Tesla Model S Plaid 2024 vs Mercedes-AMG EV SUV

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thumb image Tesla Model S Plaid 2024 US$ 89,990
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thumb image Mercedes-AMG EV SUV US$ 97,400

BASIC INFO

Brand Tesla Mercedes-AMG
Model Model S Plaid 2024 AMG EQE SUV (EQE 43 / EQE 53 4MATIC+)
Vehicle Type Electric All-electric performance midsize SUV (4-door)
Trims S and S Plaid AMG EQE 43; AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ (Dynamic Plus option available)
Release Date November 2023 2024 (available since 2024 model year)
Status Available In production / on sale (U.S. order availability paused in some cases post-Sept 2025)
Made In Fremont, California, USA Manufactured in Mercedes-Benz global facilities (market-dependent)
Body Type Sedan SUV / crossover (wagon-like)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles Standard Mercedes warranty (varies by market); electrical components / HV battery: 8 years / 100,000 miles
Colors Solid Black, Deep Blue Metallic, Stealth Grey, Ultra Red, and Pearl White Multi-Coat Multiple factory color options (market dependent)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Three electric motors Dual electric motors (permanent-magnet synchronous; AMG dual-motor AWD)
Horsepower 1,020 hp 617 hp (varies by market/boost mode)
Torque 1,050 lb-ft 701 lb-ft (950 Nm) nominal
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 1.99 seconds EQE 53 ~3.1 s (manufacturer/test figures vary)
Top Speed 200 mph 149 mph (240 km/h) with AMG performance options
Range 396 miles 282 miles (454 km NEDC) for AMG EQE SUV
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD)   AMG Performance AWD (4MATIC+)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery (400 V architecture)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh 90.6 kWh usable
Power Consumption 30 kWh/100 miles 23.0–25.6 kWh/100 km (claimed/test values)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 150,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (electrical components / HV battery)
Home Charging Speed Up to 44 miles AC onboard charger up to 9.6–11 kW
Supercharging Speed Up to 200 kW (adds 200 miles in 15 minutes) N/A (Mercedes uses CCS/DC fast networks)
DC Fast Charging Speed 25-30 minutes Up to 170 kW peak (manufacturer-stated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 2-3 miles/hour TBD (depends on charger kW
Charging Time 10-12 hours TBD (typical 10–80% depends on charger
Charging Connector Type CCS (Combined Charging System) CCS (North America/Europe standard)
Home Charging Options Tesla Wall Connector, NEMA 14-50 Outlet, and Mobile Connector (with 120V/240V plugs) Wallbox / public AC chargers
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW 9.6 kW (source lists 9.6 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 197.7 inches (5.02 meters) 192.1 in (~4,880 mm)
Width 78.2 inches (1.99 meters) 76.4 in (~1,940 mm)
Height 56.3 inches (1.43 meters) 65.8 in (~1,672 mm)
Wheelbase 116.5 inches (2.96 meters) 119.3 in (~3,030 mm)

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STEERING AND SUSPENSION

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

SAFETY FEATURES

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