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SsangYong Rexton vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Mercedes S-Class?

SsangYong Rexton vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes S-Class

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Rexton

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Rexton is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S-Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

S-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 S-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 433 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Rexton is very slightly lighter – 2,145 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries moderately more – 770 kg compared to 660 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S-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.

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S-Class

Mercedes S-Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 11 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 98 - 118 km
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The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

Mercedes S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
50 - 252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
420 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
441 Nm
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the SsangYong Rexton offered with different drivetrains?

The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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