Comparing the Mercedes-Benz EQS and the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz EQS comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 328 bhp (EQS 450+) / 523 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm 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) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (RWD or AWD) | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | — | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 328 bhp (EQS 450+) / 523 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 568 Nm (450+) / 855 Nm (580) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (DSG) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 107.8 kWh | — |
| 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 | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 107 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5216 mm / 1926 mm / 1512 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electric, rear-axle steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Augmented Reality HMI | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | MBUX Hyperscreen (3-screen 141 cm curved array) | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DRIVE PILOT L3 + DISTRONIC | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Multicontour + Massage) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX Hyperscreen + Passenger Screen | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Burmester 3D 15-Speaker / 40-Speaker Dolby Atmos | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/40 R21 (front) / 295/35 R21 (rear) | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP 9.1 + AIRMATIC | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Graphite GreyObsidian BlackOpalith White | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
