Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes E Class has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the Maserati Grecale costs 71500 £. That’s a price difference of around 21020 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 8.80 L. The difference is about 7.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Maserati Grecale performs convincingly better – achieving up to 501 km, about 385 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 E Class has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 585 HP compared to 558 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Maserati Grecale performs a bit better – reaching 285 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati Grecale pulls slight stronger with 820 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
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In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is barely noticeable lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1870 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
When it comes to payload, Maserati Grecale minimal takes the win – 690 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Mercedes E Class proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
71500 - 107400 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.90 kWh
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
501 km
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98 kWh
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 - 254 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
64 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
1870 - 2480 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
535 L
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Length
4846 - 4865 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1948 - 1979 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Height
1651 - 1670 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
630 - 690 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
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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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
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
301 - 558 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 285 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
450 - 820 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
221 - 410 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 3000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Maserati
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The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.