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Mercedes E Class vs Skoda Superb Combi – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Skoda Superb Combi?

Mercedes E Class

Skoda Superb Combi

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Superb Combi has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 15262 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Combi manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes E Class with 1.50 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Superb Combi performs a bit better – achieving up to 134 km, about 18 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

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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 E Class has a decisively edge – offering 585 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is slightly lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class minimal takes the win – 640 kg compared to 584 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Superb Combi proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Superb Combi is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Mercedes E Class
Skoda Superb Combi

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Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 134 km

Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Skoda Superb Combi
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Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 119700 £
Price
35200 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
124 - 134 km
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
8 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4902 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Height
1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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