[RahulNagaraj]

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its new EQS SUV. The electric 7-seater SUV is now the brand's flagship electric offering in the segment and will take on the likes of the BMW iX and Tesla Model X.



The new Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV will be offered in two variants, similar to the EQS sedan (unveiled last year). These include the EQS 450+ and the EQS 580 4MATIC. The base variant comes with a single electric motor powering the rear axle and produces 355 BHP and 568 Nm. The top-spec, on the other hand, features dual electric motors (one on each axle), producing a combined output of 536 BHP and 858 Nm.



Both trim levels of the EQS SUV are said to be capable of charging from 10 - 80 per cent in just 31 minutes, using a DC fast charger. Mercedes-Benz also states that the EQS can cover a maximum range of around 600 km (WLTP cycle), which is about 170 km less than its sedan sibling.



The EQS SUV carries forward the familiar design philosophy of its other electric-powered siblings. The SUV features a black panel at the front, flanked by sleek LED headlights, large aerodynamic alloy wheels, and a full width LED light bar for the taillights at the rear. The SUV also features a panoramic sunroof, flush-fitting door handles, a side-step and a roof-integrated spoiler at the rear; among others.



Inside, the EQS SUV features the brand's MBUX hyperscreen integrating three displays (the instrument cluster, the infotainment unit and a separate screen for the front passenger). The car also comes with ventilated & heated seats, a rear-seat entertainment system with removable 116-inch touchscreen control and a fingerprint scanner to customise the setting for each seat.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is expected to go on sale internationally sometime later this year. Prices for the flagship electric SUV will be announced closer to the time of launch.

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[volkman10]

Mercedes EQS SUV. Can this high-end luxury EV SUV beat the BMW iX

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9o1...utogef%C3%BChl

[volkman10]

Technical details of the Mercedes EQS SUV:

The new EQS SUV shares the long wheelbase (3210 millimetres) with the EQS Saloon, but is over 20 centimetres higher. The dimensions in detail: 5125/1959/1718 millimetres (length/width[2]/height[3]). The interior dimensions benefit from these generous SUV dimensions and from the advantages of the purpose design tailored to the electric platform. The second row of seats can be electrically adjusted as standard. Up to four golf bags fit in the boot. A third row of seats with two additional individual seats and extensive comfort features for all passengers is available as an option.

The EQS Saloon is the current aerodynamics world champion for production cars[4]. Its purpose design with smooth underbody and usually closed radiator shutter was a good starting point for aerodynamic measures on the EQS SUV. The optimisation of SUV-typical flow details led to a hitherto unique combination of spaciousness and aerodynamic efficiency.

[Neelavi]

The EQ series designs may be very efficient but is so lacking in character and appeal. Will be bought purely for the luxury interiors I guess.

[GTO]

Originally Posted by Neelavi

Will be bought purely for the luxury interiors I guess.

May not be the case. If you look at actual owner & enthusiast reviews of the EQS sedan, the interior quality is not even close to that of the S-Class. Clearly, corners have been cut to accommodate the high cost of the EV drivetrain.

[Neelavi]

Originally Posted by GTO

May not be the case. If you look at actual owner & enthusiast reviews of the EQS sedan, the interior quality is not even close to that of the S-Class. Clearly, corners have been cut to accommodate the high cost of the EV drivetrain.

I guess Mercedes tried to position the EQS as a pinnacle of tech for the early adopters vs the S which is still meant as the pinnacle of traditional luxury.

On the design front I withdraw my comment. The EQS is a beauty - atleast has function if not form - next to the super ugly i7/ 7 series. Looks like a race to the bottom!