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Mercedes S Class vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (802 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (97200 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S Class or VW Passat?
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.
VW Passat has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60708 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes S Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the VW Passat performs a bit better – achieving up to 135 km, about 18 km more than the Mercedes S Class.
Passat
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 has a clearly edge – offering 802 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 530 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 VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 2.50 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 decisively stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1030 Nm difference.
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S Class
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, VW Passat is distinct lighter – 1573 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class evident takes the win – 730 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 153 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Passat proves to be only a minor advantage and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £36,500
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Mercedes S Class
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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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VW Passat
5 (2 Reviews)
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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Mercedes S Class
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
97200 - 204400 £
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Price
36500 - 58500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 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
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
52 - 301 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1573 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
5179 - 5469 mm
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Length
4917 mm
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Width
1921 - 1954 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1503 - 1515 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Payload
420 - 730 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 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
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
336 - 802 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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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
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the Mercedes S Class?
The Mercedes S Class is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.