Compare performance (585 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,642 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 116 km, about 41 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
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 8 HP. That’s roughly 577 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 710 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes E-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 1,252 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 477 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries significantly more – 640 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 498 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.
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 Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption 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
75 km
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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
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
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
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Width
1,388 mm
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Height
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Height
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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
142 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
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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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
40 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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