Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC
Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC is an all-electric luxury sedan offering a WLTP range of up to 876 km (544 miles). EVKX.net has all the details you need.
Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC
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Performance
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC has a maximum power of 350 kW (476 hp / 469 bhp) and a total torque of 750 Nm (554 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 4.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h (131 mph).
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a gross capacity of 129.0 kWh and a net usable capacity of 122.0 kWh, with a 7.0 kWh buffer (5.4%) for battery protection. Operating at a nominal voltage of 800 volts, it qualifies as an 800-volt battery system. This high voltage is pivotal in enabling the system's charging capabilities.
This Lithium-Ion battery utilizes NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) technology.
According to the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the vehicle's range is 876 km (544 miles), with an energy consumption rate of 13.9 kWh/100 km (3 mi/kWh).
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 350 kW. Charging from 0% to 100% takes approximately 112 minutes, while a typical 10% to 80% charge takes about 32 minutes with an average charging speed of 158 kW.
Considering an additional 5 minutes for each charging stop due to driving interruptions, the optimal charging range is from 0% to 46%. This results in an effective charging speed, including time lost, of 196 kW, with each charging session taking about 17 minutes and 12 seconds.
This efficient charging capability makes the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC a convenient option for long-distance travel.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports up to 11 kW for Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging, allowing a full 0–100% charge in about 11 hours and 5 minutes with a standard home setup.
An optional 22 kW onboard charger reduces the full charge time to approximately 5 hours and 32 minutes.
Charge Port
The location of the charge port is on the right rear side. This placement makes it easy to use charging stations that require backing up to connect.
Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Bidirectional Charging
This model supports V2H (Vehicle to Home) functionality, allowing the car to serve as a backup power source for your home.
Note that V2H requires specialized equipment in your home.
Drivetrain
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC features an all-wheel drive system powered by two motors, one on each axle.
The motors used are Induction Motors at the front axle and Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors at the rear axle.
Suspension
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC features a multilink front and rear suspension, both equipped with electronically controlled dampers and air springs for enhanced ride quality and adaptability.
The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically.
The minimum ground clearance is 82 mm, and the maximum is 127 mm.
The Easy Entry function raises the car's body automatically when a door is opened, facilitating easier entry and exit. Once the door closes, the body returns to its previous level.
For easier loading, you can lower the air suspension from the rear
Steering
Progressive steering is standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, automatically adjusting the steering ratio based on speed.
In addition, rear-wheel steering is available as optional feature. Rear-wheel steering reduces the turning circle at low speeds.
Drive Modes
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car's handling.
The driver can choose between 5 modes:
- Eco: Comfort steering and efficient throttle.
- Comfort: Balanced steering and throttle.
- Sport: Dynamic steering and throttle.
- Sport+: Dynamic steering and maximum throttle.
- Individual: Custom steering and throttle.
Brakes
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC is equipped with cast-iron disc brakes on both the front and rear.
The front discs measure 415 mm, while the rear discs are 378 mm.
Regenerative Braking
The regenerative braking system in this model offers several modes. The most efficient option is the Automatic Regeneration Mode, where the vehicle coasts when possible and employs regenerative braking to reduce speed as needed.
Manual regeneration is another mode, where regenerative braking is controlled by pressing the brake pedal. The brake system blends in physical brakes only when necessary.
Another option is the Regen on Accelerator Pedal mode where regenerative braking is activated when the driver eases off the accelerator pedal. This system allows the vehicle to slow down and recover energy without the driver needing to press the brake pedal, a feature often referred to as one-pedal driving.
Drivers can also adjust the regenerative braking strength when lifting off the accelerator. There are two levels of regenerative braking to choose from, allowing you to customize the driving experience to your preference.
The maximum regenerative braking power is 385 kW.
Exterior
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, with dimensions of 5216 mm in length, 1926 mm in width, and 1512 mm in height, falls into F-segment cars, also known as luxury or full-size luxury cars, represent the pinnacle of automotive luxury, performance, and technology. They are typically large sedans or limousines and are designed to offer the utmost in comfort, prestige, and advanced features.
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC offers a selection of 7 paint colors, featuring solid, metallic, and matte options.
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC offers multiple wheel options in different sizes, allowing you to customize your vehicle to suit your style and driving preferences. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 235/55 tires on 19" rims
- 265/40 tires on 20" rims front and 295/35 tires on 20" rims rear
- 265/40 tires on 21" rims front and 295/35 tires on 21" rims rear
Narrower wheels improve consumption and provide a longer range, while wider wheels offer better traction and handling.
The car has four regular doors and a boot lid for the trunk.
Powered doors are common.optionalfeature function for the side doors.
There are two different roof options to select from.
The standard is just a regular roof.
As an option, you can order this model with a panoramic roof. The glass has two panels. One over the first and the second rows, and occupants can open the front part. This glass creates a more spacious and bright interior. Both glass panels have an electric curtain that occupants can use to protect against the sun.
Additionally, you can order the car with tinted windows from the B-pillar backward, which enhances privacy and reduces glare and heat from the sun, making the interior more comfortable for passengers.
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Interior
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC features a driver-focused interior with a luxurious feel, using high-quality materials throughout. The floating center console creates an open space between the passenger and driver.
There is one seat type you can select in different materials.
Seats
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC accommodates five passengers with two front seats and a three-seat bench in the rear.
First Row Seats
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC offers a single type of front seat.
The following functionalities are available on the standard seat:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Length adjustable headrest
- Heating
- Memory
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable)
- Backrest side bolsters adjustment
- Adjustable thigh support
- Ventilation
- Massage
Available in:
- Beige/Black leatherette upholstering
- Black leatherette upholstering
- Black leatherette upholstering
- Black leather upholstering
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Second Row Seat
The second row features a standard three-seat bench with a 40:20:40 split, allowing each section to fold separately to increase cargo space.
Additional functionalities include:
Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC
Interior Storage
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC has the following interior storage:
- Glove Compartment: Located in the dashboard in front of the passenger.
Interior Lighting
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC offers several interior lighting options.
- Multicolor Ambient Lighting: Across the dashboard, door panels, and footwell, with selectable colors.
- White Roof Reading Light: White reading lights are mounted in the roof area.
Climate System
Two climate system options are available:
- 2-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver and passenger.
- 4-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver, passenger, and two separate passengers in the back seat.
A standard heat pump reduces heating energy use in cold weather.
Comfort Features
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC includes several features to enhance comfort and convenience:
User Interface and Control
The control interface of the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC combines physical buttons, steering column stalks, and touchscreen displays.
Behind the steering wheel is a digital instrument cluster. In addition, there is one infotainment screen in the center console and one infotainment screen in front of the passenger seat.
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- A touchscreen is centrally placed on the dashboard.
- A touchscreen is located in front of the passenger on the dashboard.
An optional head-up display projects key driving information such as speed and navigation cues onto the windshield.
Steering Wheel
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
The steering wheel is adjustable for both tilt and telescope. The adjustment is electrically powered.
The steering wheel has an easy-entry function that retracts automatically to make getting in and out of the car easier.
Design: Circular flat-bottom
Controls: Physical buttons, Scroll wheels, Paddle shifters
Heating: Available as an option
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- **Phone Controls:** Buttons on the steering wheel allow you to answer, end, and manage phone calls.
- **Voice Control:** A button on the steering wheel activates the voice control system.
- **Cruise Control:** A stalk or button on the steering wheel allows you to set and adjust the cruise control speed.
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Mirrors
Voice control is standard.
Infotainment
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC features the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), making it the most intelligent Mercedes-Benz ever. The new AI-enhanced system makes it possible to equip every vehicle with supercomputers connected to the Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Cloud. This enables regular over-the-air updates1 for the most important vehicle functions, including driving assistance systems for the first time.
Navigation System
The built-in navigation supports route planning with target charge levels at the destination and at charging stops, plus real-time traffic.
App Store
The infotainment system includes an App Store where you can download third-party apps to run natively on the car's screen without needing a connected phone. Available apps vary by market but include popular options such as:
Phone Mirroring
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, allowing you to mirror your phone's screen on the car's display. This functionality enables you to run apps like Google Maps or Waze directly from your phone.
Sound System
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC has one sound system option:
- High-End 3D Surround: Features en 15 speakers and delivers a maximum output of 710 watts.
Additionally, the model includes 4 USB-C connections as standard.
Mobile App
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Easily check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey for optimal comfort.
- Remote Parking: Park or exit a parking space remotely from the app.
- Lock & Unlock: Securely lock or unlock your car doors with a tap.
- Window Control: Open and close the windows from anywhere.
- Scheduled Charging: Plan and schedule charging sessions ahead of your trips.
- Adjust Charging Target: Set your desired State of Charge to start or stop charging as needed.
- Find Your Car: Trigger the horn or lights to help find your car in crowded areas.
- Route Planning: Plan your route and send it directly to your car's navigation system.
- Driving History: Review the details of your past trips.
Lights
The standard headlights use LED Digital Matrix technology. This adaptive system splits the traditional headlight beam into multiple smaller rays, allowing the light controller to turn them on and off individually to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. For enhanced safety, it includes corner lights that illuminate the side when turning, along with dedicated turning lights. The LED headlights feature multiple LED segments, allowing you to customize your preferred daytime running light (DRL) signature.
The taillights use LED technology.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Efficiency Assist: A Standard feature that helps drivers anticipate driving conditions and conserve energy.
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system improves the vehicle's stability and handling during sudden maneuvers or on slippery road conditions.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system helps prevent the vehicle from drifting out of its lane.
It also includes a Lane Departure Warning system to alert the driver if the vehicle veers out of the lane.
Front Cross Traffic Assist (FCTA): Optional on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system helps detect oncoming traffic when crossing an intersection or turning from a stopped position.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Optional on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system uses sensors to detect approaching vehicles from the side when backing out of a parking space or driveway.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this driver assist system helps drivers avoid or mitigate frontal collisions.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system autonomously applies the brakes to prevent or reduce the severity of a collision if the driver does not react in time.
Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system assists in avoiding collisions by automatically steering the vehicle in an emergency.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system helps detect traffic in blind spots.
Exit Warning: Standard on the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC, this system alerts occupants against opening a door if there is a risk of hitting an oncoming object or person.
Driving Automation
With the standard MB.DRIVE Standard level 2 system, you get the following driving automation features.
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Lane Centering Assist (LCA) /AutoSteer: keeps the car in your lane and slows down if needed in traffic. The system limits how long you can drive without touching the steering wheel.
- Automatic parking.
With the optional MB.DRIVE ASSIST level 2 system, you get additional driving automation features to the ones listed above:
- Advanced cruise control that follows the navigation route, including entering and exiting highways to reach the destination.
- Automatic Lane Change (ALC)
Safety
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC is equipped with multiple airbags to ensure occupant protection in the event of a collision. The airbag system includes:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side airbags for the second-row passengers
- A front center airbag to prevent the driver and front passenger from colliding with each other during a side impact
Security and Access Technologies
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC is equipped with advanced security features to protect you and your vehicle. These include:
- Keyless Entry and Start: Unlock and start the car with the key in your pocket or bag.
- Phone-as-Key Functionality: With phone-as-key technology, you can use your smartphone as a digital key to unlock and start the vehicle, providing an additional layer of convenience and flexibility.
- Alarm System: An integrated alarm system monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering, providing alerts to help deter intrusions and keep your vehicle secure.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 610 liters (21.5 CU FT). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1770 liters (62.5 CU FT).
On the roof, you can load up to 100 kg (220.5 lbs).
Optional roof rails are available for easy mounting of a roof box or rack.
The vehicle’s maximum weight is 3110 kg (6856 lbs), with a base weight of 2610 kg (5754 lbs). This allows for a maximum load of 500 kg (1102 lbs), including the driver and passengers. Note that some options may increase the base weight and reduce the maximum loading capacity.
A towbar can be added to the vehicle. The maximum permissible weight for a braked trailer is 1700 kg (3748 lbs), while for an unbraked trailer, it is 750 kg (1653 lbs).
Availability & Pricing
This model made its world premiere on 4/14/2026, with deliveries anticipated to begin in September 2026.
Please note that this model is available exclusively in Europe.
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