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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $101,268–$127,116 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 7.1/10, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS earns a Good rating among the evs we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.7/10, while Performance at 6.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional ev — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability comes in at 8.4/10 in our assessment — above the middle of the pack for this class, though not flawless. On safety it earns 7.5/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 6.7/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. Technology comes in at 7.8/10 — functional and modern, with wireless connectivity and core ADAS features, though some competitors pack more standard tech at this price point.
Priced from $101,268–$127,116, 107 MPG, seating 5, the Mercedes-Benz EQS sits in the luxury tier of the ev market. The 8.7/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this ev delivers more than most of the class. At 3 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Bottom line: There's a case for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS, but it needs the right buyer. Its performance scores trail the class, and several higher-rated rivals sell for similar money — comparison-shop before committing.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS ranks #234 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 13% of the segment. Its 7.1/10 overall score is 0.5 points below the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $101,268 starting price is about 92% above the segment's median of $52,750.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the EQS model years we've scored, the 2023 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.3/10 | $107,532 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.3/10 | $107,532 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.1/10 | $104,400 | Read review → |
| 2023 (this review) | 7.1/10 | $101,268 | |
| 2022 | 7.0/10 | $98,136 | Read review → |
We rate the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS's reliability 8.4/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 7.1/10 overall, ranking #234 of 268 evs in our database (better than 13% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS starts at $101,268 and ranges up to $127,116 across trims (MSRP when new). At 107 MPG, expect roughly $491/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Mercedes-Benz models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.