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Mercedes S Class vs Rolls-Royce Wraith – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes S Class or Rolls-Royce Wraith fits your lifestyle better.

Mercedes S Class

Rolls-Royce Wraith

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 Wraith costs 248100 £. That’s a price difference of around 150904 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes S Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.80 L. The difference is about 13.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes S Class has a evident edge – offering 802 HP compared to 600 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Rolls-Royce Wraith takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.60 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 evident stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes S Class offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes S Class is somewhat lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes S Class offers a bit more room – 550 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class evident takes the win – 730 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Mercedes S Class
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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 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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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
97200 - 204400 £
Price
248100 - 288800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
31 - 117 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
52 - 301 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
Curb weight
2360 - 2440 kg
Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
5179 - 5469 mm
Length
5269 - 5285 mm
Width
1921 - 1954 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1503 - 1515 mm
Height
1507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 730 kg
Payload
370 - 450 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
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
247 - 590 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3
Engine capacity
6592 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
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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.

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