A very intriguing development in the automotive industry is the introduction of SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles). SUV is a term largely used to define a wide range of four-wheeled vehicles, and it is known for its classic blend of both on-road and off-road features to give a convenient passenger and driver experience. The SUV is also known for its vast contribution to global environmental degradation and poor performance on fuel use.
However, there’s a new twist to that tale as Mercedes introduces its all-new electric EQS SUV models, leading the front line for the next generation of vehicles. With an estimated price of over $100,000, the electric SUV will come in two models, the EQS 580 and 450 4MATIC, offering comfort, excellent built interior, and awesome performance.
What You Should Know About the Mercedes Benz 2023 EQS SUV
The two models of the Mercedes Benz EQS SUV are fully packed with different optional modifications that you can choose to suit your taste. And these options are; a bespoke interior that’s alluring and cool, great connectivity and infotainment features, more seating and space, cutting-edge technology, and its all-new electric motor setting. The Mercedes Benz EQS SUV also offers an off-road feature that allows the car to face varying terrains without causing the user to panic.
Here’s a look at some of the specific features of the EQS:
Torque, Performance, and Power
The SUV is designed to allow for more space and seating allocation, which requires great power and performance from the engine. The two models of the Mercedes Benz SUV have their respective specifications for power but still offer great value. The EQS580 offers 630lb-ft and 536 horsepower providing an all-wheel-drive between its rear and front-mounted electric motors. In comparison, the EQS45O provides 355 horsepower and a single motor rear-wheel drive, accelerating up to 60 miles per hour in less than seven seconds. Also offering an off-road feature that motorists might never use, the EQS SUV provides a technology designed to tackle off-road terrains such as gravel, sand, and others. It has an adaptive air suspension and rear axle system, which makes steering easier and increases mobility.
Battery, Charging, and Driving Range
The Mercedes Benz EQS SUV does its best to give optimum performance with its lithium-ion battery pack of 107.8 kwh. The vehicle has up to 316 miles of driving range in all-wheel drive and 333 miles in rear-wheel drive. The electric SUV offers fast charging, as Mercedes estimates a 31-minute fast DC charge time, going up from 10% to 80% in minutes.
Design
The EQS SUV has a great structural design to make the exterior and interior parts of the car look sleek. A few features are seen on the vehicle’s exterior that give the car an aerodynamic edge at every level. One of such features is a smooth platform underneath the vehicle supplemented with spoilers to add to the dimension and smoothly sculpted panels on either side of the car, so it can separate the airflow and increase wind resistance. Also, it has a well-carved roofline and narrowed backline complemented with LED lighting to give it the ultimate GLS-class look.
The interior of the EQS SUV is as bespoke as any other Mercedes Benz SUV. The car is designed to give more room for shoulders, heads, and cargo, and the world-class interior provides riders with comfort. Mercedes maintains its use of polished metals and leather while offering a seat setting for up to seven passengers.
It features active ambient lighting with combinations of various colors and a 12-inch touchscreen system in the front part of the car, and you can electronically adjust the seats. It also features an energized high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter, which uses active carbon to prevent the introduction of dust and pollen grains into the car atmosphere. Still, in the car’s internal environment, passengers can sift through five pre-installed climate zones using a panel.
It has a 56-inch Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) hyper screen, which uses OLED technology to deliver the best image quality despite the lighting condition and covers the dashboard’s full area. This feature is the most scintillating of all features of the EQS, but it does have a slight problem with reflection, and it is only available in one of the two models of the EQS SUV.
Other features worthy of note include:
- The Dolby Atmos sound system and Burmester speakers provide a 3D user experience.
- A unique car fragrance. The No. 6 Mood Mimosa gives the EQS SUV an earthy feel, and the HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filter prevents passengers from smelling the outdoor environment.
- A 17-inch screen for infotainment.
- A huge cargo space of about 31 inches.
- Massaging, heating, and cooling options for the front seats and seating for up to seven people.
- New and standard Silver Waves and Vivid Flux soundscapes.
- Comfort, Eco, Individual, and Sport driving modes for the driver to choose from.
- On road assistance such as lane-keeping, monitoring of blind spots and packing assistance.
The Mercedes Benz EQS SUV has been estimated to cost between a hundred and ten thousand dollars to a hundred and thirty thousand dollars ($110,000 – $130,000) for both models. With equipment ranging from the standard rear-axle steering, active ambient lighting, and MBUX multimedia system, Burmester speakers, a smoothly sculpted roof cover, wireless charging, and an OLED central screen. And also, optional features such as the 56-inch, multiple units futuristic hyper screen, optional third-row seating, an onboard camera system, and varying climate control zones, the EQS SUV is definitely worth its official price.
Different companies are trying to up their game in the production of SUVs, since Mercedes has blazed a trail in the SUV automotive market. The EQS SUV is one for the books. All-electric technology lowers the risk of environmental degradation and combines on and off-road features for user comfort, world-class interior, infotainment features, and driving assistance. The Mercedes Benz EQS SUV will be a huge brand in the electric SUV market.
