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Mercedes EQS vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (93,900 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

Mercedes EQS vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Kia EV4 Hatchback

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia EV4 Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,680 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 191 km more than the Kia EV4 Hatchback.

EV4 Hatchback

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers considerably more torque with 858 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 575 Nm more.

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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, Kia EV4 Hatchback is substantially lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,545 kg. The difference is around 734 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers noticeably more boot space – 610 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS is far ahead overall 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 £93,900
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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 790 - 816 km
Mercedes EQS
Kia EV4 Hatchback

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Mercedes EQS

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.

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Kia EV4 Hatchback

The Kia EV4 Hatchback paves the way for a sleek and efficient driving experience, capturing attention with its modern design and eco-friendly performance. Built with comfort and sustainability in mind, this hatchback redefines electric mobility for urban explorers and suburban commuters alike. Inside, the EV4 boasts a spacious and tech-savvy interior, offering drivers and passengers a seamless blend of innovation and practicality.

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Mercedes EQS
Kia EV4 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption

Price
93,900 - 123,500 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,545 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
5,223 mm
Length
-
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,512 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
550 - 565 kg
Payload
445 - 459 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
Power HP
360 - 544 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Kia
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