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Mercedes S-Class vs SERES 5 comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or SERES 5?

Mercedes S-Class vs SERES 5: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

  • very slightly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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SERES 5

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

S-Class

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.

SERES 5 is significantly cheaper – starting at 55,700 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,314 £.

As for electric range, the SERES 5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 312 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

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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 very slightly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the SERES 5 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers only slightly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 90 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, Mercedes S-Class is barely lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes S-Class offers markedly more boot space – 530 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 163 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries considerably more – 660 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 5 holds a decisive overall lead 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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SERES 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 km
Mercedes S-Class
SERES 5

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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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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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Mercedes S-Class
SERES 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
55,700 £
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
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
430 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SERES
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