Mercedes has lots to show with its first correct EV coming to the United States. The EQS will land in sellers this fall at a yet-to-be-announced value level and, when it does, it’ll tackle choices from Tesla and Porsche. How will it fare in opposition to these EVs? We had an opportunity to drive the 2021 EQS for 2 days and determine the way it stacks up not simply in opposition to rivals however up in opposition to the S-Class itself.

On our drive we received time behind the 450+ with rear-wheel drive, the 580 4Matic with all-wheel drive, and the Edition One model with its two-tone paint and 580 4Matic powerplant. All autos have a 107.8 kWh capability battery pack and on the WLTP vary take a look at, the car is rated at 485 miles. Of course, the extra stringent EPA testing must be carried out and that quantity ought to fall. For now, we’ve got a drive and impressions whereas we await vary estimates and pricing. Watch our first drive video above for the complete story.