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Mercedes-Benz EQS (2021-2025) vs Skoda Peaq
Selected trim450+ · 2021-25Change trim453 mi · 115 kWh · £99,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz EQS stays competitive across the board, while the Skoda Peaq leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Peaq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Peaq wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Mercedes-Benz
6.3
Skoda
6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSkoda
Mercedes-Benz
7.6
Skoda
8.2
FamilySkoda
Mercedes-Benz
8.1
Skoda
9.5
ChargingSkoda
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
Skoda
6.5
Cost Per MileSkoda
Mercedes-Benz
4.4
Skoda
7.3
City DrivingSkoda
Mercedes-Benz
2.2
Skoda
3.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
- 51 miles more WLTP range
- 35 kW more power
- 0.9s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £99,995 | £51,980 (better) |
| Official range | 453 miles (better) | 402 miles |
| Boot space | 610 L | 890 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
Skoda Peaq
Length
Mercedes-Benz EQS5,216mm
Skoda Peaq4,870mm-346mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz EQS1,926mm
Skoda Peaq1,867mm-59mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz EQS1,512mm-152mm
Skoda Peaq1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,216 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,926 mm | 1,867 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,135 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,512 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 474 mm spare | 533 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 610 L | 890 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1770 L | 2075 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 37 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
- 3rd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 610 L.
- 453 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
- At 5,216 mm, longer than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
Skoda Peaq
- 1st-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 890 L.
- 402 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,870 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ |  Skoda Peaq SE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.22m | 4.87m-346mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.87m-59mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | 1.98m-151mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.66m+152mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.21m | 2.96m-245mm |
| Ground Clearance | 143mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 610L | 890L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1770L | 2075L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 37L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,480kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 115kWh (better) | 91kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 453 mi (better) | 402 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 199kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £99,995 | £51,980 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2025 | 2027+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 453 miles (better) | 402 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 378 miles (better) | 335 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 199 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 107.8 kWh (better) | 86 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
| Power | 245 kW (better) | 210 kW |
| Torque | 568 Nm (better) | 545 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant91%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist80%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 10 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
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Skoda Peaq
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
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Skoda Peaq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS worth the extra £48,015 over the Skoda Peaq?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS costs £48,015 more than the Skoda Peaq. For that premium it adds 51 miles more WLTP range, 35 kW more power and a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. The Skoda Peaq is not just cheaper - it also offers 280 litres more boot space and 2 more seats (7 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Peaq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the Skoda Peaq?
The Skoda Peaq is £48,015 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Peaq comes out roughly £48,135 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mercedes-Benz EQS and Skoda Peaq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 378 miles for the Mercedes-Benz EQS and 335 miles for the Skoda Peaq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz EQS goes roughly 43 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the Skoda Peaq?
The Skoda Peaq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 59 mm narrower than the Mercedes-Benz EQS. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 533 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Peaq and about 474 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQS. The Mercedes-Benz EQS also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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