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DS Automobiles N°8 vs Mercedes SL Class comparison

Compare performance (375 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (50,000 £ vs 112,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°8 or Mercedes SL Class?

DS Automobiles N°8 vs Mercedes SL Class: Key differences

DS Automobiles N°8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes SL Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

N°8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles N°8 is considerably cheaper – starting at 50,000 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,733 £.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 749 km, about 737 km more than the Mercedes SL Class.

SL Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes SL Class offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 375 HP. That’s roughly 441 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the DS Automobiles N°8 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 911 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: DS Automobiles N°8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes SL Class is slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,132 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers clearly more boot space – 621 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 381 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°8 carries visibly more – 520 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°8 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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N°8

DS Automobiles N°8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 258 - 375 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 550 - 749 km
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DS Automobiles N°8

The N°8 captivates automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic presence on the road. This model effortlessly combines luxury and performance, making it a standout choice for those seeking a thrilling driving experience. With an interior that prioritizes comfort and cutting-edge technology, the N°8 truly redefines what it means to drive in style.

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Sophal
8 Dec 2025, 05:26:40

Top quality, premium materials, top range. Apart from the horsepower figure, better than the Audi A6 in every respect.

Mercedes SL Class

The Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,000 - 65,100 £
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
550 - 749 km
Electric Range
12 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
206 - 309 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,132 - 2,289 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
581 - 621 L
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,915 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
508 - 520 kg
Payload
145 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
258 - 375 HP
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 509 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
190 - 276 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the DS Automobiles N°8 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles N°8 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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