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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Tesla Model S?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

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Tesla Model S

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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model S is marginally cheaper – starting at 94,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 695 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model S is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers barely more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 49 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

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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 Tesla Model S offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 658 HP. That’s roughly 362 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is visibly faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 112 km/h.

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, Tesla Model S is noticeably lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 603 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers a bit more boot space – 799 L compared to 645 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers a bit more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 272 L more than the Tesla Model S.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
Tesla Model S

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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 S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Mercedes EQS SUV
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
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
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
432 - 442 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
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 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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