Mercedes EQS facelift debuts with new grille, larger battery

Mercedes-Benz has introduced a facelift for the EQS that brings in some styling updates while also adding more range. Updated for the 2024 model year, the new EQS facelift is also claimed to offer improved rear seat comfort.

1. EQS facelift gets a new face inspired from the S-Class
2. Comes with bigger 118kWh battery pack
3. India launch expected this year

Mercedes-Benz EQS facelift: updated design

While the overall silhouette remains unchanged, Mercedes-Benz has added faux chrome elements on the grille to make it look similar to the S-Class. Moreover, the EQS now gets a ‘standing star’ on the front hood, also echoing the company’s ICE flagship sedan.

Mercedes-Benz EQS facelift: new features

When opted with the optional Extended Rear Luxury Lounge Pack, the EQS will now offer a special slanted footrest on the right side in the rear compartment. To further improve comfort for rear occupants, the front passenger seat can be folded forward while the backrest in the rear can be adjusted up to 38 degrees. The optional equipment also includes seat heating, along with neck and shoulder heating in the rear, as well as pneumatic adjustment of the seat depth. 

Mercedes says that the rear seats get 5mm more foam in the backrest. Moreover, the MBUX Hyperscreen that merges three displays is now standard on the EQS. Other new additions include Dolby Atmos, YouTube web app, and a digital travel guide.

Mercedes-Benz EQS facelift: battery pack, range

The battery capacity of the EQS has been increased from 108.4kWh to 118kWh, adding about 82km of more range than before. For reference, the India-spec pre-facelift EQS has an ARAI certified range of 857km. With the bigger battery pack, the range could exceed the 900km mark.

Mercedes-Benz EQS facelift: launch, price

The EQS facelift could be brought to India in the coming months as a part of the 9 new cars and SUVs the brand plans to launch here this year. As of now, the pre-facelift EQS is priced in India at Rs 1.62 crore (ex-showroom), but the arrival of the facelift would result in a slight price bump. It will continue to rival the BMW i7 and Porsche Taycan upon arrival.

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