For 2026, the EQS 450+ and EQS 580 4MATIC® SUV become the EQS 400 and EQS 550 4MATIC®. Both 2026 trims now include standard 4MATIC® all-wheel drive and a 118 kWh battery. Compare horsepower and range below, then view current EQS SUV inventory.
The 2026 EQS 400 4MATIC® is the entry SUV, and it replaces the trim shoppers knew as the EQS 450+. Dual Permanently Excited Synchronous motors provide standard all-wheel drive, 355 horsepower, and 590 lb-ft of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.9 seconds and earns an EPA-estimated 312 miles, when properly equipped. In practice, you get all-weather traction without giving up long-range capability.
The 2026 EQS 550 4MATIC® is the performance trim, the successor to the EQS 580 4MATIC®. It delivers 536 horsepower and 633 lb-ft of torque, reaches 60 mph in 4.6 seconds when properly equipped, and earns an EPA-estimated 317 miles. For drivers, that means quicker highway passing with range that stays competitive. For the full, price-free overview, see our 2026 EQS SUV research hub, or see which EQS SUV models are in stock now.
| Metric | EQS 400 4MATIC® | EQS 550 4MATIC® |
|---|---|---|
| Combined horsepower | 355 hp | 536 hp |
| Combined torque | 590 lb-ft | 633 lb-ft |
| 0 to 60 mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| EPA-estimated range | 312 miles | 317 miles |
| Battery capacity | 118 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Max towing (when properly equipped) | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
Specifications are confirmed against the EQS 400 4MATIC® SUV page and the EQS 550 4MATIC® SUV page at Mercedes-Benz USA.