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Mercedes S Class vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S Class or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

Mercedes S Class vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

Mercedes S Class

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • barely more power

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.

Mercedes S Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 104,000 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 144,055 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 13.6 L/100km.

Wraith

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 Rolls-Royce Wraith offers barely more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Rolls-Royce Wraith takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Wraith delivers a bit more torque with 900 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

S Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes S Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes S Class is only slightly lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S Class carries clearly more – 660 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 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
S Class

Mercedes S Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 102 - 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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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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Mercedes S Class
Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 139,100 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
102 - 118 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
50 - 241 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 660 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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 - 585 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
247 - 430 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Rolls-Royce
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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