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Lotus Eletre vs Mercedes EQS comparison
Compare performance (918 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (85,700 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Eletre or Mercedes EQS?
Lotus Eletre vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences
Eletre
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes EQS is marginally cheaper – starting at 80,900 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,789 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers markedly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 350 km more than the Lotus Eletre.
EQS
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers a bit more torque with 985 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.
Eletre
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, Mercedes EQS is barely lighter – 2,550 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers a bit more boot space – 688 L compared to 610 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lotus Eletre comes out modestly 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 £85,700
Lotus Eletre
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Lotus Eletre
The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Mercedes EQS
The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.
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Lotus Eletre
Mercedes EQS
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Electric Range
810 - 920 km
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Trunk capacity
610 L
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Length
5,103 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,060 mm
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Width
1,926 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Payload
545 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
367 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
505 - 800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Power kW
270 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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