Mercedes EQS 450 / 500 / 580 4MATIC EV charger: which one fits best?
The EQS 450, 500 and 580 4MATIC charge at 11 kW at home as standard. You could also order them with an optional 22 kW onboard charger. That option decides your choice: with it, the right charger halves your charging time. Want to see all versions? Compare every Mercedes EQS EV charger, or browse all Mercedes EV chargers.
For the Mercedes EQS 450 / 500 / 580 4MATIC we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Did you tick the 22 kW option? Then pick a charger from our 22 kW EV chargers instead, so the car can use its full power.
Charging specifications of the Mercedes EQS 450 / 500 / 580 4MATIC
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model generation | EQS 450 / 500 / 580 4MATIC as built before the 2026 facelift |
| Battery capacity (usable) | 108 to 122 kWh, depending on version and model year |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 11 kW as standard, 22 kW optional |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 to over 870 km |
| Charging time with an 11 kW charger | approx. 10 to 11 hours |
| Charging time with a 22 kW charger (optional on-board charger) | approx. 5 to 5.5 hours |
| Charging plug | Type 2 (AC) / CCS2 (DC) |
| DC fast charging | up to 200 kW |
| System voltage | 400 V architecture |
Which EV charger fits the Mercedes EQS 4MATIC?
Your choice comes down to one question: does your EQS have the optional 22 kW onboard charger? Without that option the car charges at 11 kW at home, and an 11 kW charger is plenty. With the 22 kW charger you only reach that speed on a three-phase charger delivering 32 amps per phase. A three-phase connection uses three live wires instead of one.
It is worth checking whether a charger has a built-in MID meter. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that records exactly how much you charge. It keeps your charging separate from the rest of your household use, so you can see what charging at home really costs. At 11 kW a built-in MID meter is still rare, and it becomes common from 22 kW upwards. Our EV chargers with a MID meter show which models have one.
Keep in mind that 11 kW charging also needs a three-phase connection. Your electrician checks whether your fuse box can handle it. Still weighing up your options? Our EV home chargers are a good place to start.
How long does the Mercedes EQS 4MATIC take to charge?
You work out the charging time by dividing the battery capacity by the charging power. With a battery of roughly 108 to 122 kWh that gives:
- 11 kW charger (standard onboard charger): about 10 to 11 hours for a full charge, ideal for charging overnight.
- 22 kW charger (optional onboard charger): about 5 to 5.5 hours. Handy for topping up during the day, or on a dynamic energy contract.
In practice you rarely charge from empty to full. For most EQS drivers a night on an 11 kW charger easily covers the daily kilometres.
Connection and charging cable for the EQS 4MATIC
The EQS has a type 2 connection. Many of our chargers are socket versions. With one of those you use a separate type 2 charging cable at home, between the charger and your car. You take that same cable with you to charge at a public point. For the full 22 kW at home you need a three-phase connection of 32 amps per phase.
We always recommend having the connection done by a qualified electrician. That is safer and it matters for your insurance. We install EV chargers in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. In the Netherlands and Flemish Belgium you can order installation together with your charger. In Germany it runs through a free quotation. We ship worldwide, but we install only in those three countries.
Other versions of the Mercedes EQS
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the other versions of the Mercedes EQS:
- Mercedes EQS 450 - the entry model with rear-wheel drive
- Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC - the sporty top version
Frequently asked questions
Does the Mercedes EQS 4MATIC charge at 22 kW as standard?
No, the EQS charges at 11 kW at home as standard. The 22 kW onboard charger was an option you could tick when ordering the car. Not sure which one your EQS has? It is listed in your car's specification or your order confirmation.
Do I need an EV charger with a MID meter for my EQS?
You do not need one to charge. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that records your charging accurately. Because it only counts what goes into the car, you can see the cost of a full battery instead of guessing at it from your energy bill. That is useful if you want to know your cost per kilometre.
Do I need a three-phase connection for the EQS?
Yes, 11 kW charging needs a three-phase connection. To use the full 22 kW of the optional onboard charger you need a heavier three-phase connection of 32 amps per phase. A qualified electrician checks whether your fuse box can handle it.