Mercedes-Benz EQS I (V297) gallery (2021–present)

First generation of the flagship electric liftback Mercedes-Benz EQS (V297), featuring benchmark aerodynamics (Cd 0.20) and range up to 780 km.

Mercedes-Benz EQS I (V297), SUV, white, front three-quarter view — photo 203656 1600 x 1200 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV [UK] (2023)
SUV White five-door crossover viewed from a front three-quarter angle, driving on an asphalt road against a background of green trees. A driver is visible behind the steering wheel.
Mercedes-Benz EQS I (V297), SUV, white, rear three-quarter view — photo 203655 1600 x 1200 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV [UK] (2023)
SUV A white electric luxury crossover with a contrasting black roof, captured from a rear three-quarter angle on an asphalt road against a background of green trees.
Mercedes-Benz EQS I (V297), SUV, white, rear three-quarter view — photo 203654 1600 x 1200 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV [UK] (2023)
SUV A white luxury electric crossover with tinted windows and a black roof, parked on a city street in front of a modern dark textured building facade.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS (chassis code V297) debuted in April 2021 as the electric counterpart to the flagship S-Class. It was the first production model constructed on Mercedes' bespoke EVA modular EV platform. Its streamlined 'One-Bow' coupe-like design established a world record drag coefficient of Cd 0.20 for production cars.

Inside, the cabin introduced the optional MBUX Hyperscreen, a continuous 56-inch curved glass panel housing three displays under AI control. Powertrain offerings range from the single-motor RWD EQS 450+ to dual-motor 4MATIC variants (EQS 450, EQS 500, EQS 580) and the AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ offering up to 761 hp. Battery capacities of 107.8 kWh to 118 kWh deliver driving ranges of up to 780 km. A 2024 update re-introduced the traditional Mercedes chrome standing star on the hood.