From the compact EQA SUV to the luxurious EQS sedan, Mercedes-Benz proves that electric cars can be fast. Meet the 10 most powerful and their technical specifications.
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Mercedes-Benz, a brand synonymous with luxury and automotive innovation, is redefining high performance in the electric era. With the creation of the Mercedes-EQ sub-brand, the German giant has not only expanded its portfolio but also redefined what a Mercedes-Benz can be. This transition leverages the inherent characteristics of electric motors — such as instant torque and a low center of gravity — to elevate performance and comfort standards to a new level.
In the world of electric vehicles, “speed” takes on a new meaning. While top speed is important, the metric that really defines real-world agility is acceleration from 0 to 60 mph. It is in this burst of power that the true character of a high-performance electric car is revealed. This article details the 10 fastest electric Mercedes-Benz models, ranked by this crucial metric, diving into their technical specifications and what makes them so impressive.
Ranking of the 10 Fastest: From Impressive Acceleration to Pure Brutality
Next, we present the definitive ranking of Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles, starting from tenth place and climbing to the top of the podium. Each model is an engineering showcase, combining luxury, technology, and breathtaking performance.
10. Mercedes-Benz EQA 350 4MATIC SUV
Opening our list, the EQA 350 4MATIC proves that size isn’t everything when it comes to electric performance. As the brand’s most compact electric SUV, it combines a powerful drivetrain with a relatively lightweight chassis, resulting in surprising acceleration. With a 0 to 60 mph time of just 6.0 seconds, it is faster than many combustion sports cars. Its dual-motor system (one asynchronous at the front and one synchronous at the rear) delivers a combined output of 292 hp and 520 Nm of torque. The 4MATIC all-wheel drive ensures full grip, while the 66.5 kWh battery offers solid range for the segment. Top speed is limited to 100 mph.
9. Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC Sedan
Climbing the ranking, we find the entry point to the luxury experience of the top-tier electric sedan. The EQS 450 4MATIC offers the same advanced platform and aerodynamic design as its more powerful sibling but focuses on efficiency. Still, its performance is remarkable, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds. Its two motors produce 355 hp and a robust 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque, key to its immediate response. Equipped with a 118 kWh battery, it offers excellent range, and its top speed reaches 130 mph.
8. Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC SUV
The EQC 400 4MATIC holds a historic place as the first vehicle from the Mercedes-EQ sub-brand. Although its production has been discontinued, its performance remains strong enough to secure a spot on this list. Based on the GLC platform, it accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds, still a very respectable time today. Its two asynchronous motors produce 402 hp and 560 lb-ft (760 Nm) of torque. With an 80 kWh battery and a top speed of 112 mph, the EQC was the pioneer that paved the way for the brand’s electric revolution.
7. Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC SUV
Entering the sub-5-second territory, the EQE 500 4MATIC SUV translates executive sedan performance into a more versatile form. This SUV accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in an impressive 4.9 seconds. It uses a dual-motor propulsion system delivering 402 hp and 633 lb-ft (858 Nm) of torque. The slight penalty in acceleration compared to the sedan is due to its higher weight and aerodynamics, but its practicality and interior space make it a formidable choice for families who won’t compromise on speed. Its top speed is 130 mph.
6. Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC Sedan
Positioned as the high-performance choice within the non-AMG executive range, the EQE 500 4MATIC Sedan embodies balance. It achieves 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, offering decidedly sporty performance. Its dual-motor system produces the same 402 hp and 633 lb-ft (858 Nm) of torque as the SUV but in a lighter, more aerodynamic body. It is the electric equivalent of a high-spec E-Class, with cutting-edge technology and engaging driving dynamics, reaching a top speed of 130 mph. The future of the EQE lineup is interesting, as Mercedes plans to end the EQE and EQE SUV designations by 2026, integrating them into the main lineup, demonstrating the brand’s rapid strategic evolution.
5. Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC SUV
The EQS 580 4MATIC SUV brings the luxury and technology of the EQS sedan into an SUV body, offering more space, versatility, and the option of seven seats. Despite its imposing size, it accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds. This remarkable feat is made possible by a dual-motor system producing 536 hp and 633 lb-ft (858 Nm) of torque. It is the electric equivalent of the GLS, designed for those demanding the utmost in luxury, space, and robust, safe electric performance, with a top speed of 130 mph.
4. Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan
At the pinnacle of the non-AMG range, the EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan is the purest interpretation of electric luxury. With acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, it offers performance that rivals many sports cars but with unparalleled comfort and silence. Its two electric motors produce 516 hp and 630 lb-ft (855 Nm) of torque, delivered smoothly and overwhelmingly. The focus here is not aggression but effortless and linear power delivery, worthy of an electric spiritual successor to the S-Class. The top speed is limited to 130 mph. The focus on superlative luxury is a hallmark, a philosophy that even elevates the AMG SL 63 to the level of an ordinary car when compared to the Mercedes-Maybach SL 680.
3. Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV
Now entering the podium, dominated by AMG’s high-performance division. The EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV is AMG’s answer to the growing demand for ultra-high-performance SUVs, being the first fully electric SUV to sport the badge. It completes the 0 to 60 mph sprint in a staggering 3.5 seconds. This performance is achieved with the optional AMG DYNAMIC PLUS package, boosting power to 677 hp and torque to 738 lb-ft (1000 Nm). Equipped with technologies like active roll stabilization, it offers agility that defies its size and reaches a top speed of 150 mph.
2. Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ Sedan
AMG’s flagship electric performance, the EQS 53 4MATIC+ Sedan, merges the superlative luxury of the S-Class with the overwhelming power from Affalterbach. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds. With the AMG DYNAMIC PLUS package, its two motors unleash a peak power of 751 hp and colossal 752 lb-ft (1020 Nm) of torque in RACE START mode. Although marginally slower in initial acceleration than the EQE 53 due to its higher weight, it compensates with superior power, unmatched opulence, and a top speed of 155 mph. Its performance puts it at the pinnacle of luxury sedans, a segment where the speed competition is fierce, with some manufacturers chasing absolute records, like the impressive Yangwang U9 Xtreme, the electric car aiming to dethrone Bugatti.
1. Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ Sedan
At the absolute top of the Mercedes-EQ speed hierarchy is the Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ Sedan. It represents the pinnacle of AMG’s electric sport sedan philosophy. More agile and driver-focused than its bigger brother, the EQS, the EQE 53 hits 60 mph in only 3.3 seconds with the AMG DYNAMIC PLUS package. Its AMG-specific dual-motor system produces up to 677 hp and 738 lb-ft (1000 Nm) of torque. The more favorable power-to-weight ratio establishes it as the purest electric performance machine from the brand, combining brutal acceleration with driving dynamics enhanced by AMG RIDE CONTROL+ suspension and a rear-wheel steering axle. Top speed reaches 150 mph. It proves that AMG is not just adapting to the electric era but dominating it, heralding a revolution in futuristic electric performance with concepts like the Mercedes-AMG GT XX.
The Right Choice for Every Driver Profile
The analysis of the 10 fastest Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles reveals a clear hierarchy. At the top, the AMG models represent the ultimate expression of speed. Just below, the top-tier Mercedes-EQ variants (EQS 580 and EQE 500) offer overwhelming performance with a focus on luxury. The ideal choice depends on individual priorities:
- For the Driving Purist: The Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ Sedan is the unequivocal choice for its agility and record acceleration.
- For the Luxury Technophile: The Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ Sedan combines luxury, cutting-edge technology, and performance that rivals super sports cars.
- For the High-Performance Utility Enthusiast: The Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV offers the best balance between speed and SUV practicality.
- For the Balanced Luxury Advocate: The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan provides immense and smooth power without the more aggressive edge of AMG models. The debate about the need for gigantic batteries for daily use is relevant, and many experts argue that a range of around 200 miles already meets 99% of most drivers’ needs, making models like the EQE a very rational option.
This impressive lineup is just the beginning. AMG’s use of the “53” designation suggests that the iconic “63” badge is reserved for a future generation of even more powerful vehicles, promising an even faster and more electrifying future on the horizon.
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Author: Fabio Isidoro
Founder and editor-in-chief of Canal Carro, he dedicates himself to exploring the automotive universe with depth and passion. A car and technology enthusiast, he produces technical content and in-depth analyses of national and international vehicles, combining quality information with a critical eye for the public.
