The all-electric Vision EQS concept limousine was Mercedes’ flagship unveil at the 2019’s Frankfurt show. It’s also significant as the first design on a new EV architecture which will spawn other premium electric models as the firm moves to become carbon-neutral by 2039. CDN had a one-to-one chat with overall design boss Gorden Wagener, who explained the new EQS proportions and why a regular S-Class will still sell alongside it.
Car Design News had a one-to-one chat with overall design boss Gorden Wagener, who explained the new EQS proportions and why a regular S-Class will still sell alongside it. “This is the first time we have been able to design a purpose-built EV, but the problem of electric cars for a designer is the six inches extra height for the battery pack,” he told CDN. “Therefore, we started with the inspiration of the F 015 concept. Because the EQS is more of that ‘cab-forward’ style, we call it a ‘one bow’ design and the advantage of that is you can get really straight, fast lines that make the vehicle look very low, sleek and aerodynamic.”
This content is available to subscribers only | Sign in
Unlock exclusive design knowledge, inspiration & connection.
Knowledge
Inspiration
Billed as $194 annually
Other currencies: £149 / €179 annually
Available to new subscribers only
Knowledge
Inspiration
Connection
Billed as $259 annually
Other currencies: £199 / €239 annually
Knowledge
Inspiration
Connection
Billed as $389 annually
Other currencies: £299 / €359 annually
Explore more subscription options.
For help with individual user subscriptions please contact:
Eric Ng
Eric.Ng@ultimamedia.com
For help with multi user subscriptions please contact:
Angela Yang
Angela.Yang@cardesignnews.com
Sasha Selipanov realises his dream of creating a hypercar with a visceral driving experience
Car Design News heads to Nashville for a spin in the Chevrolet Equinox
Legendary designer Ian Callum describes working on “the one that got away” and the principles of designing for longevity
