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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Renault R5?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Renault R5: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly 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:

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.

Renault R5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,972 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 290 km more than the Renault R5.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Renault R5 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers considerably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 705 Nm more.

EQS SUV

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault R5 is clearly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,248 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more boot space – 645 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is narrowly 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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Renault R5

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4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

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Costs and Consumption
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
24,000 - 27,000 £
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
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
-
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,744 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
396 - 418 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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 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
Renault
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS SUV?

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

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