The EQS: Active Ambient Lighting

Standard Active Ambient Lighting in the interior makes it possible to understand visually which electric driving mode the EQS is currently in: Driving, the boost process and energy recovery are impressively staged with the help of around 190 LEDs. In addition, Active Ambient Lighting is integrated into the driver assistance systems and can visually support their warnings. Colour feedback is possible when operating the climate control system or the 'Hey Mercedes' voice assistant, for instance. The ENERGIZING COMFORT programs are also visually supported.

The light band of Active Ambient Lighting, comprising around 190 LEDs, is located above the louvre trim element. Along the doors it continues into the rear. When switched off, a matte white line is visible. When Active Ambient Lighting is switched on, a clearly defined strip of light appears as if from nowhere - an extraordinary experience even during the day.

The individual light sources, which are controlled in real time, stage fluid presentations. For example, the welcome scenario shows a running light when entering the vehicle. Within the luminous line, different colour gradients are possible in addition to the 64 individual colours. This makes electric driving also a visual experience: Driving, boosting and energy recovery as well as the different charging states of the EQS are impressively presented.

As an additional contribution to accident prevention, Active Ambient Lighting integrates driver assistance systems and supports them with an animation. Active Brake Assist, for example, warns drivers of the risk of a collision by illuminating the instrument panel in red. With Active Blind Spot Assist, a red light in the door also signals a hazardous situation.

The MBUX voice assistant also comes to life visually and recognizes the position of the person speaking. Active Ambient Lighting signals, for example, that the system is waiting for a voice input. Active Ambient Lighting is also integrated into the ENERGIZING COMFORT programs. In the Warmth program, for example, the perceptible warmth of the seat, steering wheel and surface heating is accompanied by warm orange-red animations of screen and ambient lighting. In the Vitality program, Active Ambient Lighting radiates a pink-red lighting mood throughout the interior.

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For more information:

Sinead Brown
sinead.brown@mercedes-benz.ca