LAZARU5

I felt the same way about each of the MB vehicles I purchased since 2000. The difference is that in prior instances I took delivery in the last model year before the face-lifted version. The 2024 EQS 450 4Matic SUV includes at least $10K in additional features at the same MSRP which I consider a significant change for the second year offering. I don't regret purchasing the 2023 EQS a year ago, since I would have really taken a hit on my Taycan CT4 if I had held on to it until the Spring of 2024 when the new EQS will be available.

eqs5804matic

More information on battery spec and range for the 2024 EQS : https://carbuzz.com/news/mercedes-eq...ith-more-range

JoeMa

If you have a MY24 EQS SUV on order, let those of us on this forum know when or if it is in production.

I would think MB is already building MY24 EQS SUV's but please confirm if your dealership has given you an ETA.

jamshedd

I just placed my EQS 2024 SUV order at the dealership yesterday. They told me they don't have allocations for November yet but should get some by the middle of the month and I am likely first in queue for the EQS SUV. Now I need to be patient, though I've already had to wait 2 months just to be able to order the MY2024 vehicle.

MBEQGuy

Were there any deals available on EQS 2024 SUV or you paid over MSRP ?

jamshedd

Final pricing was not available in Netstar and I was told I'd know pricing later. I only paid a deposit to get a build slot for now.

Crito

EQS SUV has new competition. I personally think it's ugly but I'm pretty sure they just beat the pants off MB in the range department.

JoeMa

I'm sure it will be a good 3-row EV with great range and while I wouldn't call it ugly, the back-end is odd looking for sure. And I'm not impressed with the dash. They say the base model will start at under $80K, I'll believe that when they actually build and sell them for under $80K. I'd guess the bulk of them will be in the $120K to $180K range.

For me, I'll stick with a MB who's been building cars for more than 100 years and has a dealership in town where I can look at and test drive such a purchase. I'll leave the online purchasing of Ev's to others.

Crito

Yeah well looks are a personal preference thang i guess. To me it's too Jetsons/Buck Rogers/Back to the Future looking and won't age well. My new Jaguar has a timeless elegance that'll look just as cool in 30 years.

As for German engineering, well, uh, it's really not what it used to be in this global parts shop that auto manufacturers are using these days. Heck, I almost traded for a Porsche EV but quite frankly that thing is a death trap and even a small front-end collision would total the plasticy mess of hoses and tubes:

Crito

2024 Lotus Eletre is being delivered to customers. This green one would be the perfect match for my 2024 BRG Jaguar F-Pace. I might not wait for 2025 models with NACS connectors to trade-in my EQE 500 SUV.

jamshedd

I placed my EQS580 order on Nov 1 and the dealer said they were expecting allocations around middle of the month. I checked back this week since it’s now a whole month and I’m told still no allocation for the 580 SUV. Are other dealers getting allocations? How long is this wait typically?

sarhoshamiral

Just saw the announcement on Volvo EX90 specs/pricing, that's going to add some pressure on EQS SUV sales it sounds like. Pretty decent comparable option that maxes out at 90k USD.

FlatbushBoy

Here we are in January 2024 and the MBUSA website Build facility still only has the 2023 EQS SUV available.

FlatbushBoy

I'm looking to replace my RClass after 14 years, and I definitely need three rows. I'm aiming at the EQS SUV for now but I have to say the Lucid Gravity, from a utility standpoint, is much closer to the RClass. A third row that fits adults. It's dimensions are closer to the RClass too, which I find more appealing than the higher, boxier look of the EQS SUV. But Lucid is a pretty risky proposition from a corporate survivability standpoint, notwithstanding Saudi Arabia's backing.

GrnLantern

Get used to it. The online configurator on MBUSA usually lags by a full year.

JoeMa

If you need to seat adults in the 3rd row, the EQS SUV is not the best choice. If the 3rd row will only be used in limited situations, then it's a good choice, especially with the changes coming to the MY24. To bad MB hasn't switched to the NACS charging port yet, that would make your choice even more compelling. We have the 3rd row and never used it.

BenjaminKohl

2024 EQS450+ and 450 4Matic SUV models have been released for sale. Remember the 2024s get the addition of a larger battery pack (excluding Maybachs), front motor disconnect (excluding 450+), and a heat pump. With that all being said, I found a window sticker for a 450+ and the range is now an impressive 339 miles rated. Haven't been able to find a full window stiker picture for a 4Matic model. Exciting! 34 mile boost!

JoeMa

There are a lot of EQS 450 SUV 4MATIC's popping up within a 100 miles of my location as well but none showing a window sticker. I haven;t checked the lot of a nearby dealership but hope to soon. Pricing is generally between $114K to $119K. BTW, they also get the Hyperscreen standard which no doubt drove up the MSRP, but I wouldn't;t buy another EQS SUV without a Hyperscreen. I just don't care for the iPad center-console look in the non-Hyperscreen models.

BenjaminKohl

The base MSRP for the EQS SUV didn't go up a dime for 2024, so between the Hyperscreen and a few other smaller standard features like Active Ambient Lighting, the value definitely increased. But it does seem the first 2024s coming in are quite well equipped with AMG Line and Exclusive or Pinnacle trim, hence the higher MSRPs.

BenjaminKohl

The picture was blury but there's a car listed in South Orlando, an EQS450 $Matic SUV, with the window sticker in the background of one of the pictures, and it appears to say 330 mile range. That's huge if true! Rated range up 55 miles on that model.

Eaton

01/26/2024

• EPA Range added in technical specs:
  • EQS 450+: 339 mi (+34 mi)
  • EQS 450 4M: 330 mi (+45mi)
  • EQS 580 4M: 330 mi (+45 mi)

BenjaminKohl

Amazing, thank you! Any updates to the EQE SUV or other EQ models?

Eaton

It's all available now. I will post the info in the appropriate threads.

Eaton

Updates 3/20:

• Heated Steering Wheel can now be operated through a dedicated button in "Climate Menu"
• Door Handles have been optimized for faster and easier opening
• Second Row Easy-Entry can now return the seat back to its original position. After folding the seat forward to access the third row, press the button at shoulder level once to return seat to an optimal position for third row comfort. Press the button and hold again and it will return seat to previous position.

BenjaminKohl

Nice