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Mercedes EQS vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (93,900 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Tesla Model S?

Mercedes EQS vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • only slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
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Tesla Model S

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

EQS

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQS is only slightly cheaper – starting at 93,900 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 377 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model S. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers barely more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 72 km more than the Tesla Model S.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers considerably more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.4 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is markedly faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 112 km/h.

EQS

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, Tesla Model S is clearly lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 2,545 kg. The difference is around 453 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 610 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,828 L, about 58 L more than the Mercedes EQS.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries visibly more – 565 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Mercedes EQS
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Mercedes EQS
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
93,900 - 123,500 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,545 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
5,223 mm
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,512 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
550 - 565 kg
Payload
432 - 442 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 544 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Tesla
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