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Mitsubishi Space Star vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Space Star is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,984 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Space Star with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

E-Class Estate

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 E-Class Estate offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 514 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.

Space Star

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 Space Star is considerably lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 960 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers clearly more boot space – 615 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 380 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
Mitsubishi Space Star
Mercedes E-Class Estate

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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Mitsubishi Space Star
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
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Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
102 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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