The Mercedes EQS SUV 450 Plus was officially introduced in January 2024. Energy is supplied by a 118 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 709 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 265 kW (355 hp), enabling an acceleration of 6.8 sec 0-100 km/h (6.6 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 105000 USD.
By contrast, the Volkswagen e-Caravelle L2 64 kWh 160 kW was officially introduced in March 2025. At its core, it features a 63.8 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 245 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates 160 kW (218 PS), enabling an acceleration of 8.6 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 150 km/h. This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 61577 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | January 2024 | March 2025 |
| Release date | January 2024 | March 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-wheel drive 265 kW (355 hp) | 160 kW (218 PS) |
| Torque | 568 Nm (419 lb-ft) | 415 Nm |
| Acceleration | 6.8 sec 0-100 km/h (6.6 sec 0-60 mph) | 8.6 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 150 km/h |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 118 kWh usable | 63.8 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) | Lithium-ion |
| Driving range | 709 km | 245 km |
| Consumption | 19.1 kWh/100 km | 260 Wh/km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | - |
| Heat pump | - | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 9.6 kW (USA only), Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 12.25 hours, Type 2 22 kW | - |
| Charging station | CCS 200 kW max, 10-80% in 31 min | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5/7 seats | Passenger Van, 9 seats |
| Dimensions | 5125 x 1959 x 1718 mm (201.8 x 77.1 x 67.6 in) | 5450 x 1999 x 1968 mm (L x W x H) |
| Weight | 2730 kg unladen, 3300 kg gross | 2493 kg unladen |
| Wheels size | R20, R21, R22 | - |
| Trunk volume | 645 l, 2100 l max | 1000 l |
| Front trunk | No | 0 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 12.8" or 17.7" touchscreen | - |
| Driver's display | 12.3" | - |
| Head-up display | Yes, with augmented reality | - |
| Various | 12.3" passenger display, 11.6" rear passenger display, Rear comfort armrest with detachable tablet | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats, hot-stone massaging seats | - |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide | - |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, self parking, remote parking assist | - |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags, belt airbags for rear seats, third row side head aibags | - |
| Driving aids | LIDAR, Traffic sign assistant, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active distance assistant Distronic, Adaptive high beam assistant, Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Pedestrian warning function in the area of zebra crossings, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Evasive Steering Assist, Congestion emergency braking function, PRE-SAFE PLUS and Impulse Side with body-raising function | - |
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| Price | 105000 USD | 61577 USD |