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Mercedes G-Class vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

Mercedes G-Class vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes G-Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 106,600 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 199,410 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes G-Class uses 8.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers noticeably more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers visibly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm more.

G-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 G-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more boot space – 640 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 370 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries substantially more – 715 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class 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.

from £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
Mercedes G-Class
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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Mercedes G-Class
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
-
Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
-
Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Aston Martin
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