Mercedes-Benz Will Stop EQE Production, Replace With C-Class EQ And GLC EQ

SUV EQE. (Photo: Mercedes-Benz)

JAKARTA Mercedes-Benz is rumored to be halting production of the EQE sedan and EQE SUV by 2026. This decision is part of the restructuring of its electric car lineup, which will be replaced indirectly by a new, more sophisticated model.

According to an internal report, quoted from Autocar, Monday, September 1, this step was taken to avoid overlaps in the product lineup and focus on next-generation models. The EQE Saloon, which is currently produced in Bremen, Germany, and the EQE SUV in Tuscaloosa, USA, will be replaced by C-Class EQ and GLC EQ. Both are built on Mercedes' new 800V MB.EA-M platform, which promises increased features, practicality, and similar chassis technologies.

EQE's successor, C-Class EQ Saloon, is scheduled to launch in 2026 with advanced technologies such as air suspensions and rear double steering systems. Meanwhile, the GLC EQ will debut at the Munich 2025 automotive exhibition and offer a wider frunk'' and frunk (front trunk space) baggage space than the EQE SUV.

Although previously there was a signal that EQE would get a facelift update, it is now known that platform upgrades, including the latest 800V architecture and EATS2 electric motors, will only be applied to larger models, namely EQS Saloon and EQS SUV.

Mercedes-Benz has not officially confirmed the termination of EQE production. A spokesperson stated that the company did not comment on speculation regarding current and future models. However, the spokesperson confirmed that EQE Saloon's successor, E-Class EQ Saloon, is in the development stage and is planned for release in 2027, also using the MB.EA-M platform.

This decision also gives Mercedes time to prepare its plant for the arrival of E-Class EQ in 2027. With no significant platform or packaging advantages compared to the upcoming C-Class EQ and GLC EQ, Mercedes chose not to invest further in the EQE model.