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Mercedes EQS vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or NIO EL8?

Mercedes EQS vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • barely lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • a bit cheaper
  • somewhat more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQS

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO EL8 is a bit cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,859 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers significantly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 410 km more than the NIO EL8.

EL8

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 NIO EL8 offers somewhat more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.1 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers marginally more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

EQS

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQS is barely lighter – 2,550 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers considerably more boot space – 610 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 345 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries only slightly more – 577 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS is clearly superior 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 £80,900
EQS

Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 810 - 920 km
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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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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
-
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS?

The Mercedes EQS is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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