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Mercedes S Class vs Skoda Superb Limousine – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Mercedes S Class?

Depending on the version, the Mercedes S Class delivers up to 802 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes S Class use?

On average, the Mercedes S Class consumes 2.30 L.

Q: How far can the Mercedes S Class go on a full charge?

The WLTP range is up to 117 km.

Q: What is the battery capacity of the Mercedes S Class?

The battery offers a capacity of 10.40 kWh.

Q: How big is the Mercedes S Class overall?

The Mercedes S Class measures 5179 mm long, 1954 mm wide and 1503 mm high.

Q: What drive types are available for the Skoda Superb Limousine?

The Skoda Superb Limousine is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Skoda Superb Limousine's engine?

Depending on the version, the Skoda Superb Limousine delivers up to 265 HP.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Skoda Superb Limousine in liters per 100 km?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 0.30 L.

Q: How far can the Skoda Superb Limousine go on a full charge?

The WLTP range is up to 137 km.

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes S Class meets Skoda Superb Limousine.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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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.

Skoda Superb Limousine has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £. That’s a price difference of around 62970 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Limousine manages with 0.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes S Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Superb Limousine performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 137 km, about 20 km more than the Mercedes S Class.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S Class has a convincingly edge – offering 802 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 537 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 Skoda Superb Limousine takes 5.60 s. That’s about 2.30 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 stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1030 Nm difference.

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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, Skoda Superb Limousine is evident lighter – 1559 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 511 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers to a small extent more room – 645 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class clearly perceptible takes the win – 730 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Superb Limousine shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Skoda Superb Limousine

Price : 34200 - 50500 £
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
Consumption L/100km : 0.3 - 7.7 L
Electric Range : 128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity : 19.70 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.6 - 9.2 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 220 - 250 km/h
Torque : 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Superb
Modell : Superb 2.0 TSI, Superb iV 1.5 TSI PHEV, Superb 1.5 TSI mHEV, Superb 2.0 TDI SCR
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, B, D, F
Trim Level : Selection DSG, L&K DSG, Sportline DSG, Essence DSG, Selection 4x4 DSG, L&K 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, Essence 4x4 DSG
Power kW : 110 - 195 kW
co2 : 8 - 175 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 1984 cm3
Curb weight : 1559 - 1734 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 45 - 66 L
Trunk capacity : 486 - 645 L
Length : 4912 mm
Width : 1849 mm
Height : 1481 mm
Brand : Skoda
Max trunk capacity : 1635 - 1795 L
Payload : 539 - 580 kg

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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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Skoda Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb is the quietly imposing saloon that turns everyday practicality into tasteful luxury, with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and a boot that swallows groceries and luggage with military discipline. For buyers who want executive presence without the badge snobbery, it’s a clever, polished choice that rewards sensible thinking with genuine comfort and pragmatic charm.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 97200 - 204400 £	Price 34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 13.2 L	Consumption L/100km 0.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 31 - 117 km	Electric Range 128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity 10.40 kWh	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 52 - 301 g/km	co2 8 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 65 - 76 L	Fuel tank capacity 45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Sedan	Body Type Sedan
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 4	Doors 5
Curb weight 2070 - 2650 kg	Curb weight 1559 - 1734 kg
Trunk capacity 325 - 550 L	Trunk capacity 486 - 645 L
Length 5179 - 5469 mm	Length 4912 mm
Width 1921 - 1954 mm	Width 1849 mm
Height 1503 - 1515 mm	Height 1481 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 1635 - 1795 L
Payload 420 - 730 kg	Payload 539 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV	Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 336 - 802 HP	Power HP 150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.3 - 5.9 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.6 - 9.2 s
Max Speed 250 km/h	Max Speed 220 - 250 km/h
Torque 500 - 1430 Nm	Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 6 - 12	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 247 - 590 kW	Power kW 110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity 2989 - 5980 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3