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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or ZEEKR 001?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • very slightly more power
  • slightly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

ZEEKR 001 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,212 £.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 511 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers very slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes E-Class Estate takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers somewhat more boot space – 615 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries slightly more – 645 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 585 - 620 km
Mercedes E-Class Estate
ZEEKR 001

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Mercedes E-Class Estate
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,880 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
505 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
ZEEKR
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