Overview
- Spy photos show updated EQS SUV prototypes testing in Europe with camouflaged front and rear sections.
- Automotive outlets report a global debut in 2026 for the 2027 model year with revised lighting, grille, and bumpers.
- The cabin is expected to adopt Mercedes’ MB.OS infotainment system, bringing a new chip-to-cloud software platform.
- Powertrain changes are reported to include eATS 2.0 motors, a two-speed gearbox, an 800‑volt architecture, and silicon‑carbide inverters for quicker charging and improved efficiency.
- Reporting from The Drive suggests the EQ lineup is being phased out and that U.S. EQS SUV deliveries could enter an indefinite hiatus as soon as September.