Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV vs Genesis Electrified GV70

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV starts from $134,900 before on-road costs, while the Genesis Electrified GV70 opens at $132,800. That makes the Genesis Electrified GV70 the more affordable entry point by $2,100.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $148,390 and $146,080 respectively.

Both the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and Genesis Electrified GV70 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 89% for the Genesis Electrified GV70.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 10 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Genesis Electrified GV70, against 8 on the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 8 in the Genesis Electrified GV70.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Genesis Electrified GV70 gets a 14.5-inch display and 27-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV stands out with Burmester audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Genesis Electrified GV70. The Genesis Electrified GV70 counters with ventilated seats, V2L and Bang & Olufsen audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV gets artico man-made leather upholstery while the Genesis Electrified GV70 offers nappa leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 3-zone in the Genesis Electrified GV70.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV uses a Electric producing 180kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 responds with a Electric Motor making 360kW and 700Nm, paired to a single speed reduction gear (front and rear) driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.4 seconds.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 has the clear power advantage at 360kW vs 180kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Genesis Electrified GV70 is 2.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 90.6kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV) vs 84kWh (Genesis Electrified GV70), giving WLTP ranges of 586km and 462km. DC fast charging peaks at 170kW (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV) vs 350kW (Genesis Electrified GV70).

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV measures 4,863mm long on a 3,030mm wheelbase, 148mm longer than the Genesis Electrified GV70 at 4,715mm (2,875mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 503L in the Genesis Electrified GV70, giving the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV a 17L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1675L vs 1678L.

For towing, the Genesis Electrified GV70 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 1,050kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis Electrified GV70). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV)—.