Video Summary
- The EQS has an 'energy shine' mode, also called 'circus mode', which presents acceleration effects.- Driving through tunnels or at night makes the ambient lighting noticeable and fun for passengers.
- The car was tested in winter conditions for efficiency, range, and charging.
- It's one of the most expensive EVs available.
- The grill is closed with a small star pattern.
- LED headlights are standard, but digital light is optional for individual pixel use.
- Color for the day is either Twilight Blue or Sodalite Blue.
- The length is 5.22 m or 205 inches.
- Unique one-bow design going all the way through.
- The reviewer considers the design 'ugly' and seeks comments on the styling.
- Wheels range from 19 inches (Germany) up to 22 inches (USA).
- EQS logo and chrome window frames appear.
- Target of 31 minutes to charge from 10% to 80% state of charge.
- Rear-wheel steering at 4.5 degrees in opposite direction of rear wheels, or optional 10 degrees controlled by software unlock.
- No trunk can be opened from the front.
- The wiper fluid fill-in is accessable from front hood
- The EQS 350 (RWD), 90 kWH and 6.6 sec acceleration.
- The EQS 450+ (RWD) 108 kWH and 6.2 sec acceleration.
- The EQS 580 / 53 AMG, 108 kWH and 4.3/3.4 sec acceleration.
- Rear acceleration testing from 50 km/h. Top speed was soon reached.
- Wind noise is audible. The rear brakes are in full use.
- For those who prefer, there are several options to use. Such as; Apple Car Play.
- Three screens inside: 12.3-inch, plus optional 12.8-inch S-Class-like vertical, or $6000-dollar and up hyperscreen at 17.7-inch and even having a 12.3 passenger screen.
- Interior design is amazing, and seats can have a good massage; with heat and fan, it also has a memory function.
- Seating ergonomics are not quite right. Should be tested beforehand.
- A key finding was that this was a high-level review overall, but not the best interior. High battery level; which was good for longer driving.
- One button can control cool seats, heated seats, and memory functions. Button use lacks a haptic feel.
- The Burmester sound system is awesome.
- There is limited headroom for taller drivers. No animal free interiors are available.
- The heat is too heavy in temperature, but has great range. Digital light system is useful for individual pixel use.
- Recoup setting will reset every time the vehicle is restarted.
- No good access for rear seats, limited space, and a not so useful angle.
- Rear Axel Steering comes standard, 4.5 or 10 degree options to make it agile and better for handling.
- Driving suspension is comfortable for larger wheels.
- In closing remarks, this car was a lot of fun to drive overall. Has decent steering, great handling, and air suspension for comfort, just to name a few pros. There were also some cons, including a weird "dead zone" for speed and a limited trunk, for example.
