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Mercedes EQV vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Casalini 550?

Mercedes EQV vs Casalini 550: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EQV

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.

Casalini 550 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,716 £.

550

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 EQV offers significantly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQV is considerably faster – reaching 140 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQV delivers considerably more torque with 365 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 337 Nm more.

EQV

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes EQV offers more seats – 6 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is considerably lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 2,241 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers significantly more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1,410 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries clearly more – 834 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 561 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Casalini 550 is decisively ahead 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 £17,000
550

Casalini 550

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
Mercedes EQV
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.

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Casalini 550

The 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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Mercedes EQV
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
365 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Casalini
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