Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ vs Tesla Model Y Premium RWD
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General Info
The Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €50970. The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China, Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €50970 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 491 km | 575 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 672 km | 622 km |
| Range (GCC) | 508 km | 537 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.4 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km | 14 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.69 km/kWh | 7.16 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 9.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) maxes out at 207 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) has more power, the Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 265 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 355 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 568 Nm | 450 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.1 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...).
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5125 mm | 4790 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2157 mm | 2129 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1959 mm | 1982 mm |
| Height | 1718 mm | 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model Y Premium RWD (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2695 kg | 1976 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 645 l | 854 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2100 l | 2138 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 7.8 |
