MSRP: $96,600
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Overview
The 2026 Mercedes-AMG EQE midsize electric luxury sedan sits at the sharp end of the regular EQE sedan range, which also includes lesser non-AMG models, but this version is the one aimed at buyers who want real straight-line punch from a luxury EV. It uses a dual-motor setup and standard all-wheel drive, with 617 horsepower in normal operation and up to 677 hp when Boost is engaged.
The AMG EQE is a 5-passenger sedan with a 220-mile EPA range and a focus that leans more toward quick acceleration and luxury than outright efficiency. Mercedes offers the AMG EQE sedan in a single trim for 2026.Â
What’s New for 2026?
For 2026, the broader EQE sedan lineup drops the EQE500, renames the EQE350 models to EQE320, adds a Tesla-style NACS charging adapter, expands wheel choices with new 20- and 21-inch options, and makes the Hyperscreen available more widely across the lineup.Â
On the 2026 AMG EQE sedan specifically, Mercedes cuts the price by $10,000 for what is expected to be the model’s final year, and adds a new 21-inch wheel design (above and below) to the options list.
Exterior
The 2026 AMG EQE sedan uses the same rounded basic shape as the standard EQE, but the AMG treatment gives it a more aggressive edge. It’s a hopped-up version of the regular EQE sedan, and the overall look backs that up with AMG-specific detailing, a more assertive stance, and larger rolling stock. Standard rear-wheel steering and air suspension also support the more serious performance brief.
This is still a sleek 4-door rather than a square-jawed sports sedan, so the styling will come down to taste. Even so, the proportions are low and long, and the standard and optional AMG wheel designs help the AMG model look more planted. For 2026, Mercedes also adds a fresh 21-inch wheel option in gray to the list, which is the only visible change for the final model year.
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Interior
Inside, the AMG EQE sedan is easier to like. The standard full-width Hyperscreen is one of the car’s biggest draws, and it gives the cabin a dramatic, high-tech look the moment you step in. The AMG model also gets unique sculpted seats, model-specific performance menus, and available red seatbelts that add some visual tension to an otherwise very polished cabin.
Passenger space is solid for a midsize luxury sedan, and the back seat is roomy enough for adults. The trunk is not especially large for the class, but it remains useful for everyday luggage and errands.
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Price Range and Best Value Trim
| Trim Level | Price |
| EQE 53 | $96,600 |
The 2026 Mercedes-AMG EQE’s price comes in at $96,600, and since it comes in just one AMG trim, the base EQE is automatically the best value. That said, it still makes a convincing case on its own merits. At $96,600, it packs a standard dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, 617 hp in regular driving, an available Boost mode for 677 hp, the full Hyperscreen, and the full AMG chassis and suspension hardware. There is no cheaper AMG version to step down to, and there is no stripped-out model that forces you to spend more to get the essentials.
Key Specs
Powertrain
| Motors | Power | Torque | Drivetrain | 0-60 | Battery |
| Dual PSM (AMG) | 617 hp | 701 lb-ft | AMG 4Matic+ AWD | 3.2 sec | 90.6 kWh |
| w/ Dynamic Plus | 677 hp | 738 lb-ft | AMG 4Matic+ AWD | 3.2 sec | 90.6 kWh |
Efficiency (MPGe)
| City | Highway | Combined |
| 69 | 71 | 70 |
Dimensions
| Measurement | Value |
| Length | 196.9 in |
| Width | 75.0 in |
| Height | 58.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 122.8 in |
| Cargo Capacity | 10.9 cu-ft |
Warranty
| Coverage | Term |
| Limited Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| EV Battery | 10 years / 155,000 miles |
| Complimentary Maintenance | N/A |
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Strong dual-motor shove with up to 677 hp available
- Standard Hyperscreen gives the cabin real wow factor
- Well-finished interior with good passenger space
- Single AMG trim comes generously equipped
Cons:
- EPA range of 220 miles trails several rivals
- Styling remains divisive
- Trunk space is only average for the segment
- No complimentary maintenance coverage
Verdict
The 2026 Mercedes-AMG EQE sedan is a very quick electric luxury sedan that makes its case with power, cabin tech, and straight-line urgency more than old-school AMG character. The single available AMG trim is loaded well enough that it does not feel like a compromise model, and the standard Hyperscreen helps the interior feel expensive and modern. It also benefits from a meaningful price cut for 2026, which makes the numbers easier to justify than before.
What holds it back is range. At 220 miles EPA-rated, it asks buyers to accept less touring flexibility than several key rivals, and that matters in a segment where luxury EV shoppers often expect both pace and distance. Even so, if the priority is an upscale electric sedan with real punch and standard AMG hardware, the EQE remains an interesting final-year entry.
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Cobus F. Potgieter
Reviews and Features Editor