A car aficionado or not, the very first name that gushes out from our mouth the moment we talk about luxobarges or phrases such as ‘the best car in the world,’ ‘luxury cars,’ etc. is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Such is the emotion diligently curated by it in our hearts through its cutting-edge technology, stately design, and the ride which appears to be like sitting in the lap of luxury, that it has become a household name and arguably the first choice for industry stalwarts having humongous monetary resources to splurge.

The All-New EQS: An Electric Revolution

So was there anything that could make the car crowned as the ‘best car in the world’ any better? Yes, as we imbibe the learning gained from the massacre of the coronavirus, we understand that sustainability is the key to a burgeoning future which indirectly translates to an all-electric S-Class. So here comes the EQS, based on the S-Class but with a striking new curvaceous design, an interior giving an ode to the future, and electric hardware which produces stupendous numbers to make it a driver’s car as good as one which will pamper its clientele savoring the opulence at the back.

Mercedes-Benz EQS Prototype

The Unveiling of the EQS Prototype

The EQS prototype was unveiled at the UAE’s largest emirate, Abu Dhabi, for customers to glance at the car as a prelude to the final production model that will be launched towards the end of the final quarter of the year. Wraps were taken off the car by Emirates Motor Company, the flagship marque of Al Fahim Group and the official distributor of Mercedes-Benz cars in the emirate.

Design Features of the EQS

Being the brand’s very first electric sedan, it has a lot resting on its shoulders carrying the ‘S’ in its name. To deliver on that front, the EQS is bestowed with several idiosyncrasies:

Curvaceous Silhouette: In contrast to the conventional sedan shape of the S-Class, the EQS features a curvaceous silhouette that enhances its aerodynamics.
Hexagonal Grille: The EQS boasts a hexagonal grille ornated in glossy black finish, adorned with star-like elements.
Innovative Door Handles: Door handles pop out upon unlocking, adding to the futuristic design.

Interior Innovations

If you have ogled at its exterior in bewilderment, the interior is unlike anything else seen before and will arouse a great deal of visual splendour with ambient lighting and several trims for the dash and the seats. The hallmark of the cockpit is the triple-screen layout enveloping all the important functions, freeing up space earlier occupied by knobs and switches. To pamper its customers, it offers features such as:

Headrest pillows for the front and rear seats.
Executive Rear Seat Package with massaging, neck and shoulder heating features.
A tablet to control the MBUX infotainment system.
A cutting-edge fingerprint scanner that sets seat and steering configurations to your preference every time you sit in the car.

Performance of the EQS

The most intriguing aspect of the car is the powertrain configuration in which the car will be brought to the UAE. The range-topping variant, the EQS580 4MATIC, produces a stonking 516 hp which is sent to all the wheels via independent motors affixed to each. It is capable of darting from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.1 seconds and accelerates for a claimed 770 km until it runs out of charge. To enhance its dynamic capabilities, it features rear-wheel steering that tilts the wheels to 4.5 degrees should the need arise.

Mercedes-Benz EQS Prototype

Conclusion and Future Outlook

Mohammad Al Momani, Acting General Manager at Emirates Motor Company, says, “We were delighted to introduce the new EQS to our customers in Abu Dhabi who had the opportunity to see a pre-production model. We are expecting to see the car in our showrooms in the latter part of the final quarter of the year, but we are excited for what the future holds for Mercedes-Benz and also for EMC as we look to offer a carbon-neutral fleet. The development of the EQS is in line with global trends to reduce CO2 emissions as well as with the UAE’s Vision 2021 to create a sustainable environment and infrastructure. As the latest addition to the Mercedes-EQ range, the EQS is one of a number of vehicles that will be arriving to our showrooms that cater to different customer needs.”

The EQS makes strong affirmations and taking a sneak peek at the value it is set to offer in the UAE, the car and the future, both look promising enough.

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