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SsangYong Torres vs Mercedes C-Class EQ comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 58,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Mercedes C-Class EQ?

SsangYong Torres vs Mercedes C-Class EQ: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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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

Torres

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Torres is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class EQ costs 58,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,190 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes C-Class EQ is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Torres. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers clearly more range – reaching up to 753 km, about 291 km more than the SsangYong Torres.

C-Class EQ

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 C-Class EQ offers significantly more power – delivering 489 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 282 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class EQ delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 461 Nm more.

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, SsangYong Torres is significantly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,460 kg. The difference is around 962 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers noticeably more boot space – 703 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 233 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries only slightly more – 552 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class EQ is clearly superior 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.

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C-Class EQ

Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 706 - 753 km
SsangYong Torres
Mercedes C-Class EQ

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Mercedes C-Class EQ

The Mercedes C‑Class EQ blends the familiar poise and luxury of the C‑Class with Mercedes' EQ electric ethos, delivering a quietly refined and modern driving experience. Inside, it pairs upscale materials and tech-forward touches with a composed ride that suits both city commuting and longer journeys.

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SsangYong Torres
Mercedes C-Class EQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
58,000 - 67,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
706 - 753 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
2,460 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,892 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
552 kg
Payload
505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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