Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- Brand: Mercedes Benz
- Body Type: SUV
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is a battery electric full-size luxury crossover SUV produced by the German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Group. An SUV counterpart of the EQS liftback, it is positioned as the battery electric version of the GLS. It is the third model built on the dedicated Electric Vehicle Architecture, following the EQS and the EQE sedan. The model also offers optional third-row seating.
The vehicle was unveiled on 19 April 2022. Three versions will be offered, which are EQS 450, EQS 450 4MATIC, and EQS 580 4MATIC. The EQS 450’s motor has a peak power output of 265 kW 360 PS; 355 hp and produces 568 N⋅m 57.9 kp⋅m; 419 lb⋅ft of peak torque 800 N⋅m 81.6 kp⋅m; 590 lb⋅ft for the 4MATIC version, while the EQS 580 SUV is powered by more powerful dual motors which produce a combined power of up to 400 kW 544 PS; 536 hp and deliver a peak torque of 858 N⋅m 87.5 kp⋅m; 633 lb⋅ft.
The vehicle received a large 56-inch MBUX Hyperscreen system that includes the instrument cluster, infotainment screen, and passenger display that runs across the car’s dashboard. The headroom in the first and second row of seats with sliding sunroof is 1,034 mm 40.7 in.
