Compare performance (605 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Lotus Eletre?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Lotus Eletre is visibly cheaper – starting at 85,700 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,885 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Eletre is markedly more efficient: consuming 22.5 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 5.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers a bit more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 91 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.
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 markedly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers a bit more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.
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, Mercedes G-Class is marginally lighter – 2,485 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers marginally more boot space – 688 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.
The Lotus Eletre 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.
The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Lotus
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