Compare performance (585 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Genesis G70?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Genesis G70 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,936 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.
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 offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.
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, Genesis G70 is only slightly lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 83 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers clearly more boot space – 540 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries visibly more – 640 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The Mercedes E Class is far ahead overall 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.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsThe Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
170 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
330 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,685 mm
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Width
1,880 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,400 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
413 - 452 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
200 - 245 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
353 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
147 - 180 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Genesis
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