Mercedes-Benz Unveils Its Flagship EQS Electric SUV
Offered in both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive options.
Mercedes-Benz has now unveiled its flagship EQS electric SUV. The first SUV to be built on the automaker’s new EPA-2 platform, the EQS SUV shares many similarities with its sedan sibling, especially when it comes to its interior. Most of the same tech can be found, including the MBUX Hyperscreen, Dolby Atmos surround sound system, and HEPA filter, but the similarities also extend to the exterior, such as the shared rear-axle steering that can reach up to 10 degrees and the DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps upfront.
As you’d expect, the SUV measures 7.8 inches taller than the sedan which adds room for up to seven seats. Two powertrain options will be provided, with the lower tier rear-wheel-drive variant pushing out 355 horsepower while the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive variant will be able to push out a much higher 536 horsepower. Both configurations share the same charging capabilities of up to 200kW, filling up from 10 to 80% in a mere 30 minutes. At full charge, both will provide a range of 372 miles.
There’s currently no specific release date or pricing yet for the new EQS SUV, but Mercedes-Benz expects to deliver them later this year.
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