If you’re cross-shopping a Mercedes EQE against other luxury EVs, or looking at a used EQE, you’ll quickly run into confusion about the maintenance schedule. Traditional Mercedes models follow a familiar **Service A / Service B** pattern every 10,000 miles, with oil changes at the core. The EQE is different: there’s no engine oil, far fewer moving parts, and a maintenance schedule that’s simpler but still important to understand.
Quick take
Mercedes EQE maintenance schedule at a glance
EQE maintenance snapshot
Mercedes doesn’t publish a single, one‑page schedule for every EQE; instead, they use a **flexible service system** and model‑specific booklets. But when you look across EQ‑family guidance and dealer documentation for the EQS and EQE, a clear pattern emerges: roughly annual to biannual visits for inspections and fluids, and multi‑year checks for the high‑voltage systems.
Always confirm with your VIN
How often does a Mercedes EQE need service?
If you’re coming from a gasoline E‑Class, you may be expecting a strict **10,000‑mile / 1‑year** schedule. The EQE’s electric drivetrain gives Mercedes more flexibility, so what you’ll see in practice is:
- A **service reminder in the instrument cluster**, based on time and mileage (Flexible Service System / ASSYST Plus).
- Typical **EV‑specific checks about every 2 years**, including brake fluid and high‑voltage system inspections.
- Tire rotations and cabin filters on **10,000–20,000‑mile** rhythms, depending on driving style and tire wear.
- High‑voltage battery coolant and HEPA filters on **longer multi‑year intervals** (often 6–12 years).
Rule of thumb for EQE owners
Mercedes EQE maintenance schedule by mileage and time
Below is a practical, consolidated Mercedes EQE maintenance schedule based on EQ‑family dealer guidance and owner documentation. It applies broadly to both EQE sedan and EQE SUV in the U.S., but again, confirm against your VIN‑specific booklet.
Approximate Mercedes EQE maintenance intervals
Key recurring maintenance items for the EQE. Use this as a planning tool; always follow the reminders in your instrument cluster and the official booklet for your exact vehicle.
| Mileage / Time | Maintenance Items | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Every 10,000 mi or 1 year | Tire rotation; visual inspection of brakes, suspension, steering, underbody; top off washer fluid | Short annual check; especially important if you run sticky or staggered tires. |
| Every 15,000 mi or ~12–24 months | General inspection; cabin air filter; software and control‑unit checks; basic EV diagnostics | Exact content varies by model year and region; much lighter than ICE Service A/B. |
| Every 20,000 mi or 2 years | Brake fluid exchange; dust/combination filter; HV battery visual and coolant checks; charge port & cable inspection | These 2‑year items show up consistently in EQ‑family guidance and dealer service menus. |
| Every 60,000 mi or 6 years | Fine particle / HEPA filter replacement (if equipped) | Big cabin filter buried deep in the HVAC housing; often dealer‑only. |
| Every 120,000 mi or 12 years | High‑voltage battery coolant replacement | Long‑interval service; critical for battery longevity if you plan to keep the EQE long‑term. |
| As needed | Tires, 12V battery, wiper blades, brake pads/rotors (usually later than on gas cars) | Wear depends heavily on climate and driving style. EVs tend to eat tires but baby their friction brakes. |
Time- or mileage-based, whichever comes first.
What about Service A and Service B?
EV-specific EQE maintenance: battery, brakes, and software
Key EV systems you’re maintaining on an EQE
Fewer fluids, more electronics, and a lot of inspections instead of parts swaps.
High-voltage battery
EQE packs typically get a visual and diagnostic check every ~2 years. Technicians look for physical damage, check coolant levels, and run scan‑tool tests to confirm there are no HV fault codes.
12V support battery
Even EVs rely on a 12V battery for control units and safety systems. Expect inspection every visit and replacement somewhere between 4–7 years depending on climate and usage.
Brakes and regen
The EQE’s strong regenerative braking means pads and rotors can last far longer than on a gas E‑Class, but they still need periodic cleaning, lubrication of slide pins, and fluid changes to prevent corrosion.
Software is another under‑appreciated part of EQE maintenance. Mercedes increasingly packages **firmware updates, recall campaigns, and feature refinements** into scheduled visits. Those updates can improve charging behavior, range prediction, safety systems, and even infotainment stability, so they’re not just a formality.
Ask for an update rundown
Service A/B vs. EV reality: what actually gets done
What Service A/B meant on gas models
- Oil & filter change every 10,000 miles.
- Routine checks of brakes, suspension, steering, and fluids.
- Cabin and engine air filters at longer intervals.
- Transmission and spark plugs at higher mileages.
Those services were structured around protecting a complex combustion engine and multi‑gear transmission.
What it means on the EQE
- No engine oil, spark plugs, or transmission services in the traditional sense.
- Inspection of the high‑voltage system, cooling loops, and charge hardware.
- Brake fluid exchange, cabin filters, tire rotation, and underbody inspections.
- Control‑unit diagnostics and software updates.
The structure feels familiar, but the labor is increasingly focused on tires, brakes, and electronics, not mechanical overhauls.
Good news for EQE owners
What Mercedes EQE maintenance really costs
Mercedes doesn’t publish a single national price card for EQE maintenance, and dealership labor rates vary widely. But based on EQ‑family service menus and real‑world owner reports, you can sketch out a reasonable budget:
- Basic annual or 10k‑mile visit (tire rotation, inspections): often in the **$200–$350** range at a dealer, less at an independent EV‑savvy shop.
- Larger 2‑year / 20k‑mile EV service (brake fluid, cabin filter, HV checks): commonly **$500–$800**, depending on region and how much diagnostic time is included.
- HEPA filter replacement at 6 years / 60k miles: can run **several hundred dollars** because access is labor‑intensive.
- 12‑year battery‑coolant service: likely **high three‑figures to low four‑figures**, but it’s a once‑per‑decade type of item for most owners.
Prepaid maintenance and CPO coverage
If you’re cross‑shopping a used EQE against, say, a used Tesla or Hyundai Ioniq 5, the dollar differences in routine maintenance are often **smaller than the differences in depreciation and battery health**. That’s one reason Recharged builds a **Recharged Score battery report** into every used EV listing: predictable maintenance only matters if the underlying battery pack is healthy and priced fairly.
Maintenance tips if you’re buying a used Mercedes EQE
For used‑EV shoppers, the big question isn’t just “What’s the schedule?” but **“Has the schedule actually been followed, and what shape is the battery in?”** Here’s how to use the EQE maintenance schedule to your advantage when you’re evaluating a used example.
Used Mercedes EQE maintenance checklist
1. Trace the 2-year / 20k-mile services
Ask for service records or digital history that show **brake fluid, cabin filters, and HV checks** roughly every 20,000 miles or 2 years. A gap here is more concerning than a slightly late tire rotation.
2. Look closely at tires and alignment
The EQE’s weight and torque can chew through tires. Uneven wear suggests alignment issues or curb impacts. Budget for a fresh set if tread is low or wear patterns look odd.
3. Inspect brake condition, not just mileage
Low‑mileage EQEs that lived in wet climates can have **rusty rotors and sticky calipers**. A physical inspection tells you more than Carfax mileage alone.
4. Ask about the 12V battery
If the EQE is 4–6 years old, find out if the 12V battery has been replaced or tested recently. A weak 12V can strand an otherwise healthy EV.
5. Verify software and recall history
Make sure any **safety recalls, software campaigns, and major firmware updates** have been completed. A dealer can usually print this from the VIN; Recharged surfaces it as part of our inspection process.
6. Get objective battery health data
Request a **battery health report**. On Recharged, every EQE comes with a <strong>Recharged Score</strong> based on verified capacity tests and charging history, giving you a clearer view of degradation before you buy.
How Recharged helps used EQE buyers
DIY vs. dealer: what you can safely do yourself
One upside of EQE ownership is that **many light‑duty items are DIY‑friendly** if you’re comfortable working on cars, but the high‑voltage side is absolutely not. Here’s a pragmatic split between what most owners can handle and what’s best left to a Mercedes or EV‑specialist shop.
DIY-friendly vs. shop-only EQE maintenance
Save money where it’s safe, and pay professionals where it isn’t.
Reasonable DIY items
- Tire rotations (if you have proper jack points and torque wrench).
- Wiper blades and washer fluid top‑offs.
- Cabin air filter on some trims (access can still be tricky).
- Visual checks: tire tread, brake pad thickness, underbody plastic damage.
If you’re not comfortable or lack tools, an independent EV‑savvy shop can handle these quickly and cheaply.
Leave these to the pros
- Anything involving the high‑voltage battery or orange‑cabled components.
- Brake fluid exchanges and ABS bleeding.
- HEPA filter replacement and deep HVAC work.
- High‑voltage coolant replacement and leak diagnosis.
- Control‑unit programming and recall/TSB campaigns.
Technicians use insulated tools, protective gear, and factory procedures when working on HV systems, don’t improvise here.
High voltage is not a DIY project
Mercedes EQE maintenance schedule FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Mercedes EQE maintenance
Bottom line: keeping an EQE healthy and affordable
The **Mercedes EQE maintenance schedule** looks intimidating if you’re used to oil changes and spark plugs, but in practice it’s simpler: tires, brakes, filters, a few fluids, and periodic checks on the high‑voltage system. If you respect the 1–2‑year cadence, take tires seriously, and keep up with software and coolant at the long‑interval milestones, an EQE can be a relatively low‑drama luxury EV to own.
If you’re considering a **used EQE**, the smartest move is to combine this schedule with hard data. That’s where Recharged comes in: every vehicle we list includes a **Recharged Score battery report, transparent pricing, and EV‑specialist support** to walk you through maintenance history, upcoming costs, and how the car compares to other luxury EVs you might be shopping. That way you’re not just buying a badge, you’re buying an electric Mercedes whose maintenance story and battery health you actually understand.
