2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS500 4Matic CKD in Malaysia – Electric range 696 km; 449 PS, 0-100 in 4.8 seconds; from RM649k

The Mercedes-Benz EQS500 4Matic Electric Art Line is the first model in the brand’s domestically assembled (CKD) EQ electric vehicle (EV) line in Malaysia. Introduced in February this year, this variant has a retail price of RM648,888 on the uninsured road and replaces the previous variant. EQS450+ AMG Dòng Series imported complete unit (CBU) from Germany.

In this post, we’re bringing you a comprehensive collection of EQS500 with over 200 photos for you to browse and compare with. EQS450+which we reviewed previously and were previously priced at RM698,888.

With two electric motors, the all-wheel-drive EQS500 delivers a total system output of 449 PS (443 hp, or 330 kW) and 828 Nm of torque, significantly more than the rear-wheel drive EQS450+ delivers 333 PS (329 hp). , or 245 kW) and 568 Nm. As a result, the EQS500 will accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds, which is 6.2 seconds faster than the EQS450+ – both variants have an identical top speed of 210 km/h. .

The CKD variant also gets a slightly higher available energy capacity from the lithium-ion battery at 108.4 kWh instead of 107.8 kWh (120 kWh total), but it sacrifices some range in exchange for efficiency. higher capacity. When fully charged, the EQS500 offers a WLTP rated range of up to 696 km compared to the EQS450+’s 782 km.

As for charge time, the EQS500 takes 10 hours to get the battery from a 10-100% state of charge (SoC) with AC charging (Type 2 connection) at up to 11 kW. With DC fast charging (CCS2 connection) up to 200 kW, 10-80% SoC can be achieved in just 31 minutes.

Besides the various electric powertrains, the EQS500 also comes with an Electric Art Line exterior instead of the AMG Line on the EQS450+ with less aggressive bumpers and more chrome trim on the exterior. The more conservative look is completed by 20-inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels instead of the EQS450+’s 21-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels.

In terms of specs, the EQS500 has nearly all of the equipment found on the EQS450+, including the adjustable Airmatic air suspension with selective damping, rear-axle steering (up to 10 degrees) and a suspension system. Dynamic Select system with selectable driving modes.

Similarly, the EQS450+’s Electric Art interior is applied to the EQS500, with a modification that includes black/space gray Nappa leather seats instead of Balao black/brown. Black fabric ceiling, velvet floor mats, lime wood trim with anthracite lines, lime wood center console with anthracite openings, as well as ambient lighting 64 colors are present.

The main highlight of the EQS’s interior is the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) Super Display, which consists of three separate screens – a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 17.7-inch central OLED touchscreen. inch and another 12.3 inch OLED touch screen for the panel. front passenger. The system includes Mercedes me connect services, support for online updates, augmented reality for navigation and support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay across various multimedia functions.

There is also the MBUX Premium Rear Seat Entertainment System with two wireless headphones to keep rear passengers entertained as they enjoy the luxury of the Rear Seat Package Plus (electrically adjustable rear seats with air conditioning). and comfortable armrest), wireless mobile device charging and a dedicated MBUX tablet.

Front occupants will also be pampered with power-adjustable Comfort seats that include heating, ventilation, massage and memory functions. The MBUX interior assistant for both front and rear as well as the Burmester 3D surround sound system add extra comfort to the creature inside.

Safety and driver assistance systems that are standard on the EQS500 include the Additional Driver Assistance Package (including AEB), Active Distance Assist Distronic (adaptive cruise control) with adaptive cruise control. prolonged auto restart in traffic jams, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Steering Assist (semi-auto) driving), Pre-Safe (with impulse side assist), maneuvering assist dodge, Active Park Assist, Parking Package with 360-degree camera and Urban Guard vehicle protection.