PEKAN: The EQS 500 4MATIC is the first all-electric luxury saloon to be fully assembled locally.
Based on the modular architecture for the luxury electric vehicle segment, it has a coupé-like silhouette, a muscular shoulder and reduced lines in a seamless design.
Available as a sole variant, the EQS 500 4MATIC is rated at 330 kW (WLTP combined electrical consumption: 21.3 – 17.6 kWh/100km; CO2 emissions: 0 g/km) capable of accelerating from 0-100kph in just 4.8 seconds with the addition of a second electric motor.
The EQS 500 4MATIC offers a range of 696km (WLTP).
It now features Electric Art line exterior, which emphasises the progressive design language with elegant chrome trim elements and 20-inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels.
It is also equipped with the iconic Mercedes-Benz patterned radiator grille and panoramic sliding sunroof that allows ample light to brighten the cabin emphasising the intricate interior design.
The car comes with a distinctive light signature and state-of-the-art DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps. The two-part tail lights are connected by a light strip - a feature that characterises all Mercedes-EQ vehicles.
With a Cd benchmark of 0.20, the EQS is the most aerodynamic production car in the world.
The EQS 500 is equipped with Mercedes-Benz’s signature ambient lighting paired with comfort seats and velour floor mats.
The roof liner in black fabric, multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather, galvanised steering-wheel gearshift paddles, and anthracite linestructure lime wood trim are a perfect blend of comfort and luxury.
Drivers are provided with both alternating current and direct current charging options.
Direct current charging (200 kW) at rapid charging stations from 10 to 80 percent only needs approximately 31 minutes while alternating current charging (11 kW) at public charging stations or the Mercedes-Benz Wallbox from 10 to 100 percent will take around 10 hours.
The car comes with Driving Assistance Plus Package which includes Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, extended automatic Re-start in traffic jams, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Steering Assist, Evasive manoeuvre support, PRE-SAFE impulse side, and rear sensors for the lane departure assistant.
The inclusion of URBAN GUARD vehicle protection provides drivers with a peace of mind when parked. It consists of an anti-theft alarm system together with an interior monitoring system accessible via the Mercedes me app.
The EQS 500 4MATIC is equipped with 360-degree camera and Active Parking Assist which provides drivers with a clear view of their surroundings when parking.
The projection of the Mercedes-Benz brand logo next to the open side doors will be an attractive eye-catcher.
The futuristic and iconic MBUX Hyperscreen will be standard in the all-new EQS 500 4MATIC.
As if cast from a single mould, 3 displays seamlessly blend together beneath a glass panel, creating one large surface.
It houses the MBUX multimedia system and OLED technology for the central-as well as passenger display.
A fingerprint scanner is ergonomically located below the central display storing personal settings and data such as recent destinations and addresses.
The Pekan plant makes nine Mercedes models.
The Mercedes-Benz plant in Pekan was established in 2004. As of 2022, the plant has taken ownership of the 90% ratio of Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the country, and also produces its best-selling model, the C-Class for the Phillippines market.
It produces a total of nine models including vehicles from its brands Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes-EQ.
Spread over a total land area of 200 acres, the plant is equipped with advanced technology and automated production facilities.
