The upgraded Mercedes-Benz EQS continues to serve its purpose as an all-electric flagship sedan by making necessary modifications to the vehicle’s platform, software, and overall efficiency. Since its launch in 2021, the Mercedes-Benz EQS has received an updated electric car platform, new driving modes, and other digital features.
How far can the new EQS drive on a single charge?
The current EQS 450+ offers a WLTP driving range of 926 kilometres. The figure represents an improvement of about 13% compared to its predecessors.
The improvements include better battery chemistry, aerodynamics, and improved regenerative braking. In the new model, regenerative braking captures up to 385 kW of energy as the vehicle slows.
Which charging and battery technology does the EQS have?
For charging and battery management, the new EQS features an 800-volt architecture, enabling faster charging than previous models. It will enable the vehicle to charge at up to 350 kW at fast-charging stations, providing about 320 kilometres in 10 minutes.
When charging the vehicle at 400-volt charging stations, the system splits the battery internally, which enables the vehicle to charge efficiently at 175 kW. Besides, the new model has V2G and V2H capabilities, allowing the vehicle’s battery to provide electricity to the home or the grid when supported by the infrastructure.
What innovations improve driving and manoeuvring?
Another addition worth mentioning is the steering-by-wire innovation, which replaces the mechanical linkage between the steering wheel and the front wheels with an electronic system that enables a flexible, variable steering ratio. The technology would enable enhanced manoeuvring in town while maintaining stable performance at higher speeds.
In turn, EQS features innovations in the suspension system, including cloud-based damper adjustment in the AIRMATIC system. Such an innovative system enables adjusting dampers depending on upcoming road irregularities.
Driver-assistance systems are equipped with more sophisticated sensors – up to 27 pieces – and improved computer hardware. In this way, parking assist can automatically perform diagonal parking manoeuvres at up to 5 km/h.
What is the level of advancement in EQS Software and Infotainment System?
The car is built on the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), which integrates all vehicle functions into a single computing system—the MB.OS supports over-the-air software updates, enabling the addition of new features and improved performance even after the initial purchase.
The infotainment system uses the MBUX Hyperscreen, which comprises three screen units embedded in a single large display spanning more than 55 inches. The system also uses an artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistant to process complex commands.
Two separate 13.1-inch screens are offered for rear-seat passengers, with an efficient HEPA air filtration system to minimise particle intrusion into the vehicle.
What improvements in design and comfort have been made?
The changes on the outside are quite minimal but involve adjustments to lighting elements and grilles. The DIGITAL LIGHT system delivers more lighting with its high-beam headlights, covering up to 600 metres, while increasing energy efficiency.
Changes to the inside are primarily focused on materials and comfort, such as new trim designs and heated seatbelts that keep the front seats warm in colder weather. More personalisation is available through colour and interior choices.
Price information, release date, and availability
The redesigned Mercedes-Benz EQS can now be ordered in Germany, with the price starting from around USD 111,343. In other countries, the car will become available according to each country’s release strategy.
Steer-by-wire technology is scheduled to be available shortly after the release, depending on the version and market availability.
