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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Cadillac OPTIQ?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • considerably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Cadillac OPTIQ

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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Cadillac OPTIQ is considerably cheaper – starting at 55,700 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,258 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is marginally more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the Cadillac OPTIQ. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers visibly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 270 km more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers considerably more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Cadillac OPTIQ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS SUV is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Cadillac OPTIQ tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers substantially more torque with 950 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

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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, Cadillac OPTIQ is a bit lighter – 2,376 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeably more boot space – 645 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 760 L more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries marginally more – 570 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly superior 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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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
Cadillac OPTIQ

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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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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
425 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
75 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,376 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
4,820 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,912 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
1,643 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,340 L
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
524 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Cadillac
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