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Mercedes SL Class vs DS Automobiles N°8 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (112,700 £ vs 49,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or DS Automobiles N°8?

Mercedes SL Class vs DS Automobiles N°8: Key differences

Mercedes SL Class

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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DS Automobiles N°8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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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:

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

DS Automobiles N°8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 49,500 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,247 £.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 749 km, about 737 km more than the Mercedes SL Class.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes SL Class offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 375 HP. That’s roughly 441 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the DS Automobiles N°8 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 911 Nm more.

SL Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles N°8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes SL Class is a bit lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,132 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°8 carries visibly more – 520 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°8 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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N°8

DS Automobiles N°8

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 258 - 375 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 550 - 749 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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DS Automobiles N°8

The N°8 captivates automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic presence on the road. This model effortlessly combines luxury and performance, making it a standout choice for those seeking a thrilling driving experience. With an interior that prioritizes comfort and cutting-edge technology, the N°8 truly redefines what it means to drive in style.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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8 Dec 2025, 05:26:40

Top quality, premium materials, top range. Apart from the horsepower figure, better than the Audi A6 in every respect.

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DS Automobiles N°8

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Price
49,500 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
12 km
Electric Range
550 - 749 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,132 - 2,289 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
581 - 621 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,915 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
508 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
381 - 816 HP
Power HP
258 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
343 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
280 - 600 kW
Power kW
190 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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