Mercedes EQ Models Just Got Way Cheaper
The EQE
and
EQS
in both sedan and SUV forms featured swoopy, wind-cheating styling that represented a huge break from the Mercedes norm.
Customers emphatically rejected them
, and now Mercedes is readjusting its approach to EVs, first with a new electric CLA that shares the same body and underpinnings as the gas model. Right now, though, you can get a deal on an EQ.
CarBuzz
first brought our attention
to a now-deleted TikTok video from a Mercedes-Benz dealer employee who revealed big price cuts for 2026 EQ models. A Mercedes-Benz spokesperson confirmed the new MSRPs for the EQ lineup (except the EQB, which is based on the gas-powered GLB). Here's how they compare with their 2025 equivalents, all inclusive of a $1,150 destination charge:
Model
2026 Price
2025 Price
EQE Sedan
$66,100
$76,050
EQE SUV
$66,100
$79,050
EQS Sedan
$101,400
$105,550
EQS SUV
$91,100
$106,400
Some substantial cuts, especially to the SUVs, which are built in Mercedes-Benz's Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant. But all this comes with the caveat that Mercedes will soon indefinitely pause production of all these four models for the US. A Mercedes spokesperson confirmed to
Motor1
that US-market EQE and EQS production will come to a halt on September 1st, and the company isn't saying when (or if) production will restart.
"As a company with global activities and more than 30 plants worldwide, including in Alabama and South Carolina, Mercedes-Benz maintains a local-for-local strategy. In doing so, we continuously optimize our production network and use its high flexibility to react quickly to market conditions," the spokesperson said. "Please understand we are unable to share a timeline for when production will resume for competitive reasons. We will share more information when available."
As our colleagues at
InsideEVs
point out
, the federal tax credit for EVs ends on September 30th, and the US government
effectively just ended Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards
. Mercedes does have a number of new EVs in the pipeline, though. The CLA is already on sale in Europe and should arrive stateside soon, and both
a high-performance AMG four-door
and
an electric version of the ultra-popular GLC
are also on their way.
While these 2026 EQ models are substantially cheaper than before, about on par with their gas equivalents, it's tough to say they're a good deal.
Depreciation has hit EQ models hard
, and it's not difficult to find used EQS sedans, for example, for well under $40,000. So even with $10,000 or more off the MSRP, there's still a lot of money buyers can lose.
There are also still unsold 2025 EQ models on dealer lots, and while their MSRPs might be higher, it's not hard to imagine dealers putting money on the hood to get them off their lots.
More on Mercedes
The New Mercedes CLA Is Actually Selling Great
'10 Years Too Early:' Mercedes Says Futuristic EQS Styling Is Hurting Sales
Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily.
back
Sign up
For more information, read our
Privacy Policy
and
Terms of Use
.
Share this Story
X
Got a tip for us? Email:
tips@motor1.com
Join the conversation
(
)
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
2 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Bubba Wallace wins Brickyard 400 to become Indy's first Black winner
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bubba Wallace became the first Black driver to win on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's 2.5-mile oval, surviving a late rain delay, two overtimes, concerns over running out of fuel and a hard-charging Kyle Larson on Sunday in the Brickyard 400. The third NASCAR Cup victory of Wallace's career was also his biggest. It snapped a 100-race winless streak that dated to 2022 at Kansas. He also won at Talladega in 2021. It's his first win at one of NASCAR's four crown jewel races. 'Unbelievable,' Wallace shouted on his radio after crossing the yard of bricks. And while the final gap was 0.222 seconds, he didn't reach victory lane without some consternation. Larson trailed by 5.057 seconds with 14 laps to go but the gap was down to about three seconds with six remaining when the yellow flag came out because of rain. The cars rolled to a stop on pit lane with four to go, giving Wallace about 20 additional minutes to think and rethink his restart strategy. But after beating Larson through the second turn, a crash behind the leaders forced a second overtime, extending the race even more laps as Wallace's team thought he might run out of gas. Wallace risked everything by staying on the track then beat the defending race winner off the restart again to prevent Larson from becoming the fourth back-to-back winner of the Brickyard. It also alleviated the frustration Wallace felt Saturday when he spent most of the qualifying session on the provisional pole only to see Chase Briscoe surpass with one of the last runs in the session. He made sure there was no repeat Sunday, giving an added boost to the 23XI Racing co-owned by basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan and last week's race winner, Denny Hamlin, as it continues to battle NASCAR in court over its charter status. ___ AP auto racing:
Yahoo
2 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Bubba Wallace becomes the first Black driver to win on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's oval, taking the Brickyard 400
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bubba Wallace becomes the first Black driver to win on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's oval, taking the Brickyard 400.
CBS News
2 minutes ago
- CBS News
Bubba Wallace becomes first Black driver to win on Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Brickyard 400 victory
Bubba Wallace became the first Black driver to win on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's 2.5-mile oval, surviving a late rain delay, two overtimes, concerns over running out of fuel and a hard-charging Kyle Larson on Sunday in the Brickyard 400. The third NASCAR Cup victory of Wallace's career was also his biggest. It snapped a 100-race winless streak that dated to 2022 at Kansas. He also won at Talladega in 2021. It's his first win at one of NASCAR's four crown jewel races. "Unbelievable," Wallace shouted on his radio after crossing the yard of bricks. And while the final gap was 0.222 seconds, he didn't reach victory lane without some consternation. Larson trailed by 5.057 seconds with 14 laps to go, but the gap was down to about three seconds with six remaining when the yellow flag came out because of rain. The cars rolled to a stop on pit lane with four to go, giving Wallace about 20 additional minutes to think and rethink his restart strategy. But after beating Larson through the second turn, a crash behind the leaders forced a second overtime, extending the race even more laps as Wallace's team thought he might run out of gas. Wallace risked everything by staying on the track, then beat the defending race winner off the restart again to prevent Larson from becoming the fourth back-to-back winner of the Brickyard. It also alleviated the frustration Wallace felt Saturday when he spent most of the qualifying session on the provisional pole only to see Chase Briscoe surpass him with one of the last runs in the session. He made sure there was no repeat Sunday, giving an added boost to the 23XI Racing co-owned by basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan and last week's race winner, Denny Hamlin, as it continues to battle NASCAR in court over its charter status.
