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Mercedes S Class vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (104000 £ vs 51400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S Class or ZEEKR 001?

Mercedes S Class vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Mercedes S Class

  • slight more power
  • hardly perceptible lighter

ZEEKR 001

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  • significantly cheaper
  • convincingly more electric range
  • minimal quicker from 0–100 km/h

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.

ZEEKR 001 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51400 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 104000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52599 £.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 502 km more than the Mercedes S Class.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S Class has a slight edge – offering 585 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes S Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes S Class pulls barely noticeable stronger with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mercedes S Class is hardly perceptible lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class evident takes the win – 660 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 is far ahead overall 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.

Mercedes S Class
ZEEKR 001

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 585 - 620 km

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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ZEEKR 001

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The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Mercedes S Class
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
104000 - 139100 £
Price
51400 - 62600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 10.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
102 - 118 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
50 - 241 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2165 - 2515 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2350 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1921 mm
Width
2005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 660 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 585 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
247 - 430 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
ZEEKR
What drive types are available for the Mercedes S Class?

The Mercedes S Class is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.