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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan is the new EQS 450 4MATIC, which adds dual-motor all-wheel drive between the rear-drive EQS 450+ and the more powerful EQS 580 4MATIC. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with revised trim names and customizable vehicle alert sounds.
About the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS
1st generation (introduced for 2022), second model year and before the later styling update
Mercedes-Benz positions the EQS as its electric counterpart to the S-Class: a full-size luxury sedan focused on quiet travel, long driving range, advanced cabin technology, and a soft ride rather than sports-car handling. Its aerodynamic hatchback body provides unusually useful cargo room for a luxury sedan, while air suspension, rear-axle steering, extensive driver assistance, and a screen-centered interior distinguish it from more conventional electric sedans.
The 2023 EQS 450+ is the range-focused version, with rear-wheel drive and an original EPA estimate of 350 miles. The new EQS 450 4MATIC adds all-wheel-drive traction, while the 516-hp EQS 580 4MATIC pairs stronger performance with a dashboard-wide three-screen display. Every version has air suspension, rear-axle steering, and heated and ventilated front seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The new EQS 450 4MATIC adds a second electric motor and all-wheel drive, producing 355 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. The EQS 450+ and EQS 580 4MATIC powertrains carry over without a major redesign.
Tech
Customizable EQ-specific notification, lock and unlock, and charging sounds were added across the lineup.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 329 hp | 355 hp | 516 hp |
| Torque | 417 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft | 631 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.4 in | 40.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 350 | 340 | 340 |
| MPGe Combined | 103 | ||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Head-Up Display | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between the 2023 and 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS?
The main difference is the addition of the EQS 450 4MATIC for 2023. It brings dual-motor all-wheel drive to the 450 model, while the lineup also gains customizable vehicle alert sounds and revised trim naming.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS a redesign?
No, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS is not a redesign. It is the second year of the first-generation model, with a new all-wheel-drive version and modest technology and trim updates rather than major changes to the body, battery, suspension, cabin layout, or safety systems.
Which 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS sedans have all-wheel drive?
The 2023 EQS 450 4MATIC and EQS 580 4MATIC have dual-motor all-wheel drive. The EQS 450+ uses one rear motor and rear-wheel drive.
How does the 2023 EQS 450 4MATIC differ from the EQS 450+?
The EQS 450 4MATIC adds a front motor and all-wheel drive, with 355 hp, 590 lb-ft of torque, and an original EPA range estimate of 340 miles. The rear-wheel-drive EQS 450+ has 329 hp, 417 lb-ft, and an original EPA estimate of 350 miles.
Did Mercedes-Benz change the EQS trim names for 2023?
Yes. The 2022 EQS 450+ Exclusive continued as the 2023 EQS 450+, and the EQS 580 Pinnacle 4MATIC continued as the EQS 580 4MATIC. Several other 2022 package-based variants were dropped as the lineup was simplified.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS.
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS
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