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Mercedes S-Class vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Mercedes S-Class vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,885 £.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 509 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

Eclipse Cross

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 S-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 417 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

S-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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is slightly lighter – 1,922 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries markedly more – 660 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is narrowly 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 £41,100
Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 615 - 627 km
Mercedes S-Class
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.

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Mercedes S-Class
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
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