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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Trafic Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • 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:

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

Renault Trafic Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,875 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is only slightly more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Renault Trafic Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 377 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

Trafic Transporter

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 170 HP. That’s roughly 488 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers considerably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is significantly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 847 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries clearly more – 1,222 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 652 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.

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
Mercedes EQS SUV
Renault Trafic Transporter

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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 Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Mercedes EQS SUV
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,125 mm
Length
-
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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