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Mercedes E Class vs SsangYong Rexton - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (585 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 41100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or SsangYong Rexton?

Mercedes E Class

SsangYong Rexton

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.

SsangYong Rexton has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9356 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 6.70 L per 100 km.

Rexton

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 has a clearly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 383 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 6.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.

E Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is a bit lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly perceptible more room – 784 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 244 L.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton slightly takes the win – 770 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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
SsangYong Rexton

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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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Mercedes E Class
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 119700 £
Price
41100 - 51300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.20 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
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4850 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1960 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Height
1825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
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
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
2157 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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.