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Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
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Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC
Sedan · Electric · AWD
Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
Car A
Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
The Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC pairs strong AWD performance with room for five, making it well-suited to road trips and winter use. It offers good value in its segment given its 362 hp, 5.4 s 0–100 km/h, and a usable 525 L trunk.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safetyAWD
Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC
Car B
Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC
A long-range, high-power electric AWD 5-seater, the EQS 580 4MATIC focuses on premium comfort and road-trip ease. It delivers serious performance and useful cargo space, but it won’t suit budget-first or city-focused buyers.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety523 hpAWDElectric
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 55 / 57
City 31 / 26
Budget / value 32 / 5
Road trip 69 / 91
Performance 43 / 44
Cargo 29 / 34
Practical 30 / 25
Premium 61 / 76
Winter 70 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC · Orange = Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC

  • AWD traction boosts confidence for winter driving and long-distance trips.
  • Strong performance (362 hp, 500 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.4 s) for easy passing and highway cruising.
  • Seats five with a 525 L trunk, fitting family travel and weekend luggage.
  • High safety ranking in the signals adds peace of mind.

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

  • 770 km claimed range supports long-distance travel.
  • 523 hp and 4.1 s 0–100 km/h enable effortless passing.
  • AWD traction is reassuring in winter conditions.
  • 610 L cargo space and 5 seats work well for family trips.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC puts out 523 hp vs 362 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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