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Mercedes EQS SUV vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,030 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 594 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

3 Series Saloon

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 EQS SUV offers somewhat more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeably more boot space – 645 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV holds a solid overall lead 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
BMW 3 Series Saloon

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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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Mercedes EQS SUV
BMW 3 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
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Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
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