Mercedes-Benz EQE vs Mercedes-Benz EQS

The Mercedes-Benz EQE starts from $149,900 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS opens at $209,900. That makes the Mercedes-Benz EQE the more affordable entry point by $60,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $164,890 and $230,890 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Mercedes-Benz EQE and Mercedes-Benz EQS hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 95% for the Mercedes-Benz EQE and 96% for the Mercedes-Benz EQS.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mercedes-Benz EQS packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 10 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE and 9 in the Mercedes-Benz EQS.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS gets a 12.8-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS counters with ventilated seats that the Mercedes-Benz EQE does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mercedes-Benz EQE gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz EQS offers nappa leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQE and 4-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQS.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE uses a Electric producing 180kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS responds with a Electric making 245kW and 568Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS has the clear power advantage at 245kW vs 180kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mercedes-Benz EQS is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 89kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQE) vs 107.8kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQS), giving WLTP ranges of 571km and 708km. DC fast charging peaks at 170kW (Mercedes-Benz EQE) vs 200kW (Mercedes-Benz EQS).

The Mercedes-Benz EQE measures 4,946mm long on a 3,120mm wheelbase, 270mm shorter than the Mercedes-Benz EQS at 5,216mm (3,210mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 430L in the Mercedes-Benz EQE and 610L in the Mercedes-Benz EQS, giving the Mercedes-Benz EQS a 180L advantage.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQS leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQE) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQS). Both match on warranty length.