The Mercedes EQE and the Renault Megane E-TECH Electric are two of the main new vehicles that visitors will be able to discover at the IAA Mobility show, which runs in Munich until September 12, 2021. Both sedans feature a fully electric engine, an intelligent voice assistant for the driver and numerous connected services.
After Frankfurt, Germany's international automobile and mobility show is moving to Munich this year. Among the various concept cars, two new production models -- out next year -- stand out: the Mercedes EQE and the new generation Renault Mégane, both billed as clean, intelligent sedans.
Mercedes is making a splash on home turf with the world premiere of the much-anticipated EQE business sedan, based on the same technical platform as the EQS, presented earlier this year. This model is a little more compact, but has a range of up to 660 km. Like all new Mercedes models, the EQE will be equipped to receive regular remote updates (OTA) and will feature the "Hey Mercedes" intelligent voice assistant, as well as smart navigation for calculating the fastest and most comfortable routes, depending on various factors, including charging stops. The vehicle's price is yet to be announced, but, on paper, it appears to be a potential rival to the Tesla S.
Renault, on the other hand, is showcasing the all-new Mégane E-TECH Electric, a sedan that marks the start of a new chapter in the carmaker's electric revolution, which began more than 10 years ago. Beyond the electric aspect -- with its 96 kW (130 hp) or 160 kW (218 hp) engine, depending on the version, its range of up to 470 km and its 26 driving aids -- this car stands out for its on-board technology. Its new OpenR Link multimedia system, developed with Google and based on Android Automotive, offers a vast catalog of practical and entertaining applications, all accompanied by a voice assistant to control the vehicle's main functions.
Both cars are expected to arrive in dealerships in the spring of 2022.
