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Rolls-Royce Wraith vs Mercedes SL Class comparison

Compare performance (600 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (248,100 £ vs 112,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Rolls-Royce Wraith or Mercedes SL Class?

Rolls-Royce Wraith vs Mercedes SL Class: Key differences

Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes SL Class

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Wraith

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.

Mercedes SL Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 112,700 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 135,370 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes SL Class uses 9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.8 L/100km.

SL Class

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 visibly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 600 HP. That’s roughly 216 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Rolls-Royce Wraith takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers noticeably more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes SL Class is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers clearly more boot space – 470 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Rolls-Royce Wraith carries moderately more – 450 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes SL Class 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 £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 435 - 816 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9 - 13.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 12 km
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
12 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
357 - 365 g/km
co2
206 - 309 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Length
-
Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,915 mm
Height
1,507 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 450 kg
Payload
145 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
600 HP
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
441 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Rolls-Royce Wraith offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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