Introducing the All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS 580:
For luxury, comfort, and class, Mercedes-Benz is the first brand that pops into your mind. If you’re looking for something a bit more fun than the standard S-Class, the easy-to-handle, zero-emission EQS 580 is your best bet.
The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 is an all-electric vehicle that promises to provide the level of luxury associated with the S-Class. The EQS 580 has been awarded the Premium Car of the Year 2023 title at the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards.
Let’s take a look at some of the main interior and exterior features, engine specs, and price of the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580.
An Electric Exterior:
The EQS 580 gets an electric art exterior with a dedicated platform designed for luxury electric vehicles. A sloping fastback and cab-forward proportions increase cabin space, while the long wheelbase and four-wheel steering combine luxury with agile handling.
- Alloy Wheels: 20-inch aerodynamically optimised 5-spoke alloy wheels
- Mercedes-Benz Pattern Grille: The radiator grille gets a Mercedes-benz logo star-patterned design
- Panorama Roof: The front and rear seats’ passengers can enjoy expansive views of the sky with this fully functional glass sunroof. You can slide the front panel over the rear panel to create an open-air feeling or tilt it up for ventilation.
- Light band with LED lamps: The rear LED lamps feature a curved and illuminated 3D helix design. The continuous light band at the rear is a distinctive feature of Mercedes electric cars.
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A High-Tech Interior:
The EQS Mercedes-Benz interior sports a large 17.7-inch touchscreen, which is split into passenger entertainment, infotainment, and the instrument panel. The sleek surface gets Gorilla Glass protection and adds a futuristic, digital cockpit to the cabin.
The interior gets two upholstery options: Neva Grey/Balao Brown and Macchiato Beige/Space Grey, along with two dashboard trim options: brown open-pore walnut wood trim and anthracite line structure lime wood trim. Here are some of the standard equipment features in the interior:
- Split Rear Seats: The rear seats fold down in a 40/20/40 ratio. Fold down only one seat for additional storage, or fully fold them all for increased boot capacity.
- Multifunction Steering Wheel: The steering wheel is covered in luxurious nappa leather and gets touch controls as well as galvanized shift paddles with a silver-chrome finish.
- MBUX Rear Entertainment System: The EQS 580 Mercedes Benz models get two rear 11.6-inch touchscreen tablets, which provide controls and access to major functions.
- MBUX Rear Seat Tablet: The 7.0-inch MBUX rear-seat tablet can be used to access the MBUX multimedia system as well as to use any apps or web features.
- Surround Sound: A Burmester® 3D surround sound system provides high-quality immersive sound and an impressive listening experience.
- Ventilated and Heated Front Seats: In the summer, ventilated seats keep you cool and your clothes dry. The reversible fans can help remove heat. When you use the heating and ventilation systems simultaneously on chilly days, the seat heating will circulate more quickly, keeping you warm and dry.
- Head-up Display: View important data on your windscreen in virtual full-color without having to take your eyes off the road.
- Mercedes-Benz Door Sill Panels: Ingress and egress become even more luxurious with stainless-steel door panels that feature illuminated ‘Mercedes-Benz’ lettering.
- Multi-Contour Front Seats: The ergonomic seats get sufficient lateral support and massage effects.
- Easy-Pack Tailgate: The electrically operated tailgate greatly improves the efficiency of loading and unloading.
- Climatized Seats: Both front and rear seats get ventilation, cooling, and heating.
- Thermotronic Automatic Climate Control: Automatic climate control optimizes the temperature in all 4 climate zones.
- Seat Covers: Sleek seat covers made from ARTICO man-made leather in black or space grey provide a sleek look.
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Safety Features:
- 9 Airbags: Side, window, and knee airbags minimize the risk of injury in case of a front or side impact.
- Beltbag: The outer rear seats get inflatable seat belt straps that expand to almost three times their size during a frontal impact. This reduces the pressure on the passengers’ chests.
- Driving Assistance Package Plus: Get intelligent safety systems with sensor networks that provide warnings to reduce the risk of collision and also intervene when necessary.
- Parking Package: Your car uses an Active Parking Assist as well as a 360° camera to detect nearby free parking spaces and saved ones.
- Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC: Along with finding free spaces, this feature also helps you reverse, steer, accelerate, brake, and change gear when required.
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System: The system monitors your tire pressure and sends you an alert if it drops.
- Pedestrian Protection: In case of a head-on collision with a pedestrian at speeds of 25 to 55 km/h, sensor feedback will trigger the bonnet to rise about 80 mm above the engine compartment. The gap created between the bonnet and its inner components may contribute to a decrease in pedestrian injuries.
- Active Lane Keeping Assist: By using steering intervention, the Active Lane Keeping Assist acts as an alert observer and assists you in returning to your lane if you stray from it or get too close to other drivers.
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus: The intelligent highbeam system avoids oncoming vehicles with precise LEDs and adjusts the main beam accordingly.
Engine Specifications:
The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 gets dual electric motors capable of generating 523 hp and 855 Nm of torque. It has a top speed of 210 kmph and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.3 seconds. Power is sent to all four wheels.
The EQS 580’s lithium-ion battery has a capacity of 107.8 kWh and can power a range of 872 km. The car has AIRMATIC suspension, which combines air suspension bellows with adaptive ADS+ dampers. With just the touch of a button, you can raise the vehicle’s height by 25 mm. The additional road clearance can help while crossing difficult terrain. The height is lowered automatically once the vehicle crosses speeds of 50 km/h.
Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 price in India:
Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 price in India starts at INR 1.62 crore (ex-showroom)
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the key features of the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 sedan?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 is an all-electric Mercedes car that provides luxury and a thrilling ride experience while being environmentally friendly.
What is the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 price in India?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 price in India starts at INR 1.62 crore (ex-showroom).
Does the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 have any variants?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 is available in a single variant. The EQS is also available in a higher-spec AMG configuration.
