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Mercedes EQS vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Renault R5?

Mercedes EQS vs Renault R5: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault R5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,916 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers significantly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 515 km more than the Renault R5.

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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 offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Renault R5 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 555 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault R5 is clearly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 1,103 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers significantly more boot space – 610 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 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
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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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Renault R5

The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
24,000 - 26,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
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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
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,744 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
396 - 418 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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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