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Mercedes S Class vs Genesis GV60 comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S Class or Genesis GV60?

Mercedes S Class vs Genesis GV60: Key differences

Mercedes S Class

  • markedly more power
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Genesis GV60

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis GV60 is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,151 £.

As for electric range, the Genesis GV60 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 561 km, about 443 km more than the Mercedes S Class.

GV60

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 Mercedes S Class offers markedly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S Class delivers a bit more torque with 850 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

S Class

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, Genesis GV60 is very slightly lighter – 2,050 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S Class carries markedly more – 660 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV60 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 £46,900
GV60

Genesis GV60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 229 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 501 - 561 km
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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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Genesis GV60

The Genesis GV60 arrives like a fashionably sharp electric crossover, its jewel-like lighting and coupe-ish silhouette giving it presence that feels more boutique than showroom. It pairs playful, immediate acceleration with a serene, well-appointed cabin and slick tech, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want luxury with a cheeky electric twist.

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Mercedes S Class
Genesis GV60

Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
46,900 - 63,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
501 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
2,050 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
455 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
229 - 490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
168 - 360 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
Is the Mercedes S Class offered with different drivetrains?

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

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