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Mercedes EQS vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes EQS vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Prius is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,496 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 834 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 362 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 Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

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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, Toyota Prius is significantly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 930 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mercedes EQS
Toyota Prius

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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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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Mercedes EQS
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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