Charging Cost

The electricity cost to run the vehicle.

Adjust to cents per kWh (default 25 cents).

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Charging cost is calculated by multiplying the WLTP consumption figure by your electricity unit cost.

It accounts for recharged energy from the mains.

See the complete cost calculator

Safety

Safety ratings (from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency)

Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

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Economy

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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).

This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

WLTP Consumption

How much electricity the vehicle consumes per kilometre of travel - including charging losses

WLTP measures recharged electric energy from the mains which allows comparison of running costs.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Highway Range

An estimate of how far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, when driving only on open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range, however, tends to match mostly urban travel (under 80 km/h).

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Real Range Estimate

How far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, accounting for local driving conditions.

Adjust for the portion of urban/city driving vs highway (100 km/h) that you typically do.

Consumption ⚡️

How much electrical energy does the vehicle use while driving?

Often displayed on the dashboard, this is different to WLTP consumption - where charging losses are included (helpful in comparing running costs).

Higher speeds increase energy consumption (due to aerodynamic drag and reduced opportunity for electricity regeneration).

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚡️

V2L allows electricity to flow from the battery to power appliances.

Some vehicles have interior NZ sockets, while others require an adapter be plugged into the Type 2 exterior charging socket.

Tow Capacity

Unbraked (kg) / Braked (kg)

Most EVs can have towbars fitted for carrying bikes (but not for towing loads).

Towing a load will significantly decrease range (typically by 50%).

See all EVs ranked by tow capacity.

Boot Space 🧳

Seats up (Litres) / Seats down (Litres)

The volume of space available.

Frunk

Volume (Litres)

The American term "front trunk" indicates how much storage space is available under the bonnet of the car.

Battery Capacity 🔋

Total (Gross) kWh / Usable (Net) kWh

Usable battery capacity is the number of kilowatt-hours that the vehicle can access.

Complete guide to EV batteries.

Battery Chemistry 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries have several different cathode materials. Each material has tradeoffs between energy density, safety, cost, and longevity.

LFP - Longer life, but less energy dense.

NMC - More energy dense, but more expensive.

Which EVs have LFP?.

AC Charge

The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.

An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.

This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.

Fast Charge ⚡

The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.

Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.

Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).

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  3. EQS

Mercedes-Benz EQS

mercedes benz 450
OverviewSpecsReviewsSales rank

RANGE

587 - 631kms

PRICE

$195,000+

Variants

Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 Sedan

2023→
mercedes benz 450

Price

Price$195,000

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 5.6 s
Top Speed210 km/h
Total Power265 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range631 km
Highway Range483 km
WLTP Consumption212 Wh/km
Charging Cost $5.30/100 km

Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 Sedan: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range560 km
Consumption5.2 km / kWh
19.3 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery120 kWh / 107.8 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)22 kW
DC speed (max)200 kW
V2L-

Safety

Based on 2023 VSRR rating

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 750 kg
Boot Space610 L / 1770 L
Frunk-
ShapeExtra Large Sedan
Length5216 mm
Width1926 mm
Height1512 mm
Kerb Weight2615 kg

Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV

2024→
mercedes benz eqs suv

Price

Price$196,500

Performance

0-100 km/h6 s
Top Speed210 km/h
Total Power265 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range592 km
Highway Range453 km
WLTP Consumption243 Wh/km
Charging Cost $6.08/100 km

Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range525 km
Consumption4.9 km / kWh
20.5 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery115 kWh / 107.8 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)200 kW
V2L-

Safety

Based on 2023 VSRR rating

Dimensions

Seats7
Tow Rating750 kg / 1800 kg
Boot Space645 L / 2100 L
Frunk-
ShapeExtra Large SUV
Length5125 mm
Width1950 mm
Height1718 mm
Kerb Weight2918 kg

Mercedes-Benz EQS 680 Maybach

2024→
mercedes eqs maybach

Price

Price$304,500

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 4.4 s
Top Speed210 km/h
Total Power484 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range612 km
Highway Range468 km
WLTP Consumption220 Wh/km
Charging Cost $5.50/100 km

Mercedes-Benz EQS 680 Maybach: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range543 km
Consumption4.6 km / kWh
21.7 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery125 kWh / 118 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)200 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating- / -
Boot Space440 L / -
Frunk-
ShapeExtra Large SUV
Length5125 mm
Width1955 mm
Height1725 mm
Kerb Weight3075 kg

Mercedes-Benz EQS AMG 53

2023→
mercedes benz EQS 53

The EQS is the largest and most luxurious EV from Mercedes, and the AMG 53 is the fastest.

Price

Price$310,900

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 3.8 s
Top Speed210 km/h
Total Power484 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range587 km
Highway Range449 km
WLTP Consumption230 Wh/km
Charging Cost $5.75/100 km

Mercedes-Benz EQS AMG 53: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range521 km
Consumption4.8 km / kWh
20.7 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery120 kWh / 107.8 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)200 kW
V2L-

Safety

Based on 2023 VSRR rating

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 750 kg
Boot Space610 L / 1770 L
Frunk-
ShapeExtra Large Sedan
Length5223 mm
Width1926 mm
Height1518 mm
Kerb Weight2658 kg
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SedanMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVMercedes-Benz EQS 680 MaybachMercedes-Benz EQS AMG 53
Price$195,000$196,500$304,500$310,900
Range (WLTP)631 km592 km612 km587 km
Highway Range492 km462 km477 km458 km
0-100 km/h5.6 s6 s4.4 s3.8 s
Top Speed210 km/h210 km/h210 km/h210 km/h
DriveAWDAWDAWDAWD
Power265 kW265 kW484 kW484 kW
Battery (nominal)120 kWh115 kWh125 kWh120 kWh
Battery (usable)107.8 kWh107.8 kWh118 kWh107.8 kWh
WLTP Consumption212 Wh/km243 Wh/km220 Wh/km230 Wh/km
ChemistryUnknownUnknownUnknownUnknown
AC speed22 kW11 kW11 kW11 kW
DC speed200 kW200 kW200 kW200 kW
Vehicle to Load----
Boot space610 L645 L440 L610 L
Boot (seats down)1770 L2100 L-1770 L
Frunk----
Seats5755
Length5216 mm5125 mm5125 mm5223 mm
Width1926 mm1950 mm1955 mm1926 mm
Height1512 mm1718 mm1725 mm1518 mm
Weight2615 kg2918 kg3075 kg2658 kg
Tow (braked)750 kg1800 kg-750 kg
Tow (unbraked)750 kg750 kg-750 kg

Local reviews on New Zealand roads

Tarmac Life
Prestige meets power – Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ review NZ

"To me, this is a vehicle I’d prefer to drive rather than be driven in and maybe that’s the point. It feels more like a driver’s sedan..."

Read review →
All Time
-
Last 12 months
49
Over the past 12 months, the Mercedes-Benz EQS was the 49th best selling new EV.

See all EVs ranked in New Zealand.

How many Mercedes-Benz EQSs have been sold in NZ?

There have been 42 Mercedes-Benz EQSs registered in NZ to date. This is made up of 92.9% NZ new and 7.1% used import.

How many sold per month and year

Mercedes-Benz EQS registrations per month and year, (NZ new and used imports combined).

How many of each submodel is there?

How many units of each major model variation (NZ new only) have been registered to date.

SubmodelUnits
EQS SUV 450 4M 108KW22
53 AMG 108KWH/EV/4WD14
450 4M 108KWH/EV/4WD3
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