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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Nissan Ariya?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Ariya is considerably cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,124 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers visibly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 278 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 223 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers noticeably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 350 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, Nissan Ariya is moderately lighter – 2,277 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 418 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more boot space – 645 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV holds a decisive 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.

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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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
-
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
363 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
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS SUV?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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