Starting at about $105,000, the Mercedes EQS 450 4Matic comes with a premium price point. Buyers will pay that kind of money for top notch luxury, cutting edge technology and exceptional performance. But there are those that say the EQS doesn't quite cut it in some areas, compared to its ICE counterpart, the S-Class, or even some competitors in the EV market. The big question is whether the EQS's electric drivetrain and cachet of Mercedes' brand name are worth its high price tag, given variables like range, charging infrastructure and long term value retention. However, critics claim that for the same money one could either choose a more established luxury EV or a top spec S Class. Its supporters believe the EQS is the future of luxury motoring and that its special features and driving experience justify the expense.