Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC SUV Sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title for Greatest Temperature Change by an EV
From Desert Heat to Snow-Capped Peaks, the ‘Made-in-India’ EQS SUV Proves Its All-Terrain Electric Resilience
Mercedes-Benz India has earned yet another feather in its cap as the EQS 450 4MATIC SUV, locally assembled in India, has set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the greatest temperature change endured by an electric production car. The record-setting journey spanned over 2,300 km, navigating from the scorching 47.5°C heat of Ranao, Rajasthan, to the freezing -3.75°C chill of Khardungla Pass, marking a staggering 51.2°C temperature variation.
The historic drive was executed by the Autocar India road test team, led by Rahul Kakkar, across a 9-day journey through cities like Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Jammu, Srinagar, Kargil, and Leh — before conquering the 18,379-ft Khardungla Pass, the world’s second-highest motorable road.
Record-Breaking Drive Stats
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Total Distance: 2,324 km
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Duration: 9 Days / 55 Hours of Driving
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Temperature Range: +47.5°C to -3.7°C
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Total Altitude Gain: 4,783 metres
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Charging Stops: 8 Full Charges
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Efficiency Achieved: 4.32 km/kWh
Built to Conquer Extremes
The EQS SUV didn’t just survive India’s harshest climates — it thrived. Thanks to a robust 122 kWh battery, dual permanently excited synchronous motors, and the intelligent 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system, the EQS 450 4MATIC puts out 360 hp and a staggering 800+ Nm of torque, capable of 0–100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds. Mercedes’ OFFROAD drive mode, coupled with adaptive AIRMATIC suspension, allowed the vehicle to easily navigate rough mountain passes like Zojila and Khardungla.
More Than Just Power
The EQS SUV blends performance with sustainability and luxury:
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Range: 600+ km real-world, 809 km ARAI certified (MIDC)
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Charging: 10–80% in just 31 minutes with DC fast charger
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Infotainment: Panoramic MBUX Hyperscreen with OLED display
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Audio: Burmester® 3D Surround Sound with Dolby Atmos®
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Safety: 9 airbags, Level 2 ADAS, and 360-degree camera system
Leadership Speaks
“The EQS SUV’s record-breaking feat strongly underlines the readiness of our BEVs for India’s extreme conditions,” said Santosh Iyer, MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India. “This world record also reinforces customer confidence in choosing sustainable, no-compromise luxury mobility.”
Hormazd Sorabjee, Editor of Autocar India, added: “This drive not only highlights the engineering excellence of the EQS but also throws light on India’s climate diversity and the urgent need for clean mobility solutions.”
Second Record, Same Legacy
This is Mercedes-Benz’s second GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the EQS range in India. In 2024, the EQS 580 4MATIC sedan covered 949 km on a single charge, earning the record for the longest journey by an EV on one charge.
Key Technical Data from the Record Drive
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Total Distance Covered: 2,324 km
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Duration of Drive: 9 days
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Total Driving Time: 55 hours, 3 minutes
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Maximum Temperature Encountered: 47.5°C (Ranao, Rajasthan)
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Minimum Temperature Encountered: -3.7°C (Khardungla Pass, Ladakh)
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Total Temperature Variation: 51.2°C
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Number of Full Charges: 8
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Overall Efficiency Achieved: 4.32 km/kWh
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Total Altitude Gain: 4,783 metres
Key Technical Specifications: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC
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Electric Motors: Dual Permanently Excited Synchronous Motors (PSM)
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Maximum Output: 360 hp
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Peak Torque: 858 Nm
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0–100 km/h Acceleration: 4.7 seconds
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Top Speed: 210 km/h
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Battery Capacity: 122 kWh
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Range (ARAI MIDC Certified): 809 km
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DC Fast Charging (10–80%): 31 minutes
The 2025 record further solidifies Mercedes-Benz’s position as a trailblazer in India’s luxury EV landscape, where performance, innovation, and sustainability converge.
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