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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV vs Tesla Model X
Selected trim450 4MATICChange trim366 mi · 120 kWh · £129,170
Selected trim75D · 2016-19Change trim238 mi · 75 kWh · £82,050
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Tesla Model X leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 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 need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Tesla Model X if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
4.6
Tesla
3.4
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
5.1
Tesla
1.5
FamilyTesla
Mercedes-Benz
5.4
Tesla
8.5
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
5.7
Tesla
2.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
450 4MATIC
- 128 miles more WLTP range
- 80 kW faster rapid charging
- 8 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
- 2 more years of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC | Tesla Model X75D |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £129,170 | £82,050 (better) |
| Official range | 366 miles (better) | 238 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L | 745 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min (better) | 40 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.1 sec (better) | 6.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
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Length
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV5,125mm
Tesla Model X5,057mm-68mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV1,959mm-40mm
Tesla Model X1,999mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV1,718mm
Tesla Model X1,684mm-34mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC | Tesla Model X75D |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,125 mm | 5,057 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,959 mm (better) | 1,999 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,157 mm (better) | 2,271 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,684 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m (better) | 12.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 441 mm spare (better) | 401 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC | Tesla Model X75D |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L | 745 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2020 L | 2492 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 183 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 2,268 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- At 5,125 mm, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- 366 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 565 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
Tesla Model X
- At 5,057 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- A 183 L frunk, one of 1 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 183 L or more.
- Boot space of 745 L is bigger than 95% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |  Tesla Model X 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.13m | 5.06m-68mm |
| Width | 1.96m | 2.00m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.16m | 2.27m+114mm |
| Height | 1.72m | 1.68m-34mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.03m | 2.96m-65mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 180mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L | 745L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 2020L | 2492L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 183L |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m (better) | 12.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,805kg | 2,352kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 2,268kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 120kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 366 mi (better) | 238 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 120kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £129,170 | £82,050 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2016–2019 |
* Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* Tesla Model X: NEDC-era estimate — official WLTP not published for this variant
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC | Tesla Model X75D |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 366 miles (better) | 238 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 305 miles (better) | 171 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min (better) | 40 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 120 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 220 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 108.4 kWh (better) | 72.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC | Tesla Model X75D |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.1 sec (better) | 6.3 sec |
| Power | 265 kW | 283 kW (better) |
| Torque | 800 Nm (better) | 430 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
450 4MATIC
Tesla Model X
75D
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model X 75D
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant98%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users72%
Safety Assist94%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC | Tesla Model X75D |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 10 years (better) | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 240,000 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model X
- £20,5002017EVHEROView
- £87,9952019EVHEROView
- £76,4952017EVHEROView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV worth the extra £47,120 over the Tesla Model X?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs £47,120 more than the Tesla Model X. For that premium it adds 128 miles more WLTP range and 80 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Tesla Model X is not just cheaper - it also offers 180 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or the Tesla Model X?
The Tesla Model X is £47,120 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £224 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Tesla Model X comes out roughly £47,040 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 SUV and Tesla Model X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 305 miles for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and 171 miles for the Tesla Model X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV goes roughly 134 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 32 minutes in the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and 40 in the Tesla Model X, so the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV loses less time at each stop. That makes the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or the Tesla Model X?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Tesla Model X. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 441 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and about 401 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model X. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV also turns in a 0.5 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 SUV or the Tesla Model X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and 84% for the Tesla Model X. 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 SUV has the longer battery warranty at 10 years, versus 8 for the Tesla Model X.
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