Compare performance (544 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (93900 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Genesis G80?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Genesis G80 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29615 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes EQS: with 16.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Genesis G80 with 18.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 816 km, about 246 km more than the Genesis G80.
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 has a distinct edge – offering 544 HP compared to 370 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the Genesis G80 takes 5.10 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQS pulls slightly stronger with 858 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 158 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Genesis G80 is minimal lighter – 2410 kg compared to 2545 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers significantly more room – 610 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQS to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes EQS proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes EQS is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.
detailsThe Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.
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Price
93900 - 123500 £
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Price
64300 - 67800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.10 kWh
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Electric Range
790 - 816 km
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Electric Range
570 km
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Battery Capacity
118 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2545 - 2655 kg
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Curb weight
2410 kg
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Trunk capacity
610 L
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Trunk capacity
354 L
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Length
5223 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1926 mm
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Width
1925 mm
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Height
1512 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1770 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
550 - 565 kg
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Payload
490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
360 - 544 HP
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Power HP
370 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.10 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
568 - 858 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
265 - 400 kW
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Power kW
272 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Genesis
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.