Ford Puma Gen-E vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has the higher published DC charging figure at 200 kW, which is roughly 100% higher than the Ford Puma Gen-E at 100 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Ford Puma Gen-E is listed at about 23 minutes, which is 10 minutes quicker than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV at 33 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has a WLTP rated range of approximately 720 km, which is roughly 344 km more than the Ford Puma Gen-E at approximately 376 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Ford Puma Gen-E consumes 159 Wh/km, compared to 219 Wh/km for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. That means the Ford Puma Gen-E uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has approximately 118 kWh of useable battery , while the Ford Puma Gen-E has approximately 43.6 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has the higher published DC figure at up to 200 kW, but the Ford Puma Gen-E has the shorter published charge time at approximately 23 minutes versus approximately 33 minutes. On road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV supports up to 11 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11 kW for the Ford Puma Gen-E. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Ford Puma Gen-E is the more efficient choice at 159 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has a WLTP rated range of approximately 720 km, which is roughly 344 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.