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Mazda MX-30 vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Mercedes S-Class?

Mazda MX-30 vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes S-Class

  • substantially more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda MX-30 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,171 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes S-Class offers markedly more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 33 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

S-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 S-Class offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 465 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

MX-30

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is moderately lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries visibly more – 660 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 258 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S-Class comes out modestly ahead 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.

from £104,000
S-Class

Mercedes S-Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 11 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 98 - 118 km
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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Mercedes S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Mazda MX-30
Mercedes S-Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
22 g/km
co2
50 - 252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,395 mm
Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
402 kg
Payload
420 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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