2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS Specifications Overview

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS is an all-electric vehicle certified across 4 configurations, utilizing an electric motor powertrain with All-Wheel Drive and Rear-Wheel Drive architectures and single-speed direct drive transmissions. EPA classified as a Large Cars.

Engine / Motors
Electric
Electric Drive Motor(s)
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
A1
Automatic (A1)
Vehicle Classification
Large Cars
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (4)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
EQS 450 4matic Large Cars Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) All-Wheel Drive Electricity
EQS 450 Plus (SUV) Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) Rear-Wheel Drive Electricity
EQS 580 4matic (SUV) Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) All-Wheel Drive Electricity
EQS 450 4matic (SUV) Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) All-Wheel Drive Electricity
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Large Cars
  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV AWD
  • 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 4 DR AWD
  • 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RWD
  • 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 4 DR RWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.