, and it shows. It's noisy and the suspension is very harsh - perhaps one of the most uncomfortable car I have sat in, especially for rear passenger.
Tesla's fans usually claim efficiency and range - and there's a reason for that. Tesla paid very little attention to driving dynamics, ride comfort, noise and refinement. It takes a lot of weight to make a quiet and refined car.
EQE is a very refined car, along with Mercedes' tradition.

If you just want a mobility appliance, Tesla is an option.
But if you want a luxury sedan, you can't go wrong with the EQE.

nosnoop

Do you do a lot of road trips?
You may wait for the updated EQE with the disconnect unit and heat pump which should improve the range.

And you are not just paying for the range. Mercedes is a lot more luxurious than VW. The software, UI and driving experience is also a step above VW.
Obviously, you should gauge what you want vs your budget.
There is very little details on the ID.7, we don't even know the battery size or real range - those "up to" range claims are worthless.

Ormond2004

They newer Y has a softer suspension and handles fairly well. It’s not as luxurious as a EQE, but it’s less expensive.

if you have a Tesla wall charger, you would need the proper adapter to charge the EQE.

W205C43PFL

Like others mentioned you are not just getting range with that price you are also getting MB's tech, interior, use of materials, drive and engineering, creature comforts and I guess the badge. Volkswagen is a main-stream brand, I guess pricing wise it is fair to compare Audi to Mercedes as they are both "premium/luxury" brands to start. Of course though, if you don't care about the badge at least wait for more reviews on the ID.7 before making a decision you could also consider Korean brands like Kia and Hyundai, or Japanese like Nissan they all make electric vehicles now.

Mikey53

Test drove an EQE 500 today even though I’m not in the market. Just something to do after golf on a lovely Saturday . Very impressed with how it drove and the fit and finish. Not in love with the exterior styling.

Salesperson said they had a $7500 rebate and free, installed Level 2 home charger.

nosnoop

The so called "comfort" suspension of the new Y is not much of an improvement, and still very harsh when compared with European premium brands.
Not only the lack of luxurious interior, even the tech is lacking. No HUD, no instrument panel, no CarPlay, and primitive ambient lighting when compared with EQE...
And even basic equipment that you would expect in car costing much less is absent like a proper rain sensor, radar for dynamic cruise control and ultrasonic parking sensors (camera based system cannot match radar and ultrasonic performance in the foreseeable future).

dtd

My budget is $50K max ( tax not included). The range I want is at least 380 miles, the more the merrier. I think the efficiency is important. It should be more than 3mile/kwh. I don't need auto pilot or fancy things. Well, it is just my wish. LOL.