The Mercedes EQS electric SUV is the first EV from the brand to offer space for seven passengers. With a dedicated off-road mode, aerodynamic profile and opulent cabin, EQS SUV takes the flagship game to next level.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV was officially unveiled to the world on Tuesday as the flagship, battery-powered, top-of-the-line electric vehicle (EV) from the Germans. While the EQS will lead the charge for Mercedes in the electric sedan space and will also make its way to India with local manufacturing here, the EQS SUV will be manufactured at the US plant in Tuscaloosa and will be launched here later this year. The electric EQS SUV is making numerous big claims as the most capable and extremely luxurious battery-powered option.
The third model to be based on the new modular architecture for premium and luxury class electric vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, the Mercedes EQS SUV. In North America, the EQS SUV will be offered in two broad trims.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV specs:
The EQS SUV 450+ gets a Permanently Excited Synchronous Motor (PSM) on the rear axle and it produces 355 hp and offers 568 Nm of torque. But it is the EQS 580 4MATIC SUV that will wear the crown with its single PSM motor on each axle for a total output of 536 hp and a mouth-watering 858 Nm of torque.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV charge and range:
The EQS SUV from Mercedes can charge from 10% to 80% in 31 minutes if a DC fast charger is used. Capable of being charged at a max rate of 200 kW, the EV will be able to power to full in around 11.25 hours if a more conventional AC charging option is taken. Mercedes also claims a range of around 600 kms per charge, as per WLTP testing.