Car Guide Winner: 1st Place Large

2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan
Vehicle Type: Large Electric
102
overall score
Category Ranking: 1
Vehicle Price
Base Price:
$125,900
Price as Tested:
$140,800
Fuel Information
Fuel Type: Electricity
120V Charge Time: 4.1 miles per hour
240V Charge Time: 27.2 miles per hour
DC Fast Charger: 10% to 80% in 31 minutes
EPA City MPGe: 91
EPA Highway MPGe: 98
EPA Combined MPGe: 94
EPA-Est. Electric Range (mi): 340
Advanced Safety Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control [S]
- Advanced Headlights [S]
- Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- Blind-Spot Warning [S]
- Driver Monitoring [S]
- Forward-Collision Warning [S]
- Lane-Departure Warning [S]
- Lane-Keeping Assistance [S]
- Rear Cross-Traffic Warning [S]
- Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- [S] Standard, [O] Optional

Overall Observations
The EQS 580, the electric equivalent of Mercedes-
Benz’s iconic S-Class sedan, is an impressive car that
demonstrates the automaker’s level of commitment to an
EV future.
The EQS is Mercedes’ first model from its all-electric EQ sub
brand. The 580, with 2 electric motors and all-wheel drive, sits
in the middle of the EQS lineup, above the 450+ single-motor
version and below the AMG EQS. It overflows with all the luxurious
appointments, in-car tech, and ADAS features typical of the brand
and that any buyer shelling out $140,000 has a right to expect.
Not everyone is on board with the EQS exterior styling, but
there’s no disagreement about its performance capabilities. Its
efficient drivetrain produces excellent acceleration and power,
with lots of low-end torque, although overall handling and
drivability fall below that of the S-Class sedan. The ride quality is
comfortable, smooth, and silent; hardly any road noise enters the
cabin. MPGe ratings are good, and the overall EV range is a strong
340 miles.
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Click HereStrengths and Weaknesses
Strong Points
- • Efficient drivetrain, excellent overall EV range
- • Futuristic, distinctively M-B interior design
- • Smooth, quiet ride
- • Excellent power, low-end torque
Weak Points
- • Overall handling, drivability, braking, and interior space are not up to S-Class standards
- • Odd, disconcerting brake-pedal feel
- • Glare from MBUX Hyperscreen and passenger touch screens
- • Potential driver distraction from wide range of infotainment features
Vehicle Specifications
Model year tested: 2022
Number of passengers (F/R): 2/3
Curb weight (lbs): 6000.0
Exterior L / W / H (in): 207.3 / 75.8 / 59.6
Wheelbase (in): 126.38
Number of air bags: 10
Warranty (months/miles): 48/50,000
Tire manufacturer and model: Goodyear Eagle F1
Front and rear tire size: 265/40 R21
Max towing capacity (lbs): 1,500
Headlight type: LED
Transmission type: Auto 1-speed
Drivetrain type: All wheel
Engine/motor: Dual electric motors
Electric motor horsepower: 516
Test Data
Test Vehicle Scores
Advanced Safety Features:
10.00Fuel Efficiency:
9.66EPA Emissions Score:
10.00Acceleration:
9.74Braking:
6.04
Handling:
7.26
Quality and Drivability:
8.29
Ride Quality:
9.10Interior Size:
4.26Easy of Entry and Exit:
7.14Visibility:
7.45Interior Noise:
9.79Cargo Capacity:
3.56
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2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan
Car Guide Winner: 1st Place Large
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out of
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