Mercedes EQS Charging Time Guide

Complete charging specifications for luxury electric sedan

200 kW
Max DC Fast Charging
31 min
10-80% (EQS 450+)
107.8 kWh
Battery Capacity

Mercedes EQS Model Variants

ModelBatteryRange (EPA)Max DC Power
EQS 450+107.8 kWh453 miles200 kW
EQS 580107.8 kWh422 miles200 kW
AMG EQS 53107.8 kWh388 miles200 kW

Mercedes EQS Charging Times

DC Fast Charging (200 kW)

10% → 80%:31 minutes
20% → 80%:28 minutes
10% → 100%:47 minutes
0% → 100%:52 minutes

AC Charging (11 kW)

10% → 80%:6.8 hours
20% → 80%:5.9 hours
0% → 100%:9.8 hours
Home (7.4 kW):14.6 hours

Mercedes EQS Charging Costs

Home Charging

$0.13/kWh:$14.01
Per mile:$0.031

Public AC

$0.25/kWh:$26.95
Per mile:$0.059

DC Fast Charging

$0.45/kWh:$48.51
Per mile:$0.107

Mercedes EQS Charging Curve

The Mercedes EQS features an advanced charging curve that optimizes charging speed based on battery temperature and state of charge:

Peak Performance (10-30% SoC)

  • • Maximum 200 kW charging power
  • • Optimal battery temperature range
  • • Fastest charging speeds achieved

Tapering (30-80% SoC)

  • • Gradual power reduction to ~100 kW
  • • Battery protection algorithms active
  • • Still maintains excellent speeds

Cold Weather Charging

Winter Impact

  • • 20-30% longer charging times below 32°F
  • • Reduced peak power to ~140 kW
  • • Battery preconditioning recommended
  • • Range reduction of 15-25%

Optimization Tips

  • • Use Mercedes Me app for preconditioning
  • • Navigate to charger for automatic prep
  • • Keep battery above 20% in cold weather
  • • Use Eco mode for better efficiency

Compatible Charging Networks

Premium Networks

  • • Electrify America: Up to 200 kW, nationwide coverage
  • • EVgo: Fast charging in urban areas
  • • ChargePoint: Extensive network, reliable
  • • Mercedes High Power Charging: Optimized for EQS

Mercedes Integration

  • • Mercedes Me Charge integration
  • • Plug & Charge capability
  • • Real-time availability in navigation
  • • Automatic payment processing

Mercedes EQS Charging Pro Tips

Maximize Charging Speed

  • • Arrive with 10-20% battery for fastest speeds
  • • Use route planning for battery preconditioning
  • • Charge during moderate temperatures when possible
  • • Avoid charging to 100% unless necessary

Cost Optimization

  • • Use Mercedes Me Charge for better rates
  • • Charge at home during off-peak hours
  • • Consider time-of-use electricity plans
  • • Use public AC charging for longer stops

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