In the field of traditional fuel vehicles, Mercedes-Benz undoubtedly has enough voice; but in the era of new energy, in the face of many new forces car companies, whether it is Mercedes-Benz EQC, Mercedes-Benz EQB or Mercedes-Benz EQA, they are always difficult to face the question of "oil to electricity", and their performance in sales is not outstanding. It wasn't until the advent of Mercedes-Benz EQS that people realized that Mercedes-Benz was planning to come this time!
6.4 seconds to break 100
In terms of power, the test drive type 2022 450+ deluxe version adopts the power layout of a single motor rear-drive, with a maximum power of 245kW, a maximum torque of 568 Nm, a pure electric cruising range of 813km under CLTC conditions, and an official acceleration time of 0-100km/h of 6.4 seconds.
Even if it is the first time to get started, this Mercedes-Benz EQS will not make people feel strange, the steering feels delicate and comfortable, the adjustment style of the acceleration pedal is more calm, and in layman's terms, its "Mercedes-Benz taste" is still very orthodox. Thanks to the unique power characteristics of the electric motor, the Mercedes-Benz EQS has an agile, smooth power response, acceleration is light and powerful, there is no mechanical multi-gear transmission in the traditional sense, naturally there is no slightest sense of frustration, and it is better than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in terms of smoothness.
Even if the single-motor version is "powered" down with one foot on the floor, it can also provide a long-lasting and powerful acceleration experience, which can easily break the legal speed limit and the power reserve can meet daily needs. Of course, if you look at the standards of a million-class luxury car, just "enough" often means that it is not good enough, and the acceleration performance of 6.4 seconds to break 100 has no obvious advantage in the same price model. If there is a stronger demand for power, the EQS 580 (dual motor version) is the better choice.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
Mercedes-Benz EQS provides a variety of driving modes such as comfort, sports, and economy, and I think that the comfort mode should become the first choice for daily driving, whether from the perspective of product positioning or actual performance. The air suspension automatically adjusts the height of the body and the softness of the suspension, calmly and gently dissolves all the big and small bumps, and then carefully filters the fine vibrations, in terms of chassis texture, it is as advanced as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Driving the Mercedes-Benz EQS is a relaxing and comfortable feeling, driving on the road, always maintaining a stable and elegant body posture. Rear-wheel steering (maximum steering angle of 10°) makes it more relaxed in the face of daily U-turns and side parking, and the flexibility is even comparable to that of mainstream compact cars. However, on the one hand, it also has little driving pleasure to speak of, and it is difficult to make people have the intention of driving intensely.
Focus on aerodynamics
Mercedes-Benz EQS appearance must be no stranger to everyone, as the first model of Mercedes-Benz EVA pure electric platform, is also a flagship model, although its design language and its EQ series models have a certain degree of similarity, but in the design concept, there are obvious differences.
The closed black mesh adopts the design of connecting to the light cluster, which is more visually integrated. The huge "three-pronged star" logo is in the middle of the C position, and the sense of honor comes up at once. The smart digital headlights are the same as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, providing up to 2.6 megapixel resolution, supporting functions such as adaptive near and far lights, steering headlights, and a meteor shower welcome effect.
The 20-inch rim is a new style, with a star badge trim between the spokes to enhance the visual effect while also taking into account the low wind resistance design. In terms of tires, the goodyear EAGLE F1 series tires are matched, with a specification of 255/45 R20.
Length, width and height: 5224/1926/1512mm
Wheelbase: 3210mm
The arrangement of the powertrain has undergone a fundamental change, which has made the proportion of the Body of the Mercedes-Benz EQS different from that of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the shorter front and rear suspensions have made the four wheels more out of the way, in exchange for a longer wheelbase. At the same time, the smooth body line is not just to shape the beauty, but also has been paid attention to aerodynamics, and the drag coefficient Cd is as low as 0.2, becoming the lowest wind resistance coefficient in the world.
The stretched tail line and the design elements of the sneaky back make the rear style of the Mercedes-Benz EQS completely different from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, less solemn and more like a four-door coupe. The through-LED taillights are one of the features of the EQ family models, and there is no absence on the Mercedes-Benz EQS.
Hyperscreen triple screen
Sitting in the car, the most eye-catching is this 1.41 meters wide Hyperscreen triple screen, to be precise, this is not an integrated screen, but by a curved glass covered on the three screens, to achieve a "fake real" effect.
The full LCD dashboard has an exclusive display theme of the EQ model; the central control screen is equipped with the MBUX car machine system, the display effect and running speed are first-class, and the adjustment area of air conditioning and other functions is reserved under the screen, which is more convenient to operate. The screen in front of the co-driver has a multimedia entertainment system, but it is only allowed to be used if the co-driver has someone.
The front seats are highly comfortable and the leather fabric is delicate, which has a good performance in the sense of support and fit. The performance of the comfort configuration is basically in line with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and if you choose to buy a high-end model or spend money on the option, the seat heating/ventilation/massage configuration can be obtained.
The rear seat configuration performance is very in place, the rear entertainment system, rear seat heating/ventilation, boss key and other functions are available, but the riding experience is out of standard, the seat cushion of the rear seat is short, can not play a good support for the legs, the angle of the seat back can not give people a "half lying" feeling, and there is a gap between the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Write at the end:
Perhaps the expectations for the Mercedes-Benz EQS are too high, I hope that it can meet the standards of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in all aspects, and even achieve catch-up, becoming a new benchmark in the field of pure electric cars.
For now, Mercedes-Benz EQS is still "S-class in pure electric vehicles", is an invincible existence, but this status quo must not last long, BMW i7 has been unveiled, no longer far from the official listing, its century-old enemy is coming.