Hello and welcome to Spain.
I am Amanda Stretton and today we’ve got something very special for you,
because I’m about to spend the day with something very luxurious, something very high-tech.
I’m about to spend the day with the new EQS by Mercedes EQ.
The EQS is the first all-electric luxury saloon from Mercedes EQ and, for me, it’s got it all:
technology, design, power, and connectivity.
But, more importantly, the EQS is going to be a game changer for electric vehicles in the luxury segment.
So join me as I take the EQS out for a drive
and discover exactly why this new model is setting the standard for luxury EV saloon cars.
In this video we will dive into the revolutionary MBUX multimedia system, the luxurious interior,
the experience of driving a fully electric car, the exterior design,
the safety and assistance systems on board, and the digital world of Mercedes me.
So keep watching – or you can jump to the chapter that interests you most by clicking on the timeline below.
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The new EQS clearly has its DNA in the Mercedes-EQ family,
with a focus on intelligence, ease of use, and digital luxury.
And nowhere is that more apparent than in the new cockpit
with this imposing MBUX Hyperscreen that runs from pillar to pillar.
It consists of three individual displays that are bonded together under one solid piece of safety glass.
There is the instrument cluster, the main media display, and a 12.3-inch passenger display over there.
Now this looks modern and incredibly elegant but the real magic is behind.
The next generation of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience multimedia system, MBUX,
enhanced with artificial intelligence.
So what does this mean?
Well, in a nutshell, the system can learn things you normally do whilst driving
and bring the info up before you even ask for it.
It’s like the brain and the nervous system of the car.
This state of the art interface is called a “zero layer”.
The key applications are always offered on the top level in the field of vision,
depending on the situation and context.
MBUX makes things as easy as possible for the driver.
It offers a fingerprint scanner but it can also recognise me by my face or my voice.
Hey Mercedes.
How may I help you?
Load my personal profile.
Alright, your profile is loading.
This is super convenient.
I love it, because all of my personal preferences are already preselected.
Thanks Mercedes!
In addition, there are some very useful smart navigation features.
The head-up display ensures that you don’t have to take your eyes off the road
by taking all driver-relevant information, such as directions and your current speed,
and projecting it directly into your field of view.
Augmented reality for navigation uses a camera in the windscreen to capture street signs,
points of interest, and street names, creating an enhanced map display for you.
Thanks to this, it’s now easier than ever to navigate complex traffic conditions and unfamiliar environments.
Navigation with Electric Intelligence is a feature that plans the fastest and most convenient route,
whilst calculating necessary charging stops along the way
and considering your personal driving style or traffic conditions.
The system also allows you to adjust the charging stops manually, depending on your preferences.
Throughout our day we’re always going to be up-to-date on our battery status thanks to this visualisation here.
The system will let us know how far we can travel and whether or not we can get back to the starting point
without the need for further charging.
With the new MBUX Hyperscreen being the most obvious feature in the new cabin,
the rest of the interior has also been designed to add further to the feel of progressive digital luxury.
The new EQS has been designed to be experienced with all the senses: visual, auditory, haptic, and olfactory.
Yep, really. And I’m going to come to that later.
The entire interior has a really high quality feel.
You’ll find beautifully made and innovative trim and materials all over the place.
And the EQS features genuinely impressive levels of interior space as well.
The engineers at Mercedes-Benz have also worked hard to make sure
that the climate and air inside the car provides exceptional comfort for all the passengers.
With ENERGIZING AIR CONTROL Plus, Mercedes-Benz is focusing on the wellness and well-being
of the driver and their passengers.
Thanks to energising nature programmes, there is comfort for all the senses.
I can select from forest glade, summer rain, and sound of the sea.
They provide an immersive sound experience for the passengers.
These programs were developed together with an acoustic ecologist,
and as well as being really calming, they’re impressively realistic.
The system also improves air quality with a mix of filtration, sensors, and air conditioning,
which can effectively work together to prevent fine particles, microparticles, pollen,
and other substances from entering the car.
If the car detects low air quality on the outside, it can also recommend closing the window or the sliding sunroof.
The ”S“ in the model name is always a good indication of a superior quality that you can expect in a Mercedes-Benz.
And the new EQS is no different.
Thanks to the MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment,
passengers in the back also have access to multimedia and entertainment options.
And from any seat in the car, you’re able to play minigames.
I can’t travel anywhere without being able to play Tetris, especially after a long day.
And of course the EQS is equipped with active ambient lighting.
The light strips throughout the interior cannot only be controlled in ways that fit your mood and taste,
they can also give colour feedback or additional visual warnings in certain situations.
Mercedes-Benz invented the first automobile and now it’s time to reinvent it with a pure electric drivetrain.
And just listen how quiet it is!
Of course, the absence of engine noise is the main thing you notice when driving an electric vehicle.
This is definitely very luxurious. It’s an amazing feeling.
As the EQS was developed on an EV-specific platform,
aspects such as driving acoustics and suspension were specially considered by Mercedes-Benz engineers,
and the results of their ground-breaking work have been more than remarkable.
This EQS 580 4MATIC offers 385 kW of power and, like any car in the EQS range, driving it is a thrilling experience.
But there is an even more impressive number when it comes to the new EQS.
This EQS 580 4MATIC comes with a range of up to 679 km.
And as an EQS 450+, it’s available with a range of up to 782 km.
That’s massive!
This is made possible by a new generation of high-density batteries,
including the incredible option of a super powerful 108 kWh unit.
Impressively, the EQS comes with rear axle steering, which allows steering angles of up to 10 degrees.
It makes the car super flexible when navigating traffic, narrow streets, or tight parking spots.
It also increases stability and safety on curvy roads.
And the EQS’s AIRMATIC air suspension means that the drive is incredibly comfortable and composed.
And even though this is a big car, this, combined with the rear axle steering,
means I can enjoy a great drive with brilliant handling.
Now let’s take a look at the new EQS’s beautiful exterior.
The new EQS is setting a new standard for electric vehicles.
So it’s only fitting that the exterior design tells the same story.
The car is built on an all-electric architecture,
making it clearly distinguishable from internal combustion engine cars at first glance.
What strikes me first is the EQS’s unique appearance
with innovative design features that clearly set it apart from conventional design.
And yet, you can see how it fits into the Mercedes-EQ family.
You know they were clearly looking to the future when they created this car
because, as of today, Mercedes-Benz have set a new aerodynamic benchmark for production cars.
At the front, there is this really distinctive face with the LED light band,
connecting the innovative headlights and, of course, the black panel grill.
And all of this comes together to create this really distinctive look,
focused around the central Mercedes-Benz star.
At the rear, another light band really ties up the package.
And I love details like this: the helix design in the rear lights.
Okay, let’s get this out onto the road because there are some more features I can’t wait to show you.
The predominant feeling I get whilst driving the new EQS is that of ease.
There’s a real sense of luxury and being taken care of when you’re behind the wheel of this car.
This really feels like the future to me.
The EQS comes with the Driving Assistance Plus Package,
which contains a variety of systems designed to keep me safe on the road.
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC can maintain a desired distance from the car driving ahead.
The Active Steering Assist uses gentle steering interventions to support you in keeping the car in the centre of the lane.
This works on straight roads, in slight bends, and on highways by gently turning the steering wheel.
The Active Steering Assist is supported by the 360-degree camera,
which films and analyses the roads and feeds this input into the system,
improving its functionality, especially in bends on country roads.
The EQS comes with the amazing Active Parking Assistant.
It’s not only able to find parking spaces, it also helps you with reversing into a parking space.
As part of this, it helps you with steering and also with accelerating, breaking, and changing gear.
Gosh, it puts the indicators on and does the steering wheel.
Wow, absolutely perfect.
And I’m in park.
Not bad, Mercedes!
The new EQS also comes with the amazing connected technology functions of Mercedes me,
the digital world around your Mercedes-Benz.
As well as giving you easy access to a portfolio of services specific to electric vehicles,
Mercedes me lets you personalise certain aspects of your driving experience, too.
Mercedes-Benz also offer over-the-air updates, keeping all the systems as up-to-date as possible.
The Highlight Mode has been launched with the new EQS,
where the car itself shows you exactly what it can do – a little bit like being in a 4D cinema.
Hey Mercedes.
How may I help you?
Start the Highlight Mode.
Ready to witness something exceptional? Then press ”Play“.
Hello and welcome in this EQS.
Oh, my seat is vibrating.
Now, you’re able to lean back and really experience all the comfort and personalisation options your EQS can offer.
From ambient lighting and massage functions to the highly filtered air, thanks to the HEPA filter.
Oh, I can smell it.
It even blows air out of here when the very efficient air filter system is being explained.
It’s amazing!
Here is the most helpful part of Mercedes me, because the charging process has been made as easy as possible.
And with Mercedes me Charge, you have access to one of the world’s biggest charging networks.
You can even use the new filter system in the app to find a charging station that best suits your needs.
Or you can use the MBUX voice assistant.
Hey Mercedes.
How can I help?
Please find me a fast charger.
Here is what I found. Where do you want to go?
Let’s go.
Please proceed to the highlighted route.
It also comes with Green Charging as standard.
Mercedes-Benz ensures that electricity from renewable sources will subsequently be fed back to the grid
for the quantities charged via Mercedes me Charge.
If authentication via the app, hedge unit or RFID card is a hassle for you, then you can use Plug & Charge.
If you approach a suitable charging station, your MBUX will recognise it and inform you that Plug & Charge is available.
And all that’s left is simply plug in and relax.
The EQS may be a treat in itself but, to top it all, it comes with IONITY Unlimited as standard for one year.
This means you will have access to IONITY’s fast charging network without any charging fees.
And it’s not even my birthday.
By the way fast charging means that you can charge with up to 200 kW using DC charging.
That will give you up to 300 additional km in just 15 minutes.
Well, that was a long drive.
But lucky for me, I have a Mercedes-Benz wall box so I can charge my car at home.
Well, that concludes my day with a brand-new Mercedes EQS.
And I have to say, my overwhelming impression of this car is that of luxury.
There is literally nothing Mercedes-Benz haven’t touched and just made a whole lot better.
Are you as electrified as me?
What did you like most about the EQS?
You can leave your comments below or you can just let me know what car you would like me to drive next.
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