Compare performance (816 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (112700 £ vs 92500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or Chevrolet Corvette Coupe?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 92500 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20219 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes SL Class manages with 9 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with 12.60 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.
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 SL Class has a a bit edge – offering 816 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the Mercedes SL Class takes 2.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes SL Class performs barely noticeable better – reaching 317 km/h, while the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe tops out at 304 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes SL Class pulls convincingly stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 806 Nm. That’s about 614 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes SL Class offers significantly more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.
In curb weight, Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is slight lighter – 1730 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers evident more room – 357 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes SL Class evident takes the win – 375 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
The Mercedes SL Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.
detailsThe Corvette is a head-turning American sports car that pairs sculpted, aggressive looks with a cockpit built for driving enjoyment, complete with a thunderous soundtrack that refuses to be ignored. It delivers near-supercar thrills without the fuss of exotic ownership, making it a tantalizing pick for buyers who want performance and personality in one package.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
112700 - 219300 £
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Price
92500 - 156300 £
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Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
12 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
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co2
289 - 377 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
4
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Seats
2
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Doors
2
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1810 - 2195 kg
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Curb weight
1730 - 1907 kg
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Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
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Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
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Length
4697 - 4705 mm
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Length
4634 - 4734 mm
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Width
1915 mm
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Width
1934 - 2025 mm
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Height
1354 - 1359 mm
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Height
1235 - 1237 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
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Payload
193 - 250 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
381 - 816 HP
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Power HP
482 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
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Max Speed
260 - 317 km/h
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Max Speed
296 - 304 km/h
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Torque
480 - 1420 Nm
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Torque
613 - 806 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
280 - 600 kW
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Power kW
354 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Chevrolet
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The Mercedes SL Class is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.