Compare performance (122 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or Casalini 550?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Casalini 550 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQT costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,743 £.
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 EQT offers clearly more power – delivering 122 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQT is considerably faster – reaching 132 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQT delivers substantially more torque with 245 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 217 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes EQT offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 1,500 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers significantly more boot space – 551 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 551 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries substantially more – 531 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 258 kg.
The Mercedes EQT 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.
The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.
detailsThe Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
20 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
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Curb weight
425 kg
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
3,000 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,500 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
457 - 531 kg
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Payload
273 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Max Speed
45 km/h
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Torque
245 Nm
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Torque
28 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Power kW
90 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Casalini
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