The Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 AMG: An irrationally nice experience
The IndependentStay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The simplest way to understand the Mercedes-Benz EQE is as the all-electric battery powered counterpart to the traditional E-Class saloon. open image in gallery This model has a 90kWh battery and is about as efficient/economical as something like a Kia EV6 If the E-Class was the default choice of transport for the traditionally-minded bourgeoisie of the world, then the EQE is a natural successor, if a little odd-looking. THE SPEC Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 AMG Line Premium Plus Price: £41,375 Drivetrain: Single electric motor, powered by 89kWh battery pack Power: 241hp Top speed: 130mph 0-60mph: 7.3secs Fuel economy: 231kW/hr CO2 emissions: 0 You do get a bit spoiled when driving the latest generation of battery electric vehicles, so you need to remind yourself what a remarkable achievement something like the EQE really is. It’s got a fairly chunky 90kWh battery, and it’s about as efficient/economical as something like a Kia EV6, and almost all the technology is usable and friendly.