Importing a used Mercedes-Benz EQE from the USA
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Mercedes-Benz EQE
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Choose a specific vehicle. Where data is available, its detail page shows the import cost calculation. We assess any possible duty benefit with you before purchase.
Important: A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact us before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support through the process. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
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Mercedes-Benz EQE
The Mercedes-Benz EQE is the electric counterpart to the E-Class — a full-size luxury sedan built on the brand's dedicated EVA2 electric platform, sitting below the flagship EQS.
- Body style
- Detail (US EQE, typical): Full-size electric sedan (fastback)
- Platform
- Detail (US EQE, typical): EVA2 dedicated EV
- Battery (usable)
- Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 90 kWh
- EQE 350+ output
- Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 288 hp (RWD)
Model profile
Model history and generations
Generations at a glance
The EQE sedan arrived for the 2023 model year in the US and represents a single current generation.
Powertrain and equipment
Engines, drivetrain and trims
Powertrain lineup
The EQE is fully electric, drawing from a battery of around 90 kWh usable (roughly 96 kWh gross).
Trims in the US market
The EQE sedan is a four-door fastback. US equipment lines centre on Premium, Exclusive, and Pinnacle packages, layering in features such as the 56-inch MBUX Hyperscreen, Burmester surround sound, augmented-reality navigation, heated and ventilated seats, and advanced driver assistance.
Vehicle selection
North American market and suitability
The used market stateside
Used EQE sedans in the US are predominantly 2023 and 2024 cars, frequently well-optioned and with low to moderate mileage, since many were leased by premium buyers.
Who should import one
The EQE suits the buyer who wants a genuinely luxurious, long-range electric sedan with cutting-edge cabin technology and the refinement of a full-size Mercedes.
Vehicle data
Technical data by generation and specification
Body and dimensions
| Body style | Detail (US EQE, typical): Full-size electric sedan (fastback) |
|---|---|
| Length | Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 4.95 m |
| Wheelbase | Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 3.12 m |
| Kerb weight | Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 2,350-2,500 kg |
Engine and drivetrain
| Battery (usable) | Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 90 kWh |
|---|---|
| EQE 350+ output | Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 288 hp (RWD) |
| EQE 500 4MATIC output | Detail (US EQE, typical): approx. 402 hp (AWD) |
| AMG EQE output | Detail (US EQE, typical): up to 617+ hp |
| DC fast charge | Detail (US EQE, typical): 10-80% approx. 32 min (up to 170 kW) |
| Onboard charging | Detail (US EQE, typical): up to 9.6-11 kW AC |
Model and other data
| Platform | Detail (US EQE, typical): EVA2 dedicated EV |
|---|---|
| Rear-axle steering | Detail (US EQE, typical): up to 10 degrees (optional) |
| Production start | Detail (US EQE, typical): 2022 (US MY2023) |
| Origin | The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately. |
Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.
Pre-purchase review
Model-specific inspection points
Inspection plan for this model
For the Mercedes-Benz EQE, the agreed inspection plan focuses in particular on battery condition, charging interface, warning messages, software status and accessible high-voltage and cooling-system components. USCar Trader can document these points through a separately commissioned on-site inspection; inaccessible areas or unauthorised road tests are explicitly recorded as unchecked.
Germany and Europe
Differences, adaptation and registration
What US models do differently
US EQE sedans use a CCS1 charge port, so European DC and AC charging needs a CCS1-to-CCS2 adapter or planning.
German TÜV and registration
Typical work includes adapting the headlights to European beam and markings, confirming a rear fog lamp, converting the instrument display to kilometres or documenting it, and verifying charging compatibility and region settings.
USCar Trader services
Inspection, purchase processing and escrow
As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.
- Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
- Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
- On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
- Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
- Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.
Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.
Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.
Import process
Import, customs, costs and delivery
Seven steps to your import
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
Questions and answers
Common questions about importing this model
Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?
No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
How is import VAT treated when importing a Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Import VAT and other taxes or costs are assessed separately under the applicable rules and the circumstances of the individual case. A blanket answer for every vehicle would not be reliable.
Can a US EQE charge in Europe?
Yes, with an adapter. US cars use a CCS1 port and need a CCS1-to-CCS2 adapter for European DC and AC charging.
How reliable is the EQE?
Broadly sound but software-heavy. Most reported issues are electronic; confirm all recalls and MBUX updates are completed.
What range does it offer?
Strong for the class thanks to its efficient EVA2 platform, though real-world figures vary with trim, wheels, and driving style.
What mileage should I expect?
Most used EQE sedans are 2023-2024 cars with low to moderate mileage and remaining battery warranty, as many were leased.
Does USCar Trader sell me the car?
No. We are an independent broker. You buy the car in the US; we source, verify, and import it without a margin.
Is German registration difficult?
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
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