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Mercedes SL Class vs Chevrolet Corvette Coupe - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes SL Class

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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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 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Mercedes SL Class
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

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from about £112,700
SL Class

Mercedes SL Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 381 - 816 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9 - 13.6 L
  • Electric Range : 12 km

Mercedes SL Class

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.

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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

The 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.

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Mercedes SL Class
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
112700 - 219300 £
Price
92500 - 156300 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L
Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
206 - 309 g/km
co2
289 - 377 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1810 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1730 - 1907 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Length
4697 - 4705 mm
Length
4634 - 4734 mm
Width
1915 mm
Width
1934 - 2025 mm
Height
1354 - 1359 mm
Height
1235 - 1237 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
193 - 250 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
381 - 816 HP
Power HP
482 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Max Speed
260 - 317 km/h
Max Speed
296 - 304 km/h
Torque
480 - 1420 Nm
Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
280 - 600 kW
Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Chevrolet
What drive types are available for the Mercedes SL Class?

The Mercedes SL Class is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-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.