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Mercedes EQS SUV vs XPeng X9 comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 66,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or XPeng X9?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs XPeng X9: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • visibly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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XPeng X9

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  • significantly cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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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.

XPeng X9 is significantly cheaper – starting at 66,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,458 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is only slightly more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 20 kWh/100km for the XPeng X9. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers a bit more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 80 km more than the XPeng X9.

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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 visibly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the XPeng X9 takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers markedly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 640 Nm. That’s about 310 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.

Seats: XPeng X9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, XPeng X9 is barely lighter – 2,690 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

Looking at boot space, the XPeng X9 offers moderately more boot space – 721 L compared to 645 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the XPeng X9 carries very slightly more – 610 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV shows a few small advantages 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
66,500 - 74,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
535 - 615 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
MPV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,690 - 2,750 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
721 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
-
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,988 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
575 - 610 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
320 - 503 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
450 - 640 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
235 - 370 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
XPeng
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS SUV?

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

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