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SsangYong Tivoli vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Tivoli or Mercedes S-Class?

SsangYong Tivoli vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

SsangYong Tivoli

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes S-Class

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tivoli

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.

SsangYong Tivoli is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,599 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S-Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

S-Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 472 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

Tivoli

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 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Tivoli is significantly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 790 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers noticeably more boot space – 720 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries visibly more – 660 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S-Class 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.

from £104,000
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
SsangYong Tivoli
Mercedes S-Class

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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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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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SsangYong Tivoli
Mercedes S-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
161 - 191 g/km
co2
50 - 252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Length
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Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 455 kg
Payload
420 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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