The 2023 Mercedes-AMG EQE sedan was announced on Tuesday as the second production all-electric model from Mercedes-Benz’s AMG performance division.
AMG has launched a sportier version by Mercedes-Benz EQSso now it’s transitioning to the smaller EQE sedan, which will debut this spring as a 2023 model. The AMG version, officially called the Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic+, will come out. due early next year, also the 2023 model.
EQE not much smaller than EQS—And the fundamental difference might be that it’s a sedan with a trunk, not a hatchback.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE
Using that platform as a starting point, AMG added a dual-motor powertrain that delivers 617 hp and 701 pound-feet of torque at default and 677 hp and lb-ft of torque. 738 lb-ft using the boost mode included with the optional Dynamic Plus Package. An AMG EQE 43 tamer model will also be sold outside of the US, with 469 hp and 634 lb-ft of torque.
That power is generated by the AMG-exclusive permanently excited synchronous motor. The rear motor has a six-phase design (two windings with three phases each) and one winding pulled into the stator to increase the strength of the magnetic field, AMG claims.
Mercedes quotes 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 137 mph for the standard version and 0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 149 mph with Dynamic Plus Package.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE
Like the standard EQE, the AMG model has a 90.6 kWh battery pack, with 10 modules and 360 receptacles. Mercedes estimated a range of up to 250 miles during the European WLTP test cycle, but EPA estimates are not yet available. AMG EQE is equipped with DC fast charging with a capacity of up to 170 kw.
An AMG-specific battery management system is fitted to the various driving modes, maintaining range at Comfort or emphasizing performance in Sport and Sport+ modes. The battery management system can also receive over-the-air updates.
AMG also tweaked the all-wheel drive system and adaptive air suspension, including using stiffer bearings to connect the rear axle to the bodywork to increase structural rigidity. The AMG EQE is also available with carbon-ceramic brakes, which work in conjunction with regenerative braking, which AMG claims allows for single-pedal driving.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE
Exterior styling changes include a new front fender and some black trim, while the interior features a signature AMG steering wheel, pedals, drive selector, door sills and carpeting. floor. A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen are standard, but the AMG EQE can also be fitted with a large 56-inch Hyperscreen display.
AMG previously entered the electric vehicle space with the limited-production SLS AMG Electric Drive sports car, but after years of dismissing questions about Tesla as a performance threat, the AMG EQE and AMG The EQE represents the first serious efforts of the Mercedes performance division at mass production of electric vehicles. AMG has developed its own plug-in hybrid system emphasizing performance across the plug-in range.
In addition to AMG, Mercedes has emphasized that efficiency will play an important role in its EV future. The 621-mile Vision EQXX concept introduced earlier this year combines many tips to increase efficiency will be applied to electric vehicles produced in the future.
