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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
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Price
55,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
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Electric Range
430 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
50 - 252 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,921 mm
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Width
1,930 mm
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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
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Payload
375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
336 - 635 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
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Torque
940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
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Power kW
430 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SERES
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