New Mercedes-Benz EQS gets a refresh and a 511-mile range
Mercedes' electric saloon gains 51 more miles of range and a new face
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Everything new with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS
Mercedes-Benz's electric S-Class has received a facelift with a larger battery, more range and a new face to bring it up to date with 2024 models.
Its BMW i7 rival offers tough competition in the all-electric luxury saloon segment, but can this new Mercedes EQS take the lead?
2024 Mercedes EQS exterior
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The main visual change for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS mid-life refresh can be found at the front with its sleek new face that retains the brand's iconic silver grille and three-pointed star that sits prominently on the bonnet.
Holger Enzmann, chief project manager, claims this minor refresh is "an upgrade before the update," hinting at a new model coming soon.
It should be noted this new front end won't be available on all trims as most models will retain the existing AMG Line front design.
2024 Mercedes EQS interior and tech
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Inside, the Mercedes EQS is broadly the same as the 2021 model. You still get three massive screens sitting on the dash: a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a 17.7-inch central touchscreen and a 12.3-inch passenger-side touchscreen.
While the front of the cabin may be the same, Mercedes has paid particular attention to the rear-seat comfort (and arguably the part that matters if you're being chauffeured).
The rear seats now recline up to 36 degrees, increasing to 38 degrees with the optional Rear Comfort Plus package ticked. You also get neck and shoulder heating for added comfort.
2024 Mercedes EQS battery and range
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While the new front end is what you notice first, the main changes happen underneath the car with the battery technology.
The new car gets a massive 118kWh battery which is a big upgrade over the previous model's 108.4kWh unit, increasing the range by 11%.
Now the EQS 450 4Matic gets 496 miles, up from 445 miles, while the single motor 450+ offers up to 511 miles of range – making it one of the most efficient EVs on the market.
2024 Mercedes EQS price and release date
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The refreshed 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS is available to order in Germany later this month, with UK dates yet to be announced. Thankfully, you can pick up a used Mercedes-Benz EQS for less.
As for pricing for the new car, Mercedes says the cost will remain the same at £112,610 for the base model.