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Mercedes S-Class vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Mercedes S-Class vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla Cross

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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:

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.

Toyota Corolla Cross is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,314 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S-Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Corolla Cross

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

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, Toyota Corolla Cross is significantly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes S-Class offers somewhat more boot space – 530 L compared to 473 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries a bit more – 660 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S-Class 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.

from £104,000
S-Class

Mercedes S-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 336 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 - 11 L/100km
  • Electric Range 98 - 118 km
Mercedes S-Class
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that blends the practicality and reliability Toyota is known for with a comfortable, easygoing driving experience. It offers a roomy interior and sensible features that make it a strong choice for daily commuting and family outings.

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Mercedes S-Class
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,825 mm
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
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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