2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MATIC Sedan

The midsize Mercedes EQE sedan is an EV alternative to the automaker's gasoline-powered E-Class sedan. New for 2023, it's built on the same dedicated EV platform as Mercedes-Benz's larger EQS sedan. Our test vehicle was configured with dual electric motors (288 hp) and all-wheel drive. The EQE is a luxurious, tech-heavy vehicle that, for the most part, fulfills its purpose. Its drivetrain delivers an abundance of smooth power and torque and, courtesy of Mercedes—Benz's selective damping suspension, a quiet, refined ride. Maneuverability, aided by optional rear-wheel steering, is excellent. The EQE's cabin is, unsurprisingly, replete with ultra-plush materials; fit and finish are first-rate. Standard features include excellent LED headlights with adaptive high beams, a panoramic sunroof, LED ambient interior lighting, and 170-kW DC fast charging. Remarkably for a car with an MSRP north of $90K, some features—a heated steering wheel and heated rear seats—are extra-cost options. That's also true for some enhanced advanced safety features, which aren’t standard on the base Premium trim. The EQE also exhibited a few shortcomings. Its cutting-edge infotainment system has a 12.8-inch touch screen with good resolution but requires a steep learning curve, and rear visibility is compromised by the sloping roofline