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2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS
The EQS is seriously overhauled for 2027, with an 800-volt electric architecture that dramatically improves DC fast-charging times, revised electric motors, a new larger battery pack and an available steer-by-wire system. Last year's EQS450 4Matic is renamed EQS500. MSRP runs $108,000 to $125,350, and the Lucid Air remains a formidable competitor at a much lower starting price.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
PowertrainElectric motor(s), single or dual
Output355 / 536 / 649 / 751 hp
DrivetrainRWD / AWD
Seating5 or 7
Decision answers19Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Mercedes-Benz EQS has been seriously overhauled for the 2027 model year: it now features an 800-volt electric architecture, dramatically improving charge times on a DC fast charger, the electric motors have been revised, and a new battery pack is both larger and more energy-dense thanks to optimized chemistry. A steer-by-wire system is now available as an option, claimed to improve maneuverability, and last year's EQS450 4Matic model has been renamed to EQS500, offering the same horsepower as the entry-level rear-drive version but with less range.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says Mercedes-Benz claims more than a quarter of EQS components are new or updated with the 2027 refresh.
Pricing for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $108,000-$125,350.
How it compares to its closest rivals
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Lucid Air is one of the EQS's most formidable competitors, offering a classy interior, more power, and commendable driving range at a much lower starting price.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists other high-end electric sedan rivals as the BMW i7 and Porsche Taycan.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a major overhaul: new 800-volt architecture, revised motors, a bigger battery, and an optional steer-by-wire system.
How much does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $108,000 to $125,350.
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Record summary
What to know first
EQS 450+ is single-motor RWD at 355 hp; 580 4MATIC steps up to 536 hp; Maybach EQS 680 reaches 649 hp with long-wheelbase luxury equipment; AMG EQS peaks at 751 hp in boost mode. MY2027 is the EQS's confirmed FINAL model year: Mercedes gave it a major update instead of retiring it quietly: new 800-volt electrical architecture, larger batteries, and the newest Mercedes-Benz Operating System.
Model-year note
The AMG EQS's 649 and 751 hp figures overlap numerically with the Maybach EQS 680's 649 hp, so each figure belongs to its own trim. For 2027 the sedan trim EQS 450 4MATIC is renamed EQS 500 4MATIC, a name change confirmed by Mercedes' own 2027 EQS materials. The separate EQS SUV is offered as the EQS 400 4MATIC and EQS 550 4MATIC for 2027. The EQS line is discontinued after this model year alongside the broader EQE and EQB exit.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| EQS 450+ | Entry trim | Single motor standard, 355 hp, RWD, up to 323 mi EPA range (SUV), MBUX Hyperscreen available |
| EQS 500 4MATIC | Trim 2 of 5 | Dual motor standard, 450+-level output with AWD added, ~312 mi EPA range (SUV), Renamed from 'EQS 450 4MATIC' for MY2027 |
| EQS 580 4MATIC | Trim 3 of 5 | Dual motor standard, 536 hp, standard AWD, 633 lb-ft |
| Maybach EQS 680 | Trim 4 of 5 | Dual motor standard, 649 hp, 700 lb-ft, standard AWD, Maybach-level long-wheelbase luxury equipment standard |
| AMG EQS | Top trim | Dual motor standard, 649 hp standard mode (751 hp boost), standard AWD, 0-60 mph in just over 3 seconds |
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02Entry trim
EQS 450+
- Single motor standard, 355 hp, RWD, up to 323 mi EPA range (SUV)
- MBUX Hyperscreen available
Trim 2 of 5
EQS 500 4MATIC
- Dual motor standard, 450+-level output with AWD added, ~312 mi EPA range (SUV)
- Renamed from 'EQS 450 4MATIC' for MY2027
Trim 3 of 5
EQS 580 4MATIC
- Dual motor standard, 536 hp, standard AWD, 633 lb-ft
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05Trim 4 of 5
Maybach EQS 680
- Dual motor standard, 649 hp, 700 lb-ft, standard AWD
- Maybach-level long-wheelbase luxury equipment standard
Top trim
AMG EQS
- Dual motor standard, 649 hp standard mode (751 hp boost), standard AWD
- 0-60 mph in just over 3 seconds
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS: manufacturer specifications by trim.
Figures from Mercedes-Benz USA specification sheets (mbusa.com).
| Specification | EQS 450+ | EQS 500 4MATIC | EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $101,450 | $104,450 | $123,900 |
| Horsepower | 402 hp | 469 hp | 576 hp |
| Torque | 372 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 5.7 s | 4.3 s | 3.9 s |
| Curb weight | 5,578 lb | 5,820 lb | 5,831 lb |
| Length | 207.7 in | 207.7 in | 207.7 in |
| Height | 59.4 in | 59.4 in | 59.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in | 126.4 in | 126.4 in |
| Turning circle | 39.1 ft | 39.1 ft | 35.8 ft |
| Front headroom | 40.4 in | 40.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Front legroom | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 41.6 in |
| Tires | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
Complete certification table
4 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50662EQS 400 4matic (SUV) | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 80 | 78 | 79 | 312 mi |
| 50852EQS 500 4matic | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A2) | Electricity | 112 | 116 | 114 | 443 mi |
| 50663EQS 550 4matic (SUV) | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 82 | 78 | 80 | 317 mi |
| 50853EQS 580 4matic | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A2) | Electricity | 112 | 114 | 112 | 434 mi |
Direct answers
19 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 EQS come in?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS (electric full-size luxury sedan/SUV) comes in 5 trims: EQS 450+, EQS 500 4MATIC, EQS 580 4MATIC, Maybach EQS 680, AMG EQS.
Source: Mercedes-Benz
Q02What are the 2027 EQS trims?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS trims are EQS 450+, EQS 500 4MATIC, EQS 580 4MATIC, Maybach EQS 680, AMG EQS, listed from the entry EQS 450+ up to the top AMG EQS.
Source: Mercedes-Benz
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 EQS use?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS is built around Electric motor(s), single or dual, rated at 355 / 536 / 649 / 751 horsepower across its electric full-size luxury sedan/SUV body style.
Source: Mercedes-Benz specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 EQS?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS is offered with RWD / AWD.
Source: Mercedes-Benz specifications
Q05What changed for the 2027 EQS?
The AMG EQS's 649 and 751 hp figures overlap numerically with the Maybach EQS 680's 649 hp, so each figure belongs to its own trim. For 2027 the sedan trim EQS 450 4MATIC is renamed EQS 500 4MATIC, a name change confirmed by Mercedes' own 2027 EQS materials. The separate EQS SUV is offered as the EQS 400 4MATIC and EQS 550 4MATIC for 2027. The EQS line is discontinued after this model year alongside the broader EQE and EQB exit.
Source: Mercedes-Benz model-year information
Q06How much cargo space does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 35 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07What is the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS's electric range?
EPA-estimated electric range is up to 575 mi. Documented for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS in Web search aggregate (Edmunds/KBB/manufacturer research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q08Does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS come with roadside assistance?
Roadside assistance is included for 4 years / 50,000 miles. Documented for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS in Mercedes-Benz USA Roadside Assistance, read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q09How much does a 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS cost?
$101,450 to $123,900 across the 3 trims Mercedes-Benz prices: $101,450 for the EQS 450+ and $123,900 for the EQS 580 4MATIC. Those are starting MSRPs read 2026-09-21, before destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
Source: mbusa.com (opens in a new tab)
Q10What are the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan trim levels?
Three trims: EQS 450+, EQS 500 4Matic, and EQS 580 4Matic.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q11How much horsepower does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan have?
450+ makes 402 hp, 500 4Matic makes 469 hp, and 580 4Matic makes 576 hp.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q12How fast can the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS charge?
At 350 kW, the battery can charge from 10-80% in 27 minutes, or add nearly 200 miles of range in 10 minutes.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q13How long does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS take to charge at home?
EPA lists 11.5 to 14 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger, depending on configuration: the EQS 580 4matic is quickest and the EQS 400 4matic (SUV) takes longest.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q14How quick is each 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS version from 0 to 60 mph?
Mercedes-Benz lists 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds for the EQS 450+ Sedan; 3.9 seconds for the EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan; 4.3 seconds for the EQS 500 4MATIC Sedan.
Source: Manufacturer specification sheet
Q15What are the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS's length, width, height and wheelbase?
Mercedes-Benz's own specification sheet gives the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS a width of 75.8 inches without mirrors.
Source: Manufacturer specification sheet
Q16What colors does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS come in?
Mercedes-Benz lists 9 exterior colors for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS: Black, Polar White, Warm Grey, Obsidian Black metallic, Nautical Blue metallic, Sonoran Brown metallic, Graphite Grey metallic, Twilight Blue metallic, Cirrus Silver metallic. Mercedes-Benz charges extra for the premium paints: Obsidian Black metallic ($750), Nautical Blue metallic ($750), Sonoran Brown metallic ($750), Graphite Grey metallic ($750), Twilight Blue metallic ($750), Cirrus Silver metallic ($750). Mercedes-Benz also lists 10 MANUFAKTUR custom paints, priced from $1,750 to $9,900. Which colors are offered depends on the trim.
Source: mbusa.com (opens in a new tab)
Q17What kind of brakes does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS have?
MotorTrend lists the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS with four-wheel disc brakes.
Source: mbusa.com (opens in a new tab)
Q18What suspension does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS use?
Mercedes-Benz lists the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS's suspension as adaptive, self-leveling 4-wheel multilink with AIRMATIC® with intelligent damping control.
Source: mbusa.com (opens in a new tab)
Q19How much ground clearance does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS 400 4MATIC SUV have?
CarBuzz lists 8.7 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS 400 4MATIC SUV.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
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Current federal safety records for 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS.
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