Compare performance (816 HP vs 558 HP), boot space and price (112700 £ vs 71500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or Maserati Grecale?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Maserati Grecale has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 71500 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41194 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Maserati Grecale manages with 8.80 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Maserati Grecale performs convincingly better – achieving up to 501 km, about 489 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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 816 HP compared to 558 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Maserati Grecale takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes SL Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 317 km/h, while the Maserati Grecale tops out at 285 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes SL Class pulls clearly stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Maserati Grecale offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Mercedes SL Class is hardly perceptible lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1870 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Maserati Grecale offers convincingly more room – 535 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.
When it comes to payload, Maserati Grecale clearly takes the win – 690 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 315 kg.
The Maserati Grecale is far ahead overall 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 Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
112700 - 219300 £
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Price
71500 - 107400 £
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Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.90 kWh
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Electric Range
12 km
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Electric Range
501 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98 kWh
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
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co2
0 - 254 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
64 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1810 - 2195 kg
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Curb weight
1870 - 2480 kg
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Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
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Trunk capacity
535 L
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Length
4697 - 4705 mm
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Length
4846 - 4865 mm
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Width
1915 mm
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Width
1948 - 1979 mm
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Height
1354 - 1359 mm
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Height
1651 - 1670 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
630 - 690 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 MHEV, 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
301 - 558 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
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Max Speed
260 - 317 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 285 km/h
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Torque
480 - 1420 Nm
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Torque
450 - 820 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
280 - 600 kW
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Power kW
221 - 410 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 3000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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.