Mercedes-Benz India today launched the new Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 electric SUV in the Indian market. The EQS 450 is essentially the 5-seater version of the EQS 580 and will feature the same 122kWh battery pack. The e-SUV is priced at Rs 1.28 crores (ex-showroom) and will be assembled in India, interested customers can book the car online or by visiting their nearest Mercedes dealership and the deliveries are slated to begin in February 2025.
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450: Battery and range
Talking about the battery, as mentioned previously it will get the same 122 kWh battery pack as seen in the 7-seater EQS. This is the largest cell capacity for any passenger EV in the country and this battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just 31 minutes using a 200kW DC charger. It comes paired with two electric motors – one in each axle with a combined output of 264 kW of power and 800 Nm torque, it has a claimed range of 820 km in one full charge. For reference, the EQS 580 puts out 400 kW of power and 858 nm torque and has a claimed range of 809 kms.
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450: Design
In terms of design, the EQS 480 will have same design and features a blanked-off black panel grille that extends into the lower section of the front bumper. It also gets connected LED headlamps that run across the car’s width. At the rear, it gets full-width LED tail lamps and the rear profile looks very similar to the Maybach EQS with minor changes.
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450: Features
The Mercedes EQS 450 SUV is tailored for buyers who prioritize additional cabin space, particularly those who prefer being chauffeur-driven. Moving inside, it’s expected to get a Mercedes Hyperscreen setup comprising a fully digital 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 17.7-inch touchscreen infotainment with a 12.3-inch front passenger screen. Other features include dual 11.6-inch rear entertainment screens, soft-close doors, puddle lamps, illuminated running boards, a 15-speaker Burmester sound system, five-zone climate control, Level 2 ADAS, 9 Airbags and much more.
