The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan is one of the most significant luxury EV updates of the model year, and buyers who are seriously considering one need to understand what has changed before comparing prices on current inventory. Consumer Reports describes it as going deeper than expected for a mid-cycle refresh, with more than 25 percent of the sedan newly developed, updated, or refined. The headline changes: a new 800-volt electric architecture with up to 430 kW DC fast charging confirmed by Mercedes-Benz USA’s own future vehicles page, an estimated real-world US range approaching 480 miles, three powertrain options spanning 402 to 576 horsepower, and the first-ever steer-by-wire system offered on a German automaker’s production passenger vehicle. MBUSA confirms the 2027 EQS Sedan will arrive at dealerships later in 2026. Official US pricing has not been released at time of writing. Consumer Reports estimates pricing between $90,000 and $180,000 based on the scope of changes and current-generation pricing. This guide covers everything confirmed about the 2027 EQS, the 2025 and 2026 current-generation buying opportunity it creates, and how to get real competing dealer quotes on either generation through our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool.

What Is Confirmed About the 2027 EQS Sedan

Mercedes-Benz USA’s own future vehicles page confirms three powertrain configurations: the 450+ with a single rear motor producing 402 horsepower and 372 lb-ft of torque, the 500 4MATIC with dual motors producing 469 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, and the 580 4MATIC with dual motors producing 576 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. A new 800-volt electric architecture with up to 430 kW DC fast charging and a 122 kWh lithium-ion battery are confirmed, along with an advanced electric drive unit featuring a high-efficiency two-speed transmission. Consumer Reports estimates real-world US range at approximately 480 miles for the 450+ configuration, translating from Mercedes’ claimed 550-mile European WLTP cycle figure. Adding approximately 200 miles of driving range should take only 10 minutes at a compatible 430 kW DC fast-charging station.

The 55-inch MBUX Hyperscreen display is carried over with a new operating system incorporating more advanced AI voice command processing. A made-to-measure design program offers 100 paint colors, and the exterior receives a modest update adding three-pointed star elements across the front grille. The overall silhouette remains the EQS’s distinctive aerodynamic form, which Consumer Reports describes as polarizing but effective for range.

Steer-by-Wire: The Most Unusual Feature Worth Understanding

The biggest change on the 2027 EQS may be the introduction of a steer-by-wire system that lacks any physical connection between the steering wheel and the turning wheels. Only a handful of vehicles, including the Tesla Cybertruck, have a similar setup. EQS sedans equipped with steer-by-wire will have a yoke-like steering wheel, while those with traditional steering will keep a round steering wheel. The system is optional, not standard.

Consumer Reports specifically notes they tried steer-by-wire on the Tesla Cybertruck and found it took getting used to, though it had clear benefits on highway cruises and in parking lots, and that they will be very interested to see what Mercedes’ system feels like to drive. For buyers drawn to the 2027 EQS specifically because of the steer-by-wire option, a test drive before ordering is worth prioritizing, since the steering character will be fundamentally different from any conventionally steered vehicle including all current EQS models. For buyers who want the 2027’s 800-volt charging and extended range without the steer-by-wire experiment, the traditional round steering wheel remains standard at no cost penalty.

Official Pricing: What Is and Is Not Known

The current EQS 450+ starts at $101,250 before destination, and given the scope of the 2027 changes, pricing is expected to shift upward from that figure. Consumer Reports estimates the 2027 EQS price range at $90,000 to $180,000, reflecting the three powertrain configurations and the range of available packages, though the upper figure likely reflects heavily optioned AMG or Manufaktur configurations rather than a standard trim ceiling. Autoevolution’s reporting on the 2027 confirms the current 450 4MATIC at $102,900 and 580 4MATIC at $123,900 as the pricing baseline from which the 2027 increases will be calculated. Until Mercedes-Benz USA releases official 2027 pricing, these figures represent the clearest available anchors for planning purposes.

As with every Mercedes-Benz in this guide series, the brand does not publish dealer invoice pricing or holdback percentages. What drives EQS negotiating outcomes is transaction data and dealer inventory dynamics, and on a brand-new model year arriving late in 2026, the initial months of availability will produce tighter discounts than what develops once inventory builds into 2027.

The 2025 and 2026 Current-Generation Buying Opportunity

The 2027 EQS’s confirmed late-2026 arrival creates the same dynamic as the 2027 GLE covered elsewhere in this guide series: current-generation 2025 and 2026 EQS inventory is available right now at well-documented prices with meaningful negotiating room. KBB listings already show a 2025 EQS 450+ at $106,917 against a $116,215 MSRP, a $9,298 discount, and other 2025 listings confirm current-generation models pricing from $108,640 to $122,185 depending on configuration. The incoming 2027 announcement adds additional negotiating pressure on current-generation inventory, as dealers have real motivation to move 2025 and 2026 EQS models before the significantly updated 2027 arrives.

For buyers who want the EQS now and whose priorities are met by the current generation’s 350 to 390-mile EPA range and 400-volt charging infrastructure, the current-generation negotiating environment is the most favorable it has been since the EQS launched. For buyers whose priority is the 2027’s 480-mile real-world range, 800-volt ultra-fast charging, or the steer-by-wire option, waiting for confirmed pricing and inventory makes sense. The decision is straightforward once you know which generation’s capabilities match your actual priorities.

How to Use the 2027 Announcement as Leverage on Current Inventory

A Mercedes-Benz dealer who knows you are aware the 2027 EQS is arriving with 800-volt charging, 480 miles of range, and a completely updated powertrain has real incentive to make the current model’s price compelling enough to close the deal before the new version arrives. The same approach documented in the 2027 GLE article in this series applies directly here. Mentioning the specific confirmed changes — the 430 kW charging, the extended range, the steer-by-wire option, the late 2026 arrival — in a negotiation is legitimate information that changes the dynamic from a buyer simply asking for a lower price to a buyer demonstrating genuine knowledge of why current inventory needs to move.

Current EQS Incentives and Financing

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services offers competitive lease and financing terms for EQS buyers, and given the 2027’s confirmed arrival timeline, lease residuals and financing terms on 2025 and 2026 EQS models may reflect the incoming generation. Asking your dealer directly about current incentives rather than assuming prior-month terms are still in place is worth the conversation. The federal $7,500 EV purchase credit does not apply to vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. The EQS is assembled in Sindelfingen, Germany, meaning it does not qualify for the domestic-assembly loan interest deduction. Mercedes-Benz maintains loyalty pricing for returning owners, military appreciation programs, and first responder discounts. Getting a real local dealer quote through our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool gives you the clearest picture of your actual out-the-door cost on current inventory before visiting a single dealership.

Realistic Pricing Targets on Current EQS Inventory

Based on KBB listings confirming $9,298 below sticker on current 2025 EQS 450+ inventory and the incoming 2027’s arrival adding negotiating pressure, here is what a realistic negotiated outcome looks like on current-generation EQS models. On the current EQS 450+ at approximately $101,250 to $108,640 depending on options, targeting $93,000 to $98,000 reflects what the combination of generation-change pressure and documented transaction discounts implies. On the EQS 450 4MATIC at approximately $102,900 to $117,855 with packages, targeting $95,000 to $107,000 is achievable with competing quotes from multiple dealers. On the EQS 580 4MATIC at approximately $123,900 and above, targeting $112,000 to $118,000 reflects the discount pattern at this configuration.

These targets assume you have gathered competing quotes from multiple local Mercedes-Benz dealers, confirmed current versus 2027 generation based on your priority features, and kept trade-in discussions completely separate from the new vehicle price negotiation. Once official 2027 pricing is released, this guide will be updated with confirmed figures and specific 2027 negotiating targets.

Get Local Mercedes-Benz Dealers Competing for Your EQS Purchase

Whether you are buying a current-generation EQS now while the 2027’s arrival creates maximum dealer motivation, or waiting for confirmed 2027 pricing before committing, getting multiple Mercedes-Benz dealers to compete for your business is the most reliable way to establish what the market will actually bear on your specific configuration. Click the “Get Prices” button above, select the EQS configuration you are considering, and you will receive real pricing from local Mercedes-Benz dealers competing directly for your purchase, typically within minutes and without visiting a single showroom.

Whether the current generation’s proven 350 to 390-mile range and available inventory at meaningful discounts, or the 2027’s 480-mile range, 430 kW charging, and steer-by-wire innovation fits what you are looking for, getting competing offers first means you walk into any final negotiation already knowing what other dealers in your area are willing to offer for the flagship Mercedes-Benz electric sedan that Consumer Reports calls a major update for a mid-cycle refresh.