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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Tesla Model 3?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • marginally more trunk space
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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Tesla Model 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,267 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 6.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 55 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

Model 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers noticeably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 290 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, Tesla Model 3 is significantly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 873 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers marginally more boot space – 645 L compared to 594 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries significantly more – 570 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 237 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
Tesla Model 3

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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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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Mercedes EQS SUV
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
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Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
302 - 333 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 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
Tesla
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