Mercedes-Benz

EQE 350+ SUV

EQE 350 4MATIC SUV

EQE 500 4MATIC SUV

EQE SUV

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV slots between the smaller EQA/EQB crossovers and the flagship EQS SUV, targeting luxury buyers who want a practical five-seat footprint without stepping up to the larger model's price. Built on the same dedicated EVA2 platform as the EQS, it carries over much of that car's technology and interior craftsmanship. Reviewers consistently highlight the available Hyperscreen dashboard and the genuinely premium cabin quality, while also noting that its real-world range and charging speeds trail rivals like the BMW iX and Cadillac LYRIQ at this price point.

Cabin materials and fit-and-finish are broadly praised as class-appropriate, with soft-touch surfaces and Mercedes-typical attention to detail throughout

The optional MBUX Hyperscreen spans the entire dashboard and draws consistent attention from reviewers for its visual impact and functionality

EQE 500 4MATIC trims reach 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds, providing strong real-world passing and merging performance for a mid-size luxury SUV

Ride quality is repeatedly described as smooth and well-composed on the standard air suspension, absorbing highway imperfections without harshness

At 279 miles EPA-rated, the rear-wheel-drive 350+ trim leads the lineup in range and represents the most efficient entry point into the EQE SUV family

DC fast charging is capped at 170 kW, which lags behind rivals like the Cadillac LYRIQ (190 kW) and BMW iX xDrive50 (195 kW) and results in longer stops on road trips

The 4MATIC variants drop EPA range to 253 miles, a meaningful reduction that reviewers at InsideEVs and Car and Driver flag as below average for the segment and price

The MBUX infotainment system draws repeated criticism for burying common climate and audio functions in submenus, requiring multiple taps for tasks that physical controls would handle immediately

Starting at $79,050 before options, and with popular packages adding thousands quickly, the EQE SUV is expensive relative to rivals that offer comparable or greater range for less money

Tesla

Dual-Motor AWD

Plaid

Model X

The Tesla Model X occupies a narrow niche as a high-performance, full-size electric SUV with seating for up to seven. Now in its refreshed second-generation form, it draws consistent praise from outlets like Car and Driver and MotorTrend for its falcon-wing rear doors and over-the-air software ecosystem, while reviewers repeatedly flag its steep pricing and polarizing minimalist interior. The Plaid trim's 1,020-hp tri-motor setup makes it one of the quickest three-row SUVs ever tested, a fact that tends to dominate first-drive coverage.

Plaid trim delivers a verified 0–60 mph in 2.5 seconds, making it among the fastest production SUVs by that metric

Dual-Motor AWD trim offers 348 miles of EPA-rated range, competitive for a large three-row SUV

Falcon-wing rear doors provide genuinely easier third-row access in tight parking spaces, a distinction noted in Edmunds and MotorTrend long-term tests

Supercharger network access remains one of the most reliable DC fast-charging infrastructures in North America

Over-the-air updates regularly add or refine features, with reviewers noting meaningful improvements delivered post-purchase

Entry price of $84,990 for the base Dual-Motor trim positions it above most direct competitors, including the Rivian R1S and Mercedes EQS SUV at comparable configurations

The yoke steering wheel, standard on refreshed models, drew criticism from Car and Driver and InsideEVs testers for being awkward in low-speed and parking maneuvers

Plaid's performance comes with a range penalty, dropping to 326 miles EPA versus 348 miles in the less powerful Dual-Motor trim

Cabin quality and fit-and-finish have been flagged by Edmunds owner reviews as inconsistent relative to the vehicle's price point

	Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV	Tesla Model X
Body type	SUV	SUV
Trims	3	2
Starting price	$79,050	$84,990
Max EPA range	279 mi	348 mi
Max power	402 hp	1,020 hp
Quickest 0–60	4.6 s	2.5 s
Federal tax credit	$7,500 eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Single-Motor RWD Dual-Motor AWD	Dual-Motor AWD Tri-Motor AWD
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Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV vs. Tesla Model X