Compare performance (816 HP vs 762 HP), boot space and price (112700 £ vs 135800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or Maserati GranTurismo?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes SL Class has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 112700 £ , while the Maserati GranTurismo costs 135800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23072 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes SL Class manages with 9 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Maserati GranTurismo with 9.90 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Maserati GranTurismo performs significantly better – achieving up to 455 km, about 443 km more than the Mercedes SL Class.
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 has a minimal edge – offering 816 HP compared to 762 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati GranTurismo is barely noticeable 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 Maserati GranTurismo performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 325 km/h, while the Mercedes SL Class tops out at 317 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes SL Class pulls slight stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 1350 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.
In curb weight, Maserati GranTurismo is minimal lighter – 1795 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Maserati GranTurismo offers clearly perceptible more room – 310 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, Maserati GranTurismo noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
The Maserati GranTurismo sits 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.
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 Maserati GranTurismo is a swooping Italian grand tourer that marries dramatic, museum-worthy styling with a sonorous exhaust note that insists on being noticed. It’s the kind of indulgent cruiser for buyers who want theatrical presence and a luxurious, long-distance demeanour rather than everyday practicality.
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Price
112700 - 219300 £
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Price
135800 - 170500 £
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Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
9.9 - 10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.10 kWh
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Electric Range
12 km
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Electric Range
455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
83 kWh
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
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co2
0 - 226 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
4
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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
1795 - 2260 kg
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Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
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Trunk capacity
270 - 310 L
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Length
4697 - 4705 mm
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Length
4959 - 4966 mm
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Width
1915 mm
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Width
1957 mm
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Height
1354 - 1359 mm
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Height
1353 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
470 - 500 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
Electric, 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
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
381 - 816 HP
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Power HP
490 - 762 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.9 s
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Max Speed
260 - 317 km/h
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Max Speed
302 - 325 km/h
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Torque
480 - 1420 Nm
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Torque
600 - 1350 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
280 - 600 kW
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Power kW
361 - 560 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
2992 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
A, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Maserati
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The Mercedes SL Class is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.