Summary
– Mercedes Benz has slashed the prices of its electric SUVs in Australia by more than $23,000
– The new prices for the Mercedes electric SUVs are $124,383 for EQE 300 and $166,691 for AMG EQE 53 4Matic+, before on-road costs
– Other car makers such as Lotus, Tesla, BYD, MG, GWM, Nissan, Polestar, Peugeot, Renault, and Ford have also cut prices of their EV offerings in Australia
– The EV market in Australia is seeing significant price reductions, making electric vehicles more affordable and environmentally-friendly options
– Riz, the founder of carloop based in Melbourne, is passionate about EVs and aims to reduce transport emissions in Australia by providing EV data and insight reports
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Mercedes Benz has reduced the prices of their electric SUVs in Australia, with one model seeing a price cut of over $23,000. This move follows similar price reductions by other car manufacturers, such as Lotus, and aims to make electric vehicles more accessible to consumers. The base model EQE 300 now starts at $124,383 before on-road costs, while the AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ is priced at $166,691 before on-roads. The AMG variant can be purchased for $198,836 in Melbourne with minimal options, and some vehicles are available for immediate delivery at even lower prices.
Despite the recent price reductions, the EQE SUV has been a popular choice in the Australian market, outselling other Mercedes Benz electric offerings such as the EQC, EQA, and EQB SUVs. The base model EQE 300 is powered by a single motor with 180 kW and 550 Nm of torque, while the AMG variant features a dual motor setup delivering 460 kW of power and 950 Nm of torque. The dual-motor version can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds, making it the fastest variant available. Both models come with different battery packs – 89 kWh for the base model and 90.5 kWh for the dual-motor variant.
The price reductions from Mercedes Benz are part of a larger trend in the Australian electric vehicle market, with Tesla, BYD, MG, GWM, Nissan, Polestar, Peugeot, Renault, and Ford all lowering the prices of their EV offerings. This shift is expected to encourage more consumers to consider purchasing an electric vehicle, as they are becoming more affordable and environmentally friendly options compared to traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. The reduction in emissions from EVs will help improve air quality in cities and reduce the overall environmental impact of transportation.
The founder of Carloop, Riz, based in Melbourne, specializes in Australian EV data, insight reports, and trends. As a mechanical engineer with a passion for cars, particularly EVs, he aims to reduce transport emissions in Australia. Riz currently drives a red Tesla Model 3, highlighting his commitment to promoting sustainable transportation solutions. The ongoing price reductions in the electric vehicle market are likely to further drive the adoption of EVs in Australia, as more consumers become aware of the cost savings and environmental benefits of electric cars. With luxury brands like Mercedes Benz making their electric SUVs more affordable, the shift towards EVs is expected to accelerate in the coming years.
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