Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £. That’s a price difference of around 68593 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes S Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 802 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 624 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes S Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1420 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes S Class offers noticeable more room – 550 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class clearly perceptible takes the win – 730 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.
The Mercedes S Class proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes S Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
97200 - 204400 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
31 - 117 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
52 - 301 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
5179 - 5469 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1921 - 1954 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1503 - 1515 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
420 - 730 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
336 - 802 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
247 - 590 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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The Mercedes S Class is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.