Mercedes S class engine produces 6 HP more power than Mercedes E class, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
13.4
12.1
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes S class could require 195 litres more fuel.
Mercedes S class is larger. Mercedes S class is 34 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 6 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes S class is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
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520 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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520 litres
Turning diameter:
12.2 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.9 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.
Mercedes S class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes E class, so Mercedes S class quality could be a bit better.
