German legacy automaker Mercedes-Benz has just announced the final pricing of its luxury marque’s inaugural all-electric SUV, the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680.
According to the press release, the Mercedes-Maybach model will have a starting price of $179,900 at authorized US dealerships. The customer delivery fee costs an additional $1,150.
Technical details
The 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 will undergo production in the company’s Alabama factory in a “net carbon neutral manner,” Electrek reports.
The “automotive masterpiece” features dual permanently synchronous electric motors that generate an 84 kW output, 649 horsepower, and 700 lb-ft torque.
Presented below are some of the key specifications of the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 disclosed during its April debut:
| EQS 680 SUV | Specs |
| Drive configuration | 4MATIC AWD |
| Powertrain | Dual motor |
| Output | 484 kW (649 hp) |
| Torque | 700 ft-lb |
| Acceleration (0-60 mph) | 4.1 seconds |
| Top speed | 130 mph |
| Range (provisional WLTP) | up to 600 km (373 miles) |
| Onboard charger | 9.6 kW |
| AC Charge time (0-100%) | 12.75 hours |
| DC fast charging max | 200 kW |
| DC charging (10-80%) | 31 minutes |
| Range after 15 mins DCFC | up to 220 km (137 mi) (WLTP) |
| Length / width (w/o mirrors) / height | 201.7″ / 80.1″ / 67.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 126.4″ |
| Turning radius (rear-axle steering 10°) | 36.1″ |
| Cargo capacity | 15.3 cubic-feet |
| Combined power consumption (provisional values) | 24.4-22.5 kWh/100 km |
Exterior design
The new Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 features the iconic Mercedes star on its hood with intricate details. It boasts a distinctive two-tone body paint that enhances its overall elegance and beauty.
Moreover, it sports 21″ allow wheels customized with “MAYBACH” lettering. It also has a huge black panel, a high-gloss black design, and unprecedented depth.
For the first time, the grille is smoothly closed with high-tech elements to conceal the radar sensors.
These are just some of the numerous factors making the model the embodiment of total luxury, performance, and sustainability, according to BenzInsider.
Interior features
Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680’s interior boasts the German automaker’s MBUX Hyperscreen throughout the dashboard. It also has two 11.6″ rear seat entertainment screens.
The model’s rear seats exclusively feature Nappa leather upholstery that enhances comfort. Its front and rear Executive seats offer ventilation and massagers with neck and shoulder heating technology.
US-based customers can also select between the five-seater or four-seater Executive Rear Seat Package Plus without additional fee. For context, the Executive Rear Seat Package Plus offers a calf massager feature while reclining.
For interested customers, here is the pricing breakdown:
| Standard Features | Executive Rear Seat Package Plus | Maybach Night Series Design Package (w Executive Rear Seat Package) |
| $179,9001 | No cost option (4 seat option replacing 5 seat option) | $25,000 |
| Highlights include: -Dual Permanently Synchronous Electric Motors with 484 kW Output -AIRMATIC Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping System -21″ Wheels -MBUX Hyperscreen with 17.7″ OLED Central Display, 12.3″ OLED Passenger Display, and 12.3″ Instrument Cluster -Two 11.6″ MBUX Rear Seat Entertainment Displays -Burmester 4D Sound System with Dolby Atmos, EQ Sound Experience, and Sound Personalization -Fingerprint Scanner for MBUX Profile Authentication -Parking Package with Surround View System and PARKTRONIC -GUARD 360 Vehicle Protection Plus -Rear LED Taillamps with Lightband and Helix Signature -DIGITAL LIGHT with LED Lightband Light System | Highlights include: -Folding Rear Tables -Heated / Cooled -Rear Cupholders -Rear Heated Armrest -Four Place Seating | Highlights include: -21″ Night Series Seven-Spoke Wheels w/ Maybach Pattern MANUFAKTUR Natural Grain Herringbone Pattern -Dark Walnut Wood MANUFAKTUR -Black Pearl Exclusive Nappa Leather (only available w/ Night Series) -Maybach Dark Chrome Elements -Rose Gold Pins within the Headlights -Exclusive Garnet Glow Active Ambient Lighting -Door Sills featuring Night Series lettering -Vehicle Key in Dark Chrome |
Customers can already place an order for the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680. The model’s premium pricing is unsurprising, considering all the convenience features and advanced technologies it offers customers. It can significantly aid the luxury marque’s efforts to join the highly competitive EV market in the US.
