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Mercedes SL Class vs Skoda Superb Limousine comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (112,700 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or Skoda Superb Limousine?

Mercedes SL Class vs Skoda Superb Limousine: Key differences

Mercedes SL Class

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Superb Limousine

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • considerably 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:

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

Skoda Superb Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77,647 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Limousine uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers substantially more range – reaching up to 140 km, about 128 km more than the Mercedes SL Class.

Superb Limousine

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 considerably more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 544 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Skoda Superb Limousine takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1,020 Nm more.

SL Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Skoda Superb Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Limousine is somewhat lighter – 1,559 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers considerably more boot space – 645 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 405 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Limousine carries markedly more – 580 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Limousine is clearly superior 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.

from £35,100
Superb Limousine

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 140 km
Mercedes SL Class
Skoda Superb Limousine

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb is the quietly imposing saloon that turns everyday practicality into tasteful luxury, with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and a boot that swallows groceries and luggage with military discipline. For buyers who want executive presence without the badge snobbery, it’s a clever, polished choice that rewards sensible thinking with genuine comfort and pragmatic charm.

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Mercedes SL Class
Skoda Superb Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Price
35,100 - 52,100 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 km
Electric Range
131 - 140 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
co2
26 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,559 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Trunk capacity
486 - 645 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,915 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
441 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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