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Mercedes S Class vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe comparison

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

Mercedes S Class vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes S Class

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • barely more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Mercedes S Class is substantially 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 substantially 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.

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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 barely 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 clearly 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 somewhat more torque with 850 Nm compared to 720 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is clearly 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 is decisively 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
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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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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

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
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
213,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

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