THE MERCEDES-AMG EQE SUV GETS SERIOUS ABOUT TAKING DOWN THE TESLA MODEL Y PERFORMANCE: HERE'S HOW!

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This video provides an in-depth look at the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, positioning it as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y Performance. The reviewer highlights the EQE SUV's shared platform and battery with the EQE sedan, offering either all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and a 90 kWh battery. Key design elements include the star-pattern grille, a light bar, and turbine-like 21-inch wheels (22-inch in Germany). A notable omission is the lack of a front trunk ('frunk'), with windshield wiper fluid access cleverly integrated. The interior is praised for its spaciousness, premium feel, and the optional "hyperscreen" with customizable passenger display. However, the reviewer expresses dissatisfaction with the haptic controls, citing potential distraction and a lack of physical buttons. The AMG EQE SUV 53 variant is then introduced, distinguished by a different grille, AMG badging, larger 22-inch wheels, and enhanced performance with over 650 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds. The AMG version also features more aggressive regenerative braking and a unique sound signature. Availability is noted for March 2023 for the standard EQE SUV and summer 2023 for the AMG variant.