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Mercedes SL Class vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (112,700 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Mercedes SL Class vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

Mercedes SL Class

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

SL Class

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.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,782 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

DS 7

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 686 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 1,120 Nm more.

SL 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is barely lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 315 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 7 carries only slightly more – 399 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes SL Class is decisively ahead 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 £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 435 - 816 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9 - 13.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 12 km
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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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Reviews Mercedes SL Class

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DS Automobiles DS 7

The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Sylwiusz
6 Jul 2026, 11:02:48

Great car, quiet, very comfortable. Good promotional price.

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Mercedes SL Class
DS Automobiles DS 7

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,915 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the Mercedes SL Class?

The Mercedes SL Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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