2022 Mercedes EQS 580 4Matic Review and Snow Test 

Ryan, I would have thought this would be featured on your new channel?.

The presenter should get familiar with the features of the car before he produces reviews: The claim that there is no cupholder in the back is simply false. The fact that he does not know how to open the flap for the windscreen wiper water is quite sad; same applies to getting the door handles released (there are released by swiping over the handle not by pressing them). The whole video is a proof that the presenter does not know what he is talking about.

-The wiper fluid drawer opens by pushing in on the panel nearest the drivers door but only works while the car is unlocked -The trunk opens by pushing in on the top of the Mercedes logo, not just by foot or remote -The Rear seats do have cup holders. The first push reveals a device holder and a second push reveals the cup holder -Complaining about the interior color as if it’s a design flaw doesn’t make sense…some people like light interiors, that doesn’t make the car bad -You can’t complain that the voice command doesn’t work 100% right when you add an “uhhhhh” in between hey and Mercedes Its like the car was delivered and nothing was learned about the car before the camera was turned on. Sure your opinion is fine but my issue is this review is now on RU-vid where it shows no rear cup holders, only foot/remote trunk access, etc when that’s not true but people will think it’s true because they trust that you would know better than anyone because you’re a popular car reviewer with 260k+ subscribers. I’ve always loved this channel but this video feels like 50% “boomer complains about modern car” and 50% car review.

On the note of the door handle. You’ll quickly get used to it. One thing that bugs me about when people review cars (not exclusive to this channel or anything) is when they talk about it being hard to find something. They completely ignore that most people will quickly get use to it. Being their daily driver an all. It’s not like the handle keeps moving around to a new spot every time you get in the car. The first time someone hops in this car they will think where’s the door handle. Oh there it is, done. I’ve now remembered.

Hey buddy, The rear cup holders are behind that pen holder you have pushed; you should have pushed twice to get two cup holders. Was just FYI. Thanks for the video

I feel like we are seeing manufacturers constantly trying to one-up each other. Electric cars are getting crazy with technology. It looks like more of a showcase of all their tech rather than a well thought out cabin in some of these vehicles.

Fun Fact: The engineers at Mercedes used a bar of soap as an inspiration to develop the overall exterior shape of this car.

the main thing i hate about big screen like in the EQS or even my 2022 outback is that there's no good place to balance your hand. my hand is always bouncing around while driving and its too easy to touch the wrong part of the screen.

Thanks for the video Ryan. I can still buy 3 Outback Touring XT’s for $126K. I’m still not sure about any EVs, but the video was good

Wow, almost 47 minutes. This is almost a full on film. Thanks!

Thank you for being honest Ryan. Too many other reviewers were licking Mercedes boots.

The Burmester speaker COVER is gorgeous. The Burmester speaker is made by ASK Poland and costs $1. It's an insult to Mercedes-Benz customers.

You forgot this is a luxury car. Not your typical run of the mill Toyotas and Hyundai.

An excellent and honest review! Thanks for all the hard work!!

The comments about the looks are absolutely spot on. The EQS concept looked awesome. When they came up with this at the end i was like "Wtf happened to that awesome looking car?"

The interior design is an excellent example that often, "less is more". The only thing left to do is to hang a disco ball there. It's a great and honest review. Thanks!

That cream color is straight out of Star Trek TNG. I can't unsee it now.

Thank you for the honest review.

I love how honest Ryan is! How are you supposed to keep this clean. 😂😂😂 I was wondering the same thing.

Brutal review

Hi, in general I like your videos and tests and reviews but I have to tell you you went beyond in nagging about this specific model. I am not saying this car is perfect but it is not all bad as you reviewed it. A lot of those features that you hate a lot of people likes them so repeating the same sentences for 3 minutes about how the car makes you adjust the steering column in the position that you dont like is not necessary. Said it once we accept your point of view. I never drove EQS but I think (as normally is) for the back row cup holder it is hidden behind device holder in the armrest. And also the fact that in EQS the passenger can use their own screen and watch a movie without disturbing the driver because the screen would be blacked out for the driver at the time is a great feature that you missed. In the end I think keep the interior evaluation shorter and just go through things you like or dislike fast so it is not boring.

I think its pretty neat they included snow tires!! For the money id get a GT53... I drove one of those for a few months (ex gf was a test engineer) and I felt all the things.

I love it !!! 😍😍😍🤩

Ryan, you mention the charge to 80% before the trip was slow, 55kw. This probably due to the nearly full battery. Rate of charge slows as the battery state of charge rises, one of several factors that dictates how quickly the battery charges.

Nice video

👏 Excellent, excellent review. I agree with you so much. I’ve been saying the same for a long time now. I absolutely don’t want a tablet with wheels. I want a vehicle that does vehicle things well. Like comfort, reliability, performance, fuel efficiency and safety. But I want to feel like I’m driving a vehicle and I’m in control of it. Too many computer distractions and invasiveness.

Steering wheel placement is different because of the driver monitoring system (located right at the top of the guage cluster). If it can't see your eyes it can't monitor your attention on the road.

Subscribed since ur good at details and sensibility. and you are in my home state so I know every location which is cool 😎

I would love to see you do this again in the EQS SUV :D

Your existential crisis here over the amount of screens is so relatable 5:34 😅

3:00: There are cupholders, you just have to pull out the device holder in the armrest. It works the same in the EQS SUV!

When using voice search for navigation, I have found that there are times when the Mercedes agent cannot locate a destination. When this happens I activate the Android Auto and just say, "Hey Google" and I will always find what I want and navigate with Google Maps. The EQS 580 you were testing had the base trim level (Luxury) with the upgraded front seats. This is the same configuration that my 580 came with. If you want a fancier back seat you can get the upper 2 trim levels. Since I rarely carry rear passengers I don't miss rear seat amenities. I do miss a 12 volt cigarette lighter type socket which the EQS does not have. In spite of being supplied with a tire puncture repair kit that requires a 12 volt socket!. Coming from a 2014 Model S I like the big central screen just fine and my wife likes her screen as well. I love the well controlled and very quite ride. The EQS 580 is faster than my Model S was but a bit slower than what a 2022 Model S Long Range would be (0-60 in 3.7 seconds) but I have a round steering wheel and stalks.

Thanks for the review. I am not a car enthusiast so my opinion may be shallow. Loves: - The screens! - The light interior, which I’ve never liked, mainly for the same reason mentioned, how do you keep it clean!! ?! and usually interior light colors is a gross tan or brown shade that looks like vomit. But I really like the clean, and spaceship look of the white. Would have to regularly clean or get something protective. It would be worth it for me. - Majority of the Features. - The available options. - The ride! - Ambiant lighting change based on speed. - Smooth ride. - The quiet. Hate: - The price! - The front grill, I hate all the newer Mercedes with this similar look. HATE. - The wood. I couldn’t agree more about how the wood paneling just does not match, I know it’s a Mercedes staple but it just doesn’t work with this electric car design. They need to come up w/a new staple for their modern cars. - Panoramic roof. I wish it were always an option b/c some ppl like myself never want it. - Many of the options should be included. - The 2 rim options, they’re terrible. - Agreed that some of the ergonomic design is faulty. I’d constantly hit the hazards & other wrong buttons. - Body design, basic. doesn’t look like a Mercedes. Interior far out bests the exterior. - Did I mention the price? Overall like the car, but I’d never spend 120k on a car I just like. Will wait for all the kinks to be worked out. I never buy first generation.

Question: how does this handle driving down the mountain hwy on a intense down grade while avoiding the hold of the brake peddle down all the way of the hill ?

45:19 Björn Nyland gave it a 11 out of 10 😉 Seriously dude, just get a snickers. You complain about not finding the door pull, omg. 🙈

Why would I pay that price for this when I can buy a really nice S580 for the price

That price though... The rear is okay looking, that front however for the price, should have had a better appearance. The funny thing is that the front end, reminds me of the (VW) EOS, and this is the EQS.. Hmmm.. interesting name lol Great video, Ryan..

I wouldn't mind seeing your thoughts on the Polestar 2, now that its in the market with more than just the launch edition.

You are a Luddite. Having driven this car now for six months as a daily driver I can assure you that everything has been designed and implemented with a purpose which becomes evident as you use the systems and integrate them and tailor them to your liking. It all has meaning once you take the time and trouble to understand the systems. It’s the most sophisticated car I’ve ever driven. I’ve driven every S class for the last 15 years and this is the best and most technologically advanced vehicle Mercedes has ever created. Said that you didn’t have your mind open enough to appreciate what before you and provide an honest assessment. I hope Mercedes never loves you one of their cars or any reviews in the future stick to the rice rockets, there’s a market for all reviewers, even luddites like you.

A similar snow test with the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD dual motor, please!. 🤔👍🏼😉

Front 3/4 view looks like last gen Honda Civic with a yuge fake MB logo. But it’s real.

So many better options out there especially for the price. Like the gasoline powered S-Class. They try to sell you with the screen but all you get is glare.

The back cup holders are in front of the arm rest, you need to pull them to the front

Probably should have reviewed one with darker interior since that's your preference.

It doesn't matter if you see the road, the gauge cluster is the most important! Car factory knows that many people these days are looking at their phone and not the road. So manufacturers do what customers are accustomed to.

Real buttons and dials is my choice 😁

Please, do the same test with Mercedes s580, or s63 amg w223

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Excellent review as always. So hard to comment because IF I had a question, you answered it before I ask. As a Mercedes driver, I figured this vehicle would NOT meet or exceed the standards of the ICE versions. And you confirmed my suspicions. lol Which leads me back to, I hope the EQE will have learned from the downsides of the EQS and be improved upon in all areas you found lacking here. Which is a lot. But I can tell you straight away, the Mercedes sedans don't ordinarily give you steering input to enthrall you. I went from BMW to Mercedes and that was the #1 thing I had to contend with. The input of driving was gone. Great machines, but lacking in some key areas I agree. I drive the C class and the backseats are non-existent IMO. I took 3 people on a trip down to Portland from your neck of the woods and I have no idea how they coped with the lack of leg room. Although, the head room was ok. Anyhow, I look forward to your review of the EQE and when released, the EV equivalent of the C class. Which they have already ruined the badging for it since the EQC is an SUV that the USA won't get until sometime in 2025.

How many times do you find none working pumps at gas stations????? Dude, we know you're confused !!!! Did you ever complaint to ford, gm, honda ...... about these gas stations ???? Wow, you are special !!!!!

What a crazy glare that huge screen is producing. That’s gonna suck at certain times of the day.

It’s a beautiful car you like it or not!

Carry a gas generator in the trunk for a recharge lol

The look like bigger version of old Prius

Glad someone else out there isn't impressed with the screens. MB ergonomics went south after the 450SEL/500SEL's.

Could you have two navy’s going? That would be useful if you had multiple spots you had to go to and log two in at a time

Push the rear pen holder twice to expose the rear cup holders.

You know the car has too many “features” when it took Ryan 27 minutes of edited footage to go over most of them

I thought this car looked like a melted jellybean until I saw one on the road I have only seen one ever but it was at night downtown Detroit it was parked in the valet under the lights at MGM casino / hotel and in person it was stunning

For example, it's like a partner who is always refined and shinny, they doesn't allow you to be too casual as well. But, when I'm tired, I want to get into a tough vehicle which brings me home through the storm regardless of what I look like.

Wow! I didn't know how far ahead Mercedes was. Makes me think Tesla will never be able to catch up with real car manufacturers.

EV’s are starting to remind me of the progressive rock band, Dream Theatre. Reaching a point where everyone knows you’re absolutely talented and amazing, but it’s starting to look like it’s showing off just because you’re able to do it. Too much tech and trying to one up one another when they can just sink the excess money into actually making more range, more drivers feedback experience, etc…or, god forbid, they use that cut of excess to lower the costs of EV vehicles

Is like a Honda Civic of 2004/2009

with that screen.....you'll need to hire the tint guy to install a screen guard, if there is one...

28:47 70 mph on the wet surface with curves in a rwd architecture car you seem to tons of confidence in this car !!

I love how he keeps saying complicated when it's really not obvious the door pull will be in the area somewhere and if you buy a car I'm pretty sure you would know where it's at and he didn't even look in the right spot for the rear cup holders and he saying too much screen when it's not it's like any other car which has the gage screen and navigation and radio etc screen with one more screen on the passenger side and I see car that has more screen then that

In the thumbnail the snow makes that car look like a 07 civic

Seems you have lots of issues with this vehicle. Another push on the tray in the back will give you the cup holders. Love your video quality.

sorry to be little critical of your review but you have made several errors, such as snow chain mode main feature is lock the rear wheels so they do not counter angle of front wheels, but stay straight ,, many of the features you are mentioning can be turned on or off at your choice

There's a lot going on this car

What future, it cant pull any trailers. Petrol is KING.

Anyone else yelling “press the rear cup holder tray in again to expose the rear cup holders” ??

I think auto designers need to remember the organic feeling of gasoline powdered cars.

Why does this look like the 2006 Honda Civic body styling lol

But it has cup holder but you mast double tap at the phone holder and you can open the door hand but swipe with your hand

4:44 Easy, you clean it.

Wait for g class ev

47 minutes! I hope the next two episodes of Moon Knight are at least this long

too many screens, might be in the future I will appreciate it, but now no, the amount of screens in lower models (similar to s class) is less annoying

Good test review. Do a tesla

I don't like the design at all, I can't quite put my finger on it but it just looks off.

could you do the corolla cross in the snow i know you did one already but i know that thing could go further

eating fries in a luxury car?!

If your car has no cup holder in the rear it means they suggest u don’t have anyone back there lol. That’s all I can’t think of even tho that is ridiculous

Cover experience at charging station.

$126K 😂🤣😂 Next video.

you didn't do a full charge, 0-60 tests on road and heavy snow, heated and massaged seats running, mountains, mostly highway otherwise... and you might not make the expected range, well yeah

Company has to do something new even if it is weird or unnecessary; otherwise their products will be labeled as old tech.

For 126k without cup holders in the back ! And headroom, that's really strange 🤔 😕

My feeling is that nobody knows how to make a S-class (or level to be more precisely) in electric car era. Mercedes did a try but seems not very successful.

1) need a passenger for the passenger screen to work - also while driving 2) pre-heat the batteries in EV cars an you’ll get up to 200w in the eqs Pls prepare by reading the manual before reviewing

He is no Jeremy Clarkson is he?

Bur meh ster not Bur my ster.

Dry skin flakes, lint, light atmospheric dust and fingerprints + that over use of screen = 😬 Hate it!

People who spend $130k on a car don't clean their vehicle interiors, they have people who do that for them.

electric? so why i hear engine?

Sorry you lost me at $126k.

Hilarious. 😂

Dude do you know a thing about a car ? Jeezz you need serious homework ! What do you expect from a 100 KW charger at 80 percent ? Do you expect 90 KW ? And how do you expect the manufacturer to let you play game while you drive ? And you expect the passenger to play games while you drive ? Yes ! But that's why they have a passenger screen. This is why so many accidents happen and especially with Tesla's. No enforcement of safety issues. Just distract them with such senseless entertainment features.

I got it. Lots of cup holders and simple controls are your thing. Perhaps you should test a 1998 Dodge Caravan which is more your style.