Mercedes-Benz EQS 2026 Has a Travel Distance of 925 Km and Uses AI Technology

Mercedes-Benz EQS 2026. (Photo: Mercedes-Benz)

JAKARTA - The luxury electric sedan Mercedes-Benz EQS model 2026 is claimed to be able to travel up to 925 kilometers on a single charge. This is based on the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) test standard.

Launching from Arena EV, Wednesday, April 15, this increase confirms EQS's position as one of the electric vehicles with the longest cruising range in its class. The latest EQS V now adopts an 800-volt electric architecture, following the latest developments from the CLA and GLC models.

In addition, this car is also equipped with an internal Mercedes-Benz electric motor which is claimed to be more compact and has higher performance. The increase in mileage is inseparable from the use of a 122 kWh battery that relies on an oxide silicon anode.

This technology allows for an increase in energy density, so that vehicle efficiency is significantly boosted. In terms of charging, the latest EQS supports fast charging up to 350 kW DC.

In ideal laboratory conditions, a 10-minute charge is claimed to be able to increase mileage by up to 320 kilometers. Meanwhile, at a 400-volt charging station, the battery system will divide itself into two parts so that it can still receive power up to 175 kW.

Mercedes-Benz also mounts a two-speed gearbox on the rear motor. The first gear is designed to provide optimal acceleration when starting, while the second gear is focused on efficiency when traveling at high speeds.

Another innovation comes through steer-by-wire technology, which eliminates the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels, replacing it with a digital signal system. However, consumers who want a conventional driving sensation can still choose an electromechanical steering system.

Entering the cabin, Mercedes-Benz's latest operating system is now integrated with artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing, and Google Gemini. This integration allows for a more sophisticated interaction experience between the driver and the vehicle.

Not only that, EQS can also "communicate" with other Mercedes-Benz vehicles to detect potential dangers on the road, such as potholes or sleeping policemen. This system is even able to adjust the suspension automatically in a split second before the wheels cross the obstacle.

The navigation feature has also been updated with a more detailed 3D map view and trip planning that takes external factors into account, including wind conditions, to optimize mileage estimates. In terms of appearance, exterior updates include a standing star emblem option that now appears more modern on the hood.

For the European market, the EQS500 4Matic variant with all-wheel drive and 350 kW of power is marketed starting at 123,284 euros or around Rp2.4 billion. Meanwhile, the highest model, the EQS580 4Matic, comes with 430 kW of power and 800 Nm of torque, priced at 134,732 euros or the equivalent of Rp2.7 billion.