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Mercedes G-Class vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes G-Class vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably 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.

Toyota Prius is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,170 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 8.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 393 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 significantly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 382 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

G-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is considerably lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 865 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 356 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries significantly more – 715 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 340 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
Mercedes G-Class
Toyota Prius

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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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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Mercedes G-Class
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
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Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
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Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

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