Compare the2022 Mercedes EQSVS 2021 Karma Revero

Safety
Warranty
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Environmental Friendliness
Transmission
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Chassis
Passenger Space
Cargo Capacity
Ergonomics
Recommendations

Safety

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The EQS’ pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The Revero doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

The rear seatbelts optional on the EQS inflate when a collision is detected, helping to spread crash forces over a much larger area of the body and limiting head and neck movement. This can help prevent spinal and internal injuries. The Revero doesn’t offer inflatable seatbelts.

The EQS has standard Active Brake Assist, which use forward mounted sensors to warn the driver of a possible collision ahead. If the driver doesn’t react and the system determines a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes at full-force in order to reduce the force of the crash or avoid it altogether. The Revero has a collision warning system without the crash-mitigating brake feature that could reduce stopping distances.

Over 200 people are killed each year when backed over by motor vehicles. The EQS has a standard Maneuvering Brake Function that use rear sensors to monitor and automatically apply the brakes to prevent a rear collision. The Revero doesn’t offer backup collision prevention brakes.

The EQS offers all-wheel drive to maximize traction under poor conditions, especially in ice and snow. The Revero doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.

The EQS’ driver alert monitor detects an inattentive driver then sounds a warning and suggests a break. According to the NHTSA, drivers who fall asleep cause about 100,000 crashes and 1500 deaths a year. The Revero doesn’t offer a driver alert monitor.

The EQS has standard Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call, which uses a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver and a cellular system to get turn-by-turn driving directions, remotely unlock your doors if you lock your keys in, help track down your vehicle if it’s stolen or send emergency personnel to the scene if any airbags deploy. The Revero doesn’t offer a GPS response system, only a navigation computer with no live response for emergencies, so if you’re involved in an accident and you’re incapacitated help may not come as quickly.

Both the EQS and the Revero have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, collision warning systems, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, around view monitors and rear cross-path warning.

The Mercedes EQS weighs 535 to 890 pounds more than the Karma Revero. The NHTSA advises that heavier cars are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

Warranty

There are almost 15 times as many Mercedes dealers as there are Karma dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the EQS’ warranty.

Engine

The EQS 580 4MATIC’s standard electric motors produces 81 lbs.-ft. more torque (631 vs. 550) than the Revero’s 1.5 turbo 3-cylinder hybrid. The AMG EQS’ standard electric motors produces 215 more horsepower (751 vs. 536) and 202 lbs.-ft. more torque (752 vs. 550) than the Revero’s 1.5 turbo 3-cylinder hybrid.

Fuel Economy and Range

On the EPA test cycle the EQS gets better mileage than the Revero running on electricity:

			MPGe
EQS
	RWD	450+ Electric Motor	97 city/97 hwy
	AWD	580 4MATIC Electric Motors	92 city/99 hwy
		AMG Electric Motors	76 city/78 hwy
Revero
	RWD	GT Electric Motors	71 city/69 hwy
		22" Wheels Electric Motors	63 city/61 hwy

The EQS can travel longer on a full charge than the Revero on electricity, only, on a full charge:

			Miles
EQS
	RWD	450+ Electric Motor	350 miles
	AWD	580 4MATIC Electric Motors	340 miles
		AMG Electric Motors	277 miles
Revero
	RWD	GT Electric Motors	61 miles
		22" Wheels Electric Motors	54 miles

Environmental Friendliness

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Mercedes EQS higher (10 out of 10) than the Karma Revero (7). This means the EQS produces up to 11.8 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the Revero every 15,000 miles.

Transmission

The EQS AMG’s launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM’s precisely in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction. The Revero doesn’t offer launch control.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the EQS’ brake rotors are larger than those on the Revero:

	EQS	AMG EQS CCB	Revero
Front Rotors	15.4 inches	17.4 inches	14.6 inches
Rear Rotors	14.9 inches	14.9 inches	14.4 inches

The EQS AMG offers optional heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don’t rust, don’t fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration. The Revero doesn’t offer ceramic brake rotors.

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the EQS has larger standard tires than the Revero (255/45R20 vs. 245/40R21). The AMG EQS’ tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Revero (275/40R21 vs. 255/35R22).

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the EQS can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The Revero doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

Suspension and Handling

The front and rear suspension of the EQS uses air springs for a smoother, controlled ride than the Revero, which uses coil springs. Air springs maintain proper ride height and ride more smoothly.

The EQS has a standard driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads. The Revero’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

The EQS’ drift compensation steering can automatically compensate for road conditions which would cause the vehicle to drift from side to side, helping the driver to keep the vehicle straight more easily. The Revero doesn’t offer drift compensation steering.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the EQS’ wheelbase is 2 inches longer than on the Revero (126.4 inches vs. 124.4 inches).

The EQS’ front to rear weight distribution is more even (50% to 50%) than the Revero’s (47% to 53%). This gives the EQS more stable handling and braking.

For better maneuverability, the EQS w/10° rear-wheel steering’s turning circle is 4.6 feet tighter than the Revero’s (35.8 feet vs. 40.4 feet). The EQS’ turning circle is 1.4 feet tighter than the Revero’s (39 feet vs. 40.4 feet).

Chassis

The design of the Mercedes EQS amounts to more than styling. The EQS has an aerodynamic coefficient of drag of .2 Cd. That is significantly lower than the Revero (.35) and many sports cars. A more efficient exterior helps keep the interior quieter and helps the EQS get better fuel mileage.

The front grille of the EQS uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The Revero doesn’t offer active grille shutters.

The EQS uses computer-generated active noise cancellation to help remove annoying noise and vibration from the passenger compartment, especially at low frequencies. The Revero doesn’t offer active noise cancellation.

Passenger Space

The EQS has standard seating for 5 passengers; the Revero can only carry 4.

For enhanced passenger comfort on long trips the EQS’ available rear seats recline. The Revero’s rear seats don’t recline.

Cargo Capacity

To allow full utilization of available cargo room, the EQS’ hatch uses gas strut supported hinges that don’t intrude into the cargo area. Its intrusive beam hinge reduces the Revero’s useful trunk space.

To make loading groceries and cargo easier when your hands are full, the EQS’ liftgate can be opened and closed just by kicking your foot under the back bumper, leaving your hands completely free. The Revero doesn’t offer a hands-free gesture to open its trunk, forcing you to put cargo down if your hands are full.

Ergonomics

The EQS has a standard remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The Revero doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the Revero, the EQS has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position and outside mirror angle and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The EQS offers an optional heads-up display that projects speed and navigation instruction readouts in front of the driver’s line of sight, allowing drivers to view information without diverting their eyes from the road. The Revero doesn’t offer a heads-up display.

The EQS’ standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The Revero’s available power window controls are spread out on the center console where they can’t be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.

If the windows are left open on the EQS the driver can close them all from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the Revero can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors standard on the EQS detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The Revero doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

When the EQS is put in reverse, the passenger rearview mirror tilts from its original position. This gives the driver a better view of the curb during parallel parking maneuvers. Shifting out of reverse puts the mirror into its original position. The Revero’s mirror doesn’t automatically adjust for backing.

The EQS’ standard rear and side view mirrors have an automatic dimming feature. These mirrors can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on them, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver. The Revero has an automatic rear view mirror, but its side mirrors don’t dim.

The EQS has standard front air conditioned seats and offers them optionally in the rear. This keeps the passengers comfortable and takes the sting out of hot seats in summer. The Revero doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats in the rear.

The EQS offers optional massaging front and rear seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the Revero.

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the EQS has a standard Active Distance Assist Distronic, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The Revero doesn’t offer an adaptive cruise control.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Mercedes EQS has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console and for the rear passengers. The Revero doesn’t offer wireless personal charging.

The EQS’ Active Parking Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, starting, stopping and changing direction automatically. Remote Parking Assist will park and retrieve your car remotely: press a button and watch it park itself. This is ideal for tight locations. The Revero doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

Recommendations

J.D. Power and Associates rated the EQS first among large premium cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The Revero isn’t in the top three.