The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS Saloon: The Complete Guide For The UK

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Overview

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Mercedes-Benz, simply known as Mercedes, is a leading global luxury automative manufacturer based in Germany. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart and is famed for its high quality passenger vehicles, to include the Mercedes-Maybach. However, the company is also a leader in manufacturing commercial vehicles, to include the plug-in Mercedes eSprinter commercial EV and the plug-in Mercedes eVito electric van.

Mercedes-Benz EQ is the sub-brand used by the company for its portfolio of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and mild hybrids. The pure electric cars are branded as EQ, while the PHEVs are branded as EQ Power. The mild hybrid vehicles are branded as EQ Boost. The BEV portfolio includes:

• The all-electric EQC
• The all-electric EQV
• The all-electric EQA
• The all-electric EQS
• The all-electric EQB
• The all-electric EQE

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The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS Saloon

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The all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQS saloon is part of the Mercedes-Benz EQ electric mobility family. The EQS was shown at the International Motor Show Germany in 2019, as the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQS. The EQS production model was unveiled in April 2021. Production of the electric saloon commenced in October 2021. The EQS is based on the EV platform, MEA.

The EQS saloon is available, both, as a rear-wheel drive (RWD) and a higher performance all-wheel (AWD) drive variant. Both variants have the same EV battery size (108.4 kWh) with a WLTP quoted e-range up to 453 miles for the EQS 450+ and 358 miles for the AMG EQS 53 4MATIC + electric cars.

Of course, the real-world pure electric range will be lower, impacted by a number of factors, to include, speed! So not surprising to note the lower e-range for the higher performance EQS 53. For the EQS 450+ expect a real-world range closer to 385 miles, while for the EQS 53 4MATIC +, a range of 300 miles will be more realistic. In any case, the EV range offered is impressive, practical and useful for most driving needs, to include, longer distance motorway trips.

Both variants offer DC charging up to 200 kW as standard. The EV battery can be charged up to 80% in 31 minutes. The manufacturer also offers a 3-phase 11 kW AC onboard charger as standard. However, as most homes in the UK are limited to single-phase power supply, taking advantage of the 11 kW charging speed will only be for those with access to 3-phase EV charging at home, workplace or a public charging station.

Using a dedicated three-phase (11 kW) EV charger like easee, the EQS electric car can be fully charged in 10 hours. Single-phase charging will take longer (15 hours and 30 minutes). We at e-zoomed recommend charging overnight at home, when the electricity tariff rates are cheaper.

The rear-wheel drive EQS 450+ delivers 0-62 mph in 6.2 seconds (max power: 333/ torque: 568 Nm). The higher performance all-wheel drive AMG EQS 53 4MATIC + delivers 0-62 mph in a whopping 3.8 seconds (max power: 658/ torque: 950 Nm). The top speed of the EV is 137 mph. Of course, the electric car also benefits from instant torque.

The EQS has a high quality interior and specifications, to include: a dual-screen infotainment system as standard, with an option for a MBUX hyperscreen (17.7 inches). The luxurious EQS electric vehicle (EV) is packed with technology, to include: active distance assist DISTRONIC, rear sensors for the lane departure assistant, active steering assist, fingerprint scanner, MBUX multimedia system, widescreen cockpit, 360° camera, memory parking assist and more. In terms of practicality, the EQS electric car offers an impressive 610 L boot space. The roofline does impact the rear-view visibility.

Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-2%) tax charge for pure electric cars. The Mercedes-Benz EQS is available to lease via e-zoomed at fantastic prices. Simply follow this link to enquire!

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PROS	CONS
Large EV battery and good electric range	Top of the range expensive (options not cheap either)
200 kW DC charging and 11 kW onboard charger as standard	Exterior design may not appeal to those seeking a more traditional styling
Good boot space (610 L)	Sloping roofline impact rear view visibility

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The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS Saloon (credit: Mercedes)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Vehicle Type:	Saloon
Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG):	Not Available
Engine:	Electric
Available In UK:	Yes

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Variants (7 Options)
EQS 450+ AMG Line (from £102,160)
EQS 450+ AMG Line Premium (from £109,160 )
EQS 450+ Luxury (from £109,160)
EQS 450+ AMG Line Premium Plus (from £116,160)
EQS 450+ Exclusive Luxury (from £116,160)
Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 Night Edition (from £157,160)
Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 Touring (from £157,160)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in one battery size: 108.4 kWh
Charging:	200 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 31 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (10%-100%: 10 hrs)
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
Warranty:	8 years or 100,000 miles

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1512
Width (mm):	2125
Length (mm):	5216
Wheelbase (mm):	3210
Turning Circle (m):	11.9
Boot Space (L):	610

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Average Cost Of Residential Charging
Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh	£2.40
Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh	£4.32
Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh	£5.64
Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh	£6.48
Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh	£7.20
Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh	£9.22
Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh	£10.22
Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh	£11.09
Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh	£12.96
Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh	£14.40

• Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
• Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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EQS 450+
EV Battery Capacity:	108.4 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	404 – 453 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km):	193 – 170
Charging:	200 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 31 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (10%-100%: 10 hrs)
Top Speed:	137 mph
0-62 mph:	6.2 seconds
Drive:	Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Max Power (hp):	333
Torque (Nm):	568
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	2,480
Colours:	9
NCAP Safety Rating:	Five-Star

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AMG EQS 53 4MATIC +
EV Battery Capacity:	108.4 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	336 – 358 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km):	193 – 170
Charging:	200 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 31 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (10%-100%: 10 hrs)
Top Speed:	137 mph
0-62 mph:	3.8 seconds
Drive:	All-wheel drive (AWD)
Max Power (hp):	658
Torque (Nm):	950
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	2,655
Colours:	9
NCAP Safety Rating:	Five-Star

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