2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV gets a modest standard-equipment upgrade rather than a redesign. The headline change is that soft-close doors, four-zone climate control, front comfort-headrest cushions, and a center airbag are standard across the lineup.
About the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
1st generation (X296, introduced for 2023), third model year; minor standard-equipment update
Mercedes-Benz positions the EQS SUV as its most comfort-focused electric SUV: quiet, spacious, smooth-riding, and centered on a screen-rich cabin. Its core strengths are long-distance electric range, rapid charging, adjustable air suspension, rear-axle steering that makes the large body easier to maneuver, and extensive driver assistance. It targets shoppers who want the calm ride and technology associated with Mercedes luxury sedans in a taller, more versatile SUV body.
The EQS 450+ is the range-focused rear-wheel-drive model, while the EQS 450 4MATIC adds dual-motor AWD and the EQS 580 4MATIC emphasizes stronger acceleration with 536 horsepower. All three pair an adaptive air suspension and rear-axle steering with a three-screen dashboard, heated and ventilated front seats, Burmester audio, and a broad driver-assistance suite.
What changed, by category
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 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 | 355 hp | 355 hp | 536 hp |
| Torque | 419 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft | 633 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 74 cu-ft | 74 cu-ft | 74 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32 in | 32 in | 32 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 323 | 312 | 317 |
| MPGe Combined | 82 | 79 | 80 |
| Alarm System | |||
| 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 | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Massage Front Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV redesigned?
No. The 2025 EQS SUV remains part of the first generation introduced for 2023 and receives a modest standard-equipment update rather than a redesign.
What became standard on the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?
Soft-close doors, four-zone automatic climate control, front comfort-headrest cushions, and a center airbag between the front seats became standard on every 2025 EQS SUV.
Did the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV get a new powertrain or battery?
No. The three core models carry over without a material change to their motors, 118-kWh battery, transmission, or charging hardware.
What is the main safety change for the 2025 EQS SUV?
The main safety change is a standard center airbag between the front seats, designed to provide added protection between the driver and front passenger in a collision.
Is the 2025 EQS SUV meaningfully different from the 2024 model?
The difference is modest. The 2025 model makes several comfort features and a center front airbag standard, but it does not bring a redesign or a material powertrain change.
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