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Mercedes-Benz has confirmed development of the E‑Class EQ, an all-electric successor positioned to replace the EQE saloon. Scheduled for launch in 2027, the E‑Class EQ will sit on the MB.EA‑M modular electric platform already underpinning the new C‑Class EQ and GLC EQ.
Vehicle specifications
The E‑Class EQ is expected to share core EV architecture with Mercedes’ compact and mid‑size electric models. That platform compatibility points to multiple powertrain layouts, fast DC charging capability, and support for large battery packs — similar to the EQE family’s top 96 kWh units. Expect advanced thermal management such as heat pump systems and software optimizations to maximize range and charging performance.
Design and packaging
Leveraging the MB.EA‑M platform allows Mercedes to optimize interior packaging and crash performance while delivering a modern electric saloon silhouette. Compared with the outgoing EQE, the E‑Class EQ should refine cabin space and materials to align with Mercedes’ luxury positioning.
Performance and hardware evolution
Mercedes has regularly upgraded the EQE saloon and SUV since their 2022 debut — adding hardware like heat pumps, a front‑motor disconnect for 4MATIC systems to allow rear‑drive operation in certain conditions, and battery capacity increases up to 96 kWh. Recent model updates also brought across-the-range performance improvements and efficiency gains that are likely to carry over into the E‑Class EQ.
Market positioning and comparisons
Mercedes chose not to further invest in the current EQE models because the incoming C‑Class EQ and GLC EQ remove any remaining platform or packaging advantages. Pausing major updates lets Mercedes retool factories ahead of the E‑Class EQ debut. In market terms, the E‑Class EQ will compete with premium electric sedans from Audi, BMW, and Tesla, offering a blend of luxury, range, and charging capability.
What this means for buyers
Existing EQE owners will benefit from software and some hardware updates introduced since 2022, but Mercedes’ strategic shift signals that the E‑Class EQ will be the company’s next priority in the mid‑sized luxury EV segment. Expect improved range, charging speed, and refinement when the model arrives in 2027.
Source: autocar.co
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