Summary
The Mercedes-Benz EQS (V297) is a battery electric full-size luxury liftback car produced by German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Group. It was released in September 2021 in Germany and the fourth quarter of the year in the United States.[7] As a battery-electric vehicle, it is part of the Mercedes-Benz EQ family.[8]
| Mercedes-Benz EQS | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz Group |
| Model code | V297 |
| Production | May 2021 – present[1] |
| Model years | 2022–present |
| Assembly |
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| Designer | Robert Lešnik, Lukas Haag, Mark Fetherston, Gabriel Nemeth, Balázs Filczer[5] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size luxury car (F) |
| Body style | 5-door liftback |
| Layout | |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz EVA platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Permanent magnet AC synchronous |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | Direct-drive automatic |
| Battery | 108 kWh 400V NCM 811 lithium-ion |
| Electric range | WLTP: 108.4 kWh 2wd: 488 mi (785 km)[6] 107.8 kWh 4wd: 420 mi (676 km) 90 kWh 2wd: 398 mi (640 km) |
| Plug-in charging | 22 kW 3-phase on board, 200 kW DC, bidirectional (Japan only) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm (126.4 in) |
| Length | 5,216–5,265 mm (205.4–207.3 in) |
| Width | 1,926 mm (75.8 in) |
| Height | 1,512–1,513 mm (59.5–59.6 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,480–2,655 kg (5,467–5,853 lb) |
Presentation edit
The EQS was presented at the 2019 International Motor Show Germany (IAA) as the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQS and foreshadows the future Mercedes-Benz series luxury electric sedan cars announced for 2021. The production model debuted on 15 April 2021. The EQS 450+ variant with 245 kW costs €106,374, while the all-wheel-drive model EQS 580 4MATIC is listed at €135,529. The EQS went on sale in the UK by September 2021, with prices starting from £99,995 for the EQS 450+ AMG Line. In December 2021, Mercedes-Benz unveiled and priced the EQS in China. Scheduled for April 2022, four versions of the EQS would be available in China starting at ¥1.08 million, which is just under €150,000 or $170,000.[7]
Technical details edit
The EQS is the first EQ model that is based on the technical platform specific to the electric models, called the MEA.[9][10] Its automobile drag coefficient is as low as 0.20, making it the most aerodynamic car in production at the time of its introduction.[11][12]
The car is powered by a water-cooled permanent magnet synchronous motor from Valeo Siemens in the EQS 450+ model, and by two of these motors in the EQS 580 4MATIC model. The torque is sent from the motor(s) to the wheels through a single-speed reduction gearbox. In the single-motor EQS 450+ model, the motor has a rated power of 245 kW (329 hp), and a braking power of 186 kW (249 hp), allowing a deceleration of 5 m·s−2. German motor journalist Alexander Bloch from Auto Motor und Sport found the energy consumption to be 150...160 W·h/km at 130 km/h (81 mph), and the average energy consumption to be 158 W·h/km. With the 107.8 kW·h secondary cell, the car has a range of more than 638 km. The average recharging power is 163 kW with a peak of >200 kW, allowing the car to reach a 79% state of charge in about half an hour.[13]
The Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ was presented at the Munich Motor Show in September 2021 and is the first all-electric AMG car. It has two electric motors producing 560 kW (751 hp) of power and delivering 1,020 N⋅m (752 lbf⋅ft) of torque. Its handling characteristics as well as its cooling system have been upgraded to match the motors' higher power output.[14]
Equipment edit
A luxury car, the EQS comes with rear-wheel steering, over-the-air updates, wireless phone charging, 360-degree camera system, keyless entry, and can optionally be equipped with seats with massage, head-up display with augmented reality, automatically opening and closing doors, integrated toll payment system, gesture controls, HEPA air filter, heat, noise, and infrared rays insulated glass and heated windshield.[15]
MBUX Hyperscreen edit
The high-end versions of Mercedes-Benz EQS feature two separate OLED screens and an LCD instrument cluster that covers nearly the full extension of the dashboard.[16] The whole infotainment system is powered by eight CPU cores and 24 gigabytes of RAM.[17] The multi-purpose digital dashboard has been well received by consumers.[18]
Safety and automated features edit
The car has several safety and automated features, including adaptive cruise control, lane centering, automatic lane changing, automated emergency braking, avoidance assist (for pedestrians and bicycles), blind spot monitoring including rear seat exit warning, cross-traffic alert, traffic-sign recognition, automatic parking assist, and adaptive headlights.[15]
The car can optionally be fit with a level 3 autonomous driving feature named Drive Pilot allowing the driver to take his hands off the wheel and his eyes off the road in heavy traffic up to a 60 km/h (37 mph) speed on 13,191 kilometres (8,197 mi) of German motorways. The system is a world first and works by using lidar cameras, microphones, and various sensors. It is planned to also become available to other countries.[19][20][21] The car is the first that can be fit a level 4 automated valet parking system named Intelligent Park Pilot.[21][22]
Models edit
The specifications include:[23][24][25]
| Model | Years | Power | Torque | Battery capacity full/usable [kWh] |
Drivetrain | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | Top speed | Max. range (WLTP) | Range (EPA)[26] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQS 350 | 2022– | 215 kW (292 PS; 288 hp) |
565 N⋅m (417 lb⋅ft) |
100/90.6 | RWD | 6.6 s | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
638 km (396 mi) |
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| EQS 450+ | 2021– | 245 kW (333 PS; 329 hp) |
568 N⋅m (419 lb⋅ft) |
120/107.8 | 6.2 s | 785 km (488 mi) |
350 mi (563 km) | ||
| EQS 450 4MATIC |
2022– | 265 kW (360 PS; 355 hp) |
800 N⋅m (590 lb⋅ft) |
4WD | 5.6 s | 685 km (426 mi) |
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| EQS 500 4MATIC |
330 kW (449 PS; 443 hp) |
855 N⋅m (631 lb⋅ft) |
4.8 s | ||||||
| EQS 580 4MATIC |
2021– | 385 kW (523 PS; 516 hp) |
4.3 s | 676 km (420 mi) |
340 mi (547 km) | ||||
| AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ |
2022– | 484–560 kW (658–761 PS; 649–751 hp) |
949 N⋅m (700 lb⋅ft) |
3.4–3.8 s | 220 km/h (137 mph) |
586 km (364 mi) |
277 mi (446 km)[27] |
Reviews and reception edit
In December 2022, Bloomberg News listed the EQS as a "terrific" (great) alternative option to the Tesla Model S for auto owners angered by Elon Musk.[28]
References edit
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz begins production of EQS electric luxury sedan at Factory 56 in Sindelfingen". Green Car Congress. 13 May 2021. Retrieved 24 May 2023.
- ^ "Mercedes launches EQS 580, first 'Made in India' luxury electric car". Hindustan Times. 1 October 2022. Retrieved 24 May 2023.
- ^ Cnoe, MoO (23 July 2021). "Mercedes-EQS rt̄hynt̒ fịf̂ā 100% prakxb thịy peid tạw ch̀wng t̂n pī 2022 p̄hæn thạ̀w lok prạb pĕn fịf̂ā l̂wn thuk rùn nı 9 pī" Mercedes-EQS รถยนต์ไฟฟ้า 100% ประกอบไทย เปิดตัวช่วงต้นปี 2022 แผนทั่วโลกปรับเป็นไฟฟ้าล้วนทุกรุ่นใน 9 ปี [Mercedes-EQS, a 100% electric car assembled in Thailand, launched in early 2022, with a global plan to switch to all electric models in 9 years]. HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). Retrieved 24 May 2023.
- ^ Lim, Anthony (15 February 2023). "Mercedes-Benz EQS500 4Matic CKD in Malaysia – 696 km EV range; faster; RM50k less than CBU; RM649k". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 23 June 2023.
- ^ "Mercedes-EQ, EQS, design sketch exterior". Mercedes-Benz Group Media. 2022. Retrieved 24 May 2023.[dead link]
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz EQS 2021 AMG". Qesot. 2021. Retrieved 24 May 2023.
- ^ a b Aquilina, John (10 August 2021). "Mercedes EQS launches for €106,374". Electrive.com. Retrieved 10 August 2021.
- ^ Fowler, Steve. "Mercedes to launch 10 all-electric models by 2022". Auto Express. Archived from the original on 4 September 2018. Retrieved 7 September 2018.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz to launch ultra-luxurious EQ S electric saloon in 2020". Autocar.
- ^ "Mercedes EQ S to be flagship in £9bn electric model blitz | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk.
- ^ The electric Mercedes EQS is the world's most aerodynamic production car Cnet.com / 15 April 2021
- ^ "Finally: say hello to the Mercedes EQS !". 15 April 2021.
- ^ Patrick Lang: Das wirklich beste Elektroauto der Welt! in auto motor und sport, 27 June 2021, retrieved 15 July 2021 (in German)
- ^ Mercedes-AMG EQS53 4Matic+ revealed – brand’s first performance EV receives up to 761 PS and 1,020 Nm Gerard Lye / 6 September 2021
- ^ a b Golson, Daniel. "2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS electric sedan: Design, specs and all the details". Roadshow.
- ^ "The Mercedes EQS has this vast all-digital dashboard". Top Gear. 7 January 2021. Retrieved 10 January 2021.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz MBUX Hyperscreen is a vast digital dash for the 2022 EQS electric sedan". SlashGear. 7 January 2021. Retrieved 10 January 2021.
- ^ Golson, Daniel. "Mercedes-Benz design chief Gorden Wagener on the EQS' Hyperscreen: 'Bigger the better'". Roadshow. Retrieved 10 January 2021.
- ^ "Mercedes : première validation pour une voiture autonome". Auto Journal (in French). 10 December 2021.
- ^ "Mercedes Gets International Approval For Level 3 Autonomous Tech". Motor1.com. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ a b Group, Mercedes-Benz (6 April 2022). "Mercedes-Benz – the front runner in automated driving and safety technologies". Mercedes-Benz Group. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ Dieter (23 July 2019). "Mercedes is first OEM to offer level 4 automated valet parking". Global Fleet. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ McCann, John (15 April 2021). "Mercedes EQS release date, range, performance and features". TechRadar. Retrieved 17 July 2021.
- ^ Stafford, Eric (15 April 2021). "2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS: What We Know So Far". Car and Driver. Retrieved 17 July 2021.
- ^ Meiners, Jens (5 September 2021). "751-HP 2023 Mercedes-AMG EQS Has Tesla Model S in Its Sights". Car and Driver. Retrieved 5 September 2021.
- ^ Goodwin, Antuan (8 October 2021). "2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS gets 350-mile EPA estimated range". Roadshow. CNET. Retrieved 9 October 2021.
- ^ "2022 AMG EQS 53 Sedan".
- ^ "An EV Buying Guide for People Fed Up With Tesla's Elon Musk". Bloomberg.com. 19 December 2022. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
External links edit
- Concept Mercedes-Maybach EQS Daimler AG. 5 September 2021
- Premiere of the Concept Mercedes-Maybach EQS 5 September 2021
- EQS of Mercedes-EQ