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Mercedes EQS vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Subaru Impreza?

Mercedes EQS vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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:

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

Subaru Impreza is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,608 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 618 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, Subaru Impreza is substantially lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 976 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers substantially more boot space – 610 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries very slightly more – 570 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 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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Subaru Impreza

The Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Subaru
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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