If the only thing that matters is 0-60 times, it’s going to be hard for anyone to challenge the Tesla Model S Plaid.
But raw acceleration does not a luxury car make. And so, with the launch of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4Matic, the California upstart’s flagship sedan is facing its first truly direct competitor.
It may not be quite as fast off the line, but it offers all the classic luxury features the Teutonic brand is known for, plus some cutting-edge technologies, as well as a still-quick electric powertrain.
For Mercedes, the launch of the EQS offers a critical opportunity to seek some revenge. Long the benchmark in the premium luxury segment, the brand has watched a steady procession of traditional S-Class buyers defect to Tesla. The EQS provides a chance to win them back — while serving as the halo for its own planned shift to battery power.
With its distinctive, if controversial new design language, Mercedes launches with two versions of its new battery sedan. There’s the “base” EQ 450+ with its single, rear-mounted motor. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4Matic, as the name suggests, uses twin motors to not only boost performance but also add all-wheel-drive.
Mercedes later will introduce a truly high-performance AMG version, as well as an even more luxurious EQS Maybach — both teased during the recent Munich Motor Show. And to confuse matters even further, an EQS SUV is also set to reach the market next year - Autowise - link - Paul Eisenstein - link - more like this - link
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