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Mercedes-Benz EQS (2021-2025) vs Tesla Model S
Selected trim450+ · 2021-25Change trim453 mi · 115 kWh · £99,995
Selected trimDual Motor · 2023-26Change trimNot available · 100 kWh · £95,480
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz EQS leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Tesla Model S leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQS (2021-2025) if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Tesla Model S if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz EQS wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
6.3
Tesla
5.6
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
7.6
Tesla
0
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
8.1
Tesla
6.4
ChargingTesla
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
Tesla
4.6
Cost Per MileMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
4.4
Tesla
0
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
- 0.9 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
- 2 more years of battery warranty
Tesla Model S
Dual Motor
- £4,515 cheaper
- 135 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 4.1s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Tesla Model SDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £99,995 | £95,480 (better) |
| Official range | 453 miles | Not available |
| Boot space | 610 L | 745 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 31 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec | 2.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
Tesla Model S
Length
Mercedes-Benz EQS5,216mm
Tesla Model S4,970mm-246mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz EQS1,926mm-38mm
Tesla Model S1,964mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz EQS1,512mm
Tesla Model S1,445mm-67mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Tesla Model SDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,216 mm | 4,970 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,926 mm (better) | 1,964 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,135 mm (better) | 2,189 mm |
| Height | 1,512 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 474 mm spare (better) | 436 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Tesla Model SDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 610 L | 745 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1770 L (better) | 1645 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 150 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
- 2nd-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.
Tesla Model S
- 1st-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 745 L.
- A 150 L frunk, one of 3 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 150 L or more.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ |  Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.22m | 4.97m-246mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.96m+38mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | 2.19m+54mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.45m-67mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.21m | 2.96m-250mm |
| Ground Clearance | 143mm | 137mm-6mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 610L | 745L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1770L (better) | 1645L |
| Frunk | Not available | 150L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,480kg | 2,256kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 115kWh (better) | 100kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 453 mi | Not available |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 250kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £99,995 | £95,480 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2021–2025 | 2023–2026 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Tesla Model SDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 453 miles | Not available |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 378 miles | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 31 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 107.8 kWh (better) | 95 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Standard (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Tesla Model SDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec | 2.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 245 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 1020 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
Tesla Model S
Dual Motor
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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%
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model S Dual Motor
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant91%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist98%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | Tesla Model SDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 10 years (better) | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 240,000 km |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
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Tesla Model S
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
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Tesla Model S
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS worth the extra £4,515 over the Tesla Model S?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS costs £4,515 more than the Tesla Model S. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Tesla Model S is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 135 litres more boot space and a 4.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz EQS comes out ahead overall.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the Tesla Model S?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 38 mm narrower than the Tesla Model S. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 474 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQS and about 436 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model S. The Mercedes-Benz EQS also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the Tesla Model S?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz EQS and 84% for the Tesla Model S. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Mercedes-Benz EQS has the longer battery warranty at 10 years, versus 8 for the Tesla Model S.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .