MercedesBenz is in the process of redefining what luxurious motoring is all about with its EQ line of electric vehicles. We first tested an EQS sedan last November and called it the Starship Enterprise. It felt (and sounded) so futuristic for a brand that dates back to 1926.

Electric vehicles make a perfect fit for luxury brands. They are quieter and more effortless to drive and typically (at least for now) cost more than their gaspowered equivalents. Hopping behind the wheel of this 2023 MercedesBenz EQS 450+ proves that EVs make excellent luxury vehicles.

We already know that Mercedes is renowned for their luxurious vehicles, but this EQS takes it a step further. This EQS feels planted and surefooted on corners and in traffic. With its electric drive, power is delivered instantaneously, meaning it feels like a much smaller and lighter vehicle when accelerating. With our tester's 4wheel steering, this large sedan felt like it could turn circles inside a garage.

Add to all of that the typical MercedesBenz luxury accouterment such as their MBUX voice assistant, heated/ventilated front seats, massive panoramic glass roof, Burmester® 3D Surround Sound, selfleveling AIRMATIC® air suspension, and so much more.

Charging the battery to full will get you an estimated 305 miles of range. Charging happens quickly at DC Fast Chargers too, with up to 200 kW of speed available, the EQS can go from 1080% in a claimed 31 minutes, getting you and your crew back on the road quickly.

2023 EQS 450+ Specs:
Single Rearmounted Permanently Excited Synchronous (PSM) Electric Motor
329 Horsepower
417 lbft of Torque
Single Speed Automatic Transmission
Rear Wheel Drive
Selectable Drive Modes
Rackandpinion Steering with Electromechanical Power Assist
10degree Rearaxle Steering
Adaptive Suspension with AIRMATIC®
20inch Wheels
255/45R20 RangeOptimized Summer Tires
Heated and Ventilated Leather Front Seats
LED Digital Adaptive Highbeam Assist Headlights
LED Daytime Running Lamps
Burmester® 3D Surround Sound
360degree Camera System
12.8inch OLED Center Infotainment Screen
12.3inch Digital Gauge Cluster
100W USBC charging ports
DualZone Automatic Climate Control
Proximity Key with Push Button Start
EPA Estimated Range of 350 Miles
• Starting MSRP $104,400 (450+)
• Price as tested: $105,810


If you are in the East Texas area and in the market for a new or preowned Mercedes, check out our friends at MercedesBenz of Tyler:
https://www.mercedesbenzoftyler.com



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