Mercedes has revealed a new Mercedes-AMG EQE 43 4MATIC and EQE 53 4MATIC+ with battery-electric drive.
Both new Mercedes-AMG EQE models offer a performance-oriented drive concept with two electric motors.
The powerful electric drivetrain (eATS), with a motor on each of the axles, also offers fully variable all-wheel drive, which optimally transmits the drive power to the asphalt under all driving conditions.
The power spectrum ranges from 350 kW (476 hp) in the EQE 43 4MATIC to 505 kW (687 hp) in the EQE 53 4MATIC+ with optional AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package and boost function. The maximum torque ranges from 858 to 1000 Nm.
“With two new models, we are expanding our range with purely electrically powered performance vehicles and are thus addressing additional target groups. The EQE 43 4MATIC is the entry-level model for electric Driving Performance from Mercedes-AMG,” says Philipp Schiemer, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
“The EQE 53 4MATIC+, on the other hand, focuses on even more sportiness and greater driving dynamics. And that’s not the end of our Future of Driving Performance: After performance hybrids and all-electric AMG derivatives based on EVA2, stand-alone AMG electric vehicles will follow in the not too distant future. These are based on AMG.EA, our new, completely in-house-developed platform.”
Mercedes-AMG EQE 43 4MATIC (combined electrical consumption (WLTP): 22.5–19.7 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions (WLTP): 0 g/km; Electrical range (WLTP): 462–533 km); exterior: MANUFAKTUR hyacinth red; interior: AMG nappa leather black;Combined electrical consumption (WLTP): 22.5–19.7 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions (WLTP): 0 g/km; Electrical range (WLTP): 462–533 km
New battery generation with a capacity of 90.6 kWh
The new Mercedes-AMG EQE models are equipped with a powerful 328-volt high-performance drive battery manufactured using the latest lithium-ion technology. It has a usable energy content of 90.6 kWh and consists of ten modules with a total of 360 pouch cells.
The battery management system in the EQE 53 is also tuned specifically for AMG. In the Sport and Sport+ drive programmes the focus is on performance, in the Comfort drive program the focus is on operating range.
The battery generation is characterised by a high energy density and has a high charging capacity. Another new feature is the possibility to install updates for the battery management system over-the-air for continuous improvements over the life cycle.
The EQE 53 4MATIC+ also features an AMG-specific wiring harness adapted to the higher performance capability. A major advance in sustainability has been achieved in the cell chemistry: the cobalt content is reduced to ten percent. The optimised active material consists of nickel, cobalt and manganese in a ratio of 8:1:1.
Another advantage of the new battery generation is the short charging times. The energy storage system can charge with up to 170 kW at fast charging stations with direct current. In this case, electricity for 180 kilometres (WLTP) can be recharged in just 15 minute.
The battery also stands out for its durability. The ECO Charging function makes a significant contribution to this: the intelligent control reduces the battery load during charging, and thus slows down the natural ageing process of the battery.
Customers can also benefit from “charging interruption” function: the charging process can be paused at freely selectable times so as to use cheaper off-peak electricity at a later time, for example. The battery certificate stands for the long service life of the high-voltage batteries. It is valid for up to ten years or up to 250,000 kilometres.
