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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (700 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (213,000 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Coupe or Mercedes S-Class?

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • marginally more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes S-Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 104,000 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 108,981 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S-Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes S-Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 85 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe.

S-Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers marginally more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes S-Class takes 4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers a bit more torque with 850 Nm compared to 720 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

S-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes S-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 667 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S-Class stands well ahead of its rival 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
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe
Mercedes S-Class

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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.

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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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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe
Mercedes S-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
213,000 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
33 km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
104 g/km
co2
50 - 252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
700 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
720 Nm
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
515 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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