Comparing the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and the Kia Carens Clavis EV side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is available at ₹16,999,000, while the Kia Carens Clavis EV is priced at ₹2,055,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis EV's N/A (Electric), producing 544 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC SUV) and 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 108.4 kWh NMC Battery | IP67 Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | AWD (4MATIC) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 544 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC SUV) | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 858 Nm | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 108.4 kWh | 51.4 kWh / 65 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~31 min (10-80%) | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8-10 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (200 kW) | Yes - CCS2 DC Fast Charging (100 kW) |
| Range | 660 km - WLTP | 473 km (ARAI - 65 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - Paddle Shifter-based |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 658 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3600 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2895 kg | 1750 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5125 mm / 1959 mm / 1718 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (rear-axle steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | MBUX Hyperscreen 56-inch curved array | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | — |
| Infotainment System | MBUX Hyperscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/45 R21 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackSodalite BlueEmerald GreenVelvet BrownHigh-Tech SilverAlpinGrau UnilackOpalith WhiteBlack LacquerSelenit Grey | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
