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Mercedes S-Class vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes S-Class vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Prius is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,599 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes S-Class with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes S-Class offers visibly more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 32 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 412 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.8 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, Toyota Prius is markedly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes S-Class offers substantially more boot space – 530 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries significantly more – 660 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is clearly superior 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 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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The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Mercedes S-Class
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Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

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
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin 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
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
177 km/h
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
164 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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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