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Mercedes E Class vs Maserati Quattroporte - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (585 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 147500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Maserati Quattroporte?

Mercedes E Class

Maserati Quattroporte

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

E Class

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes E Class has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the Maserati Quattroporte costs 147500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 96996 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Maserati Quattroporte with 11.10 L. The difference is about 9.60 L per 100 km.

Quattroporte

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 Mercedes E Class has a distinct edge – offering 585 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Maserati Quattroporte takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Quattroporte performs somewhat better – reaching 288 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

E Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is somewhat lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers minimal more room – 540 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class distinct takes the win – 640 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E Class shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £50,500
E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Mercedes E Class
Maserati Quattroporte

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Mercedes E Class

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.

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Maserati Quattroporte

The Maserati Quattroporte is a grand touring saloon that wraps Italian drama and handcrafted luxury around a chassis that clearly wants to be driven. For buyers who prefer emotion to spreadsheet-friendly logic, it makes a memorable entrance and rewards spirited journeys with a sonorous exhaust and sharp steering.

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Mercedes E Class
Maserati Quattroporte

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 119700 £
Price
147500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
11.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Curb weight
2055 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
5262 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1948 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Height
1481 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.80 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
288 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
316 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
2979 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Maserati
Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.