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SsangYong Torres vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Mercedes T Class?

SsangYong Torres vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes T Class

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
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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:

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.

Mercedes T Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,881 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

T Class

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 SsangYong Torres offers visibly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers clearly more torque with 339 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 69 Nm more.

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, SsangYong Torres is very slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries somewhat more – 630 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres 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.

from £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 462 km
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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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Reviews SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Derek Woolfson
20 May 2026, 17:10:55

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,700 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
552 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the SsangYong Torres have?

The SsangYong Torres is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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