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The costs to renew our MBUX features are now displayed in the Mercedes Me Connect store. Quick scan indicates it will be $300 per year for everything they currently have listed.
just because you can do something doesn’t mean you SHOULD do it…..
So they make you pay for live traffic. I get traffic free with google maps, Apple Maps and waze, so I’m not sure why I should pay Mercedes for this feature when I can get it with CarPlay.
You’re right. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should. I paid for services for 4 years on my S class and never utilized them once. I also am paying for Onstar services on my GMC suv for 2 years and also have not utilized them once. With a smartphone always with me I’m not seeing the need to pay for these additional services.
Premium Connectivity costs $99 per year if paid annually. This allows Auto Pilot, supercharger Access, and as noted the data plan. It is nicely priced. Of course don’t forget I had to pay for full Driving System (Autonomous Driving). We are still in the Beta Phase. I am waiting to actually participate in the Beta Program. You must achieve a high score on your driving as well as wait for an opening. Currently for new cars Tesla charges $15,000 for the opportunity to wait. That is pricey.
2023 Mercedes ESQ SUV 580 ● 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge
Tesla Premium Connectivity ($99 annual fee) allows for Navigation, Live Traffic Visualization, Satellite-View Maps, Video Streaming, Music Streaming, and Internet Browser
I have owned a Tesla (which I am trading in for a EQS SUV 580) since 2017. Back then it was included free, so I've never paid for it.
Tesla Premium Connectivity ($99 annual fee) allows for Navigation, Live Traffic Visualization, Satellite-View Maps, Video Streaming, Music Streaming, and Internet Browser
I have owned a Tesla (which I am trading in for a EQS SUV 580) since 2017. Back then it was included free, so I've never paid for it.
Hello, I recently purchased a 2020 Tesla Model X Long Range Plus with only 250 miles on the odometer. Thus far the car has been relatively problem free. There are things I really like such as the Dog setting for when you keep your dog in the car and lock it up. I really like the supercharger infrastructure. They improved the air suspension on the car from the earlier model. The car still suffers from the front end suspension setup. While I have not yet experienced an issue like shutter at acceleration, I am bothered that it is probably just a future headache.
The upgraded stereo is nice. I got the 5 seat version and am happy with a deeper 7inches rear trunk area. But I am not happy in that there is very little air directed to the back area. Had we gotten the 6 or 7 seat version there was an extra air conditioning condenser and also a outlet directing air to the third row. It is not a luxurious vehicle in my mind. It is really plain. I get the vegan seat covers, but really hate them. The EQS 580 SUV really seems like the right mix of everything. I have one coming in that is loaded and priced near the cost of a new Model X. I am just concerned with what seems like a subpar stereo system even though it is said to be Dolby Atmos. I have tried listening and have not been impressed over what the older 2020 model X has.
The 2020 Model X is also 4g. So I am kind of torn. What to do. I think I like everything I see in the EQS. But not sure. The other negative is that with the third row you cannot get the tow hitch. That is a real bummer as we like to take our bikes. I hope it is just an issue of towing. Not sure why the third row negates the hitch. Your thoughts appreciated.
Last edited by drmanny3; Oct 20, 2022 at 04:38 PM.
2023 Mercedes ESQ SUV 580 ● 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge
I recently purchased a 2020 Tesla Model X Long Range Plus
My EQS SUV 580 is on order for January 23 build date. So, other than a 20 minute test drive, it's hard to compare to my 2017 Model S 100D. I believe that the only major thing that I will miss is the full-time rear camera. I am a little peeved that the EQS SUV will only charge up to 40amps. I have been very happy with the Tesla for the last 5.5 years. But I wanted a more luxurious experience.
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