Used Mercedes-Benz EQE for sale: everything you need to know

The Mercedes-Benz EQE is effectively the brand’s all-electric E-Class alternative, much as the EQS is to the S-Class luxury saloon. It arrived in 2022 and boasts a high level of technology and equipment, and some impressive range numbers.

Whether you’ll get on with the slick, aerodynamic styling is a matter of taste, but the EQE has a wow factor to its cabin and a relaxed feel that makes longer trips a breeze. Some of its rivals are more involving to drive though, and space in the back of the EQE isn’t quite as open and airy as it is in the front.

The EQE arguably has a tougher job than the larger EQS, as competition includes cars like the BMW i5, Audi e-Tron GT, Porsche Taycan, and the Tesla Model S. All are very impressive vehicles in their own right - but brand matters a great deal at this level in the market, and for some only the three-pointed star will do.

Should you buy a Mercedes-Benz EQE?

The EQE should suit buyers looking for a luxurious electric car who don’t need the space - or don’t want to face the expense - of the larger, S-Class sized EQS. Much like the brand’s combustion models, the EQE takes a more relaxed view on life than some of its sportier rivals, and this focus on comfort and luxury is one of the car’s real strengths.

The exterior won’t be to all tastes but the striking, high-quality interior is much easier to appreciate, and some versions even have Mercedes’ enormous Hyperscreen setup, which has a real wow factor. It’s a better place to be in the front than it is in the rear, which can feel a little cramped, but otherwise it’s serene and comfortable.

That’d be wasted if the EQE didn’t also have a suitable range, but the most efficient models have a claimed range of up to 380 miles. It’ll do less in the real world of course, but high 200s and low 300s are still feasible, and a standard heat pump should help you save energy in colder weather too.

The EQE can feel quite large on the road (and at more than 4.9 metres long, it’s certainly not small), but AMG Line Premium Plus models and up get four-wheel steering, which helps make the car more agile on country lanes or in town. The full AMG model meanwhile has truly rapid performance, and a sizeable price tag to go with it.

It may not have the prestige but the Tesla Model S is one EQE rival that’s impossible to ignore. More recent models have been left-hand drive only but right-hand drive cars are plentiful, and they match high performance with the convenience of the brand’s Supercharger fast charging network. The Porsche Taycan and Audi e-Tron GT are the sporty pair in this class, while the recently introduced BMW i5 is well worth a look if you’re in the market for the EQE too.

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What’s the best used Mercedes-Benz EQE model to buy?

There’s a significant difference in performance between the regular EQE 300 and 350 models, and the range-topping AMG 53. Despite its power the AMG will never feel like a sports car to drive, so you’ll be buying it for its straight line speed, the prestige of the AMG badge, or perhaps because your neighbour has one of the quicker Tesla variants.

Most people though will be happy enough with the performance, and the range, of the 300 and 350. There’s no stand-out trim level in the range, but while we’d say the entry-level car has more than enough kit for most people, nobody is buying an EQE purely to save money, so one of the AMG Line variants will undoubtedly help the car feel more worth the outlay.

Used Mercedes-Benz EQE range and performance

• Mercedes-Benz EQE 300: A single rear-mounted 245PS electric motor powers the EQE 300, with an 89kWh battery supplying the energy. 0-62mph takes 7.3 seconds and range is quoted at 336-380 miles. A 10-80% top up at a 170kW fast charger could take as little as half an hour.
• Mercedes-Benz EQE 350: The 350 also gets a single rear motor, this time making 292PS and reducing the 0-62mph time to 6.4 seconds. The extra power doesn’t hit range too hard, at 336-376 miles, and fast charging speed is the same too.
• Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic+: AMG models get front and rear motors for all wheel drive, and a combined 625PS. 0-62mph is a supercar-like 3.5 seconds, while a 91kWh battery pack provides 279-291 miles of range.

What used Mercedes-Benz EQE trim levels are available?

Mercedes has wasted no time in offering plenty of trim levels with the EQE, so as well as five main line trim levels there are another three just for the AMG EQE 53. The full equipment list for each would be far too long to cover here so we’ve summarised each trim’s key features.

• The Mercedes-Benz EQE Sport Edition gets 19-inch alloy wheels, a heat pump, LED headlights, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 12.8-inch media display, parking assist and a reversing camera, Artico artificial leather trim, ambient lighting, heated ‘comfort’ front seats, and dual-zone climate control.
• The Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG Line swaps the 19-inch wheels for AMG items, and gets an AMG exterior styling pack, panoramic roof, privacy glass, Artico and microfibre upholstery, AMG pedals, and an AMG steering wheel.
• The Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG Line Premium upgrades to 20-inch alloys, 64-colour ambient lighting, keyless go, four-zone climate control, and an upgraded sound system.
• The Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG Line Premium Plus gets 21-inch wheels, Airmatic air suspension, digital LED lights, 4.5-degree rear axle steering, a head-up display, heated windscreen, Burmester audio, augmented reality navigation, and parking assistant with a 360-degree camera.
• The Mercedes-Benz EQE Exclusive Luxury has a different 21-inch wheel design, exterior elements more similar to the Sport Edition, leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, comfort headrests, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel.
• The Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 comes with 21-inch AMG alloy wheels, Airmatic air suspension, AMG exterior styling, red-painted brake calipers, digital LED headlights, rear axle steering, Nappa leather seats, and several AMG interior trim elements. Touring spec adds AMG sports seats among other features, and Edition Midnight gets a dark exterior package and the full-width Hyperscreen dashboard.

Used Mercedes-Benz EQE dimensions and boot size

The Mercedes-Benz EQE’s dimensions are:

• Length: 4946mm (AMG 4964mm)
• Width: 1906mm (without mirrors), 2104mm (with mirrors)
• Height: 1503mm (AMG 1493mm)

The Mercedes-Benz EQE’s boot size is:

• 430 litres (AMG 570 litres)
• 895 litres with the rear seats folded (to roof, not AMG)

Used Mercedes-Benz EQE road tax

All versions of the EQE, regardless of their power output or trim level, are currently completely free to tax.

How much is it to insure a Mercedes-Benz EQE?

If paying no tax is a benefit to buying an EQE, then insuring it might be a downside. All models go straight in at the maximum group 50 - though this isn’t unusual for expensive or high-performance electric vehicles.

Read our full Mercedes-Benz EQE review