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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS receives a significant update, aiming to solidify its position as the electric S-Class. Key improvements include a more classic Mercedes front-end design with the star on the hood as standard, and a chrome grille accent. The interior sees the Hyperscreen become standard across all trims, enhancing the premium feel. Significant upgrades have been made to the rear seating comfort, with improved ergonomics and the optional Executive Seating Plus package offering enhanced luxury features like cushions and a footrest, though it still doesn't quite match the benchmark set by traditional S-Class models. Battery capacity has increased for both the small (96 kWh) and large (118 kWh) options, promising a real-world range of around 600 km (370 miles). The addition of a standard heat pump is a crucial update to mitigate winter range loss. Charging speeds remain competitive, with the larger battery capable of 10-80% in 31 minutes at 200 kW. The towing capacity for AWD models has also been substantially increased to 1.7 tons. While the reviewer praises the overall enhancements, particularly the improved range and comfort features, they note that some aspects, like the rear seat footrest implementation and the continued reliance on non-animal skin alternatives for luxury trims, could still be refined to truly rival its internal combustion engine S-Class counterpart.