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.
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
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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