2024 MERCEDES-BENZ EQS SUV EQS680 4MATIC

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage certificate and identifies “SIDE” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reported that the visible severe damage to the left side supports the unverified “SIDE” code; however, the salvage certificate status cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS-Class SUV has severe collision damage concentrated on the left front side. The left front door outer panel is extensively crushed and deeply creased, with torn and open areas exposing inner door material and leaving sharp, deformed edges. The open door also shows substantial deformation across its lower section and an irregular lower edge. The side step and lower rocker trim beneath the front door are broken and detached from the vehicle. Damaged components are hanging outward, with pieces extending onto the ground. A large side airbag has deployed from a front seat, and the left-side curtain airbag is deployed, with white fabric hanging near the A-pillar and roofline. According to the VIN decode, this is an all-wheel-drive, battery-electric SUV with the EQS 680 4MATIC trim and a 649-hp electric drive unit. It was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz of North America in Vance, Alabama. The visible damage and deployed restraint systems indicate that substantial body, structural, airbag, sensor, trim, and electrical-system inspection and repair may be required. The high-voltage battery and related electric-drive components should also be professionally assessed before purchase or operation.