Mercedes EQS 450+ review and range test - does electric fit perfectly with luxury? I think so!

[@rogerstarkey5390]

The right man giving you route directions on the barrier!

[@MarkGaudie]

I love the fact your channel isn’t scripted. Your in depth reviews and comparisons are one of the best. I love the fact you get the whole team involved and get everyone’s point of view on each car. Matt Watson has just released his review on the AMG spec of the EQS. Looks like one impressive piece of kit. Boot is massive too at over 600 litres. Sadly I can’t afford one but if I could I’d be very tempted indeed.

[@JohnnyZenith]

I concur. I just wish I could win the lottery and buy an AMG EQS. Looks amazing.

[@justinholding02]

It might be an amateur channel, you honestly really do a brilliant job! I love the honesty and open minded opinions.

[@bradleycross5987]

You deserve the "rewards" for your efforts. Your genuine and natural presentation (with real background experience) is excellent.

[@daviddenley3512]

I've heard about brake problems on most Electric cars, I was watching an EV mechanic driving round the UK servicing various EV's and the brake issues were coming up time and time again. If's caused by lack of use since most folk stick to Regeneration and consequently the brakes don't get used. The answer is simple, periodically use the bloody brakes!

[@enyaq_gorm]

That's why vw fitted drum brakes to the rear of their EVs

[@tomattime]

My favourite car interior to date. Excellent episode and of course thank you for putting yourself on the line and enduring the hardships of the Mercedes EQS. Much appreciated and Merry Christmas

[@CarFinanceSimplified]

I love the apparent quality of this motor. I'd love one after my Model 3 lease comes to and end!

[@ZEFElectric]

16:10 - regarding “dead breaks”, I had the same feeling first time I used the “real breaks” on my M3 LR.

[@slavko321]

Was just about to comment this, really little travel and not really stopping unless really emergency hard braking. Coming from a BMW.

[@kevinliley1102]

The "kid with a new toy" look on your face at the start of the video is magic and says it all really. I'm sure that it won't be too long before we'll see one of these at the RSEV headquarters.

[@eurouc]

I tried it out: back seat is a total fail. Upright with no leg support

[@JohnAdams-kc8wx]

Great review Richard. This is my kind of car - silent wafting with masses of torque. Look forward to your review one day of a Rolls Royce !!

[@JD-lv3oo]

What can I say, yet again top drawer enthusiasm. Looking forward to the next one.

[@victorgan1982]

Stumble upon your channel while looking for Mercedes EQS reviews as I’m considering between this and new i7. Good honest review. Keep it up. Few important things you pointed out that might sway my buying decision. ❌ Bad brakes ❌ No reclining back seats (which is a shame since this is an S class) Can you tell me more about the comfort level behind? Your video on the backseat comfort is too short. 😅

[@stephenwensley]

Your LA trip so far has tested two of my current ideal car garage (post lottery win lol) with the Rivian and EQS. Just waiting for the Taycan GTS video now to complete the trio

[@RSEV]

Taycan GTS video on its way soon

[@thomassoderqvist4666]

Great video as usual. Love the car and I can just dream of it. Don't believe I would go for the hyperscreen though. Had a look at an EQS at "my" dealer and it didn't have the hyperscreen and I just think that it looked enough. Looks a little bit over the top with the hyperscreen.

[@pedroalmeida4652]

Thanks a lot, Richard. As Bjorn already said, "me wants it!"

[@kacperjarzabek7869]

Favourite luxury car by far!

[@russvague2748]

Great video as usual. Looks like a great car.

[@jonathantaylor1998]

You lucky, lucky thing you, Richard...! Getting flown out to LA to drive such an incredible car... properly jealous 😏

[@Lot76CARS]

Great review, content gets better and better. You guys know your stuff on EVs and it shows. I think the established OEMs are now catching and even pushing Tesla, particularly in terms of interior, range of options and dealer network. This race is just starting and competition will surely drive it faster further.

[@jeremyparsons5379]

Interior? You’ve got to be joking, interior in Tesla is appalling

[@Lot76CARS]

@@jeremyparsons5379 agree, that’s the point I was making. Tesla is a bit hit and miss and very little trim choices.

[@The-Gerrards-UK]

Nice video, thanks Rich. LOVE that dash, it looks amazing, what did the big bit on the right with a neon car image on it do?

[@jeffsomething1264]

Great real world review. Thanks much.

[@gileshalliwell3591]

Really interesting video and very enjoyable! It will be interesting to see how all that very complex tech is fairing in ten years time?

[@stockdale1]

Great informative video RS, and yes not a bad day in the office. looks a great car but agree from the outside it looks a tad bland and not a fan of those silver air vents.

[@HybridViking]

Hi Kyle for Out of Spec! Fun seeing other youtube people randomly. Beautiful car however out of reach for most.

[@MJB9559]

Great video 🙂

[@eubikedude]

Nice, other than the nozzles, chrome screen trim and the blue lighting, the inside looks quite nice/functional. Not sure about the huge roof beam/small view out. The outside is a bit "Camry",

[@edwyncorteen1527]

About the only thing I miss about my old Renault Laguna is the rear wheel steering, as you say uncanny in use and a fabulous turning circle in a big car.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

I think I calculated about 400kg heavier than "others", so the equivalent of 4 extra passengers (5 up) and their "economy" airline luggage allowance in the car at all times.

[@jonathansmith5850]

It’s not a great millage for a battery that big but I guess it’s still better than an ICE equivalent. Looks lovely though and a very nice place to be.

[@maxgreece1]

Interior looks amazing. Not so sure about the outside and the price tag is a bit high. I must say I’ve been somewhat disappointed that the real luxury cars haven’t embraced electric so far. Seems a match made in heaven. This one should do well I think.

Does it have the ability to allow your PA to program in your agenda so the charging and all that is handled?

[@RSEV]

Well this and most modern cars indeed sync your calendar, so yes the car knows where to go and will incorporate charging if needed 💁‍♂️. Been doing that for years…

[@dougholmes6631]

Another reviewer commented about the brakes? Tesla Y performance or EQS 450? Forget money.

[@johnnysood2]

I spend 140 euros on diesel to do up down nearly 600 kms, guess having this car, full charge will be only 35 euros and we good, will be saving alot

[@LuckTR]

Oh the glare...The glass is not a good idea. Definitely not for people living in the desert regions. It will become blinding once the sung hits the "right" angle. Other than that really cool car!

[@TheBowerbird]

Was that a cameo by Kyle of Out of Spec Motoring?

[@RSEV]

Yeah that was him 👍

[@pasad335]

Did you at least make it to Newcomb Ranch? It looks like you turned around way early. You need to at least get up into the tree line to have a nice drive on ACH. Next time, go east to San Gabriel Canyon Road to Glendora Mountain Road and make the loop.

[@davidwhitnall9783]

Is it better than the Model S, for I have one on order but dates keeps going back?

[@RSEV]

Well more luxurious and cosseting by far. Tesla brings easier charging which helps for regular long journies and performance of a Plaid is impossible to touch but otherwise yes a very very viable alternative indeed and more luxury feeling

[@davidwhitnall9783]

@@RSEV Thanks Richard, looking forward to the Model S Plaid review.

[@glenny2960]

David - ‘better’ is very subjective isn’t it. I’d stick with the model S if I were you. If you like interior luxury with loads of screens then maybe you’d prefer the EQS, but for anything else, then stick with the Tesla. They’re not the most in demand Ev’s in the world for nothing. Economy, charging infrastructure, OTA updates, performance, ability for future FSD, holding their value, overall tech (such as octovalve) …..the list goes on. Tesla are always developing & improving their products - You won’t be disappointed…..

[@henriquerochelle]

Great Car !! Top Series ! Thats why is S ! Great Vídeo RIO VERDE - GO - BRAZIL

[@neoquest2012]

At 70 mph i think our EQV is much quieter despite its interior volume 🤔

[@danpaul4975]

Why did that centre sliding lid sound so ridiculously cheap?! And the "twang" when the indicator flicked off? I don't think I'm a fan of the eqs, no matter how quiet and luxurious it may be

[@RSEV]

Yes I noticed that twang when I watched it back myself and thought how old school that is!

[@Durzel]

Yeah that twang surprised me too. Definitely not what you’d expect from Mercedes and particularly an S-class. I know that’s snobby, but the customer for this car will want uncompromising quality. This looks like a lovely car. As you say electric cars are perfect for this wafting in total serenity feel. No noise, total comfort, etc.

[@jamo78s3]

How does it compare to the highest spec tesla? I suspect a lot better apart from acceleration.

[@RSEV]

Well yes far more luxurious than any Tesla, even the latest revised model S.

[@pppscooby]

Would you get this or wait for the new S?

[@RSEV]

This 💁‍♂️

[@jamesk3565]

Very nice vehicle, how long are you in the states?

[@RSEV]

I was only there for 3 days in the end unfortunately 😔

[@abraxastulammo9940]

Wonderful! 👍

[@georgevavoulis4758]

You do know that was Kyle Connor a KZbin with a great channel 👍telling you about Angle Crest Hyway

[@RSEV]

😂 yes… spent 3 days with him and lots of different cars. 👍

[@marktiller1383]

I'm in Australia and Merc treat their dealer's extremely badly and then pass that treatment on to their customers. If you want top class after sales, it's got to be a petrol mild hybrid Lexus. (Lexus TRUELY amazing when it comes to after sales). Here, if you wanted electric, Tesla are producing the best EVs, in my experience, I wouldn't go near a Merc Ev here.

[@MrGMawson2438]

Very nice

[@noelyboy6969]

Fantastic car mental price

[@Wised1000]

If you are driving at the speed limit in California you are a rolling roadblock!

[@mikegipson1224]

Still sounds relatively loud - but that could be the microphone picking up more?

[@spacepunch72]

Brit travels to LA to test a German car lol, genetically trying to find flaws on anything that’s German 🤣🤣🤣 Really, as a gap filler until the new Tesla Model S? Can’t imagine someone would swap back to Tesla if they can afford a Mercedes. Good to see you’re enjoying that car!

[@migranthawker2952]

Is it true that Mercedes cars no longer have indicators, because Mercedes drivers never bother to use them?

[@gintsreinis2599]

You mean BMW drivers?

[@dougholmes6631]

Mate you need to move to the New World! You would-be welcomed here!

[@Medea007]

For 100k I want a stargate.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

The nearest you'll get is the Plaid mode screen.

[@eubikedude]

RWS for the steering - given Cyberteuck will have it, maybe Model S/X will get it or (I'm dreaming) the whole range. :)

[@eubikedude]

Argh! The wheel paddles make flappy plastic noises! Of course you should be able to control the regen just with how much you lift your foot off ... and if you don;t wanbt to use your foot, just let the car drive. ;) That's what I do in the Tesla anyway.

[@davidws5439]

At last, you are driving on the RIGHT side of the road and left side of the car! The USA needs to actually change to the metric system and all the countries that drive on the left needs to switch to the right side of the road. This would save a lot of money on car design and would open the left hand driving countries so they would get new vehicles much sooner. Looks like you are doing a great job driving on the right side.

[@paulmcgee1867]

Can you not turn right on a red light?. 7 series is a dreadful car you feel every different coat of paint and bump in the road. Zero insulation.

[@really9025]

Not sure I like the big screens. Seem tacky and unnecessary to me. The screen size in my 2017 GLC seems appropriate.

[@AG-ti6cp]

I'm finding that the (necesary) obsession with range in all EV reviews is starting to become really boring and the amount of effort ( and cost ) required to achieve 300 miles without 30-55m recharge tell me that the technology needs to progress quite a way yet. Was told yesterday about queues at a charger in Essex - cold weather having decimated range for numerous people wih a family in the car and the heating on going Xmas shopping.

[@frankblok1743]

Do not agree with this. 10-80% of the Max range means only 70% remains available. And subtract another 20% in winter and you are down to 350 km of operational range, which is nothing special. So, well done Mercedes!

[@edwyncorteen1527]

If you have owned one of the original 24kWh Leafs you would understand this obsession, these days all you need in the UK is a reliable 300 mile range so charge every 200 on a long trip with plenty to spare if there is a problem. The queues you mention is the reason my next car will be the Tesla Model Y, the supercharger network is simply a game changer. I have heard lots of anecdotal evidence of people buying cars like the I-Pace but rapidly swopping them for a Tesla due to the public charging network.

[@mdc5940]

I tried to watch this review... Electric cars just ruined the whole process for me😔Big screens, frunk, range, charging time🤧 Gone are the days when our cars had a personality, a bond with the driver! As soon as AI will become fully operational and available, we'll just be transported from A to B inside a pod starring at a screen instead of a windshield similar to an amazon package in the back of a truck! It's just sad what it's become.

[@badmonkey2917]

Seemed a bit cocky to man giving direction advice. 2 min in a eqs do this to a man or what?

[@brushlessdrive9250]

Crappy overpriced car from germany.

[@RichardPeterShon]

Used to love mercs but after seeing this..... nah.

[@MrFatknacker]

The transition from regenerative to physical braking on my EQC is less than confidence inspiring as well … in fact spare underpants required I was thinking after an emergency stop 🤔 The looks I am ok with - compared to a Tesla Model S (stretched Ford Mondeo), a Tesla Model Model X (stretched and then over-inflated Ford Mondeo) and Tesla Model 3 (a Ford Mondeo that has been involved in a motorway shunt) I think it looks quite sleek, stylish and classy 😉

[@briankavanagh7191]

You know you've upset the fanboys with your analogy on the shape of tesla's! You naughty boy. 😀

[@russvague2748]

Spot on

[@slodose]

Great video 👍