Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model X Plaid vs Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) has a starting price of €147923, while the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €147923 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €107870 |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…).
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 539 km | 531 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 673 km |
| Range (GCC) | 512 km | 537 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 22 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.39 km/kWh | 4.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 760 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1020 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1020 Nm | 858 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.8 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 262 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.1 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5057 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2271 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2005 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1680 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2965 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…).
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2464 kg | 2845 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 420 l | 645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2492 l | 2100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 183 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2250 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.9 | 8.4 |
