Overview
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is a luxury electric SUV with three rows and seven seats, aimed at families who want a large Mercedes EV rather than a conventional petrol SUV. This X296 generation launched in 2023. The EQS SUV range starts from RM625,888, bringing all-wheel drive and a single-ratio automatic transmission as standard.
EQS SUV in 2026 — what's new
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV carries on into 2026 unchanged, with no 2026-specific update announced. The Malaysian range remains the EQS450 4Matic and EQS580 4Matic, both seven-seat, all-wheel-drive electric SUVs. The EQS450 uses a 118 kWh battery and has a claimed 673 km range, while the EQS580 has 536 hp and a claimed 613 km range.
Variants (2)
RM625,888–RM699,888 · est. from RM6,390/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should choose the EQS450 4Matic at RM625,888. It has the longer claimed range of 673 km, a 118 kWh battery and 355 hp, while retaining AWD and seven seats. Pay RM699,888 for the EQS580 4Matic if 536 hp matters more than range; its claimed range is 613 km from a 108.4 kWh battery. The RM74,000 gap is substantial, so check the equipment list closely before paying more for the 580.
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 355 hp
- Motor Torque
- 800 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 118 kWh
- EV Range
- 673 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.1 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Boot Space
- 195 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 536 hp
- Motor Torque
- 858 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 108.4 kWh
- EV Range
- 613 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 4.6 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Boot Space
- 195 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Previous model years (1)
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 355 hp
- Motor Torque
- 800 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 118 kWh
- EV Range
- 673 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.1 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Boot Space
- 195 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The EQS SUV gives Mercedes buyers a seven-seat electric SUV with AWD in both versions. The EQS450 is the more rational one, because it costs less and has the longer claimed range. But this is an expensive route into an electric SUV: it starts above the Porsche Macan Electric, Lotus Eletre and Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback. Choose it for its three-row Mercedes EV format, not for a low entry price.
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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV FAQ
How much is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV in Malaysia?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs from RM625,888 for the EQS450 4Matic. The EQS580 4Matic costs RM699,888.
Which Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV variant should I buy?
Buy the EQS450 4Matic for its lower price and longer claimed 673 km range. Choose the EQS580 4Matic only if its 536 hp output justifies the RM74,000 increase for you.
How many seats does the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV have?
Both Malaysian EQS SUV variants have seven seats, giving the X296 a three-row layout.
What is the range of the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?
The EQS450 4Matic has a claimed range of 673 km. The more powerful EQS580 4Matic has a claimed range of 613 km.
