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XPeng X9 vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (66,500 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – XPeng X9 or Mercedes EQS SUV?

XPeng X9 vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

XPeng X9

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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X9

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

XPeng X9 is considerably cheaper – starting at 66,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,458 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is marginally more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 20 kWh/100km for the XPeng X9. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers a bit more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 80 km more than the XPeng X9.

EQS SUV

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 EQS SUV offers noticeably more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the XPeng X9 takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 640 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

X9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: XPeng X9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, XPeng X9 is barely lighter – 2,690 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

Looking at boot space, the XPeng X9 offers somewhat more boot space – 721 L compared to 645 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the XPeng X9 carries only slightly more – 610 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV holds a narrow 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
XPeng X9
Mercedes EQS SUV

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XPeng X9

The XPeng X9 is a high-tech electric flagship that blends a roomy, upscale cabin with a sleek, modern design aimed at families and tech-minded drivers. It showcases advanced driver-assistance systems and a sophisticated infotainment setup, delivering a quietly refined and convenient driving experience.

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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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XPeng X9
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,500 - 74,200 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
535 - 615 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,690 - 2,750 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
721 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,988 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
575 - 610 kg
Payload
425 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
320 - 503 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
450 - 640 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
235 - 370 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
XPeng
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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