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Mercedes-Benz EQS vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

In comparing the Mercedes-Benz EQS to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Mercedes-Benz EQS has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz EQS versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Mercedes-Benz EQS versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing

A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS ranges from $95,246 to $159,248 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is priced between $115,187 to $152,019. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz EQS's price is between $106,074 and $154,123, with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class priced between $120,481 and $154,400.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz EQS’s base engine makes 329 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 429 horsepower. The EQS is rated to deliver an average of 87 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 350 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 622 miles. The EQS uses electricity, and the S-Class uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mercedes-Benz EQS, a electric large car, has the advantage in the area of trunk space. The Mercedes-Benz EQS and Mercedes-Benz S-Class are comparable in regards to front leg room.

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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS

2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$106,074 - $154,123

Used Asking Price:

$95,246 - $159,248

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

69.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$120,481 - $154,400

Used Asking Price:

$115,187 - $152,019

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

54.6%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

6.1 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.3 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Electric Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 11

Electric Cars with Best Resale Value

21 / 25

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars

1 / 25
4 / 25

Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value

10 / 25

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Trim Levels

AMG EQS, EQS 450 4MATIC, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4MATIC

Trim Levels

Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years / 50000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

329 hp

Torque:

417 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.060 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

429 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

384 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.091 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

Not Applicable

Engine Configuration:

Not Applicable

Number of Cylinders:

Not Applicable

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

Not applicable

MPGe:

87 / 83 / 85

Range (city/hwy):

350 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity :

108.4 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

12.5 hours (240V)

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 28 / 23

MPGe:

Not applicable

Range (city/hwy):

444 / 622 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Battery Size/Capacity:

Not applicable

Maximum Charging Rate:

Not applicable

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.3 inches

Cargo Space:

22 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

103.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

43.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

59 inches

Cargo Space:

12.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

112.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5467 lbs

Width:

83.7 inches

Height:

59.6 inches

Length:

207.3 inches

Wheelbase:

126.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4740 lbs

Width:

83 inches

Height:

59.2 inches

Length:

208.2 inches

Wheelbase:

126.6 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

255/45R20

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

255/45R19