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Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
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Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+
Sedan · Electric · FWD
Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
Car A
Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
The Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC pairs strong AWD performance with room for five, making it well-suited to road trips and winter use. It offers good value in its segment given its 362 hp, 5.4 s 0–100 km/h, and a usable 525 L trunk.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety362 hpAWD
Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+
Car B
Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+
The Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ combines long-range capability with brisk performance, making it a strong premium EV for road trips and family duty. Five seats help daily use, but front-wheel drive and a 430-liter trunk may not suit those needing extra traction or cargo flexibility.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safetyElectric
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seats

Usage fit

Family 55 / 51
City 31 / 30
Budget / value 32 / 16
Road trip 69 / 64
Performance 43 / 30
Cargo 29 / 24
Practical 30 / 21
Premium 61 / 64
Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC · Orange = Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC

  • AWD traction boosts confidence for winter driving and long-distance trips.
  • Strong performance (362 hp, 500 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.4 s) for easy passing and highway cruising.
  • Seats five with a 525 L trunk, fitting family travel and weekend luggage.
  • High safety ranking in the signals adds peace of mind.

Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+

  • Up to 660 km rated range reduces charging stops on long trips
  • 5.6 s 0–100 km/h and 292 hp enable confident overtakes
  • Seats five with a 430 L trunk for day-to-day family needs
  • Emphasis on safety aligns with its premium positioning

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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