High-performance electric cars like Tesla’s Model S Plaid or the Porsche Taycan turbo S want to be the better super athletes. The ultimate acceleration kick for more traditional drivers. Neither Tesla nor Porsche therefore engage in experiments when it comes to design. In contrast, the boldly designed Mercedes EQS holds out the prospect of a new electric era. Its drag coefficient of 0.2 marks a world record, as does the calculated top range of 770 kilometers or the first and only tailgate in the luxury class. Up to 1770 liters of luggage space create space for half a wardrobe.