Price: TBC Engine: Permanent magnet, synchronous, rear Transmission: 2-speed auto Combined power: 245 kW Torque: 568 N.m 0-100 km/h: 6,20 seconds* Top speed: 210 km/h* Energy consumption: 20,4-15,7 kWh/100 km* CO2: 0 g/km Rivals: Audi E-Tron; Jaguar I-Pace; Porsche Taycan
class-leading range; superb refinement; a genuine game changer steering feel and dynamics feel slightly synthesized+
The “game-changer” label tends to be loosely thrown around nowadays but, when it comes to the brand-new Mercedes-Benz EQS, the term is completely appropriate. Here’s a clean-sheet debutant that will not only spearhead the three-pointed star’s sedan line-up, but also sets the bar for all of Merc’s upcoming battery-powered offerings, of which there will be several.
Unlike preceding EQ models, the EQS is underpinned by brand new, dedicated EV architecture, rather than using a platform sourced from an existing combustion-powered vehicle. The headline stats for the EQS include a touring range of up to 780 km on a full charge and fast-charging capability that provides 300 km of range with a 15-minute zap.
Harnessing all the packaging benefits of its electrified powertrain (obviously, no bulky engine up front), the EQS has a distinct cab-forward design, with a short dash-to-axle ratio and an expansive wheelbase.
Measuring 5 216 mm in length and 1 926 mm wide, it sits halfway between the standard and long-wheelbase S-Class, although its tapered styling makes the EQS appear much more compact than it actually is on the road.
The key number to note is a wheelbase stretched to 3 210 mm, which means there’s acres of sprawling room inside the EQS with no transmission/driveshaft tunnel impinging on cabin space, of course.
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