Head-to-head
Mercedes G580 Electric vs Mercedes EQS SUV
At $194,900 the Mercedes EQS SUV undercuts the Mercedes G580 Electric by $55,000 (22%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Mercedes G580 Electric
The electric G-Class — Mercedes-Benz's flagship off-road luxury SUV reimagined with four electric motors (one per wheel) for tank-turn capability and genuine off-road competence.
- From
- $249,900
- Range
- 473 km
- Battery
- 116 kWh
Option B · SUV
Mercedes EQS SUV
Mercedes-Benz's electric flagship SUV — sister vehicle to the EQS sedan with 7-seat capability. 108 kWh battery delivers a class-leading 660 km WLTP range; built in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
- From
- $194,900
- Range
- 660 km
- Battery
- 108 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mercedes G580 Electric and Mercedes EQS SUV, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Mercedes EQS SUV
The Mercedes EQS SUV goes 187 km further on a charge (660 vs 473 km WLTP).
- 2
Power · advantage Mercedes G580 Electric
The Mercedes G580 Electric puts down 167 kW more (432 vs 265 kW).
- 3
Price · advantage Mercedes EQS SUV
The Mercedes EQS SUV undercuts the Mercedes G580 Electric by $55,000 (22%) on starting price.
- 4
Battery · advantage Mercedes G580 Electric
The Mercedes G580 Electric carries a 8.0 kWh larger battery (116 vs 108 kWh).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Mercedes G580 Electric
The Mercedes G580 Electric is 2.0 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.7 s vs 6.7 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mercedes G580 Electric wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.7s vs 6.7s)
Where the Mercedes EQS SUV wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $55,000
- ▸ 187 km longer WLTP range
Mercedes G580 Electric
What we like
- ✓ Quad-motor independent control (tank-turn capable)
- ✓ Genuine off-road credentials with EV powertrain
- ✓ Built in Graz, Austria
What we don't
- ✕ Heavy kerb weight blunts efficiency
- ✕ Modest 473 km WLTP range for the price
- ✕ Not ANCAP tested locally
Mercedes EQS SUV
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 660 km WLTP range
- ✓ Optional 7-seat layout
- ✓ 10-year / 250,000 km battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Heavy kerb weight (2.7 t+) hurts efficiency
- ✕ Premium pricing
- ✕ DC charging peak (200 kW) trails 800V rivals
Frequently asked: Mercedes G580 Electric vs Mercedes EQS SUV
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mercedes G580 Electric or the Mercedes EQS SUV?
- The Mercedes EQS SUV is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $194,900 versus $249,900 for the Mercedes G580 Electric, a $55,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Mercedes EQS SUV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 660 km, 187 km further than the Mercedes G580 Electric's 473 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Mercedes G580 Electric does 0–100 km/h in 4.7 seconds — 2.0 s quicker than the Mercedes EQS SUV's 6.7 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Mercedes EQS SUV better value than the Mercedes G580 Electric?
- On paper the Mercedes EQS SUV is $55,000 cheaper, but the Mercedes G580 Electric edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Mercedes G580 Electric
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: g-wagen loyalists
Choose the
Mercedes EQS SUV
if…
- ✓ you want to save $55,000 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (187 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: flagship suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.