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Kia Picanto vs Mercedes EQE SUV comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mercedes EQE SUV?

Kia Picanto vs Mercedes EQE SUV: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQE SUV

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,476 £.

EQE SUV

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 557 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 10.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers considerably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 854 Nm more.

Picanto

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is clearly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 1,316 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers clearly more boot space – 520 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries substantially more – 580 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 248 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE SUV is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £71,600
EQE SUV

Mercedes EQE SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 453 - 611 km
Kia Picanto
Mercedes EQE SUV

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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Kia Picanto
Mercedes EQE SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,940 mm
Height
-
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
505 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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