Comparing the Mercedes-Benz EQS and the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz EQS is available at ₹15,299,000, while the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS is priced at ₹555,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz EQS comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS's 1197 cc, producing 328 bhp (EQS 450+) / 523 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC) and 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 107.8 kWh NMC Lithium-Ion | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (RWD or AWD) | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | Petrol: 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | — | 20.7 km/l (Petrol) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 04 |
| Power | 328 bhp (EQS 450+) / 523 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC) | 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) |
| Starter | Electric | Standard Electric Starter Motor |
| Torque | 568 Nm (450+) / 855 Nm (580) | 113.8 Nm @ 4,000 rpm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | 5-Speed Manual/ AMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 107.8 kWh | Standard 12V Lead-Acid battery for starting and electrical systems |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~31 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (200 kW) | — |
| Range | 770 km - WLTP (EQS 450+) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - One-Pedal Drive | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 610 Litres | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 1,340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 107 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2585 kg | 920 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5216 mm / 1926 mm / 1512 mm | 3,815 mm / 1,680 mm / 1,520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electric, rear-axle steering) | Tilt Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Augmented Reality HMI | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) |
| Cluster | MBUX Hyperscreen (3-screen 141 cm curved array) | 3.5-inch Digital Cluster with Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DRIVE PILOT L3 + DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Multicontour + Massage) | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX Hyperscreen + Passenger Screen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 4-Zone | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR | Premium Fabric (Dual-tone Grey/Black) |
| Sound System | Burmester 3D 15-Speaker / 40-Speaker Dolby Atmos | 4-speaker Arkamys Premium Sound |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | USB Type-C Fast Charger and a standard Type-A port at the front |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Supported (Android Auto/Apple CarPlay) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Adaptive Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Power Adjustable & Electrically Foldable with Integrated Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/40 R21 (front) / 295/35 R21 (rear) | 175/60 R15 (Alloy) | 165/70 R14 (Steel) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Diamond Cut Alloys |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP 9.1 + AIRMATIC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes, with static guidelines |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline TPMS |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Graphite GreyObsidian BlackOpalith White | Typhoon SilverTitan GreyFiery RedTeal BlueAtlas whiteTitan Grey matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
