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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Nissan Leaf?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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

EQS SUV

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Leaf is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,158 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 71 km more than the Nissan Leaf.

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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 EQS SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 441 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers considerably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 595 Nm more.

EQS SUV

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is considerably lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 831 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers markedly more boot space – 645 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is slightly 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 £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
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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 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
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
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Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
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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