Mercedes-Benz EQS vs Zeekr 001

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Zeekr 001 has the higher published DC charging figure at 200 kW, which is comparable to the Mercedes-Benz EQS at 200 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 Zeekr 001 is listed at about 28 minutes, which is 5 minutes quicker than the Mercedes-Benz EQS at 33 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Mercedes-Benz EQS has a WLTP rated range of approximately 822 km, which is roughly 232 km more than the Zeekr 001 at approximately 590 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS consumes 172 Wh/km, compared to 186 Wh/km for the Zeekr 001. That means the Mercedes-Benz EQS 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 has approximately 118 kWh of useable battery , while the Zeekr 001 has approximately 94 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

Both cars show similar published DC fast-charging figures at 200 kW. For road trips, the one with more range between stops may be more practical.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Mercedes-Benz EQS supports up to 11 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11 kW for the Zeekr 001. 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS is the more efficient choice at 172 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mercedes-Benz EQS has a WLTP rated range of approximately 822 km, which is roughly 232 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.