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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (658 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (95000 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Porsche Cayenne?

Mercedes EQS SUV

Porsche Cayenne

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.

Porsche Cayenne has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87000 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7972 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes EQS SUV: with 19.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10000 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV performs minimal better – achieving up to 695 km, about 53 km more than the Porsche Cayenne.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne has a convincingly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 658 HP. That’s roughly 498 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs distinct better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls evident stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is clearly perceptible lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers slightly more room – 781 L compared to 645 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV performs to a small extent better – up to 2100 L, which is about 392 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne slightly takes the win – 705 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Cayenne shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £87,000
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
Porsche Cayenne

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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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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Mercedes EQS SUV
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
95000 - 212100 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2695 - 3075 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
5125 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1959 - 2034 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1718 - 1721 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
Is the Mercedes EQS SUV offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.