Sedan · 5 seats · RWD
Available to orderMercedes-Benz EQS
Everything you need to plan life with a EQS: 30 variants compared, charging times at real charger powers, current prices, and how many stations it can actually use.
- Estimated range*
- 720 km
- Useable battery
- 122 kWh
- 10–80% @ 150 kW
- ~34 min
- Efficiency
- 169 Wh/km
Pick your version
EQS variants compared
| Variant | Battery | Range* | Drive | 0–100 | Germany | Netherlands | UK | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQS 450+ (MY26) Reference | 122 kWh | 720 km | RWD | 5.9 s | €108,635 | €108,567 | £104,540 | Available |
| EQS 500 4MATIC (MY26) | 122 kWh | 680 km | AWD | 4.5 s | €123,284 | €117,642 | — | Available |
| EQS 580 4MATIC (MY26) | 122 kWh | 670 km | AWD | 4.1 s | €134,732 | €135,792 | £126,455 | Available |
| EQS 400 (MY26) | 112 kWh | 670 km | RWD | 6.2 s | €94,403 | €101,307 | £91,765 | Available |
| EQS SUV 450+ | 118 kWh | 540 km | RWD | 6.8 s | €110,801 | €125,425 | — | Available |
| EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | 118 kWh | 530 km | AWD | 4.7 s | €147,923 | €173,825 | £139,480 | Available |
| EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | 118 kWh | 530 km | AWD | 5.3 s | €124,545 | €148,173 | — | Available |
| EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | 118 kWh | 530 km | AWD | 6.1 s | €114,609 | €129,660 | £129,480 | Available |
| EQS SUV Maybach 680 | 118 kWh | 490 km | AWD | 4.4 s | €200,634 | €216,780 | £200,870 | Available |
| EQS 450+ | 118 kWh | 685 km | RWD | 6.2 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 450 4MATIC | 118 kWh | 655 km | AWD | 5.7 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 580 4MATIC | 118 kWh | 640 km | AWD | 4.4 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 500 4MATIC | 118 kWh | 640 km | AWD | 4.9 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 450+ | 107.8 kWh | 635 km | RWD | 6.2 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 450+ | 108.4 kWh | 635 km | RWD | 6.1 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 450 4MATIC | 108.4 kWh | 610 km | AWD | 5.6 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 450 4MATIC | 107.8 kWh | 605 km | AWD | 5.6 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 500 4MATIC | 107.8 kWh | 590 km | AWD | 4.8 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 580 4MATIC | 108.4 kWh | 590 km | AWD | 4.3 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 580 4MATIC | 107.8 kWh | 590 km | AWD | 4.3 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 500 4MATIC | 108.4 kWh | 590 km | AWD | 4.8 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ | 118 kWh | 585 km | AWD | 3.4 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 350 | 96 kWh | 570 km | RWD | 6.7 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS 350 | 90.6 kWh | 540 km | RWD | 6.6 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ | 107.8 kWh | 540 km | AWD | 3.4 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ | 108.4 kWh | 535 km | AWD | 3.4 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS SUV 450+ | 108.4 kWh | 500 km | RWD | 6.7 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | 108.4 kWh | 490 km | AWD | 5.2 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | 108.4 kWh | 490 km | AWD | 6.0 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | 108.4 kWh | 485 km | AWD | 4.6 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
*Range figures are PlugSphere estimates of real-world driving range under mixed conditions — expect less in winter or at sustained motorway speeds. Prices include VAT for each market; * marks announced-but-unconfirmed prices.
At the charger
How fast does the Mercedes-Benz EQS charge?
Estimated 10–80% session times for the EQS 450+ (MY26) (122 kWh useable), computed by PlugSphere from the battery size, the 22 kW onboard AC charger and a typical DC charging power of 190 kW.
| Charger | Effective power | 10–80% time | Range added per 10 min |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.4 kW AC | ~6.7 kW | ~12 h 49 min | ~7 km |
| 11 kW AC | ~9.9 kW | ~8 h 38 min | ~10 km |
| 22 kW AC | ~19.8 kW | ~4 h 19 min | ~20 km |
| 50 kW DC | ~50 kW | ~1 h 42 min | ~49 km |
| 150 kW DC | ~150 kW | ~34 min | ~148 km |
| 350 kW DC | ~190 kW | ~27 min | ~187 km |
Method: 10–80% covers 70% of the useable battery; AC assumes ~90% charging efficiency; DC assumes the session averages the car's typical charging power up to the charger's limit. Real sessions vary with temperature and battery state.
Out in the real world
Where can a Mercedes-Benz EQS charge?
144,123
charging stations on the PlugSphere map have a connector this car can use (Type 2 CCS).
38,056
of them offer DC fast charging at 50 kW or more for quicker road-trip stops.
Counts from PlugSphere's worldwide station database (Open Charge Map data), refreshed with each import.
The details
Mercedes-Benz EQS specifications
Mercedes-Benz EQS — common questions
Answers computed from this model's data in the PlugSphere database.
Does the Mercedes-Benz EQS have a heat pump?
Yes — a heat pump is available, which helps protect driving range in cold weather.
Can the Mercedes-Benz EQS tow?
Yes — a towbar is approved with a braked rating of 750–1,800 kg depending on the variant. Check the exact variant before buying: towing approval differs between battery and drivetrain versions.
Can it power external devices (V2L)?
No — vehicle-to-load is not supported on this model.
What battery does the Mercedes-Benz EQS use?
The reference variant uses a NCM pack with 122 kWh of useable capacity.
Which public chargers can the Mercedes-Benz EQS use?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS charges via Type 2 CCS. On the PlugSphere map that matches 144,123 stations worldwide, of which 38,056 offer 50 kW+ DC fast charging.
How much does it cost to fully charge a Mercedes-Benz EQS?
With its 122 kWh useable battery, a full charge costs about €36.60 at a €0.30/kWh home tariff or roughly €73.20 at a €0.60/kWh public DC charger — before any session or idle fees. Put your own local price into the PlugSphere charging-cost calculator for an exact figure per country and per session.
How long will I be waiting at a charger with a Mercedes-Benz EQS?
Plan around 34 minutes for the usual 10–80% stop at a 150 kW charger — the Mercedes-Benz EQS sustains roughly 150 kW in a DC session. On AC, a full overnight charge at 11 kW takes about 12 hours. The charging-time calculator covers any charger power and state of charge.
How long does the Mercedes-Benz EQS battery last?
Expect the pack to outlast its industry-standard warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km to at least 70% capacity: fleet telemetry shows EV batteries losing only around 1.8–2% a year on average. The EQS uses NCM chemistry — keep daily charging near 80% to age it gently.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz EQS battery replacement cost?
Out of warranty, a 122 kWh pack costs roughly €12,200–€22,000 at 2026 pack-level prices of €100–180 per kWh, plus labour. Inside the 8-year battery warranty a failing pack is replaced free, and single-module repairs are often a fraction of the full price.
Should I charge the Mercedes-Benz EQS to 100% every night?
Daily 80% is the kinder habit for this model (NCM chemistry) — reserve 100% charges for long-trip days. Only LFP-battery EVs are designed for routine full charging.
Where should I stop on a long Mercedes-Benz EQS trip — and what is plan B?
The PlugSphere route planner spaces stops for the Mercedes-Benz EQS's real range (segments of roughly 576 km with a 90% start and 10% reserve) and picks stations along the actual road route — each suggested stop comes with two nearby backup chargers in case the first is busy or offline.
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Data compiled and computed by PlugSphere from manufacturer specifications and public sources; charging and range figures are estimates, not laboratory results. Spot an error? Tell us.