Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ or EQS 580: which EQS fits Austin drivers?

Pick the EQS 450+ if your Austin driving is mostly daily commuting and you want maximum range per charge; pick the EQS 580 if power and the flagship feature set matter more. Mercedes-Benz of South Austin sells the EQS Sedan and the EQS SUV, so you can see both on the south I-35 frontage road.

Range and price settle most of this choice. Austin’s short commutes and long summers make range the first thing to check.

Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Austin. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.

How far do the EQS 450+ and EQS 580 go on a charge near Austin?

The EQS 450+ has the longer EPA range of the two, rated at 390 miles on a full charge. For a commute measured in minutes, that is more range than the drive needs.

The mean travel time to work in Austin is 24.2 minutes one way (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024). San Antonio is 80 miles from Austin, Houston is 165 miles and Dallas is 200 miles (Austin Travel Guide). Both trims are rated well past the San Antonio run on one charge, and that margin matters on I-35 when summer heat cuts range.

The 450+ is rear-wheel drive while the 580 4MATIC® is all-wheel drive, and the 450+ rates higher on efficiency as well as range. Mercedes-Benz USA gives both trims the same 122 kWh usable battery (Mercedes-Benz USA, 2026), so the gap in rated range is the number to weigh. On a longer run out of Austin, start with a full charge and plan the first stop from the rated range, not the best-case range.

What do the EQS 450+ and EQS 580 cost in Texas?

Texas adds a yearly charge for electric vehicles. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (2026) assesses an annual $200 fee on fully electric cars and trucks of 10,000 lbs. or less at registration renewal, and a $400 fee on new electric vehicles issued two years of registration. Standard registration fees still apply on top of that.

Running costs are lower on the EPA’s numbers. The EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $750 for the 450 Plus and $800 for the 580 4MATIC®, based on its 2026 testing.

We offer both financing specials and leasing specials. Ask which special applies to the trim you want before you decide between a lease and a loan.

Frequently asked questions

Does Mercedes-Benz of South Austin sell the EQS Sedan and the EQS SUV?

Yes. We sell both the EQS Sedan and the EQS SUV at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748. Our new lineup also includes the EQB SUV, the EQE Sedan and the EQE SUV, so you can compare the electric models in one visit.

How does Austin summer heat affect EQS range?

Expect less range in hot weather. In AAA’s testing, battery-electric vehicles lost 8.5% of their range at 95°F compared with baseline (AAA, 2026). A normal Austin summer high is 95.9°F, averaged over 1991 to 2020 (climatesince.com, 2026), so plan long runs with that loss in mind.

What does it cost to charge an EQS at home in Austin?

Austin Energy charges 4.872¢ per kWh for tier 1, which covers 0 to 300 kWh (Austin Energy, 2026). Tier 2, covering 301 to 900 kWh, is 5.395¢ per kWh, and tier 3, covering 901 to 2,000 kWh, is 7.901¢ per kWh. Usage above 2,000 kWh is billed at 11.428¢ per kWh, and the monthly customer charge is $17.35.

What EV incentives apply to an EQS bought in Texas?

The federal credits have ended. The Internal Revenue Service says the New Clean Vehicle Credit and the Previously-Owned Clean Vehicle Credit are not available for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025 (Internal Revenue Service, 2026). Texas offered a $2,500 grant for buying or leasing a new light-duty electric vehicle on a term of three years or longer, but its application deadline was March 6, 2026 (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, 2026). That deadline has passed, so confirm with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality whether a later round is open before you count on the grant.

Why buy your EQS from Mercedes-Benz of South Austin?

We sell the EQS Sedan and the EQS SUV at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748, and our Google record, as of October 2026, is 4.6 stars across 830 reviews. 89 in 100 of those reviews are five-star (Google, 2026).

In a February 2025 Google review, Steven H. wrote: “Traded in my older CLA for a new one and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Marcus Belton was at my side every step of the way. I never felt rushed or pressured. He made it a relaxed and enjoyable experience and I felt taken care of. I was given a complete tech walkthrough of my new car by Mark – who’s knowledge about Mercedes products is astounding and his excitement about showing you about your car made it fun. Shout out to Brant and Caleb for making it happen for me, and Alecceus for her gracious thanks at the end. I’ll definitely be visiting this team for my third Mercedes!”

The visit Steven H. describes was a CLA trade-in, and they say they were never rushed or pressured and were given a full tech walkthrough of the car.

To start, apply for financing through our secure online application at mbsouthaustin.com, or visit us at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748, and see the EQS 450+ and EQS 580 side by side.

Mercedes-Benz of South Austin answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Austin showroom, or call 512-646-6699.

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