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Mercedes EQV vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Lotus Eletre?

Mercedes EQV vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space

Lotus Eletre

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter

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

EQV

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes EQV is considerably cheaper – starting at 50,700 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,958 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Eletre is clearly more efficient: consuming 22.5 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQV. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers markedly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 206 km more than the Mercedes EQV.

Eletre

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 714 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.3 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is clearly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Mercedes EQV tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

EQV

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes EQV offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Eletre is barely lighter – 2,565 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers significantly more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 688 L. That’s a difference of about 722 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQV offers substantially more capacity – up to 5,010 L, about 3,478 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries substantially more – 834 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 349 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre stands well ahead of its rival 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
Mercedes EQV
Lotus Eletre

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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Mercedes EQV
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
365 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
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