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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
41100 - 51300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
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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
21.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
214 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Length
4850 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Height
1825 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
655 - 770 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
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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
202 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
441 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
148 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
2157 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.