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Mercedes G-Class vs Maxus Euniq 5 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Maxus Euniq 5?

Mercedes G-Class vs Maxus Euniq 5: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maxus Euniq 5

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

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.

Maxus Euniq 5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,400 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,191 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Maxus Euniq 5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 22.6 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 5.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 119 km more than the Maxus Euniq 5.

Euniq 5

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 Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 428 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 854 Nm more.

G-Class

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: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Maxus Euniq 5 is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 675 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 640 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries visibly more – 715 kg compared to 541 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class 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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
Mercedes G-Class
Maxus Euniq 5

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Mercedes G-Class

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.

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Maxus Euniq 5

The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.

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Mercedes G-Class
Maxus Euniq 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
46,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
360 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,825 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
1,800 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
541 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Maxus
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