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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Porsche Cayman comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Porsche Cayman?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Porsche Cayman: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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Porsche Cayman

  • noticeably 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:

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.

Mercedes EQS SUV is significantly cheaper – starting at 95,000 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,056 £.

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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 markedly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 500 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is clearly faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers significantly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

EQS SUV

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes EQS SUV offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is significantly lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more boot space – 645 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 461 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 1,828 L more than the Porsche Cayman.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries substantially more – 570 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 289 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is far ahead 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.

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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The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
4,456 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS SUV?

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

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