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Mercedes S-Class vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or Tesla Model S?

Mercedes S-Class vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

S-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model S is slightly cheaper – starting at 94,300 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,742 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers considerably more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 626 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 385 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Mercedes S-Class takes 4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model S is barely lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries visibly more – 660 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 218 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S is far ahead overall 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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Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Reliable — now with nearly 400,000 km on the Model S, I’ve experienced few to no problems. Still using free Supercharging, it delivers a dependable, luxurious driving experience. Average consumption about 16 kWh/100 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
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
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
-
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin 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
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Tesla
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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