Mercedes S class is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Mercedes E class has both automatic and manual transmission options.
Engines:
3.2 - 5.5
1.8 - 5.4
Performance
Power:
204 - 500 HP
122 - 476 HP
Torque:
350 - 800 NM
240 - 730 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
4.8 - 8.2 seconds
4.7 - 12.1 seconds
In general, Mercedes S class are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes E class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.7 - 14.8
5.9 - 12.9
Mercedes S class petrol engines consumes on average 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes E class. On average, Mercedes S class equipped with diesel engines consume 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Mercedes S class is larger, but slightly lower. Mercedes S class is 28 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
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540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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540 litres
Turning diameter:
12.2 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.8 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Mercedes S class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.