Nov 18, 2022
front view of a Mercedes EQS SUV

Electric vehicle adoption rates in America are on the rise. EV owners enjoy lower operating costs: paying $0.10 per kW is the equivalent of driving on gasoline that costs less than $1 per gallon. The EVs of today offer environmentally friendly options without sacrificing comfort or performance. Today, we will be comparing two of the top electric SUVs on the market: the Mercedes Benz EQS SUV vs the BMW iX.  

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV brings the advantages, luxury, and quality of the EQ line into the SUV space. With expanded cargo space, powerful performance and impressive range, The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV performs on and off-road, across the city or country.

Comparing Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Interior to BMW iX?

A spacious cabin seats seven comfortably. With fold down seats and configurable options, the Mercedes-Benz can adapt to whatever cargo you carry. When the seats are folded down, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV features 70 cubic feet of cargo space. The interior provides superior comfort with five available climate zones, HEPA filtration and options for personalized sound, aroma, and ambient light.

The EQS 580 also includes the MBUX Hyperscreen, uniting multiple screens in a 56-inch span of high-tech display. “Zero-layer” tech uses AI to bring features and commands to the front, anticipating your every need. The EQS SUV 450’s dual screens each span over 12 inches.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has extensive personalization options, including facial and fingerprint recognition. Available second row touchscreens offer entertainment and comfort control for passengers in back.

Multicolor lighting edges the cabin and front seats, enhancing the futuristic aesthetic and providing a visual indication of your vehicle’s charging status.

The BMW iX is equally plush, resplendent with leather upholstery, ambient lighting, and technological conveniences. There is a significant difference, however, in passenger comfort when comparing the BMW iX to the Mercedes EQS SUV. We found that the back row to be undeniably more comfortable in the EQS, which is surprising, since it has slightly less measurable leg room. 

We also prefer the overall look and feel of the EQS SUV cabin compared to the iX. This will, of course, come down to personal taste. But we feel the rounded chrome vents, LED accents, sleek digital instrument cluster, and other carefully selected accents create a more cohesive aesthetic than the BMW iX.

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Exterior vs BMW iX

Matching the power and performance under the hood, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV features exterior styling to evoke the image of toned muscle. The signature front black panel flows seamlessly with the rest of the car’s aerodynamic fluidity.

LED lighting inside and out show the bright future of your time driving your new EQS. Full width running lamps and helix tail lights enhance safety without sacrificing style.

Of course, the exterior of the BMW iX is nothing to thumb your nose at. It maintains the sleek profile and muscle of the X series, with a few streamlined details to signify its all-electric status. It does this perhaps more subtly than the EQS SUV, which screams “the future of driving” with that gorgeous LED star panel and edged lighting. 

How is the Performance of the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV backs up the best-in-class luxury and comfort with rock solid performance. The battery offers 108.4 kWh of capacity and offers up to a 305-mile range. With over 60,000 public charge points nationwide, the open road calls to you.

On the road and off, advanced motors generate powerful and seamless torque. A single motor sends 355 hp to the EQS’s real wheels and dual motors turn that into the AWD EQS 4MATIC. Zero to sixty in 6.5 seconds gives you the power you expect from the technology from Mercedes-Benz.

Which is Better? The Mercedes-Benz EQS-SUV or the BMW iX?

After finding success with the EQS Sedan, it’s no surprise that drivers are excited to get behind the wheel of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. Mercedes-Benz enters the market with the chief competitor being the 2023 BMW iX. Drivers familiar with Mercedes-Benz’s attention to detail, functional and spacious cargo area and high performance will be excited by the 2023 EQS SUV. Although close in key metrics, the stats show high performance from the EQS SUV. 

Where Can I Drive the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?

It’s one thing to talk about the features and the technology behind your new favorite electric SUV, but the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV shines with you behind the wheel. Experience the luxury, the innovation and the experience of driving today. Visit our Mercedes Benz of Littleton Dealership or go online to see what we have in stock.