Mercedes-Benz Goes Full Throttle With Several Changes For 2023 Models
For the 2023 model year, Mercedes-Benz is making a big splash into the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) pool by introducing and improving various models in the Mercedes-EQ sub-family. Here are all the changes to look forward to.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GT
The high-performance AMG® gets Manufaktur signature upholsteries and exterior paints, which can be had on the V8 versions. New 21-inch AMG® wheels are also available for these variants, along with all-season tires.
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Last year, the luxury German automaker made significant revisions to its sport CLAS 4-door coupe for the 2022 model, so the changes this year are quite subtle, with one of the highlight ones being the standard metallic paint.
2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The E-Class now has standard Metallic paint on the 450 Matic sedan and all variants for the coupe, cabriolet, all-terrain, wagon, and AMG® models. The AMG® E 53 sedan 4MATIC® comes with standard Nappa leather, along with the AMG® Coupe and Cabriolet. AMG® All-Terrain and Wagon are also getting standard carbon fiber trim.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB
The battery-electric EQB 250+ crossover utility long-range variant, which is the base-level model, offers 188 horsepower and an EPA-estimated range of 250 miles on a single charge. This crossover is a late addition to the company’s lineup. It offers a 7-passenger, 3-row variant loaded with technological features, together with a standard 10.25-inch instrument display and 10.25-inch infotainment display.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE
The Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan and Mercedes-AMG® EQE sedan are two of the latest additions to the BEV lineup. The EQE uses a similar styling theme to the EQS with a cab-like design. It also offers 288 hp from its rear-axle-mounted electric motor. Mercedes-Benz says it will have a range close to 400 miles. Then performance AMG® EQE will fair much better with 677 hp from the front- and rear-mounted electric motors.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan
The main change for the flagship EQS battery-electric sedan is that will bring along an EQS 450 4MATIC® model. After this, changes are subtle, with modifications to the Pinnacle trim such as better rear seat cushion and upholstered pillows, and the availability of new 20-inch AMG® 5-spoke wheels for all EQS models.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
The EQS has three trim levels to work with: EQS 450+, EQS 450 4MATIC®, and EQS 580 4MATIC®. The 450 models produce 55 hp, while the 580 offers a lighting 536 hp. The SUV versions are quite similar to the sedan models, in terms of their equipment. It comes with a Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos 360-degree immersive sound. The brand also implements two years of complimentary 30-minute DC fast-charging sessions via the Electrify America network.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Considerable changes for the latest GLC include a new turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. It produces an output of 255 hp along with an extra 23 hp thanks to the integrated starter-generator (ISG). This model is s 2.4 inches longer than the previous edition, it also has slimmer headlights and new taillights. The company also says that it will offer an AMG® variant for the 2024 model year.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE
The GLE 450 4MATIC® SUV, GLE 580 4MATIC® SUV, AMG® GLE 53 4MATIC® SUV, and AMG® GLE 53 4MATIC® Coupe now have standard metallic paint.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS
The 2023 GLS returns with only a few adjustments, such as the newly-standard panoramic roof, and metallic pain on the 450 4MATIC® SUV.
2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The only new features for the gas-power S-Class model are Manufaktur paint and upholstery, which are now standard features. It’s also standard now on the Maybach S-Class.
2023 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster
Lastly, the SL Roadster also receives subtle changes, such as a new gray fabric soft top and a new Manufaktur-style crystal white and black Nappa leather upholstery.
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