Verdict
The EQS450 4Matic is the sharper Malaysian buy. Its 118 kWh battery delivers a claimed 673 km, 60 km more than the EQS580 4Matic despite the latter’s 536 hp and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time. The RM74,000 gap buys a serious 181 hp and 1.5-second acceleration advantage, but not faster 22 kW AC or 200 kW DC charging, extra seating or extra cabin kit. Unless that hard acceleration is central to the brief, the 355 hp EQS450’s longer range and RM455 annual road tax make more sense.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV EQS450 4Matic if 673 km claimed range, a 118 kWh battery and lower RM455 annual road tax matter more than a 4.6-second sprint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV EQS580 4Matic if you will use its 536 hp, 858 Nm and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h performance enough to justify the shorter 613 km range and higher running costs.
Key differences
- Price and road tax: EQS450 4Matic RM625,888 and RM455/year; EQS580 4Matic RM699,888 and RM1,015/year.
- Motor output: EQS450 4Matic 355 hp; EQS580 4Matic 536 hp.
- Motor torque: EQS450 4Matic 800 Nm; EQS580 4Matic 858 Nm.
- Battery and range: EQS450 4Matic 118 kWh and 673 km; EQS580 4Matic 108.4 kWh and 613 km.
- 0-100 km/h: EQS450 4Matic 6.1 seconds; EQS580 4Matic 4.6 seconds.
EQS450 4Matic
- 118 kWh battery with 673 km claimed range
- RM74,000 lower purchase price
- RM560 lower annual road tax
- 355 hp versus 536 hp
- 800 Nm versus 858 Nm
- 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.6 seconds
EQS580 4Matic
- 536 hp from its two-motor drivetrain
- 858 Nm of motor torque
- 4.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- RM74,000 higher purchase price
- 613 km claimed range, 60 km behind the EQS450 4Matic
- RM1,015 annual road tax versus RM455
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM625,888✓ | RM699,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455✓ | RM1,015 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 355 hp | 536 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 800 Nm | 858 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 118 kWh✓ | 108.4 kWh |
| EV Range | 673 km✓ | 613 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,959 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 2,810 kg | 2,810 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 195 litres | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Zeon Crossrange | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Four-link Axle | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 6 |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Boot Opening | Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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EQS450 4Matic vs EQS580 4Matic FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV EQS450 4Matic or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV EQS580 4Matic better?
The EQS450 4Matic is better for most buyers because it travels a claimed 673 km and costs less to buy and tax. Choose the EQS580 4Matic only if its 536 hp and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV EQS580 4Matic costs RM74,000 more than the EQS450 4Matic: RM699,888 against RM625,888.
Does the EQS580 4Matic charge faster than the EQS450 4Matic?
No. Both have 22 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging capability. The EQS450 4Matic has the larger 118 kWh battery and the longer 673 km claimed range.
