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Mercedes S Class vs Rolls-Royce Phantom – 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 S Class or Rolls-Royce Phantom?

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 97200 £, while the Rolls-Royce Phantom costs 372900 £. That’s a price difference of around 275687 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes S Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Phantom with 15 L. The difference is about 12.70 L per 100 km.

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 802 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Rolls-Royce Phantom takes 5.30 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes S Class pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mercedes S Class is evident lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2560 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes S Class offers hardly perceptible more room – 550 L compared to 548 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class noticeable takes the win – 730 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes S Class proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes S Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes S Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 802 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 13.2 L
  • Electric Range : 31 - 117 km
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Mercedes S Class

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class stands as a symbol of luxury and innovation in the automotive world, seamlessly blending cutting-edge technology with timeless elegance. Inside, the cabin offers an unparalleled level of comfort and sophistication, featuring high-quality materials and advanced infotainment systems that cater to the most discerning of drivers. On the road, the S-Class delivers an exceptionally smooth and engaging driving experience, ensuring that it remains a leader in its class.

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Rolls-Royce Phantom

The Phantom stands as the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship, effortlessly merging opulence with unparalleled performance. With its iconic design and attention to detail, this flagship sedan commands respect on the road while cocooning its passengers in sumptuous comfort. Every journey in the Phantom is an experience, where timeless elegance meets cutting-edge technology.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
97200 - 204400 £
Price
372900 - 447400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
Consumption L/100km
15 - 15.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
31 - 117 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
52 - 301 g/km
co2
341 - 344 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L
Fuel tank capacity
100 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
Curb weight
2560 - 2610 kg
Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 548 L
Length
5179 - 5469 mm
Length
5762 - 5982 mm
Width
1921 - 1954 mm
Width
2018 mm
Height
1503 - 1515 mm
Height
1646 - 1656 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 730 kg
Payload
390 - 440 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 802 HP
Power HP
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
247 - 590 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3
Engine capacity
6749 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Rolls-Royce

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes S Class?

The Mercedes S Class is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.