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Mercedes S-Class vs Nissan Micra comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or Nissan Micra?

Mercedes S-Class vs Nissan Micra: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Micra

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Nissan Micra is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 80,028 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Micra offers considerably more range – reaching up to 416 km, about 298 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

Micra

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 485 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Nissan Micra takes 8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 605 Nm more.

S-Class

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Micra is significantly lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 713 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries markedly more – 660 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Micra 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.

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Micra

Nissan Micra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 317 - 416 km
Mercedes S-Class
Nissan Micra

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Mercedes S-Class
Nissan Micra

Costs and Consumption

Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
24,000 - 29,900 £
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
14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 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
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,452 - 1,527 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,774 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
403 - 408 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
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