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Tesla Model X vs Mercedes-Benz EQC N293: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Tesla Model X

Tesla · 2015–2026

Model X

EV B PI 545

Power
245 kW333 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
2,436 kg

Photo: Calreyn88 / Wikimedia Commons, CC0
Mercedes-Benz EQC N293

Mercedes-Benz · 2019–2023

EQC N293

EV B PI 547

Power
300 kW408 PS
0–100 km/h
5.1 s
Top speed
180 km/h
Kerb mass
2,435 kg

Version spec sheet

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Model X 2 EQC N293 2

  • City EQC N293 Length: 4,761 mm vs 5,036 mm
  • Performance EQC N293 Power per tonne: 123 kW/t vs 101 kW/t
  • Running costs Model X Fuel per year: €850 vs €1,020 (estimated)
  • Off-road Model X Drive and body: All-wheel drive · SUV vs All-wheel drive · Crossover

In plain words

Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 has more power: 300 kW (408 PS) against 245 kW (333 PS) for Tesla Model X. Tesla Model X is 275 mm longer than Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 (5,036 mm vs 4,761 mm). Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 is lighter by 1 kg (2,435 kg vs 2,436 kg). At 15,000 km a year, fuel would cost about €850 (Tesla Model X), €1,020 (Mercedes-Benz EQC N293) (estimated). Tesla Model X is the older design (from 2015); Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 arrived in 2019. On the catalog figures, the Mercedes-Benz EQC N293 is the pick for city and performance; the Tesla Model X is the pick for running costs and off-road. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Tesla Model X yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Race Stats side by side

Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.

Race Stats side by side
StatModel XEQC N293
PIB · 545B · 547
Power 50 56
Grip 45 50
Handling 34 39
Top speed 56 31
Launch 63 63

Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race

Who wins a race?

Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.

  1. 1 EQC N293400 4MATIC · electric · 300 kW (408 PS) 13.58 sat 160 km/h
  2. 2 Model Xelectric · 245 kW (333 PS) 13.62 sat 160 km/h · +0.04 s

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Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Model X · EQC N293
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m6 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft20 ft21 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ftWheelbase 2,965 mmWheelbase 9 ft 9 inLength 5,036 mmLength 16 ft 6 in1,684 mm5 ft 6 inWheelbase 2,873 mmWheelbase 9 ft 5 inLength 4,761 mmLength 15 ft 7 in1,624 mm5 ft 4 in
Model XEQC N293
Length 5,036 mm198.3 in † 4,761 mm187.4 in −275 mm −10.8 in −5.5%
Width 1,999 mm78.7 in † 2,096 mm82.5 in +97 mm +3.8 in +4.9%
Height 1,684 mm66.3 in † 1,624 mm63.9 in −60 mm −2.4 in −3.6%
Wheelbase 2,965 mm116.7 in † 2,873 mm113.1 in −92 mm −3.6 in −3.1%
Kerb weight 2,436 kg5,370 lb 2,435 kg5,368 lb −1 kg −2 lb −0.0%
Fits a standard garage? Too long and too wideToo wide

Difference vs Model X (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors. † from another version of this generation.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Tesla Model XMercedes-Benz EQC N293
General
Version electric · 245 kW (333 PS) 400 4MATIC · electric · 300 kW (408 PS)
Production years 2015–2026 2019–2023
Body SUV Crossover
Class SUV / crossover SUV / crossover
Country United States Germany
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 245 kW (333 PS) 329 hp 300 kW (408 PS) 402 hp Better
Power, all versions 190–760 kW (258–1,033 PS) 255–1,019 hp 210–300 kW (286–408 PS) 282–402 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. No data 760 Nm 561 lb-ft
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. No data 5.1 s
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. No data 180 km/h 112 mph
Power per tonne 101 kW/t 122 hp/ton calculated 123 kW/t 150 hp/ton calculated Better
Engine and transmission
Fuel Electric Electric
Drive All-wheel drive All-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 5,036 mm 198.3 in † 4,761 mm 187.4 in
Width 1,999 mm 78.7 in † 2,096 mm 82.5 in
Height 1,684 mm 66.3 in † 1,624 mm 63.9 in
Wheelbase 2,965 mm 116.7 in † 2,873 mm 113.1 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 2,436 kg 5,370 lb 2,435 kg 5,368 lb
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 500 l 17.7 cu ft
Economy and running costs
Fuel cost per year €850/year estimated Better €1,020/year estimated
Electric
Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. No data 80 kWh
Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. No data 417 km 259 mi
Energy use 18.9 kWh/100 km Better 22.7 kWh/100 km
Safety
Euro NCAP ★★★★★ (2019) ★★★★★ (2019)

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €0.30/kWh electricity. † from another version of this generation.

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