Following the introduction of the all-electric EQ models by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, the company has now introduced the AMG version of the Mercedes-Benz EQS. The Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC + is now available in Malaysia at a price of RM798,888. It is launched together with the AMG version of the EQE sedan.
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When first introduced in Malaysia, the EQS came in the guise of the EQS 450+ which was a single-motor RWD version of the car. It was fully imported (CBU) from Germany. The EQS 450+ was later replaced by the locally assembled EQS 500 4MATIC, which is a dual-motor version of the car. Now Malaysia welcomes the Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+.
On the outside, the Mercedes-AMG EQS distinguishes itself from its non-AMG counterpart with the typical AMG styling cues. Proudly placed upfront is the AMG-specific black panel “grille” with hot-stamped vertical struts in chrome. Of course, you also get the usual AMG letterings on the “grille” and on the tailgate.
The EQS 53 4MATIC+ boasts a drag coefficient of 0.23 and this is thanks to several design features. The AMG aero-specialists have carried a large number of wind tunnel and flow testing and have added the following features for the best aerodynamics:
- Front splitter in high-gloss black with chrome trim
- Air Curtains on the left and right in high gloss black with chrome trims
- AMG side sill panels in high-gloss black
- Rear apron in body colour with aerodynamically optimized diffuser (with 6 longitudinal fins)
- Larger rear spoiler (compared to AMG line version)
- 21-inch AMG light-alloy wheels
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Performance-wise, the Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup. The system outputs 484 kW (658 hp metric) and 950 Nm by default. This launches the large EV sedan from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds.
With the AMG Dynamic Plus Package, the AMG EQS 53 outputs a staggering 560 kW (761 hp metric) and 1,020 Nm, The century sprint time is a tad faster at 3.4 seconds. The EQS 53 has a top speed of 220 km/h by default and 250 km/h with the AMG Dynamic Plus Package.
An overview of the technical details of the EQS 53 4MATIC+ are as such:
- Drive: Dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD)
- Maximum power output: 484 kW (658 hp metric)
- Maximum torque: 950 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: 3.8 seconds
- Top speed: 220 km/h
- Maximum power output (with AMG Dynamic Plus): 560 kW (761 hp metric)
- Maximum torque (with AMG Dynamic Plus): 1,020 Nm
- 0-100 km/h (with AMG Dynamic Plus): 3.4 seconds
- Top Speed (with AMG Dynamic Plus): 250 km/h
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As for the typical EV numbers, the EQS 53 4MATIC+ houses a 108.4-kWh battery pack which provides up to 586 km of range (WLTP). As for charging, the fastest charging method is with 200-kW DC fast charging.
With 200-kW DC charging, the EQS 53 4MATIC+ can 300 km of range in just 19 minutes. As for AC charging, the EQS 53 4MATIC+ comes with 11-kW AC charging as standard, but customers can also upgrade to a 22-kW AC charging system.
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Inside, the AMG EQS spruces things up with several AMG touches. Part of the highlights of the AMG EQS’s interior include:
- Instrument panel and beltlines in space grey ARTICO man-made leather with NEOTEX grain and red topstitching
- Door centre panels and also transition from centre console to dashboard in black MICROCUT microfibre with red topstitching
- AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather, with flattened lower section, perforated in the grip area with silver-coloured aluminium paddles for setting various recuperation levels, in addition to standard AMG steering wheel buttons
- AMG sports pedals
- AMG floor mats and door sill trims with “AMG” lettering (illuminated with interchangeable cover)
Like the ‘standard’ EQS, the AMG EQS 53 also boasts an MBUX-powered hyperscreen, albeit with some AMG-specific functions. The display on the instrument cluster is distinctive and you get quick access to the AMG Dynamic Select driving modes through the specific button on the centre console.
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