Skoda Superb 2015 vs Mercedes E class 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Skoda Superb) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes E class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 10 HP more power than Mercedes E class, but torque is 80 NM less than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 5.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Superb could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1130 km in combined cycle | 1130 km in combined cycle | |
| 1320 km on highway | 1310 km on highway | ||
| 830 km with real consumption | 850 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Skoda Superb) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes E class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.91 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.51 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Superb is 5 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Superb is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 660 litres | 695 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Skoda Superb has 35 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`070 | 2`440 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Skoda Superb scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | average | |
| Skoda Superb has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes E class has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Skoda Superb, so Skoda Superb quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 12 200 | 12 400 | |
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