Boost Your EQE and EQS Electric Vehicles' Acceleration with Mercedes-Benz's Latest Update
May 25 2023,
Mercedes-Benz is continually seeking ways to enhance the driving experience for its users. The Mercedes me connect online shop allows owners of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, including the EQE and EQS electric models, to access a range of performance-enhancing upgrades.
One such update is the Acceleration Increase, an over-the-air update that significantly boosts the performance of select electric vehicles. In addition to this update, the Mercedes me connect shop offers other upgrades for the automaker's lineup.
Here's an overview of the latest update designed to improve the acceleration of the new Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS electric vehicles.
Acceleration Increase Update: Enhanced Electric Performance
The Acceleration Increase update is now available for select Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles, including the EQE 350 4MATIC and EQS 450 4MATIC in both sedan and SUV configurations.
This update boosts the EQE 350 Sedan and 4MATIC SUV's power output from 288 to 348 hp, an increase of 60 hp. Consequently, the 0-100 km/h acceleration time is now one second faster, providing a more exhilarating driving experience. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC sedan and SUV also benefit from this update, with an impressive 80 hp power increase, totaling 435 hp. This upgrade reduces the 0 to 100 km/h time for the EQS 450 SUV and sedan models to 4.8 seconds.
Acceleration Increase Update Overview for Mercedes-Benz Electric Vehicles
The table below summarizes the performance improvements for various Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles with the Acceleration Increase update.
|
Model |
Increased Output |
Acceleration Change (0-100 km/h) |
|---|---|---|
|
EQE 350 4MATIC Sedan |
From 288 hp to 348 hp (+60 hp) |
From 6.4 s to 5.4 s (-1.0 s) |
|
EQE 350 4MATIC SUV |
From 288 hp to 348 hp (+60 hp) |
From 6.6 s to 5.6 s (-1.0 s) |
|
EQS 450 4MATIC Sedan |
From 355 hp to 435 hp (+80 hp) |
From 5.6 s to 4.8 s (-0.8 s) |
|
EQS 450 4MATIC SUV |
From 355 hp to 435 hp (+80 hp) |
From 6.2 s to 5.3 s (-0.9 s) |
EQE 350 4MATIC sedan and SUV models receive a 60 hp increase and a one-second reduction in 0-100 km/h acceleration times. The upgrade is available for a $2,500 lifetime purchase or a $750 annual subscription.
EQS 450 4MATIC sedan and SUV models enjoy an 80 hp increase and a 0.8-second reduction in acceleration time. The upgrade is available for a $3,800 lifetime purchase or a $1,150 annual subscription.
Both options offer monthly subscriptions ranging from $75 to $115.
To upgrade their Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle with the Acceleration Increase update, owners simply need to visit the Mercedes me connect online shop. After downloading the update, it will automatically be installed on the vehicle, allowing drivers to experience the enhanced performance without visiting a dealership. This convenient feature allows EQE and EQS owners to get the most out of their vehicles.
