Video Summary
Here is a summary of the YouTube video review of the Mercedes EQS:The EQS can be found used for around $30,000, an absolutely insane depreciation from its original $100,000 price. Rumors about the EQS's build quality haven't exactly been kind. Repair costs for the EQS are eye-watering. The EQS is built very well with recycled steel reinforced with aluminum, giving it serious structural integrity and crash protection. This also equips it to stand the test of time. Many EVs, like Tesla, use mild steel that is more prone to rust and rock damage. The EQS has a strong range, like 300-400 miles on a single charge. It has a 107.8 kilowatt hour lithium-ion battery with active liquid cooling and integrated heat pump tech. This makes the battery reliable in various conditions, which owners report leads to very little battery degradation over two to three years of ownership. The high voltage battery has a 10-year/155,000-mile warranty. The front grill might look cool, but is a massive target for rocks and road debris. Replacement cost for the grill is north of $8,500, which is what owners have reported. The MBUX Hyperscreen might be a standout feature, but it’s one continuous piece on the front dash that is not cheap to replace if it cracks. The cost can be north of $12,000. To avoid such costs, buying the car with some sort of coverage is advised. Repairs are not cheap on this car. For most owners, it isn't a good idea to buy this car because they don’t have a good savings account built up to handle the high dollar repair bills. However, the EQS is absolutely a premium EV, but it is also one that should be treated like a premium EV and/or a supercar due to how much the repair costs may be.
