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Mercedes E-Class vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or SsangYong Tivoli?

Mercedes E-Class vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Tivoli is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,070 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, SsangYong Tivoli is visibly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers visibly more boot space – 720 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class is far ahead overall 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.

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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/100km
  • Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Mercedes E-Class
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Mercedes E-Class
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
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Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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