Where is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV made?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV versions reported to NHTSA (EQS SUV (EQS400- 4M/EQS550-4M), EQS SUV (EQS680 Maybach)) are assembled in the USA.
Built in the USA.
Every 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV version reported to NHTSA was assembled in the United States, so it passes the U.S.-assembly test. If you bought one new with a loan taken out after December 31, 2024, its interest can qualify for the deduction. Loan, use and income rules still apply.
See every 2026 car that passes the U.S.-assembly test or estimate your deduction.
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Where each version is built
| Version, as reported to NHTSA | Final assembly |
|---|---|
| EQS SUV (EQS400- 4M/EQS550-4M) | USA |
| EQS SUV (EQS680 Maybach) | USA |
Questions about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV made in the USA?
Yes. Every 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV version reported to NHTSA has its final assembly in the United States.
Can the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV's loan interest qualify for the car loan interest deduction?
It can. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV passes the U.S.-assembly test. The interest can qualify if you bought it new, with a loan taken out after December 31, 2024, to buy it and secured by a first lien on it, and you expected mainly personal use. You can deduct up to $10,000 of interest a year from 2025 to 2028, phased out above $100,000 of modified adjusted gross income ($200,000 for joint filers). Loan, use and income rules still apply.
How much of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is made in the US and Canada?
US and Canadian parts make up between 20% and 25% of the value of its parts, depending on the version, according to the manufacturer's labeling report to NHTSA. That figure doesn't include final assembly or other non-parts costs. The largest foreign share of parts in any reported version is 33%, from China.
Where are the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV's engine and transmission made?
The engine or motor comes from Germany and Hungary.
Other model years
| Year | Assembled in | US and Canadian parts | US assembly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 EQS SUV | USA | 10% | Built in USA |
Where this information comes from
Assembly countries and parts content come from the 2026 American Automobile Labeling Act report that Mercedes-Benz USA filed with NHTSA (listing dated June 8, 2026). The data is manufacturer-reported and can vary by VIN. Plant details for an individual vehicle come from NHTSA's VIN decoder. Manufacturers can change plants during a model year, so confirm with your VIN or window sticker. This page is general information, not tax advice.
All Mercedes-Benz models and the car loan interest deduction rules