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Mercedes SL Class vs GWM HAVAL H6 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (112,700 £ vs 27,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or GWM HAVAL H6?

Mercedes SL Class vs GWM HAVAL H6: Key differences

Mercedes SL Class

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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GWM HAVAL H6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely lighter
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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.

GWM HAVAL H6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,400 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,284 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM HAVAL H6 uses 5.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

HAVAL H6

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 SL Class offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 573 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 GWM HAVAL H6 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 530 Nm. That’s about 890 Nm more.

SL Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: GWM HAVAL H6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, GWM HAVAL H6 is barely lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 375 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.

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 : 381 - 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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GWM HAVAL H6

The Haval H6 arrives with bold, upmarket styling that makes a confident statement without breaking the bank, pairing a polished cabin with gadgetry that feels more premium than the badge implies. As a practical family crossover it balances comfort, space and value with a calm on-road demeanour and a cheeky hint of ambition—perfect for buyers who want style and substance without a luxury price tag.

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Reviews GWM HAVAL H6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Daniela Luna
4 Mar 2026, 21:48:06

I've almost had it a year and it's truly powerful on the road, very stable — the driver aids make me feel super safe. In the city it moves around very well and the fuel economy is notable. I use it both on highways and in town and it's genuinely useful.

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Mercedes SL Class
GWM HAVAL H6

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Price
27,400 - 29,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 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
134 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
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
560 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,915 mm
Width
1,886 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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
381 - 816 HP
Power HP
243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
280 - 600 kW
Power kW
179 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
GWM
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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