Mercedes-Benz has not too long ago introduced the native line-up and specs of its upcoming EQE electrical sedan, which can attain South African shores within the subsequent few months. Right here’s what we all know to this point.
Following the profitable introduction of the EQA, EQB, EQC and EQS final yr, the EQE would be the fifth Mercedes-EQ mannequin to be launched in South Africa. The EQ variants are slowly rising, bringing an all-new driving expertise and a forward-looking type of mobility that’s paying homage to the pioneering achievements courting again 130 years in the past.
In comparison with the posh liner EQS, the brand new addition to the household is much more streamlined with a barely shorter wheelbase, shorter overhangs and extra recessed flanks, carrying the idea of the enterprise saloon into the longer term. Sensual purity is mirrored generously on the surfaces, lowered joints and a seamless design can also be displayed. The overhangs and the entrance finish are stored brief, the rear offers the dynamic accent with a pointy rear spoiler. Flush with the outer fringe of the physique, the 19 to 21-inch wheels, along with a pronounced muscular shoulder part, give the EQE an athletic character.
The native EQE mannequin vary initially includes two variants, the EQE 350+ and the AMG EQE 43 4MATIC. The entry-level EQE 350+ will likely be powered by a single, rear-mounted electrical motor that generates 215 kW of energy and 565 N.m of torque permitting it to dash from 0-100 km/h in 6,4 seconds. The AMG model then again will recieve a entrance and rear axle battery permitting it to provide a complete output of 350 kW of energy and 858 N.m of torque. The AMG model will dash from a lifeless cease to 100 km/h in simply 4,2 seconds. Each fashions of the EQE have a most pace of 210 km/h and driving vary of as much as 645 km on the bottom mannequin and 535 km on the AMG mannequin.
Extra particulars on the native Mercedes-EQE vary will likely be introduced later this month. Later this yr, Mercedes-Benz Automobiles South Africa may even introduce the EQE SUV and EQS SUV, bringing the native battery EV mannequin vary to a complete of seven, probably the most intensive and various supplied by any producer.
