Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 electric SUV launched at Rs 2.25 crore: Battery, range, features etc – Times of India

Mercedes-Benz India has launched its latest luxury electric offering, the Maybach EQS 680 SUV, priced at Rs 2.25 crore, ex-showroom. This ultra-luxurious electric SUV distinguishes itself from the standard EQS SUV with exclusive Maybach-specific elements in both design and features. Here, let’s take a look at what all is on offer.

Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680: Design

The exterior flaunts a large black grille with vertical chrome slats.It also has the hidden sensors placed behind it, unlike the visible units we see on the standard SUV. Furthermore, the three-pointed star emblem has been repositioned to the top of the bonnet and beneath it you get to see the Maybach lettering. The SUV features a dual-tone paint scheme.

The Maybach EQS 680 SUV also features eye-catching Maybach-logo patterns on the air inlets. It gets three wheel options: 21-inch 5-hole forged wheels, 21-inch multi-spoke light alloy wheels, or the larger 22-inch 7-hole light alloy wheels. In terms of size, the model stands at 5,125 mm in length, 1,721 mm in height, and 1,959 mm in width. It also boasts a wheelbase of 3,210 mm.

Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680: Cabin and features

The Maybach EQS SUV features a familiar dashboard layout, like we’ve seen in the standard EQS. It has three screens, all featuring unique Maybach graphics. Rear-seat passengers will be greeted to two 11.6-inch displays mounted on the back of the front seats, a removable MBUX tablet, and the option for first-class rear seating.Besides that, the vehicle offers a Chauffeur package and First-Class Rear package, which includes thermal cup holders, USB-C ports, HDMI interfaces, and optional additions like folding tables and a cooling compartment and more.

Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680: Battery and range

The Maybach EQS 680 is equipped with a 107.8 kWh battery pack that provides a range of up to 611 km on a single charge. The dual-motor setup delivers 484 kW and 950 Nm of torque, propelling the SUV from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.4 seconds, with a top speed of 210 kmph. A 200 kW DC fast charger can recharge the battery from 10% to 80% in just 31 minutes, offering about 300 km of range with only 20 minutes of charging.

This launch brings Mercedes’ electric lineup in India to five models, joining the EQA, EQB, EQE, and EQS sedan. The Maybach EQS 680 is now the second most expensive electric SUV in the Indian market, following the Lotus Eletre.