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Mercedes E Class vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or ZEEKR 001?

Mercedes E Class vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Mercedes E Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • visibly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Mercedes E Class is marginally cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 930 £.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 504 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

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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 offers only slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 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, Mercedes E Class is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers only slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries somewhat more – 640 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 is decisively ahead 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.

from £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 585 - 620 km
Mercedes E Class
ZEEKR 001

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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Mercedes E Class
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
505 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
ZEEKR
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