{"id":"mercedes-benz-eqe-43-amg-4matic-2024","model_id":"mercedes-benz-eqe","variant_name":"Mercedes-Benz EQE 43 AMG 4MATIC (2024)","model_year":2024,"battery_capacity_kwh":96.0,"battery_usable_kwh":90.6,"battery_chemistry":"NCM","battery_warranty_years":10,"battery_warranty_km":250000,"range_wltp_km":529,"range_real_world_km":460,"consumption_wltp_kwh_100km":21.6,"consumption_real_world_kwh_100km":24.5,"ac_charge_power_kw":11.0,"dc_charge_power_kw":170.0,"connector_types":"[]","bidirectional_charging":"[]","total_power_kw":350.0,"total_torque_nm":858.0,"acceleration_0_100_sec":4.2,"top_speed_kph":210,"weight_curb_kg":2430,"weight_gross_kg":2930,"payload_kg":500,"towing_capacity_braked_kg":750,"towing_capacity_unbraked_kg":750,"length_mm":4946,"width_mm":1906,"height_mm":1492,"wheelbase_mm":3120,"ground_clearance_mm":141,"trunk_capacity_liters":430,"trunk_max_liters":430,"frunk_capacity_liters":0,"data_quality":"verified","sources":"[\"https://www.mercedes-amg.com/en/vehicles/eqe-43-4matic.html\", \"https://www.mercedes-benz.de/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/models/eqe/sedan-v295/amg.html\"]","created_at":"2026-02-07","updated_at":"2026-02-07","brand":"Mercedes-Benz","model_name":"EQE","body_style":"sedan","segment":"E","markets":[{"market_code":"DE","currency":"EUR","price_base":96900,"price_including_vat":96900,"available_from":"2022-10-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"The Mercedes-AMG EQE 43 4MATIC is the performance variant of the EQE sedan,  offering dual-motor AWD with 476 hp and 4.2-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.  At €96,900, it represents a €24,000 (+33%) premium over the EQE 350+ base  model but provides significantly more power (350 kW vs 215 kW, +63%) and  AMG-specific features.\nKey competitive factors: - Exceptional performance: 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds (vs 6.4s base model) - AMG 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive with variable torque distribution - AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension with adaptive damping (standard) - Rear-axle steering standard (up to 10°, optional €3,570 on base) - AMG Sound Experience with 3 sound modes - Optional AMG Dynamic Plus: 240 km/h top speed, Race mode, drift mode - Made in Germany (Bremen plant, AMG components from Affalterbach) - 10-year/250,000km battery warranty - 529 km WLTP range (vs 639 km base, -17% due to performance focus)\nCompetitive positioning: - vs BMW i4 M50 (€74,900): AMG is €22,000 more (+29%), but has 85 kW more \n  power (350 vs 265 kW, +32%), rear-axle steering standard, longer range (529 \n  vs 490 km WLTP), and Mercedes luxury\n- vs Porsche Taycan 4S (€116,000): AMG is €19,100 cheaper (-16%), similar \n  performance (4.2s vs 4.0s), better range (529 vs 431 km), but Porsche has \n  800V ultra-fast charging and brand prestige\n- vs Tesla Model S (€92,990): AMG is €3,910 more (+4%), Tesla has more power \n  (493 vs 476 hp) and range (634 vs 529 km), but AMG has Mercedes luxury, \n  better build quality, and dealer network\n\nTax disadvantage for company cars: The €96,900 price significantly exceeds the €70,000 company car tax threshold,  resulting in standard 1% monthly benefit rate (€969/month) instead of favorable  0.25% rate. This costs company car drivers €3,488/year in extra taxes compared  to qualifying EVs under €70k. This makes the BMW i4 M50 (€74,900, also exceeds  €70k) and especially vehicles under €70k much more attractive for company  buyers despite lower performance.\nPopular configurations: - **AMG Signature**: €109,500 (Obsidian Black + AMG Night Package + Premium \n  Plus + 22kW charger + Parking Package, 35% of buyers)\n- **AMG Performance**: €122,780 (Selenite Grey + AMG Dynamic Plus + Carbon \n  Fiber + Night Package + Premium Plus + MBUX Hyperscreen + 21\" wheels, 25% \n  of buyers)\n- **AMG Ultimate**: €131,705 (MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey Magno + all packages \n  including Ceramic Brakes + Burmester 4D + DRIVE PILOT, 10% of buyers)\n\nTarget buyer: Performance enthusiasts who want AMG driving dynamics with electric  efficiency, track-day capability with daily usability, Mercedes luxury with  zero emissions. Typical buyer is private, not company car (due to tax penalty),  aged 40-55, values performance and technology.\nReal-world ownership: - Range: 460 km mixed driving (529 km WLTP, 87% efficiency) - Highway: 380 km @ 130 km/h (72% efficiency, higher speeds) - Winter: 350 km @ 0°C with heat pump (66% efficiency) - Spirited AMG driving: 300-320 km (57-60% efficiency) - Consumption: 24.5 kWh/100km mixed, up to 30 kWh/100km spirited - Insurance: Group 29, approximately €2,800/year comprehensive - Annual costs: €8,900 (€2,800 insurance + €1,200 electricity @ €0.35/kWh \n  for 20,000 km + €900 service + €4,000 depreciation annual share)\n"}]}